Turkish first lady appeals to Melania Trump over Gaza children
Published: 8/23/2025

Turkey's first lady, Emine Erdogan, has appealed to Melania Trump to raise awareness for the children suffering in Gaza due to the conflict with Israel. In a letter published by the Turkish presidency, Erdogan urged Trump to extend her advocacy to help Palestinians in Gaza, likening the situation to a "children's cemetery." Erdogan emphasized the urgent need to unite voices against the injustice in Gaza, as half a million people face famine and over 132,000 children are at risk of malnutrition, highlighting the critical humanitarian crisis in the region.