Ibrahim Kalin, the head of the Turkish National Intelligence Organisation, held a meeting in Istanbul with Hamas Political Bureau Chairman Khalil al-Hayya and an accompanying delegation. The discussions centered on advancing the second phase of a proposed peace plan for Gaza, according to reports. The participants reviewed a roadmap designed for this transition and noted Hamas' positive response to the proposal.
During the session, both sides expressed significant concern regarding Israel's intensified military actions in Gaza, stating that these operations have continued instead of a formal response to the peace roadmap. The attendees emphasized that the international community must act urgently to halt Israeli military aggression. Furthermore, the meeting addressed the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with Türkiye reaffirming its commitment to political efforts and initiatives aimed at improving aid access.
Beyond the situation in Gaza, the participants discussed broader regional tensions, including violations of Palestinian rights in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. They highlighted the rise in illegal Israeli settlement activity and the accompanying surge in violence by settlers in these territories. The meeting underscored Türkiye’s ongoing efforts to mobilize the international community to stop massacres, protect Palestinian rights, and increase humanitarian support to the enclave.
The discussions also reaffirmed the collaborative efforts of Türkiye, Qatar, and Egypt to help secure peace. In conclusion, the Hamas delegation expressed their appreciation to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for Ankara’s dedicated role in seeking a resolution to the conflict.
