Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has declared that Iran’s defense against Israel’s “state terrorism and madness” is legal, natural, and justified. Speaking to members of his ruling AK Party in parliament, Erdogan strongly criticized Israel’s recent military actions and voiced support for diplomatic solutions.
He stated that Israel launched attacks on Iran — Turkey’s neighboring country — without even waiting for nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran to conclude. Erdogan emphasized that Turkey wants these issues resolved through diplomacy and is ready to play a role in achieving peace.
Erdogan also launched a scathing attack on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying that his crimes in Gaza have surpassed even those of Adolf Hitler. He accused Netanyahu of committing genocide and acting as a major threat to regional peace.
The Turkish President had previously discussed the rising tensions with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, during which he called Netanyahu “the greatest threat to peace and stability in the Middle East.”
Erdogan added that Turkey is actively engaged in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis. He reiterated that Ankara is committed to pursuing peaceful solutions and continues to reach out to regional leaders to end the ongoing conflict.