Turkish president urges Islamic unity amid global crises

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called for stronger solidarity across the Islamic world, warning that growing global uncertainty, conflict and instability pose serious threats to Muslims, particularly in the Middle East. Speaking on Thursday at a meeting of the Union of International Democrats (UID) at the Presidential Complex in Ankara, Erdoğan said Muslims were […]

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called for stronger solidarity across the Islamic world, warning that growing global uncertainty, conflict and instability pose serious threats to Muslims, particularly in the Middle East.

Speaking on Thursday at a meeting of the Union of International Democrats (UID) at the Presidential Complex in Ankara, Erdoğan said Muslims were enduring “painful times” from Palestine to Lebanon, stressing that unity and brotherhood were now more critical than ever.

“Our brothers and sisters are suffering in many places, especially in Palestine and Lebanon,” Erdoğan said. He noted that Israel’s attacks had devastated the homes of more than two million Palestinians, while Syria continues to struggle with internal and external sabotage even after years of conflict. He added that waves of crises stretching from Europe to Asia underscored the urgent need for cooperation among Muslim nations.

Erdoğan also praised the Turkish diaspora in Europe, describing its journey as one marked by resilience and sacrifice. He recalled how many Turks faced racism, alienation and violent attacks while trying to build new lives abroad, particularly in countries such as Germany, which hosts more than three million people of Turkish origin.

“Despite discrimination, humiliation and racist terrorism, our diaspora did not abandon their homeland. They endured, became stronger and made significant contributions both to Türkiye and to the countries where they live,” he said, expressing pride in their achievements. (Daily Sabah)