Erdogan calls for OIC summit regarding Gaza war

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called on the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to convene an emergency meeting to discuss Israel's war in Gaza.

Erdogan called on Muslim-majority nations to form an alliance against what he described as Israel's "expansionism".

Following a cabinet meeting in Ankara, Erdogan said Israel was also targeting Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, saying it was a part of its "expansionist" drive.

Erdogan said that Al-Aqsa is a "red line" for Turkey.

Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir recently said he would build a synagogue within Al-Aqsa Mosque complex if given the opportunity.

Ben Gvir has also repeatedly led religious extremists in storming Al-Aqsa Mosque, actions that have been widely condemned as highly provocative and incendiary.

"It is unthinkable for the OIC, whose duty is to take care of the Jerusalem cause, to remain indifferent to these attacks. It is urgent that the organisation convenes at the leadership level without losing more time," Erdogan said.