Israel continues attacks, illegal settlement activity despite ceasefire: Turkish president

Even as the Muslim world seeks an atmosphere of peace, Israel continues its “occupation, destruction, massacres, and illegal settlement activities” from Gaza to the West Bank, East Jerusalem and Lebanon, flouting ceasefires that are in effect, said Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday, Anadolu reports. In a message marking the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, Erdogan gave thanks to God for allowing Turkiye to reach another holiday in good health and peace of mind, but also lamented how the negative effects of the Iran war “triggered by Israel’s provocations” are being felt across multiple international sectors, including energy, agriculture, trade, transportation, economy and security. He said Turkiye continues to stand out as an oasis of stability even as the region […]