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“The Turkish democracy should settle old scores with the tradition of coups by adopting a new and civilian constitution”

Delivering remarks following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting, President Erdoğan stressed that the current constitution cannot sustain the new Türkiye, and said: “The Turkish democracy should settle old scores with the tradition of coups by adopting a new and civilian constitution.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a press conference following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting at the Presidential Complex. Underscoring that the current constitution cannot sustain the new Türkiye, President Erdoğan highlighted his belief that Türkiye, with its 85 million-strong population, should accomplish its goal of a new constitution in the new century. Pointing out that future...

President Erdoğan, President Aliyev of Azerbaijan talk over phone

President Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan. The call addressed the Türkiye-Azerbaijan relations as well as regional and global developments. During the call, President Erdoğan voiced his pleasure over the positive course of the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia, and noted that Türkiye closely follows the process. President Erdoğan added that a just and permanent peace to be ensured in the region will bring about a new climate for both Azerbaijan and Armenia, and for the regional countries alike.

President Erdoğan, Acting President of Iran Mohammad Mokhber talk over phone

President Erdoğan spoke by phone with Acting President of Iran Mohammad Mokhber. During the call, President Erdoğan voiced his sadness over the passing of President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Hossien Amir Abdollahian and the members of the accompanying delegation in a tragic helicopter crash, extending his condolences and wishing patience. Stating that Türkiye stands with the Iranian people during these painful days and shares the grief of the Iranian people, President Erdoğan noted that Türkiye will continue to carry out what its neighborhood and brotherhood with Iran require. President...

“Only with a perfectly-functioning legal system can we provide a bright future for our country”

Speaking at the appointment ceremony of judges and public prosecutors, President Erdoğan said: “We are aware that the path to the Century of Türkiye is through compensating for the shortcomings of the functioning of the legal system together with other areas. We can provide a bright future for our country only if our legal system functions perfectly, justice is served truly and the confidence in the judiciary is strengthened.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a speech at a ceremony held at Beştepe Nation’s Convention and Culture Center for the appointment of judges and public prosecutors. ...

Türkiye expresses condolences to Iran

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his condolences on social media over the tragic passing of President Ebrahim Reisi of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and their accompanying delegation in a helicopter crash.   In his post, President Erdoğan said, ''I wish Allah's mercy upon my esteemed counterpart and brother, President Ebrahim Raisi of the Islamic Republic of Iran, who tragically passed away in a helicopter crash.''   President Erdoğan wished Allah's mercy upon the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran and others who died in the same helicopter...

President Erdoğan’s message concerning President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan shared a post on his social media account regarding the crash of the helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi of Iran, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and other officials. In his post, President Erdoğan said, “We are deeply saddened that President of Iran, my brother, Mr Ebrahim Raisi and his delegation had a helicopter accident. I would like to express that, as the Republic of Türkiye, we are closely following the incident in full liaison and coordination with the Iranian authorities, and we are ready to provide all necessary support." President Erdoğan said, "On...

“May 19 symbolizes our nation’s determination to live freely and independently”

Addressing a meeting with youths and national athletes, President Erdoğan said: “May 19 symbolizes liberation against slavery, hope against intimidation, and our nation’s determination to live freely and independently against surrender.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with youths and national athletes on the occasion of the May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day. In a speech at the event, President Erdoğan described the youth as the vanguards of Türkiye’s struggle for future and independence, and said: “Youths who closed an era and opened a new one by conquering Istanbul at the age of 21...

President Erdoğan’s message on May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day

President Erdoğan said, "We can only continue our country's struggle for development, growth, and empowerment by embracing May 19's spirit, essence, principles, ideals, and goals, despite all the pressures and provocations it has faced." President Erdoğan released a message on May 19 Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day. Stating that the building block of a robust Türkiye was laid on May 19, 1919, which began exactly 105 years ago in Samsun and crowned the National Struggle with victory, President Erdoğan said, "This date ignited the spirit of independence and future that spread throughout our entire country, as our...