Turkey & Bezalel Smotrich

Turkey: Turkey, along with other Muslim nations, condemned the plan and called for sanctions, reflecting regional opposition.

Bezalel Smotrich: As Finance Minister, Smotrich supported the plan, stating it erases the Palestinian state. His role is central to the settlement policy.

Turkey: Turkey is participating in the emergency meeting, aligning with Jordan. Its involvement could affect its relations with Israel and regional dynamics.

Bezalel Smotrich: The Israeli finance minister has called for full control of the compound. His hardline stance contributes to the crisis and could lead to economic sanctions.

Turkey: Mediator; condemns Israeli violations and supports the peace process, influencing regional dynamics.

Bezalel Smotrich: Far-right minister; praised Netanyahu's rejection, reinforcing hardline stance that complicates peace efforts.

Turkey: Many deported activists arrived in Turkey, and some French participants were hospitalized there, indicating Turkey's role as a transit and medical hub for the returning activists.

Bezalel Smotrich: Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's far-right Finance Minister, has faced sanctions from Canada and Spain for allegedly inciting violence against Palestinians, linking him to the broader controversial actions of the Israeli government.

Turkey: Turkey condemned Israel's actions as piracy, with its President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan calling for international action. Turkey also sent planes to retrieve its citizens and other activists, demonstrating its strong opposition to Israel's actions.

Bezalel Smotrich: Bezalel Smotrich, Israel's far-right Finance Minister, has faced sanctions from Canada and Spain for allegedly inciting violence against Palestinians, similar to Itamar Ben-Gvir.