Erdogan says Hamas acted sincerely and condemns Israeli attacks on Gaza

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan asserted on Tuesday that Hamas has demonstrated “all possible sincere solidarity” amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza, while condemning what he described as “aggressive attacks” by Israel on the enclave. Speaking at a press conference in Ankara, Erdogan highlighted the humanitarian toll of the hostilities, noting that civilian casualties and infrastructure damage have intensified since Israel intensified its air and ground operations following the Hamas assault on October 7.

Erdogan’s remarks come as international calls for a cease‑fire grow and diplomatic efforts to de‑escalate the situation continue. The Turkish leader urged the United Nations and regional actors to intervene, emphasizing the need for an immediate halt to the violence and the protection of civilians. Israel, for its part, has maintained that its military campaign targets Hamas militants and weapon caches, while stating that operations will persist until its security objectives are achieved. The contrasting statements underscore the deepening diplomatic divide over the Gaza crisis.