In a press release issued on Thursday, the Ministry denounced the attack as part of Israel’s ongoing military actions, which have also targeted civilians in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon.

The Ministry's statement described the attack on UN forces as a reflection of Israel's belief that its actions go unpunished by the international community. "Israel's attack on UN forces, following its massacres against civilians, is a manifestation of its perception that its crimes go unpunished," the statement read.

Türkiye urged the international community to take decisive action and ensure that Israel complies with international law. “The international community is obligated to ensure that Israel abides by the international law,” the Ministry stated.

As a contributor to UNIFIL, Türkiye maintains a presence in the region through its participation in the UNIFIL Maritime Task Force, deploying one corvette/frigate and five personnel at the mission’s headquarters.

Türkiye reaffirmed its commitment to supporting all initiatives that aim to promote peace in the region within the framework of international law, vowing to continue its efforts toward achieving stability in the Middle East. (ILKHA)