Official Turkish government statements and UN announcements

Erdogan Condemns Israel's Actions in Lebanon as 'Genocide' After Nasrallah's Death

Sep 28, 2024, 02:13 PM

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has condemned Israel's recent actions in Lebanon, describing them as part of a policy of 'genocide, occupation, and invasion.' Following the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Israeli strikes, Erdogan accused Israel of becoming increasingly reckless and called on the UN Security Council and other international bodies to intervene. He emphasized that Israel's aggressive policies, which he referred to as 'madness,' must be stopped to prevent further escalation in the region. Erdogan specifically mentioned that Lebanon and its people have become new targets of Israel's actions.