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The article discusses a previous meeting between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, held on September 19, 2023, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The investigation confirmed that the circulating video showing a handshake and describing certain details pertains to that meeting. It also noted that relations between Turkey and Israel have deteriorated since the outbreak of the conflict in Gaza, with Turkey announcing in 2024 the suspension of trade relations with Israel. Tensions remained high until 2026 due to mutual statements and Turkey's support for the Palestinian cause, with Erdoğan calling for increased international pressure on Israel and recognition of a Palestinian state. The situation in Gaza was described as one of the worst instances of mass detention camps.
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