Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan strongly criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him “the cruellest man in the world.” His remarks came during the opening ceremony of Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ week in Ankara, where he addressed a large audience.
Erdoğan said that Türkiye will never remain silent about the suffering of the Palestinian people. He stressed that the actions of Netanyahu’s government against Palestinians are inhumane and unacceptable.
According to Erdoğan, the world must recognize the scale of oppression and violence happening in Palestine, and Türkiye will continue to speak out against it.
He reminded people that standing up for justice and humanity is a duty that cannot be ignored. Erdoğan highlighted that the Palestinian issue is not only a political matter but also a humanitarian one that requires global attention and support.
He said silence in the face of injustice only encourages more cruelty, and Türkiye refuses to be a bystander.
Erdoğan also linked his comments to the values of Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ week, explaining that the life and teachings of the Holy Prophet ﷺ are a reminder of compassion, justice, and standing against oppression. He emphasized that these values guide Türkiye’s position on Palestine and motivate its call for peace and fairness.
The Turkish leader further urged other nations to raise their voices and not allow injustice to continue unchecked.
He said the Palestinian people deserve freedom, dignity, and the right to live without fear. Erdoğan assured that Türkiye will always support them and stand firm against cruelty and oppression, no matter the cost.
