Erdogan calls for substantial UN reforms as bloc celebrates its 80th anniversary
Turkey, a founding member of the United Nations, has reiterated its commitment to an active role in making the global organisation effective, efficient, and financially strong. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a statement marking the UN's 80th anniversary, emphasised the need for serious changes to fulfil its duties effectively [1][6].
Erdogan expressed his country's strong support for all reform efforts, including the 'United Nations 80 Initiative' launched under the leadership of the Secretary-General. He underscored the U.N.'s role in addressing global injustices, particularly regarding Palestine and Gaza [2].
On the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Erdogan asserted, "The world is bigger than five," referring to the permanent members of the UN Security Council. He emphasised Turkey's position on U.N. Security Council reform [3].
Contrary to some allegations, the United Nations has not been complicit in Israel's strategy in Gaza. Instead, the UN has repeatedly condemned violations of international law by all parties, including Israel's attacks, the siege, and actions causing humanitarian catastrophe. The organisation has called for accountability, protection of civilians, and a peaceful resolution based on a two-State solution [4][5].
UN high-level conferences and Security Council sessions have emphasised the urgent need to end hostilities, deploring both Hamas attacks against civilians and Israeli actions causing starvation and displacement. They have warned that military escalations risk worsening the humanitarian crisis and regional instability [1][2][3].
UN experts have criticised Israeli laws and measures that disrupt UN humanitarian operations in Gaza, including obstruction of the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and problematic alternatives like the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. They have called for the restoration of impartial UN aid and adherence to international humanitarian law [4][5].
The UN Security Council is scheduled to hold an emergency session on Israel's plan to occupy Gaza. The session aims to address the worsening humanitarian crisis and potential instability in the region [1].
In conclusion, Erdogan offered his "most heartfelt feelings and respectful greetings" and expressed his hopes that the 80th anniversary of the U.N.'s establishment will lead to good things for all humanity. He called on member nations to urgently take steps to make the U.N. "the hope of humanity again" [6].
- President Erdogan, in his statement marking the UN's 80th anniversary, expressed Turkey's support for the 'United Nations 80 Initiative', emphasising Turkey's commitment to UN policy-and-legislation and a more active role within the organization.
- In the context of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Erdogan, in a statement referencing all parts involved, asserted that Turkey supports the UN's stance on accountability, protection of civilians, and a peaceful resolution based on a two-State solution.
- Reflecting on the upcoming UN Security Council session regarding Israel's plan to occupy Gaza, it can be seen that President Erdogan's call for urgent steps to address the worsening humanitarian crisis aligns with Turkey's role in general news politics, focusing on global injustices and promoting reform within the UN.
