President Erdoğan criticized Palestinian President Abbas's exclusion from the hall at the UN General Assembly
Quick Look
- The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly opened in New York.
- In his speech, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan described it as unfair that Palestinian President Mahmut Abbas was not allowed to enter the hall for two years and stated that they would be the voice of free and sovereign Palestine even though Abbas could not be found.
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Why It Matters
It is stated that Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has not been allowed to attend the UN General Assembly sessions for two years. This situation brings to the fore the obstacles in the international recognition process of Palestine.
World leaders gathered in New York for the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. In this context, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan addresses the UN General Assembly.
Highlights from President Erdoğan's speech:
"I pray to God that the 81st General Assembly of the United Nations will be beneficial to all people, especially the oppressed.
First of all, I would like to express my sadness. The President of Palestine, Mr. Mahmoud Abbas, who is officially recognized by the member countries, has not been in this hall for two years. This injustice hurts consciences. Even if Mr. Abbas cannot be here, we will be the voice of free and sovereign Palestine. "On this occasion, I invite countries that have not yet recognized Palestine to reconsider their decisions."
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Countries that have not yet recognized Palestine may re-evaluate their recognition decisions upon Abbas's call.
Possible · Within months
Open Questions
- It was not clearly stated why Abbas was prevented from entering the hall.
- What is the impact of this situation on relations with Israel?
