Erdogan says arms shipments to Israel must stop, 'active diplomacy' needed

Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called for countries to stop sending arms to Israel, after Turkey announced it was breaking diplomatic ties with Israel. 

“As long as arms shipments continue, Israel will be more aggressive, as every day that Israel is not stopped, the situation in Palestine and Lebanon worsens,” Erdogan said.

“Trade restrictions and sanctions on Israel are another form of struggle. Active diplomacy to corner Israel in all areas and boost diplomatic pressure is also crucial. We’re in the middle of a great test of humanity. Passing this test is only possible by being part of the humanitarian alliance," he said. 

“History will judge both those who stood by Israel and those who remained silent in the face of oppression.”