ANKARA, Feb 6 (NNN-TRT) – Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and German President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, jointly rejected proposals to displace Palestinians from Gaza, yesterday, reaffirming their support for a two-state solution, in opposition to recent U.S. suggestions.
“Proposals to deport or exile Palestinians from the Gaza Strip are unacceptable under international law,” Steinmeier said, at a joint press conference in Ankara, referring to the proposal made by U.S. President, Donald Trump, on Tuesday, to relocate millions of Palestinians in Gaza.
The German president emphasised his country’s continued backing of a two-state solution, particularly in future discussions with the U.S. administration.
Erdogan underscored the international community’s responsibility, to maintain the ceasefire and work towards implementing a two-state solution, as the two leaders discussed regional cooperation on Syria, Gaza, and Ukraine.
“Today’s consultations are vital for our joint efforts towards peace and stability in our neighbouring regions,” Erdogan said, highlighting Türkiye’s ongoing collaboration with Germany.
Addressing Syria’s future, Erdogan expressed hope for German support in reconstruction efforts, while Steinmeier acknowledged Türkiye’s strategic importance in securing regional peace.
The leaders also discussed the Ukraine conflict, with Erdogan reiterating his long-standing call for “a fair and lasting peace.”– NNN-TRT
