Rio de janeiro: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that the ongoing genocide in Gaza has led influential countries, previously supportive of Israel, to reconsider their stance towards Tel Aviv. This shift was discussed in detail following the 17th BRICS Leaders' Summit, hosted in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
According to National Iraqi News Agency, Fidan emphasized Turkey's pivotal role on the international stage, noting that the country's perspectives are increasingly sought after. The summit primarily focused on reforming the international system, with additional discussions on artificial intelligence and climate change, areas where Turkey has shown commitment.
Fidan highlighted Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's critique of the United Nations Security Council's permanent members, emphasizing the need for a more equitable international order. This sentiment resonates with the broader international community's discontent with the current system's inadequacies, particularly in addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The minister pointed out that the ongoing atrocities in Gaza have resulted in a noticeable distancing of international actors from Israel, with only a handful, led by the United States, maintaining their support. He stressed the global condemnation of Israel's actions and the urgency of a two-state solution, lamenting the lack of progress as a systemic failure.
Fidan reaffirmed Turkey's dedication to promoting peace and providing humanitarian aid to Gaza. Despite Israel's actions escalating into a large-scale conflict, Turkey remains committed to diplomatic resolutions alongside its partners.
He expressed cautious optimism regarding a potential ceasefire in Gaza, referencing recent discussions with Qatar's Prime Minister and ongoing negotiations in Doha. Fidan conveyed hope for an imminent halt to the violence and the commencement of humanitarian aid.
On the Iran-Israel conflict, he noted the current ceasefire's tenuous stability and the uncertainty surrounding future nuclear negotiations. Fidan expressed the hope for a diplomatic resolution to prevent further escalation.
Regarding the Istanbul negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, Fidan praised the progress made, including significant prisoner exchanges, as a testament to successful mediation diplomacy.