They aimed to vehemently denounce the relentless and protracted onslaught in Gaza, persisting for more than seven months under the israeli regime's brutal aggression. Organized under the resounding banner of 'Mothers of the Ummah are Shouting,' this gathering resonated with solidarity and defiance against injustice, drawing fervent support from an array of non-governmental organizations committed to humanitarian causes.

Saadet Gelembe, Coordinator of the Palestine Foundation, took to the platform to articulate the collective outrage and unwavering support for the besieged Palestinian populace. With impassioned conviction, she underscored the imperative of vocalizing dissent against the insidious grip of Zionism, characterizing it as a malignant force imperiling global harmony.

"Brothers and sisters! Mothers, sons... today we are here to shout, to raise our voices, to show that we are on the side of the oppressed and against the oppressor," proclaimed Gelembe, her voice ringing with determination. "This is a ribat, jihad, worship. We are at such a time that worship, ribat, and jihad are experienced at the same time and the reward is given at the same time, alhamdulillah. The clean feeling of knowing where we are will whiten our faces in the hereafter."*

Ayşe Varank, sister of İlhan Varank, a victim of the July 15 Coup Attempt, shared her poignant journey of awakening, recounting how her pilgrimage to Jerusalem had profoundly reshaped her understanding of martyrdom and resilience. She bared her soul, revealing the transformative impact of bearing witness to the harrowing plight of Palestinians, invoking a stirring call to arms for empathy and solidarity in the face of adversity.

"When I encountered the events of July 15, I thought 'I can't go anywhere after this, I can't even laugh,'" Varank confided, her voice tinged with emotion. "But my friends reminded me of our collective strength, urging me not to despair. So, I journeyed to Jerusalem the following year. There, amidst the suffering of our Palestinian brothers and sisters, I found a new perspective on martyrdom. It's not just about personal sacrifice; it's about bearing the weight of collective grief and resilience. We cannot afford to be complacent when our fellow human beings are suffering."

In an equally impassioned address, Nurala Gokturk, a prominent voice from East Turkestan, echoed the fervor of her fellow speakers, rallying attendees to confront the entrenched oppression endured by her homeland for an agonizing 74 years. Gokturk's impassioned plea for collective action served as a potent reminder of the shared responsibility to confront injustice and champion the rights of all marginalized communities.

Against the backdrop of Eyüpsultan Square, this assembly of mothers emerged as a formidable testament to the enduring power of maternal love and resilience. Their unified voices echoed across borders, transcending linguistic and cultural barriers to forge a collective resolve in the pursuit of justice and dignity for all oppressed peoples. (ILKHA)