23/04/2026 | 12:38:50 Okay, thank you. I have no conflict of interest. I will submit my declaration of interest to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe as soon as possible. Okay. Madam President, Dear colleagues, The Middle East has been deprived of peace for four decades, scarred by a cycle of war, power struggle and interventions that have claimed millions of lives. Today, this tragedy is most acute in Gaza. Years of Israeli occupation, settlement expansion and indiscriminate attacks have created... 22/04/2026 | 18:22:41 Thank you, Madam Chair. Within the Council of Europe, the abolition of the death penalty is a core ethical commitment. It reflects our shared conviction that the right to life is inviolable and that justice must never take an irreversible form. Yet today, discussions around the potential application of capital punishment to Palestinians in Gaza and East Jerusalem gives rise to serious concern. This is not a theoretical issue. It affects real individuals, real communities and people who have... 28/01/2026 | 20:13:37 (Undelivered speech, Rules of Procedure Art. 31.2) Mister President, Dear Colleagues, Three months on from the ceasefire, the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains extremely dire. Despite the pause in large-scale operations, Israel continues to carry out airstrikes, drone attacks and bombardments, resulting in an ongoing loss of civilian lives. Israel is also imposing severe restrictions on international organisations, hindering the delivery of aid and obstructing humanitarian operations... 26/01/2026 | 17:48:54 (Undelivered speech, Rules of Procedure Art. 31.2) Honourable President, Dear Colleagues, International justice aims to protect human dignity, uphold the rule of law, and prevent injustice. Sadly, it is injustice that prevails. Above all, the devastation in Gaza after September 2023 is inseparable from broader global injustices. Israeli attacks on Palestinians amounted to war crimes and genocide. Palestinians have been suffering from the Israeli oppression and persecution for long decades... 02/10/2025 | 13:08:28 (Undelivered speech, Rules of Procedure Art. 31.2) Mister President, Distinguished Colleagues, The suffering of Palestinian people still continues. This is not just a war; it is the destruction of an entire community. Tens of thousands of Palestinians have been killed, including many children. Schools, hospitals, mosques, and homes lie in ruins. Famine is real, and aid cannot reach those who need it most. As seen last night, Israel carried out an illegal attack on the Sumud flotilla, which... 30/09/2025 | 13:03:44 (Undelivered speech, Rules of Procedure Art. 31.2) Dear President, Dear Colleagues, I would like to reaffirm Türkiye’s unwavering commitment to democracy, the rule of law and political dialogue. The rule of law is central to our democracy. It ensures that no one is above the law. This includes political figures and elected officials. There are ongoing judicial proceedings concerning mayors from various political parties. Furthermore, I would like to mention the ongoing terror-Free Türkiye... 25/06/2025 | 22:50:25 (Undelivered speech, Rules of Procedure Art. 31.2) Mr. President, Dear Colleagues, The people of Gaza continue to endure endless torment, yet the world remains mostly silent and inactive in the face of their suffering. We cannot remain silent any longer. The international community must act urgently to prevent the further loss of innocent lives. We all share an undeniable obligation to uphold human rights and respect international law. When these are so blatantly violated, our silence... 10/04/2025 | 17:01:42 Dear President, Distinguished colleagues, I would like to start by expressing our deepest condolences for all the innocent people who have lost their lives in Gaza, especially children, women, and civilians caught in the middle of this tragedy. What we are witnessing is a humanitarian catastrophe. Families have been torn apart. Houses, schools, and hospitals were completely destroyed. The most painful thing is that children who should have enjoyed a peaceful childhood in their own lands have... 09/04/2025 | 20:00:54 (Undelivered speech, Rules of Procedure Art. 31.2) Dear President, Dear Colleagues, Türkiye is a democratic country that operates under the rule of law. Our legal system is anchored on the principles of justice, fairness, and accountability. And it functions with integrity, ensuring that everyone, regardless of position or status, is accountable to the law. Our commitment to these principles is also reflected in our continuous efforts to combat corruption. A prime example of this is our... 30/01/2025 | 18:15:48 Dear President, Dear colleagues, I would like to thank the rapporteur for her precise report. Freedom of expression is a fundamental pillar of modern democracy; without it, genuine democracy cannot thrive. In our increasingly interconnected world, the exchange of ideas and opinions predominantly occurs online, especially through social media platforms, websites and search engines. Upholding this right, both online and offline, is vital for fostering open dialogue and diverse perspectives that...