27.01.2025 14:01
The statements made by DEIK President Nail Olpak, suggesting that trade with Israel could resume if peace is achieved, have sparked significant backlash. Olpak's remarks have been criticized particularly by pro-Palestinian activist groups and citizens, and a protest action has been announced to take place in front of the DEIK building. There is also a strong reaction against Olpak on social media.
As the world reacts to the oppression that Israel has been inflicting on Gaza for 15 months, a scandalous statement has come from Nail Olpak, the President of the Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEİK).
PEACE PROMISE WITH ISRAEL DRAWS REACTION
Olpak's statements suggesting that trade with Israel could resume if peace is achieved have sparked significant backlash. His words have been heavily criticized, particularly by pro-Palestinian activist groups and citizens. Olpak's remarks have been characterized as an insensitive approach, especially in relation to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Israel's policies.
PROTEST IN FRONT OF DEİK BUILDING
Following Olpak's statements, a protest is set to take place today at 15:00 in front of the DEİK building in Istanbul. Activists argue that any potential steps towards resuming trade with Israel would overlook the injustices faced by the Palestinian people.
REACTIONS FLOODING SOCIAL MEDIA
Many users have also expressed their reactions to Olpak on social media. Users have voiced their discontent on the X platform using the hashtag #NailOlpakHaddiniBil.
WHAT DID NAIL OLPAK SAY?
Nail Olpak stated in his remarks, "We have halted our commercial relations due to the situation in Gaza. However, if a lasting peace can be achieved, trade may resume," and noted that this decision was evaluated from a business perspective.
Groups calling for protest interpret this statement as "the overshadowing of humanitarian values by commercial interests" and argue that DEİK should take a clearer stance on this issue. It is also expected that the developments will resonate widely in public opinion.