The 31st Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) Foreign Ministers' Conference started in Istanbul on Monday. In his speech to participants, Turkish President Ahmet Necdet Sezer said, "We do not disregard the security concerns of Israel. However, we see the use of excessive force as a big mistake that does not serve any end other than further escalating tensions and harming civilians."
In recent weeks, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has attacked the policies of Israel, accusing the Jewish state of engaging in terrorism against the Palestinians. (Albawaba.com)
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