Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan hosted Hamas's new political bureau chief Khalil al-Hayya and his accompanying delegation in Ankara.
According to Foreign Ministry sources, Fidan congratulated al-Hayya on his new role and wished him success.
Al-Hayya, for his part, conveyed the current situation in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. He stated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is increasing its illegal settlement activities and continuing its attacks on holy sites in Jerusalem.
Al-Hayya emphasized that Hamas is taking a constructive stance in peace negotiations. He also briefed the Turkish side on the latest developments in Palestinian reconciliation efforts.
Foreign Minister Fidan, for his part, reiterated Turkey's support for the just Palestinian cause in all areas and on international platforms. He stated that efforts are continuing to keep the crimes committed by the Netanyahu government in Gaza and the West Bank, as well as its attacks on holy sites, on the international community's agenda.
Fidan also noted that Turkey is making every effort to deliver more humanitarian aid to Gaza and that its support for the peace process will continue. Expressing his appreciation for Hamas's role in this process, Fidan said that other regional issues were also discussed during the meeting.