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TURK-IS, Turkey's largest labor confederation, issued a strong condemnation of Israel's massacres in Gaza and the attack on the "Global Sumud Flotilla" carrying humanitarian aid. The union demands the immediate release of Turkish and international citizens detained by Israel and calls for the Israeli government to face international law.

Türkiye Kamu-Sen President Önder Kahveci strongly condemned Israel's attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza. Following the attack, which he called a "clear violation of international law," he stated that Israel would be recognized as a genocidal state and face sanctions. The confederation declared its solidarity with the Palestinian people.

The Arab League Foreign Ministers, meeting in Istanbul, condemned Israeli attacks on Iran and called for an immediate ceasefire and regional stability. They urged international action against Israel's policies and emphasized a two-state solution.

HAK-İŞ condemned Israel's attack on Iran as a "clear assault on regional peace." Chairman Mahmut Arslan stated that international law was disregarded and civilians targeted, calling for urgent intervention from the UN and the international community.

DİSK Press-İş issued a statement following the death of 5 journalists in Palestine due to Israeli attacks, condemning the attacks and calling for the perpetrators to be tried at the International Criminal Court.

The June 18, 2025 Official Gazette announces a critical Turkish Parliament (TBMM) decision, issuing a strong condemnation of Israel's aggressive policies and its escalating conflict with Iran, outlining Turkey's firm stance on Middle East tensions.

Memur-Sen and ILC President Ali Yalçın led a critical diplomatic tour to Iran and Iraq, meeting Labour Ministers and top union leaders like Settar Denbous and Ali Rıza Mahcup. The visit, completed on October 7, focused on strengthening trade union solidarity, capacity building, and regional peace. Yalçın emphasized a joint, strong stance against Israeli attacks, stressing that regional stability is possible through labour unity.

HAK-İŞ and the General Federation of Trade Unions of Syria signed a cooperation agreement in Ankara, discussing joint projects, the situation of Syrian refugees, and issuing a strong joint condemnation of Israeli attacks.

The Birleşik Metal-İş Union, supported by the DİSK Confederation, held a massive rally in Istanbul's Taksim demanding an end to all commercial ties with Israel and expressing solidarity with Palestine. Union leaders and hundreds of workers chanted, "The working class stands with Palestine!"

Memur-Sen, as part of the ILC, addressed global and regional issues at a board meeting. President Ali Yalçın emphasized the importance of international solidarity and the collective wisdom of the union movement.

Hak-İş Deputy Chairman Halil Çukutli attended the OATUU Executive Board meeting in Tanzania, where he emphasized international trade union solidarity, called for unhindered humanitarian aid to Gaza, and expressed commitment to strengthening cooperation with Africa.

Memur-Sen Women's Commission held its 3rd Turkey Meeting, where Chairman Ali Yalçın and Sıdıka Aydın highlighted women public servants' issues, the importance of family structure, and demands for the 8th Term Collective Bargaining.

KESK Co-President Ayfer Koçak addressed the UNISON annual conference in England, speaking on Turkey and Middle East labor issues, including KHK dismissals, the upcoming CBA process, and pressures/trustee appointments on municipalities.

Turkish trade unions make a strong impact at the ILO Conference in Geneva, engaging in labor diplomacy and leading a powerful "Free Palestine" solidarity demonstration at the UN.