Erdogan Calls for Islamic Alliance Against Israeli 'Expansionism'

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan urged Islamic countries to form an alliance against Israel's expansionism. His remarks followed the alleged killing of a Turkish-American woman by Israeli troops during a protest. Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz condemned Erdogan's statement as incitement and a dangerous lie.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has called on Islamic nations to form a united front against what he described as Israeli expansionism, following the death of a Turkish-American woman allegedly shot by Israeli troops during a protest in the West Bank.

Erdogan, speaking at an Islamic schools' event near Istanbul, accused Israel of arrogance, banditry, and state terrorism, stressing that only a coalition of Islamic countries could counter these actions. His comments drew sharp criticism from Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz, who labeled Erdogan's remarks as dangerous incitement.

The Turkish leader's call comes amid Turkey's recent diplomatic efforts to mend ties with Egypt and potentially Syria, as part of a broader strategy to build regional solidarity. Israeli officials are investigating the circumstances of the woman's death, with no immediate response from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office.

(With inputs from agencies.)