Kazan: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced a new initiative at the United Nations aimed at banning arms sales to Israel, emphasizing that peace in the region hinges on the implementation of a two-state solution. Erdogan's announcement came during his address at the "BRICS Extended Session," part of the BRICS summit held in Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan. According to National Iraqi News Agency, Erdogan called on BRICS members and other countries to support this initiative, asserting that adopting a two-state solution and establishing an independent Palestinian state is crucial for peace. He praised the BRICS summit's focus on strengthening multilateralism for global development and security amid current global challenges. Erdogan highlighted the growing social and economic fragility and shifts in power dynamics, noting that existing political and financial mechanisms, created after World War II, are inadequate for today's needs. He reiterated Turkey's commitment to creating a f airer world and emphasized the importance of multilateral collaboration to address common global issues. The Turkish President expressed confidence in BRICS' contributions to global trade, economic growth, and a more equitable world order through sustainable development goals. He underscored Turkey's determination to enhance dialogue with the BRICS nations, with whom Turkey shares close relations based on mutual respect and benefit. Erdogan concluded by stressing that achieving justice, peace, and development requires ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, as continued violence poses a barrier to a just and peaceful future.