Condemnation from the General Assembly of the Turkish Grand National Assembly to France
Details about the condemnation decision taken against France in the Grand National Assembly of Turkey (TBMM) and up-to-date information about Turkey’s official position. The document includes criticisms and reactions towards France.
The decision taken by the Grand National Assembly of Turkey to condemn the decision of the French National Assembly regarding the Assyrians and Chaldeans was approved. The resolution adopted by the Presidency of the Assembly criticized in strong terms the decision taken by France on April 29, 2024, regarding the Assyrian and Chaldean communities.
The resolution stated that “the decision of the French National Assembly regarding the Assyrians and Chaldeans is devoid of legal and historical basis, based on prejudices, and demonstrates an unfair attitude towards Turkey.” It also emphasized the need to oppose the distortion of history for political purposes and focus on friendship and cooperation among parliaments.
- It was stated in the resolution that it is not the duty of parliaments to make decisions about the history of France and to judge other countries.
- The resolution conveyed the message that “a more peaceful world needs to be created for current and future generations.”
- The French National Assembly and other relevant authorities were called upon to act in accordance with international law.