Deputy Foreign Minister H. Ali Özel attended the 7th Ministerial Meeting of the Group of Friends of Victims of Terrorism, held in New York on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, and conveyed Türkiye’s messages on combating terrorism to the international community.
The meeting was held under the co-chairmanship of Spain and Iraq in cooperation with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), and addressed international efforts to support victims of terrorism.

Speaking at the meeting, Özel said Türkiye was determined to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Referring to Türkiye’s fight against terrorist organizations, particularly the PKK and FETÖ, Özel also briefed participants on Türkiye’s efforts to support victims affected by terrorism.

Protecting the rights of victims of terrorism, strengthening support for victims and advancing international cooperation in this area were among the key issues highlighted in Özel’s address.

Türkiye is ready to host the 2028 conference
Deputy Foreign Minister Özel announced that Türkiye is ready to host the third UN International Conference of Victims of Terrorism, planned for 2028.
The conference aims to bring together victims affected by terrorist attacks, as well as governments, international organizations and relevant stakeholders, to advance international cooperation on protecting the rights of victims of terrorism and addressing their needs.
Özel’s participation in the meeting was part of the Turkish delegation’s diplomatic contacts in New York on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly.