Erdogan Condemns Attacks on Schools and Hospitals, Says Violence Spreading Beyond Gaza
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemns attacks on schools and hospitals, warning that violence seen in Gaza is spreading to Iran and Lebanon amid rising regional tensions.
Ankara, March 16: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has strongly criticized attacks on schools and hospitals in the Middle East, stating that a “bloodthirsty network” targeting civilians in Gaza is now also threatening Iran and Lebanon.
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Speaking during an iftar dinner event at Istanbul University, Erdogan addressed the ongoing regional tensions and emphasized that Turkey stands for humanity, dialogue, and diplomacy in resolving conflicts.
The Turkish leader warned that the violence witnessed in Gaza is spreading and endangering civilians and essential institutions such as hospitals and schools in the region.
Erdogan Raises Concern Over Civilian Targets
During his speech, Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the world has witnessed disturbing scenes in Gaza, where civilian lives have been severely affected by the ongoing conflict.
He highlighted that children, patients, and medical facilities have been among the targets of violence, raising serious humanitarian concerns.
Key points raised by Erdogan:
- Schools and hospitals are being targeted in conflict zones
- Civilians, including children, are suffering in the violence
- Medical staff and healthcare workers have also been affected
- The crisis is spreading beyond Gaza to other parts of the region
Erdogan stressed that attacks on medical facilities and educational institutions violate basic humanitarian principles.
Concern Over Impact on Healthcare Workers
The Turkish President also spoke about the impact of the conflict on doctors, nurses, and medical staff, who continue to work in extremely dangerous conditions.
According to Erdogan, many healthcare workers lost their lives during the Gaza conflict while providing medical assistance to injured civilians.
He emphasized that medical workers and humanitarian staff should never become targets during conflicts.
Turkey Calls for Dialogue and Diplomacy
Addressing the wider regional tensions, Erdogan said Turkey believes in resolving crises through diplomacy and dialogue rather than escalation.
He stated that Turkey’s position is based on humanitarian values, justice, and compassion, rather than geopolitical or economic interests.
Turkey’s stance on regional conflicts
- Support for peaceful dialogue and diplomatic solutions
- Emphasis on humanitarian values and justice
- Focus on protecting civilians and essential institutions
Erdogan reiterated that human dignity and compassion should guide global responses to conflicts, rather than economic or strategic interests.
A Call for Global Attention
The Turkish President urged the international community to focus on protecting civilians and preventing further escalation in the region.
He emphasized that conflicts should not be evaluated solely through the lens of oil, gas, or mineral interests, but through the values of justice, empathy, and human dignity.
The statement by Recep Tayyip Erdogan regarding attacks on schools and hospitals in Gaza, Iran, and Lebanon highlights growing concerns about the humanitarian impact of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
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