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TURKEY'S PM ADDRESSED 66TH UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY
The Official Turkish Radio and Television Corporation
www.trt-world.com
Sept 26 2011
Turkey
Addressing the 66th General Assembly at the United Nations, Prime
Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered clear messages to the
world leaders regarding the recognition of Palestine as a state,
Turkey-Israel relations, drilling crisis in the Mediterranean and
the humanitarian tragedy in Somalia.
Erdogan underlined that Palestine should be granted full UN membership
at the General Assembly.
Turkey's Premier said "Turkey extends full support to Palestine in its
bid to be recognized as a state." Erdogan harshly criticized Israel's
policy towards Palestine and reacted against the indifference shown
by the United Nations.
"Israel is the one using unproportionate force, but it faces no
sanctions," said Erdogan, adding that "There is no substitute for
peace."
"Our demands from Israel are clear: an apology for the killing of
nine Turks, compensation to families of those killed and an end to
the blockade imposed on Gaza. Our attitude vis-a-vis Israel will
not change unless Israel took these steps", Erdogan said, pointing
out that the problem stems from the violent policies of the Israeli
government, and Turkey has no problems with the people of Israel.
Turkish Prime Minister also touched upon the drilling crisis. Saying
that they expect all sides involved to make efforts to end Greek
Cypriot sector's initiatives that cause tension in the region,
Erdogan said and noted "Otherwise, we will do what needs to be done."
Prime Minister Erdogan also criticized the attitude of the United
Nations, which he said has failed in to show the leadership necessary
to win over fear threatening humanity and their hopes. "The United
Nations needs to go through a restructuring process and renew its
vision so that it protects the laws of humanity and does not serve
the interest of a certain number of countries," he said.
Regarding Somalia, Prime Minister Erdogan said the situation in
Somalia is the failure of the international community.
He also touched upon the dispute in the Upper Karabakh region and said
"It is unacceptable to see a problem as Upper Karabakh to remain
unsolved. It is our political and ethical responsibility to find
solutions to international problems before they become gangrenous."
The Official Turkish Radio and Television Corporation
www.trt-world.com
Sept 26 2011
Turkey
Addressing the 66th General Assembly at the United Nations, Prime
Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered clear messages to the
world leaders regarding the recognition of Palestine as a state,
Turkey-Israel relations, drilling crisis in the Mediterranean and
the humanitarian tragedy in Somalia.
Erdogan underlined that Palestine should be granted full UN membership
at the General Assembly.
Turkey's Premier said "Turkey extends full support to Palestine in its
bid to be recognized as a state." Erdogan harshly criticized Israel's
policy towards Palestine and reacted against the indifference shown
by the United Nations.
"Israel is the one using unproportionate force, but it faces no
sanctions," said Erdogan, adding that "There is no substitute for
peace."
"Our demands from Israel are clear: an apology for the killing of
nine Turks, compensation to families of those killed and an end to
the blockade imposed on Gaza. Our attitude vis-a-vis Israel will
not change unless Israel took these steps", Erdogan said, pointing
out that the problem stems from the violent policies of the Israeli
government, and Turkey has no problems with the people of Israel.
Turkish Prime Minister also touched upon the drilling crisis. Saying
that they expect all sides involved to make efforts to end Greek
Cypriot sector's initiatives that cause tension in the region,
Erdogan said and noted "Otherwise, we will do what needs to be done."
Prime Minister Erdogan also criticized the attitude of the United
Nations, which he said has failed in to show the leadership necessary
to win over fear threatening humanity and their hopes. "The United
Nations needs to go through a restructuring process and renew its
vision so that it protects the laws of humanity and does not serve
the interest of a certain number of countries," he said.
Regarding Somalia, Prime Minister Erdogan said the situation in
Somalia is the failure of the international community.
He also touched upon the dispute in the Upper Karabakh region and said
"It is unacceptable to see a problem as Upper Karabakh to remain
unsolved. It is our political and ethical responsibility to find
solutions to international problems before they become gangrenous."