Erdoğan: "Many western countries remain silent against Israel"
He stated, "Unfortunately, many Western countries remain silent in the face of Israel's actions. Among NATO allies, there are countries that side with Israel, and the U.S. is one of them."
U.S. and Israel Relations
Erdoğan criticized U.S. President Joe Biden, noting that while Biden occasionally criticizes Israel, he continues to support the country in various ways. He pointed out that the U.S. supplies Israel with weapons and ammunition and has sent an aircraft carrier to the Mediterranean to provide further support.
Turkey-Russia Relations
Regarding Türkiye's relationship with Russia, Erdoğan emphasized that the ties are multifaceted, covering political, economic, cultural, and defense sectors. He mentioned Turkey's invitation to attend the upcoming BRICS summit in October, highlighting the growing cooperation between Turkey and Russia in multiple areas.
U.S. Election Comment
When asked about the upcoming U.S. elections, Erdoğan stated that regardless of the outcome, Türkiye would continue to collaborate closely with the U.S., stressing that global relations with countries like the U.S. and Russia will remain a priority.