Turkish PM: Israel's flotilla raid was cause for war

Erdogan, who enjoys huge popularity in the Arab world because of his anti-Israeli stance, told Al-Jazeera that the raid occurred in international waters and was therefore “unlawful.”

“This attack that took place in international waters is not within international laws,” Erdogan said. “It is a cause for war, but we decided to act in line with Turkey’s grandeur and showed patience.”…

“Right now, without a doubt, the primary duty of Turkish navy ships is to protect its own ships,” Erdogan said. “This is the first step. And we have humanitarian aid that we want to carry there. This humanitarian aid will not be attacked any more, as it was the case with Mavi Marmara.”