Türkiye Calls for Israel’s UN Suspension Over Gaza Policies

Numan Kurtulmuş has called for the suspension of Israel from the United Nations, citing controversial policies toward Palestinians and drawing parallels with apartheid-era South Africa.

Speaking at the Inter-Parliamentary Union General Assembly in Istanbul, Kurtulmuş criticized Israel’s proposed death penalty bill for Palestinian prisoners and questioned what he described as unequal legal treatment. He referenced the suspension of South Africa from the UN in 1974 as a precedent for international action.

Kurtulmuş also delivered a broader critique of the United Nations, arguing that the organization has become ineffective in preventing conflicts and is increasingly influenced by powerful states. He pointed specifically to the ongoing crisis in Gaza as an example of institutional failure.

Calling for reform, he emphasized the principle of equal sovereignty among nations, noting that many countries in the Middle East continue to face violations of their territorial integrity.

On the sidelines of the assembly, Kurtulmuş met with Khalid Al Maawali, thanking Oman for its mediation efforts. He also urged the continuation of diplomatic talks in Pakistan to transform the current ceasefire into a lasting peace.

Warning of broader regional implications, Kurtulmuş said ongoing tensions risk escalating hostility between Gulf states and Iran.

The assembly, hosted by Türkiye for the fourth time, has brought together representatives from around 155 countries, highlighting its role as a key platform for international dialogue.

Source: Newstimehub