Türkiye

Somalis name Türkiye as the country’s most trusted foreign partner

The public-opinion study found that a majority of Somalis regard Türkiye as the most important ally and believe its presence is making their communities better.

Those seeking to destabilise region will lose: Türkiye's Erdogan

Humanity and brotherhood will be winners, along with the Turkish nation and its citizens, says Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Ancient theatre site in Türkiye reveals evidence of Anatolia's earliest known plague

The discovery was made among the remains of nearly 20 people buried south of a Roman theatre in Iznik, an ancient city that later became an important Byzantine settlement.

In pictures: 2,500 swimmers cross Istanbul Strait in annual intercontinental race

Some 2,500 swimmers from 64 countries are taking part in the 6.5-kilometre race organised by the Turkish Olympic Committee.

Former Israeli defence minister Yaalon accuses Netanyahu of stoking tensions with Türkiye

Moshe Yaalon says Netanyahu deliberately escalated tensions with Türkiye through an attack on an airbase in northern Syria, accusing the prime minister of prolonging conflicts to avoid political accountability.

Türkiye will continue to be source of hope for Gaza, world: Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Ankara will keep helping people in need around the world and providing hope to those affected by conflict and hardship.

Mogadishu marks 15 years since President Erdogan's historic 2011 visit to Somalia

Somalia on Wednesday marked 15 years since Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s historic visit to Mogadishu, a trip that transformed relations between the two countries.

Turkish law on 'Terror-Free Türkiye' process published in Official Gazette

The move formally puts measures approved by the Turkish parliament earlier this month into effect.

Mecca agreement sends message for world peace: Erdogan

Erdogan says trilateral pact signed by Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan is "historic opportunity" to deliver a message of peace.

Türkiye-Syria border 'security problems disappeared': Turkish envoy

Ambassador Yilmaz says smuggling, drug trafficking, uncontrolled migration, terrorism have ceased since Syria's new administration took office.

Egypt's top diplomat thanks Türkiye for 'warm welcome' to Mohamed Salah

Relations between Türkiye and Egypt "indeed built on strong foundations," says Badr Abdelatty.

Türkiye, Egypt seek stronger regional coordination: Fidan

Ankara and Cairo say their ties are on firm footing as the two sides align on Gaza, Libya, Syria and Sudan amid mounting regional tensions.

Türkiye calls on Tunisia to release imprisoned Ennahda leader Ghannouchi

Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmus says Rached Ghannouchi's age and health concerns require full medical support and humane conditions.

Türkiye detains 30 suspects in operation against Alihan Kuris criminal organisation

According to Financial Crimes Investigation Board report, financial transaction volumes of many companies belonging to the organisation surged significantly after 2020, while companies underwent divisions and transfers.

Türkiye reaffirms 'One Libya' policy during Fidan's high-level talks in Tripoli and Benghazi

Türkiye has reaffirmed its support for Libya's unity and stability following Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's high-level visit to Libya.

In pictures: Türkiye illuminates key landmarks to celebrate trilateral Mecca defence pact

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan’s new mutual-defence agreement takes center stage across Ankara and Istanbul, with landmark buildings illuminated to highlight messages of solidarity and a shared strategic future.

Türkiye expects Egypt to join defence pact: Fidan

Türkiye's foreign minister said on Saturday he expected Egypt to join a joint defence agreement with regional partners designed to stabilise the region that is grappling with the Middle East war.

Mecca agreement collective defence but sans any target, enemy: Türkiye's Fidan

Fidan says the alliance is defensive in nature and expansionist in neither ambition nor design.

Türkiye marks ASEAN's 59th anniversary, vows to deepen regional cooperation

Türkiye’s Foreign Ministry stated that Ankara will continue working with ASEAN to support peace, stability and prosperity in the region.

Türkiye rejects claims Mecca pact conflicts with NATO's Article 5

The Turkish Communications Directorate says the pact complements existing alliance obligations and is not an alternative to NATO.

Mecca pact open to more friendly nations: Türkiye's Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says the agreement will strengthen security and defence cooperation, joint defence industry projects and counterterrorism efforts.

Erdogan to visit Saudi Arabia for talks with MBS, Pakistan's PM

Turkish President Erdogan's visit comes as Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif is in Saudi Arabia for talks on bilateral ties and regional developments, including mediation efforts between the US and Iran.

Turkish club Trabzonspor to hold signing ceremony for Mohamed Salah on Thursday

Trabzonspor announced on Wednesday that it will hold a signing ceremony for new signing Mohamed Salah at Papara Park on Thursday.

What the Middle East needs is security without hegemony

A US-centric security model for the Middle East is no longer viable. The region needs a system where responsibility is shared among key players, and Türkiye can become one of its main balancing centres.