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Head of Communications Altun’s statement on address given by President Abbas of Palestine

Presidency's Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun shared a post on his social media account regarding the address given by President Mahmoud Abbas of Palestine.  Head of Communications Altun stated the following in his post:  "Today, we listened to President Mahmoud Abbas of Palestine give a historic address at the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, ensuring that the world hears the rightful voice of the Palestinian people.  President Abbas's call during his speech carried great significance:  "Today, in your presence, I first announce to the Palestinians then to the entire world: I have decided to go...

President Erdoğan attends GNAT Extraordinary Meeting on Palestine

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan arrived at the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye to attend the Extraordinary Meeting on Palestine. President Erdoğan was welcomed with a ceremony upon his arrival at the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye. After greeting the ceremonial squad, President Erdoğan conversed with President Mahmoud Abbas of Palestine for a while during his entrance to the Assembly. President Erdoğan posed for a photo with President Abbas and Numan Kurtulmuş, Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye. President Erdoğan then proceeded to the Plenary Hall of the Grand National Assembly...

President Erdoğan replies to UN Secretary-General Guterres’ post about Africa

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan replied to United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' post about Africa on his social media account. President Erdoğan said in his post, "Mr. Secretary-General, your sincere and vocal articulation of your views on reforming the United Nations Security Council under present-day conditions and in a fair manner is invaluable for the world to have a fair system once again." Stating that the African continent and all Africans must be given the opportunity to contribute to a fair system to be established, President Erdoğan said: "The structure of the UN Security Council, which is...

President Erdoğan meets with President Abbas of Palestine

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with President Mahmoud Abbas of Palestine at the Presidential Complex. The meeting addressed the massacres committed by Israel in Palestinian territories, the steps that need to be taken for a permanent ceasefire and peace as well as the recent developments. Stating during the meeting that Türkiye will continue to support Palestine's just cause, President Erdoğan added that it will continue to strive to stop Israel and increase the pressure on Israel by the international community. Stating that Israel continues to massacre civilians, including babies, displace innocent Palestinians, strike schools, hospitals, and civilian...

“We have been striving to fulfill our duties towards our nation”

Addressing the AK Party’s 23rd foundation anniversary event, President Erdoğan said: “We have been striving to fulfill our duties towards our nation properly since we undertook the responsibility of governing Türkiye. In the face of the complexity of problems, we act with an understanding that tackles issues courageously and focuses on the solution, no matter how big they are, instead of acting with timidity, hesitation or fear.” President and Justice and Development (AK) Party Chairman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a speech at the party’s 23rd foundation anniversary event in Ankara. “WE ACT WITH AN...

Head of Communications Altun: “The vile attacks against the first Qibla of Muslims is unacceptable”

Presidency's Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun shared a post on social media condemning the Israeli police attack into the courtyard of the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Head of Communications Altun stated the following in his post: "We strongly condemn the entry of thousands of Zionists into the courtyard of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and their attack in the presence of Israeli police, which derives all its power from the silence of the world.  The vile attacks against the first Qibla of Muslims is unacceptable. We call on all of humanity to raise a powerful voice against Israel, which thrives on bloodshed and...

President Erdoğan receives Turkmen FM Meredov

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Rashid Meredov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, at Çankaya Presidential Palace. Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan was also present at the meeting. https://www.tccb.gov.tr/en/news/542/153262/president-erdogan-receives-turkmen-fm-meredov

President Erdoğan, President Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia. The call addressed Türkiye-Somalia relations, the tension between Somalia and Ethiopia, and regional and global developments. During the call, President Erdoğan emphasized the importance of cooperation between Türkiye and Somalia. Pointing out the continuation of Türkiye's efforts to settle the tension between Somalia and Ethiopia, President Erdoğan stated that concrete results are expected to emerge in the second round of talks scheduled to take place in Türkiye to achieve reconciliation between...

President Erdoğan expresses condolences for Doğan, the Founder and Honorary President of the Writers Union of Türkiye

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed his condolences on social media for the passing of Mehmet Doğan, the Founder and Honorary President of the Writers Union of Türkiye (TYB). In his message, President Erdoğan conveyed his profound sorrow upon learning of the passing of Doğan, the Founder and Honorary President of TYB and one of the most esteemed intellectuals raised in the country. In his message, President Erdoğan said: "I wish Allah's mercy upon Mr. D. Mehmet Doğan, who will always be remembered for his distinctive contributions to our world of literature, history, ideas,...