Turkey's President Erdogan affirms no concessions to Israel regarding any artifact of Jewish historical significance located in Jerusalem.
In a blend of technology and politics, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan addressed the crowd at this year's TEKNOFEST aviation festival. The event, which attracted 1.2 million participants from 96 countries, saw 13,000 finalists competing, and has welcomed a total of 11 million visitors since its inception.
Among the highlights of Erdogan's speech was a sharply political address about the Silvan Inscription, an ancient artifact with historical ties to Jerusalem. The President's remarks come amidst a dispute with Israel, following reports that Netanyahu has demanded Turkey hand over the Silvan Inscription. This demand prompted a fierce rebuke from Erdogan.
Erdogan reiterated Turkey's position on Palestinian statehood, stating that Turkey's struggle will continue until an independent Palestinian state is established within the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. The President invoked Ottoman Sultan Abdulhamid II, who refused Theodor Herzl's offer to purchase Palestine in the early 1900s.
The dispute comes as tensions between Turkey and Israel are boiling, particularly over the status of Jerusalem and Palestinian rights. It's worth noting that Turkey is among the top 3 in the world in UAV and armed drone technology, and Turkish-made drones are widely used in conflicts across the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe.
In other news, Erdogan's speech also reflected Turkey's positioning as both an emerging defense industry power and a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights in the ongoing Middle East crisis. Türkiye has signed military and security agreements in recent years with countries including Italy, aiming to strengthen cooperation such as combating illegal immigration. Additionally, Türkiye is active in defense partnerships within NATO and seeks alliances with European and other partner countries to enhance its defense capabilities.
On a separate note, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck remote Pacific waters, prompting a tsunami warning. The earthquake occurred far from any populated areas, and no damage or casualties have been reported so far.
Lastly, a domestic AI system in Turkey has reached over 1.3 million users, marking a significant milestone in the country's technological advancements. The system's success underscores Turkey's growing prowess in the tech sector, further solidifying its place on the global stage.
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