29.08.2025 15:31
The Turkish Grand National Assembly convened in an extraordinary session due to Israel's attacks on Gaza. President Numan Kurtulmuş stated, "Israel must accept a ceasefire, and Gaza must be rebuilt." The handshake between Özgür Özel and Devlet Bahçeli drew attention during the session.
The attacks by Israel on Gaza and the deepening humanitarian crisis in the region were discussed in an extraordinary agenda at the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM). In his opening speech, TBMM President Numan Kurtulmuş called on the international community, stating, "Israel must accept a ceasefire. Gaza needs to be rebuilt."
ÖZEL SHOOK HANDS WITH BAHÇELİ
Another notable moment of the session was the handshake between political leaders. CHP Chairman Özgür Özel shook hands with all party groups, starting with MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli, in the General Assembly.
A BREAK FROM POLITICAL TENSION
The handshake between Özel and Bahçeli, who have recently exchanged harsh criticisms, was interpreted as "a short break from political tension" under the roof of the esteemed Assembly.