Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas is set to address the Turkish parliament after receiving an official invitation from the Speaker of the Grand National Assembly. Officials say discussions are ongoing through diplomatic channels to confirm the exact date of Abbas’ appearance. The Palestinian ambassador to Ankara emphasized the strong bonds between the two nations and peoples, and praised Turkey for its support and protection of Palestinian rights.
Meanwhile, Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz warned that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan could face consequences similar to Saddam Hussein if Israel chooses to widen the conflict. This stance, announced in a recent statement, adds to tensions in the region as Ankara signals a broader regional role.
Observers note that Erdogan has previously threatened to deploy forces if Israel escalates actions. In recent days there have been voices accusing Israel of attempting to expand the geographic scope of the confrontation across the Middle East, a claim echoed by Turkish officials and regional commentators.