Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sharply criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following accusations of genocide against Kurds. Netanyahu had previously accused Turkey of committing a “völkermord” – genocide – against the Kurdish population. Erdoğan responded with a strong rebuke, directly comparing Netanyahu to Adolf Hitler. The exchange represents a significant escalation in tensions between the two leaders and their respective countries. This follows a period of strained relations, particularly regarding the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Turkey’s stance on Israel’s actions. Both leaders have engaged in increasingly hostile rhetoric, further complicating diplomatic efforts. The accusations have drawn international attention and condemnation from various observers.