Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has signaled Ankara's willingness to send troops to the Gaza Strip as part of an international peacekeeping mission, despite anticipated fierce opposition from Israel.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Hadley Gamble on the program The Truth (set to air in full on Sky News Arabia this Friday), Fidan emphasized that Turkey’s participation would be contingent on a formal multilateral agreement.
"Turkey has made its position clear on multiple occasions. We are ready to do everything in our power to contribute to a sustainable peace plan in Gaza," Fidan stated from the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. "This readiness is our starting point for all regional discussions."
Commitment to the Peace Process
Fidan highlighted that Turkey is already deeply involved in diplomatic and humanitarian efforts. Ankara has joined the international "Peace Council" and is currently an active member of the Executive Committee specialized in Gaza affairs. Furthermore, Turkey continues to be one of the largest providers of humanitarian aid to the besieged territory.
Regarding the potential military deployment, Fidan clarified: "We are prepared for this, but as I stated, it depends on ongoing negotiations and reaching an agreement regarding specific participating countries. We will monitor how these discussions progress."
The "Trump Factor"
In a notable shift in diplomatic tone, Fidan suggested that the current geopolitical landscape places significant responsibility on Washington. He asserted that U.S. President Donald Trump is currently the "only world leader capable of exerting the necessary pressure on Israel" to halt ongoing military operations and violations in Gaza.
Fidan’s comments come at a time when regional powers are increasingly looking toward a post-conflict governance structure for Gaza, with Turkey positioning itself as a primary guarantor of regional security and stability.
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