Turkey Supports 12 Countries' West Bank Sanctions Decision

Turkey announced that it welcomes and supports the joint step taken by 12 countries, led by the United Kingdom, France, and Canada, to ban trade with illegal settlements in the West Bank.

Statement of Support for the Joint Step

The Ministry issued a written statement regarding the steps taken by twelve countries, led by the United Kingdom, France, and Canada, to ban trade with illegal settlements in the West Bank. The statement clearly emphasized that the steps taken are welcomed and supported.

Israel's Policies and Threats

It was underlined that Israel's efforts to eliminate the two-state solution are intensifying day by day. It was stated that illegal settlements have turned into a systematic occupation policy, threatening the existence of the State of Palestine.

Call on the International Community

It was stated that the necessary reaction must be shown against Israel's occupation activities in order to establish a fair and lasting peace in the region. The expectation was expressed that all responsible members of the international community would adopt similar decisions.

Emphasis on Determination for Palestine

It was reiterated that Turkey will continue to strive for the realization of an independent and sovereign State of Palestine, based on 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.