Erdogan called on Israel to fulfill its promises regarding the ceasefire in Gaza

(Patria) - Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan today called on Tel Aviv to fulfill the promises it made within the framework of the new ceasefire agreement in Gaza.

- Now the Islamic world and humanity await a much bigger test - Erdogan said, reports Anadolia.

Speaking in the Black Sea city of Trabzon, Erdogan also referred to the humanitarian aid that is now on its way to Gaza as part of the agreement, saying that efforts have accelerated and that aid trucks sent by Turkey have also begun to arrive in the Palestinian enclave.

Erdogan said that steps should be taken before winter sets in, adding that the people of Gaza need to be saved from makeshift shelters and promising Ankara's support.

He expressed hope that the war between Russia and Ukraine, whose fourth anniversary is approaching, will end "as soon as possible", expressing readiness to do everything necessary to help resolve it.

- Ankara is in contact with both Russia and Ukraine to stop the war and establish peace - said the Turkish president, adding that he prioritizes security in the Black Sea.