Turkiye condemns Israel for blocking aid to Gaza, calls it ceasefire violation
Ankara: Turkiye has strongly condemned Israel’s decision to block humanitarian aid into Gaza, calling it a violation of the ceasefire deal and international law. The Turkish Foreign Ministry, in a statement on Monday, described the move as a deliberate act of collective punishment against Palestinians and a blatant breach of international law, according to Xinhua news agency.
The ministry warned that such actions could jeopardise diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire in Gaza. "This decision undermines the chances of peace and prolongs the suffering of innocent civilians," the statement read.
Turkiye called on the international community to take immediate steps to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid. "It is imperative that Israel fulfils its obligations and allows humanitarian assistance to reach those in need," the ministry added.
Israel began blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza on Sunday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claiming it was to pressure Hamas into accepting a new proposal to extend the first phase of the ceasefire agreement.
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East has warned of severe consequences. The agency’s media advisor, Adnan Abu Hasna, stated that the blockade would worsen "the tragedy and immense suffering" endured by Gaza’s over two million residents for the past 15 months of war.
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Youngsters should be made aware of UP's condition before 2017: Adityanath
Gorakhpur (UP) (PTI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday urged intellectuals and opinion makers to educate the younger generation about the condition of the state before 2017 and the transformation witnessed in recent years.
Addressing the "Prabuddh Samvad" programme organised by the BJP's Rapti Nagar Mandal at a marriage hall in Gorakhpur, Adityanath said youngsters must be made aware of the "era of riots, curfews, lawlessness and appeasement politics", so that such a situation does not return.
He said many youngsters today were too young to understand the condition of Uttar Pradesh 10 years ago. "If we do not tell the present generation what the state faced earlier, they will forget the consequences of misgovernance and appeasement politics," he said.
The chief minister alleged that before 2017, the state suffered from "goondaism, corruption, anarchy and exploitation by regional parties". He claimed that traders were forced to pay the "goonda tax", women felt unsafe and employment opportunities were limited, forcing many to migrate.
Highlighting the changes under the present government, Adityanath said Uttar Pradesh now offers development, security and employment opportunities.
Referring to Gorakhpur, he said the fertiliser plant has resumed operations, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is functioning smoothly and the Baba Raghav Das (BRD) Medical College has improved healthcare services.
The chief minister added that industrial projects worth Rs 15,000 crore have generated jobs for nearly 50,000 youngsters in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Adityanath said India has emerged as a global inspiration under his leadership.
Referring to global tensions and rising fuel prices, he appealed to people to conserve fuel and adopt alternatives, such as solar energy, public transport, electric vehicles and carpooling.
Calling intellectuals the "opinion makers of the society", he said teachers, doctors, lawyers and entrepreneurs have a responsibility to guide people in the right direction. He also urged citizens to remain balanced during both favourable and challenging times.
Local MP Ravi Kishan and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLC Dharmendra Singh also addressed the programme. Mayor Manglesh Srivastava and several BJP leaders, professionals and social workers were present.
