What did the world say about the attacks in Israel and Palestine?

Following the attack launched by Hamas’s armed wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, against Israel from the blockaded Gaza Strip, Turkey and Egypt called for restraint between the parties, while European countries condemned Hamas and made statements of support for Israel.

In his speech at the 4th Extraordinary Grand Congress of the AKP, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan called on the Israeli and Palestinian sides to act with restraint and said: “As Turkey, we urge all parties to act with restraint in light of the developments that took place in Israel this morning and to stay away from impulsive measures that will further increase tension. “We are calling.” saying.

USA: WE ARE ON THE SIDE OF ISRAEL

Speaking by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Joe Biden said his country stands with Israel and supports Tel Aviv’s right to defend itself.

Netanyahu reportedly thanked Biden for his unconditional support and stated that “a strong and lasting operation that Israel eventually wins is essential.”

White House National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson condemned Hamas, saying: “We stand with the Israeli government and people and express our condolences to the Israelis who lost their lives in these attacks.” she made the assessment of it.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in his statement:
He stated that they support Israel’s right to defend itself.

Blinken: “There is no justification for terrorism
It is not. “We stand in solidarity with the Israeli government and people,” she said.

Condolences to the Israelis who lost their lives in the attack
Conveying his wishes, Blinken said: “We will remain in close contact with our Israeli partners.”

In a written statement from the US Department of Defense (Pentagon), it noted that the United States remains committed to Israel’s right to self-defense and expressed its condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the attacks. The statement states that the Pentagon will work to ensure that Israel has what it needs to defend itself in the coming days.

EUROPEAN COUNTRIES ALSO SUPPORTED

European countries and institutions also reacted to the attack launched by Hamas and published messages of support for Israel.

European Union (EU) Council President Charles Michel said: “I strongly condemn the random attacks launched this morning against Israel and its people, inflicting terror and violence on innocent citizens.” he said.

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also condemned Hamas, saying: “Israel has the right to defend itself from such treacherous attacks.” she commented.

The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, shared the message: “I am in total solidarity with Israel.”

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said: “We are shocked by the missile launches from Gaza and the increasing violence. “Germany condemns these attacks by Hamas and supports Israel.” he made the assessment of it.

French President Emmanuel Macron also said: “I strongly condemn the terrorist attacks currently affecting Israel. “I extend my wishes of solidarity to the deceased, their families and loved ones.” he made the statement.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he was shocked by Israeli attacks on civilians. Sunak: “Israel’s right to defend itself is absolute.” he stated.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis also said: “I strongly condemn today’s cruel terrorist attack against Israel, which caused many victims, including civilians. “We stand with the Israeli people and fully support their right to self-defense.” he said.

Bulgarian Prime Minister Nikolay Denkov stated that he “clearly condemns the attacks by Hamas” and stressed his solidarity with the Israeli people.

Authorities in Belgium, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Ireland, Netherlands, Croatia, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovenia, Finland, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Kosovo also posted messages reacting to Hamas and supporting Israel.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said: “I am deeply moved by the news of the terrorist attacks in Israel. Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. “We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult time.” he shared his comment.

In a written statement from the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, “The Arab Republic of Egypt warned of the dire dangers of the current tension between the Palestinian and Israeli sides after a series of attacks on Palestinian cities.” The expression was used.

The statement called for “exercising maximum restraint and not exposing civilians to greater risks” in the face of developments in the region, and warned of possible serious repercussions from the escalation of tension that could negatively affect ceasefire efforts.

QATAR: ISRAEL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE TENSION

In its written statement, Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern over developments in the region and called on all parties to end tension, ensure tranquility and exercise maximum restraint.

“Israel is solely responsible for the current tension as it continues to violate the rights of the Palestinian people, most recently the police-protected raids on the Al-Aqsa Mosque,” the statement said. The statement was included.

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said: “I am shocked and dismayed by reports that Palestinian armed groups fired hundreds, perhaps thousands, of rockets at random into Israel, killing at least 22 Israelis. and injuring hundreds. further. “I am also deeply concerned by reports that Israeli civilians are being held hostage.” He stated: Tor Wennesland, UN special coordinator for the Middle East peace process, condemned the attack launched against Israel from the Gaza Strip.

Stating that Israeli forces responded with airstrikes against the densely populated Gaza Strip, killing at least five people, Türk said:

“I ask you to take all precautions to avoid civilian casualties there. I ask for an immediate end to the violence. “I call on all parties and key countries in the region to reduce tensions to avoid further bloodshed.”