- Erdogan told the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday that the U.N had become unable to fulfill its duty of preserving peace and called for reform of the Security Council.
- Erdogan has for years called for a more comprehensive and inclusive structure at the Security Council.
- Erdogan stated that a system in which the will of more than 190 countries is subject to the whims of five countries is neither fair nor capable of fully establishing trust.
- Erdogan condemned the situation in Gaza, asserting that no one with humanity, compassion, and mercy can turn a blind eye.
- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has been unable to take his place in the hall for two consecutive years, according to Erdogan.
- Erdogan urged countries that do not recognize a Palestinian state to review their position and for all nations to increase pressure on Israel to end the war in Gaza.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan addressed the United Nations General Assembly, asserting that the U.N. has become incapable of fulfilling its peacekeeping mission. He stated, "The United Nations, established 81 years ago to maintain peace and security, has become unable to fulfil this mission".12346
Erdogan emphasized the need for Security Council reform, arguing that a system where the will of over 190 countries is subject to the whims of five is unjust. He urged nations to recognize Palestinian statehood, highlighting the plight of Palestinians, particularly in Gaza, which he described as "our time's most inhumane, most embarrassing concentration camp".
He condemned the ongoing violence, stating, "No one who holds humanity, compassion and mercy in their heart, with a sense of justice and conscience can turn a blind eye" to the situation. Erdogan called for increased international pressure on Israel to end its military actions in Gaza, which he characterized as genocidal. He also pointed out the absence of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas from the assembly for two consecutive years, labeling it an injustice that wounds the consciences of many.5
Erdogan's remarks reflect Turkey's long-standing position as a vocal critic of Israel's actions in Gaza, advocating for a more inclusive international approach to peace and security.
“Erdogan said a system where the will of more than 190 countries is subject to the whims of five countries is neither fair nor capable of fully establishing trust. He also condemned Gaza as "our time's most inhumane, most embarrassing concentration camp" and urged pressure on Israel to end the war.”
