We are delighted to reintroduce to the public the books "The Front Line of Truth in the Palestinian Cause" and "Our Palestinian Cause," which were published by our Directorate, in recognition of the ceasefire that has been implemented to address the humanitarian crisis and genocide in Gaza.
As laid out in our book "The Front Line of Truth in the Palestinian Cause," we are committed to justly presenting the Palestinian issue to the international public while also lending our voice to the oppressed people of Gaza.
In the spirit of justice and humanity, Türkiye will maintain its firm position in safeguarding the rights and honour of the Palestinian people, as highlighted in the book "Our Palestinian Cause" that aims to shed further light on the country's dedication to the Palestinian cause.
"We have never left our brothers and sisters in Gaza unprotected and helpless"
Both books feature a foreword by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
In the foreword of the book "Our Palestinian Cause" President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan notes that the occupied Palestinian territories, which have been the site of the gravest human rights violations and atrocities for decades, were once more besieged by indescribable suffering, blood, and tears.
Pointing to the silence of numerous international organisations and countries, President Erdoğan emphasises how millions of civilians in Gaza endure collective punishment and lack access to food, medicine, and humanitarian assistance.
Stressing the fact that consciences remain unmoved despite all the atrocities inflicted, war crimes, and massacres committed, President Erdoğan indicates that the world continues to watch the unfolding events, adding:
"Since October 7, Gaza has been the target of an unprecedented assault with the intention of obliterating its people, environment, and geography. Hospitals, schools, mosques, churches, historical sites, marketplaces, and refugee camps are being bombed. Innocent children, women, and the elderly are being mercilessly slaughtered. Even the most fundamental human rights are disregarded in the besieged Gaza. Türkiye, a nation that has historically supported the oppressed, opposed the oppressor and welcomed the oppressed, continues to support the innocent and oppressed Palestinian people. It is both our humanitarian duty and a requirement of our faith to put an end to the massacres taking place in Gaza in full view of the entire world. On the one hand, we have maintained diplomatic contacts at every level since October 7, 2023. On the other, we have been engaged in endeavours to provide humanitarian assistance to Gaza. We have never left our brothers and sisters in Gaza unprotected and helpless, and we never will."
"As Türkiye, we have adopted a principled and humanitarian stance"
Emphasising that at this juncture, the present state of affairs concerns the dignity of all nations, the global order and governance, and all institutions entrusted with authority and responsibility in this matter, President Erdoğan notes:
"Türkiye has adopted a principled and humanitarian stance in the face of this situation. We have been saying at every opportunity that we do not approve of acts that target civilians. Our priority is the declaration of a humanitarian ceasefire. For our nation, which has had the privilege of serving in Al-Quds for more than four centuries, this blessed city holds a very special place. We underline that lasting peace in the Middle East can only be achieved through the establishment of an independent, geographically integrated Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, with East Al Quds as its capital. In this context, we invite all actors who have a say in the region to sincerely contribute to peace."
President Erdoğan expresses his sincere belief that the book, which was compiled by our Directorate, will serve as a testament to Türkiye's genuine endeavours both domestically and internationally in addressing the humanitarian tragedy that has persisted in Gaza.
Please click here to access the book "The Front Line of Truth in the Palestinian Cause."
Please click here to access the book "Our Palestinian Cause."