Israeli police raided Masjid al-Aqsa at night and attacked Muslims who had prayed Taraweeh in the Qibla Masjid. The Palestinians took shelter in the Qibla Masjid inside the Masjid al-Aqsa and locked the doors to prevent the Israeli police from entering. However, the Israeli police broke the windows and threw tear gas canisters to force them out. As the Palestinian group resisted by throwing fireworks, a clash broke out, and the Israeli police intervened with sound bombs, tear gas, rubber-coated bullets, and batons. The Palestinian Red Crescent reported injuries after the attack.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the recent peace talks in Istanbul have brought a new dimension to diplomatic efforts on Ukraine and proposed a leaders’ summit hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. “A summit with leaders from Russia, Ukraine, and the US could help achieve a long-term ceasefire,” he said.
Speaking at a joint press conference in Kyiv with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, Fidan emphasized Türkiye’s ongoing diplomatic efforts, stating that President Erdoğan has been working actively since the war began. He added that talks in Istanbul on May 16 led to concrete results, including a prisoner swap.
Fidan shared insights from his prior visit to Moscow and said Russia is open to further talks on June 2. He stressed the importance of continuing momentum and involving international actors to build common ground for peace.
Fidan is also scheduled to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Andriy Yermak, Rustem Umerov, and representatives of the Crimean Tatar and Gagauz Turkish communities.
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