Turkish Parliament to Host Palestinian President Abbas

The Turkish parliament plans to invite Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to address lawmakers in the General Assembly. The announcement was made by Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmus, who stated that Abbas would discuss the Palestinian cause if no issues arise.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 31-07-2024 17:27 IST | Created: 31-07-2024 17:27 IST
Turkish Parliament to Host Palestinian President Abbas
Invitation

In a recent announcement, Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmus revealed plans to invite Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to speak before the Turkish parliament's General Assembly. This invitation, as cited by the state-owned Anadolu news agency, signifies Turkey's ongoing engagement in the Palestinian cause.

Kurtulmus affirmed that Abbas would have the opportunity to present the Palestinian cause directly to Turkish lawmakers, given that no complications arise. The exact date for this event has not been disclosed yet, though it is expected to take place in the coming days.

This move is seen as part of Turkey's broader strategy to amplify Palestinian voices on international platforms. As the situation in Palestine continues to draw global attention, Turkey's gesture underscores its commitment to supporting Palestinian leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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