Erdogan Declares Hamas a Liberation Movement, Criticizes Western Silence on Palestine

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Erdogan and Putin discussed the situation in Syria and the broader Middle East in a recent phone call.
Erdogan criticized the West for its silence on the worsening humanitarian crisis in Palestine.
Turkish President Erdogan declared Hamas as a liberation movement, not a terrorist organization.

On October 25, 2023, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made a statement declaring that Hamas is not a terrorist organization, but a liberation movement. Erdogan's comments were made during a speech at his ruling AK Party's parliamentary group meeting. He criticized the West for remaining silent on the worsening humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Erdogan also expressed his belief that the Palestinian issue is not only a matter of a nation's survival but also a symbol of the struggle for rights, law, justice, and freedom.

In the same speech, Erdogan also addressed his recent phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders discussed the situation in Syria and the broader Middle East. Erdogan emphasized the importance of maintaining dialogue and cooperation with Russia to resolve regional issues.

Erdogan's comments on Hamas have drawn international attention. Hamas, a Palestinian political organization, is considered a terrorist group by the United States, the European Union, and Israel. However, it is seen as a legitimate political group by many in the Middle East, including Turkey. Erdogan's remarks reflect Turkey's longstanding position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its support for Palestinian rights.


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    • Erdogan's comments came after a meeting with Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Istanbul.
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