In a move to protest against companies that purportedly support Israel, Turkey's parliament has announced that it will no longer serve Coca-Cola products on its premises. The decision was made by the parliament speaker, Numan Kurtulmuş, according to a statement seen by Reuters. The parliament's statement did not specify which companies were included in the boycott.

As news of the boycott spread, Turkish parliamentarians realized on Monday morning that Coca-Cola and Nestle products were no longer available on the menu. Inquiring about the sudden change, they were informed that "the presidency of the Parliament has decided to remove the products of brands that support Israel from the menu," according to Turkish news reports.

The announcement comes shortly after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in a show of solidarity, joined Bahrain and Jordan in recalling ambassadors from Israel last week. The decision was in response to Israel's recent bombardment of Gaza, which has drawn extensive international criticism and sparked widespread protests.

Although specific details about the banned companies were not mentioned in the parliament's statement, it is believed that the boycott specifically targets those perceived as supporting Israel. The move reflects Turkey's increasingly strained relationship with Israel, as tensions escalate over issues related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Coca-Cola, a globally recognized brand, has not yet issued a public statement in response to the boycott. It remains to be seen how this decision will impact the company's presence in Turkey and whether other institutions or individuals will follow suit.

As the boycott gains momentum, it highlights the significance of corporations' political stances and the influential role they play in international conflicts. With tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict continuing to rise, it is likely that such boycotts will continue to emerge, further shaping global dynamics.