Statement from Ahmet Davutoğlu, whose words sparked controversy: "My words were taken out of context."

Ahmet Davutoğlu, who left the AK Party to establish the Future Party, stated in a television program, "I did not break away from the AK Party; I will go if the President calls," which sparked controversy.

NEW STATEMENT FROM DAVUTOĞLU

In response to the reactions, Davutoğlu made a statement on his social media account. He said, "I find it necessary to emphasize my approach to the efforts to create perception by taking my statements in some television programs out of context with three main elements."

"MY CONNECTION WITH THAT MASS HAS NEVER BROKEN"

In his statement, Davutoğlu said, "For me, the essence and spirit of a political party are the principles it is based on. I have always remained loyal to the founding principles of the AK Party, which are based on the fight against corruption, bans, and poverty, both while I was in the AK Party and afterwards; I have defended and lived these principles without compromise.

I emerged from the conservative masses that resisted the oppression of February 28, which is the main social base of the AK Party; my connection with those masses has never broken in academic life and political life, and it will not break," he said.

"WE ARE READY TO MAKE EVERY SACRIFICE"

Davutoğlu also stated: "In a period where the world is going through great wars and crises, and our surroundings are surrounded by a ring of fire, I see it as a historical civic duty and a responsibility of a statesman to provide all kinds of support to our state in strategic matters, without expecting any title or position, if needed.

Personally, the fundamental mission of our Future Party, which we celebrate its 5th anniversary with great enthusiasm on December 14, is not to get stuck in political disputes based on past conflicts, but to rebuild politics on a moral basis, our state on a meritocratic basis, and our national strategy on the foundation of a 'strong and great Turkey' that is effective in our heartland.

We are ready to hold every hand extended in this direction, support every step taken, and make every sacrifice without distinction between the government and the opposition."