Turkish, Palestinian presidents meet in Ankara

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Wednesday received his Palestinian counterpart Mahmoud Abbas in Ankara.

The two presidents met at the Presidential Complex in the Turkish capital, which was closed to the press.

Türkiye's Communications Directorate made a statement regarding the meeting.

According to the statement, during the 2.5-hour talks, the massacres committed by Israel in the Palestinian territories, the steps to be taken for a lasting ceasefire and peace, and current developments were discussed.

During the meeting, Erdoğan stated that Turkey will continue to support the just cause of Palestine and will continue to work to stop Israel and increase the international community's pressure on Israel.

Stating that Israel continues to massacre civilians, including babies in Gaza, displacing innocent Palestinians, shooting schools, hospitals, and areas where civilians take shelter, and condemning people to hunger and thirst, Erdoğan said that it is unacceptable that some Western countries remain silent and continue to help Israel.

Erdoğan emphasized that all countries, especially the Islamic world, should increase their efforts to ensure an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid to Palestinians.

During the meeting, Erdoğan also expressed his satisfaction with Abbas' address to the Turkish Grand National Assembly on Thursday.

Abbas will address the Turkish parliament during an extraordinary session called to show support for the Palestinian cause.

Abbas will highlight Israel's attacks on Palestinian territories, particularly in Gaza, during his speech. The address will be simultaneously translated into English, Turkish, and French.

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