Ankara:Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmus expressed his approval on Saturday for the decision to award the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to Navanethem Navi Pillay, a South African jurist, recognizing her contributions to international justice.
According to Anadolu Agency, Kurtulmus lauded Pillay's efforts, particularly her work in exposing what he described as Israel's genocide in Gaza. He emphasized that the award signifies a robust international acknowledgment of the pursuit of justice and humanity's conscience.
Kurtulmus highlighted Pillay's documentation of crimes against humanity in Gaza, noting her adherence to independent, transparent, and evidence-based work. He commended her resilience against Israeli pressure, threats, and intimidation.
He further remarked that the Nobel Peace Prize represents a victory not only for Pillay but also for the broader "Front of Humanity," which stands for justice and law against oppression and tyranny. Kurtulmus conveyed his hopes that the award would reinforce the Palestinian struggle for independence and signal a pivotal moment toward achieving "a free Palestine."