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ICYF President H.E. Taha Ayhan and the Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Azerbaijan, H.E. Mr. Ferhat Haciyev, spoke to the press following the completion of the 11th ICYF Executive Board Meeting held in Istanbul earlier this week. Speaking to reporters, His Excellency Mr. Ayhan explained how the conflict in Gaza has exposed Israel's real face as an occupying state amid countless human rights violations against Palestinians. Regarding this tragic series of hostilities, His Excellency expressed his belief in Türkiye's approach towards a concrete plan that guarantees the safety of civilian lives and civilian sites. Speaking to 24 TV, Mr. Haciyev touched on the declaration of the liberation of Shusha by Türkiye's President H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, H.E. Ilham Aliyev. He expressed his gratitude and satisfaction with the unanimous decision to announce Shusha as the 2024 OIC Youth Capital.

We are thrilled to announce the city of Shusha of Azerbaijan, as the OIC Youth Capital 2024, the new epicenter for youth development, international projects and intercultural diversity in the OIC region. Shusha, the 10th host of OIC Youth Capital, will leverage this unique opportunity to foster cooperation among OIC member states in youth policy and enhance Muslim youth solidarity. It aims to promote intercultural diversity and the spirit of “unity” among the youth of the OIC geography and beyond through various activities. The year-long OIC Youth Capital International Program encompasses a series of activities and events, spanning culture, academic life, youth leadership, entertainment, sports, and youth capacity building. The program aims to empower and engage Muslim youth by providing them with an international stage to shine and prosper. Stay tuned for exciting news, opportunities, and youth activities from “Shusha-OIC Youth Capital 2024.”