Turkey Imposes Export Restrictions on Israel in Response to Gaza Conflict

Turkey has imposed export restrictions on 54 products to Israel in response to the Gaza invasion, citing Israel's violation of international law and refusal to grant aerial access for humanitarian aid. The decision comes after the ruling AKP party's electoral defeat, with economic problems and trade with Israel being factors in the election results. Turkish President Erdogan has criticized Israel's actions in Gaza and increased support for Palestine on the international stage, but has avoided more punitive measures, despite a decrease in bilateral trade with Israel.