Erdogan to Putin: Western Silence Worsens Humanitarian Situation in Gaza

The Turkish presidency stated today, Tuesday, that "President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in a phone call that the silence of Western countries is exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza." The presidency's statement indicated: "The Turkish president informed Putin that the 'brutality' against Palestinian territories is increasing, and that civilians are continuously being killed." Additionally, it noted: "Erdogan also reiterated previous statements that Ankara will continue to work towards achieving calm in the region."