【Text by Observer Net, Zhang Jingjuan】On September 22, during a high-level meeting on the Palestinian issue at the United Nations, Turkish President Erdogan's microphone was suddenly turned off due to a "technical procedure," sparking quick speculation about an "intentional interruption."

Turkish Anadolu Agency cited a statement from the Communication Bureau under the Turkish Presidential Office, which said that the speech ended due to time limits, and there was no case of being prohibited from speaking or being interrupted during the speech. Also, the Indonesian President experienced the same "muted microphone" procedure.

According to reports, Erdogan stated in his speech that Israel's purpose is to make the establishment of a Palestinian state impossible and to forcibly expel as many Palestinians as possible.

He highly praised the recent actions of multiple countries recognizing the Palestinian state, considering it "an extremely important and historically significant step."

Erdogan called on countries that have shown courage in recognizing the Palestinian state to take firm, specific, and deterrent measures, and strongly demanded "immediate ceasefire announcement, ensuring unimpeded humanitarian aid entering Gaza, and demanding Israel withdraw from Gaza."

However, just as he emphasized these demands, the microphone suddenly turned off, preventing the final part of his speech from being fully conveyed.

Some self-media outlets online claimed that the meeting host Macron interrupted Erdogan's speech.

Erdogan greeted Macron (center) on the stage, who responded with a bow.

For this, the Turkish Communication Bureau explained that it was a "technical procedure automatically operated" and not a human intervention.

The Turkish Communication Bureau explained on the same day that the speaking time for heads of state and government leaders was 5 minutes, while other speakers had 3 minutes. Erdogan received the same speaking time as other heads of state, also 5 minutes.

During Erdogan's speech, the microphone was sometimes turned off due to applause, and at the end of the fifth minute, the system closed the microphone according to the regulations. "The President quickly completed his speech. Similarly, the microphone of the Indonesian President was also turned off according to the same procedure."

Video screenshot of Erdogan giving a speech

This high-level international conference on peacefully resolving the Palestinian issue and implementing the "two-state solution" was held on the first day of the high-level week of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, co-hosted by France and Saudi Arabia, with the participation of leaders from many countries. The aim is to find consensus and promote the implementation of the "two-state solution," ultimately achieving peaceful coexistence between Israel and an independent Palestinian state.

On the 21st, the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal separately issued statements announcing the recognition of the Palestinian state. The Arab League and other organizations welcomed this, believing that the actions of these countries in recognizing the Palestinian state are "historic" and helpful in peacefully resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on the basis of the "two-state solution."

During the conference, France, Belgium, Monaco, Luxembourg, Malta, and Andorra also announced the recognition of the Palestinian state. French President Macron stated that the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has lasted for years, causing countless casualties, and the international community bears an inescapable responsibility. "Every life is a life, and we have a responsibility to protect each other."

Currently, the situation between Israel and Palestine remains tense. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu issued a statement on the 21st, accusing the countries that recognized the Palestinian state of rewarding "terrorism" and claiming that there will be no Palestinian state in the West Bank.

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