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Egypt hosts Turkish foreign minister as regional diplomacy gathers pace in Cairo

Egypt and Türkiye continued to strengthen their diplomatic engagement on Sunday as senior officials met in Cairo during a broader regional gathering involving multiple key Middle Eastern and South Asian states. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi received Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan......

Erdogan revives talks on reopening historic Orthodox seminary in Turkey

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has instructed government officials to restart discussions on reopening the historic Halki Seminary, a renowned Orthodox Christian theological institution located near Istanbul. The move comes amid renewed international attention to religious freedom issues and......

Erdogan says Türkiye plays leading role in resolving regional crises

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reaffirmed Türkiye’s ambition to play a central role in addressing regional conflicts, stating that the country is not merely an observer but an active “leading actor” in efforts to resolve ongoing crises. Speaking during the inauguration of......

Turkish president welcomes US-Iran agreement and urges sustained regional diplomacy

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has welcomed the recent agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as a significant step toward strengthening peace and stability in the wider Middle East region. In a statement shared on social media, Erdoğan expressed support for the deal and......

Tensions escalate between Turkey and Israel over Middle East conflict

Relations between Turkey and Israel have entered a new phase of tension as senior leaders from both countries exchanged sharp accusations amid ongoing instability in the Middle East. The latest diplomatic confrontation highlights the deep divisions that continue to shape regional politics and security......

Turkey’s opposition crisis deepens as ousted leader’s allies resign from party assembly

Turkey’s main opposition party is facing renewed internal turmoil after members aligned with ousted leader Özgür Özel resigned from the party’s governing assembly, escalating a leadership crisis within the Republican People’s Party (CHP). According to statements from......

Turkey criticizes France-Cyprus defence agreement, citing international law concerns

Tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean have resurfaced following Turkey’s criticism of a newly signed defence cooperation agreement between France and Cyprus. The accord, aimed at strengthening military collaboration and regulating the presence of French forces on Cypriot territory, has sparked......

Erdogan warns Israel actions threaten Turkey after regional escalation

Turkey’s president Recep Tayyip Erdogan told lawmakers that Israel’s military operations in Syria and Lebanon have reached a level that now poses a direct threat to Turkish security. He framed the regional conflict as no longer confined to neighboring states and argued that instability across......

Rival leaders of Turkey’s main opposition party call competing meetings

A deepening political dispute has emerged within Turkey’s main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), as two rival figures claim leadership and announce separate meetings with party lawmakers on the same day. The crisis involves party leader Özgür Özel, who......

Venezuelan interim president makes surprise visit to Turkey

Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, arrived in Istanbul on an unexpected diplomatic visit, where she is scheduled to meet Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The visit highlights the continuing relationship between the two countries and comes amid a period of political and economic......

Putin rejects Zelensky's proposal for direct peace talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's proposal for face-to-face negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, arguing that Moscow seeks a comprehensive settlement rather than a temporary ceasefire. The refusal came after Zelensky published an open......

Turkish foreign minister meets South Korean counterpart in Seoul

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his South Korean counterpart, Cho Hyun, in Seoul as part of an official visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic engagement between the two countries. The meeting reflects the ongoing commitment of Türkiye and South Korea to maintaining close political......

Turkish Foreign Minister meets Singapore leaders to strengthen bilateral relations

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan was officially received by Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong during a diplomatic visit aimed at strengthening relations between the two countries. The meeting, held in Singapore, focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and exploring areas......

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