Erdogan Declares Aug. 2 Day of National Mourning Over Killing of Hamas Chief as Turkey Continues Anti-Israel Stance

Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a press conference with Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (not seen) at the Presidential Palace in Ankara, Turkey, May 13, 2024. Photo: REUTERS/Umit Bektas

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday declared Friday, Aug 2, a day of national mourning over the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.

“In order to show our support for the Palestinian cause and our solidarity with our Palestinian brothers, a day of national mourning has been declared tomorrow (Friday...