Ankara:Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for increased international efforts to secure a just resolution to the Palestinian issue, emphasizing the necessity for countries to ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza and initiate reconstruction projects promptly.

According to Qatar News Agency, Erdogan made these remarks during the opening of the 13th summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) in Ankara on Friday. He emphasized the need for greater international contributions to address the humanitarian challenges faced in Palestinian territories.

Erdogan also expressed optimism that the recent escalation in tensions with Iran could be resolved through diplomatic rather than military means. Additionally, he highlighted that peace and stability in the South Caucasus would present significant opportunities for countries in the region and the broader Turkic world.

Discussing the future of the OTS, Erdogan conveyed Turkiye's aim to transform the organization's institutional progress into tangible benefits during its rotating presidency.