Recep Tayyip Erdogan has renewed efforts to revive negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, aiming to bring leaders from both sides together for high-level peace talks. The initiative comes as the prolonged conflict continues to strain global stability. Read More: Ukraine pushes Turkey to host Zelenskiy-Putin peace summit talks During a meeting in Ankara with Mark Rutte, Erdogan emphasized […]
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PM, Erdogan, Qatari emir take stock of peace efforts at Antalya forum
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif took stock of regional developments and ongoing peace efforts in a trilateral meeting with the leaders of Türkiye and Qatar at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum on Friday. The premier held a trilateral meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Türkiye and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad […]
Hakan Fidan accused Israel of attempting to portray Turkey as its “new enemy”
Tensions between Turkey and Israel have escalated further after Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan accused Israel of attempting to portray Turkey as its “new enemy” amid shifting regional dynamics. Read More: Turkey seeks to end Iran war strategically Speaking in a televised interview with state-run Anadolu news agency, Fidan said Israel “cannot live without an enemy” […]
Turkey moves to restrict social media for minors
ANKARA — Turkey is preparing to impose strict controls on social media access for minors, following a parliamentary report recommending broad measures including age verification, content filtering, and night-time restrictions. The move aligns Turkey with other countries seeking to limit children’s exposure to online content deemed harmful. Read More: Turkey restricts major social media platforms amid rallies President […]
Erdogan seeks to defuse rising US Iran tensions
ISTANBUL/DOHA: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has said Turkiye is working intensively to prevent escalating tensions between the United States (US) and Iran from pushing the Middle East into a new conflict, as sharp disagreements threaten to derail planned diplomatic talks. Read More: Türkiye emerges as key mediator in US–Iran crisis Speaking to reporters on his return flight […]
Erdogan: Black Sea cannot become a zone of confrontation
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday warned that the Black Sea should not turn into a confrontation zone between Russia and Ukraine. He emphasized that safe navigation is essential for all countries. The warning came after several recent strikes in the region, including attacks on ports and vessels. The caution followed a Russian air […]
Turkey issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu over Gaza conflict
ISTANBUL: Turkey on Friday issued arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and several senior officials over alleged “genocide and crimes against humanity” during the war in Gaza. The move targets 37 individuals, including Defence Minister Israel Katz, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, and army chief Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir. The Istanbul prosecutor’s […]
Erdogan urges global action for Gaza, calls Israel ‘out of control’ at UN
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a powerful speech at the United Nations General Assembly. He demanded an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and condemned Israel’s recent strike on Qatar. Erdogan said Israel is no longer limiting attacks to occupied territories but threatens the entire region. He called the Qatar attack proof that Israel’s leadership is […]
Erdogan, Kurdish lawmakers hold historic talks as PKK prepares to disarm
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met lawmakers from the pro-Kurdish DEM party on Monday, marking a significant step in Turkey’s renewed peace efforts with Kurdish militants. The meeting follows recent progress toward ending the PKK’s decades-long armed struggle. The talks were held at the presidential complex in Ankara and lasted just over an hour. Erdogan […]
Erdogan defended ties with Russia during talks with Putin
ASTANA: On Thursday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan defended Ankara’s booming trade ties with Moscow, during his fourth meeting with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in three months. The United States and the European Union are putting renewed pressure on Turkey. It should comply with sanctions they imposed on Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine. But Erdogan […]