Türkiye calls for int'l action against Israel's attacks

Türkiye's top security council has urged international actors to take immediate action to halt Israel's ongoing military operations.

In a statement released by the Communications Directorate following a meeting chaired by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Oct. 3, the council urged international entities to prevent Israel from expanding its military operations beyond Palestinian territories.

"The actors in positions of responsibility are called upon to take immediate action to prevent Israel's attacks with the aim of spreading the conflict across the Middle East," read the statement.

The five-point text urged the United Nations and its Security Council to act decisively.

"In addition to Türkiye's determined efforts, international efforts should be increased and sustained to stop the genocide that the Palestinian people have been subjected to in front of the eyes of the whole world for a year and to achieve a lasting ceasefire and peace in Palestine without delay," it said.

"Türkiye will stand by the brotherly Lebanese people and government with its nation and state," the statement affirmed.

The council condemned Israel's designation of U.N. chief Antonio Guterres as "persona non grata," labeling it as "the latest example of its lawlessness."

In addition, authorities also covered maritime developments.

"Türkiye will not allow its sincere approach and efforts to develop cooperation grounds through the establishment of lasting stability and peace in the Mediterranean and the Aegean Sea to be abused," the statement said.

Participants also reviewed counterterrorism operations against PKK, FETÖ and ISIL.

"The council was informed about the operations carried out with determination, resolve, and success...