MHP Chairman Bahçeli: The expected US attack on Iran was carried out by the terrorist state of Israel

MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli attended an iftar program organized by the Ülkü Ocakları Education and Culture Foundation. Speaking at the program, Bahçeli said, "The Ülkü Ocakları is the source of action and thought for Turkish pride and consciousness, and for Islamic morality and virtue; it is a school of virtue and merit for the spirit of 'I’la-yı Kelimetullah' (exalting the word of God) with the ideal of 'Kızılelma' (Red Apple). This school is the never-extinguishing torch of the idealistic Turkish youth, the hearts of those who are eager to reach perfection under the guidance of morality and manners, and the companionship of reason and heart."

"We have an abundance of scholars and sages to be envied"

Bahçeli said, "If the gems of our civilization and national history, which have been pushed underground, are carefully distinguished and interpreted, it will be seen that we have an abundance of scholars and sages to be envied. In the 16th century, while the West was struggling in the midst of social, political, religious, and ideological conflicts, mathematics was being taught at the medical school established in the Süleymaniye Complex, and the intricacies of human physiology and science were being taught. It is said that Copernicus, along with the Ptolemaic system, destroyed the Christian worldview of the universe that was settled in accordance with that system. It is explained that Kepler discovered the laws regarding the motion of the planets. Furthermore, it is mentioned that Galileo rendered Aristotelian physics void with his experiments on the measurement of absolute time and falling bodies. Turkish-Islamic philosophers had already realized the studies on all the topics that the West discusses, both in terms of method and substance, centuries ago with insight and wisdom," he said.

"Insight determines what should be chosen and what should be avoided"

Emphasizing that the concept of insight determines what should be chosen and what should be avoided, Bahçeli said, "Insight determines what should be chosen and what should be avoided. The place where insight opens without courage is the abyss of cowardice. The place where courage arrives without insight is the edge of madness. It is certainly necessary for an intellectual, a fighter for a cause, and a traveler of science and guidance to be equipped with both insight and courage simultaneously. Today, some so-called intellectuals who are deprived of this, as the late Cemil Meriç pointed out and expressed, tried to hide their treasures so that their Western friends would not be offended. Then they forgot these treasures. Subsequently, they sanctified the idols of the enemy and adopted them with admiration. Whatever happened, happened after that; in short, they served to turn the giant into a parrot," he said.

"Correct behavior is the moment of correct thought"

Stating that correct behavior is the moment of correct thought, Bahçeli said, "However, when we reconquer our cause's wisdom, when we build bridges to connect our present to our past, it is inevitable that we will see dazzling leaps in ideas and thoughts, and tremendous inventions and works. Again, as Cemil Meriç said, for an intellectual, honor is not resistance to the absurd, but surrender to the truth. This surrender is a noble and honorable surrender. The peak of reason is truth, and the peak of justice is fairness. Climbing these peaks and reading the world in Turkish at these peaks should be your most fundamental ideal. Leaving aside the words that replace meaning, and putting aside empty slogans, do not forget that the melting of the idealist in their ideal is possible by locking onto high goals. Correct behavior is the moment of correct thought," he expressed.

"The nature of things is the essence of institutions"

"Those who plan their lives with a straight line on these two truths will never hesitate to oppose every kind of yoke that keeps humans under pressure, and to tear off the masks of prejudices," said Bahçeli, adding, "It is against the nature of things for a person who does not know what is right and what is wrong, what is valuable and what is worthless, to act correctly and to meet around a correct idea. So what is this nature of things? What should be understood from this? The nature of things is formed within the relationships of humans with society, environment, and nature. The unity of value-fact and ideal-reality constitutes the nature of things. Law is the necessary relationships arising from the nature of things. In short, we can say that the nature of things is the essence of institutions," he said.

"Powerless justice is helpless, and justice-less power is tyranny"

MHP Leader Bahçeli stated the following:

"Look at the world, interpret the miserable state of humanity and the hot developments; you will realize that whatever is contrary to the nature of things is in circulation. The questions we must seek answers to, which are inherent in this, are: Where is justice? Where has reason gone? What has happened to morality? Kant says, 'If there is no justice, there will be no value in humans living on earth.' Should we look for justice with a lantern in our hands in broad daylight? Should we question the principles and foundations of morality? Powerless justice is helpless, and justice-less power is tyranny. Connecting justice with power should be the goal of people of ideas, thought, and politics. The most important deficiency of our current age is the frustrating weakness and damage in human values and heritage. For this reason, it is necessary to possess the prudence, courage, and public spirit to intervene in the age and time."

"The expected US attack on Iran was carried out by the terrorist state of Israel"

"In the chaotic political and geopolitical environment of the world, there is no other option but to cling tightly to the collection of values that make us who we are and connect us to the deep roots of history and culture," Bahçeli said, adding, "While birds should be flying around us, missiles are flying. Humanity is being dragged from one war to another, from one conflict to another. Disaster scenarios are slowly moving from potential to reality. If you talk about genocide, the most horrific one is being experienced. If you talk about tears, they are flowing in streams mixed with blood. Children waiting for their turn to die are searing our mercy and conscience. Innocent and defenseless people who wonder if they will make it to the morning are breaking all of our hearts. After the war between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the expected US attack on Iran was carried out by the proxy state, rogue state, barbaric state, and terrorist state of Israel."

"I evaluate the military operations as unjust"

Stating that Iran's retaliation for the US-Israel joint attacks targeted US bases in different countries, Bahçeli said, "Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, and partly Qatar remained in the fire. I evaluate the military operations carried out in coordination between the US and Israel without waiting for the result of the negotiations conducted with Iran as unjust, unlawful, and open to widespread threats. The place is in blood and gore. Chain wars must stop immediately, and common sense must come to the fore. Fighting while there is peace means dynamiting the regional and global system," he said.

"Peace, not war, must prevail"

Emphasizing that peace, not war, should prevail in the geography, Bahçeli said, "I warn you; the bombing of Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, and Karaj; and consequently, the giving of retaliatory responses, could rapidly turn into a global war. Peace, not war, must prevail. It is an unacceptable situation for Islamic lands to be plunged into darkness during the holy month of Ramadan. I believe that the so-called developed countries and their subcontractors, who have no mercy, do not empathize, are focused on their own interests, have targeted the innocent, and have made killing, burning, destroying, and breaking things a normal occurrence, will be held accountable in both worlds. The Israeli Defense Minister's claim that they launched a 'preventive strike' and the US President's statement that 'we have launched a major operation against Iran' are the product of the same mind and the result of the same purpose," he said.

"Our Turkey's peaceful calls are for taking every measure to preserve our national security"

Bahçeli said, "Here, essentially, it is for our Turkey to act with common sense and coolness and persistently share its peaceful calls with the parties, and to take every measure to preserve our national security. Those who destroy the solemnity and affection of the month of Ramadan are dirty centers that have not received their share of humanity. You will maintain your stance with patience, reason, faith, and the enthusiasm of love for the homeland and the nation. In a world where smoke is rising, you will continue to be the fountain of hope for the Turkish nation and our Turkey," he expressed.