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“Türkiye will overcome this grave disaster”

Speaking following an iftar dinner with quake victims in Kilis, President Erdoğan said: “We hope and expect that Türkiye will overcome this grave disaster and continue to march towards its goals. Our nation, who have repelled countless attacks and got back on their feet after numerous catastrophes during their 1,000-year-long presence on these lands alone, will leave behind these trying days as well.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Chairman Devlet Bahçeli and New Welfare Party (YRP) Chairman Fatih Erbakan shared iftar with earthquake victims, ghazis and families of martyrs in Kilis. Speaking following...

“We will not rest until we revive all our quake-hit cities”

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony of Gaziantep-Kilis post-disaster houses, President Erdoğan said: “We will not rest until we revive all our quake-hit cities, including their villages and districts.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony of Gaziantep-Kilis post-disaster houses. Congratulating the citizens’ holy month of Ramadan, President Erdoğan said: “This year, we welcomed the month of Ramadan with the sadness of the February 6 earthquakes, which caused severe destruction and loss of life in many districts of our 11 provinces, including Nurdağı. I once again wish Allah’s mercy upon more than 50 thousand people we...

Director of Communications Altun: TRT Afrika will play a significant role in informing the globe about the continent

In his address at the First Broadcasting Summit organised by the TRT-Africa Union of Broadcasting and the Launch Ceremony of TRT Afrika, Presidency’s Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun said, “Notwithstanding the Western media's negative perception of Africa, Anadolu Agency and TRT introduce our country's human and justice-oriented stance in the regional and global arenas into international broadcasting.” Director of Communications Altun thanked African countries for supporting Türkiye in the wake of the earthquakes that struck Kahramanmaraş, impacted eleven provinces, and are called the "disaster of the century." Director of Communications Altun expressed his delight in hosting African friends...

President Erdoğan celebrates “International Day of Zero Waste” adopted by the UN

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan celebrated the "March 30 International Day of Zero Waste" adopted by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly. In a post shared on his social account, President Erdoğan said, "I congratulate the UN General Assembly for adopting March 30 as International Zero Waste Day, which came about as a result of our efforts. The "Zero Waste Movement," spearheaded by my beloved wife, First Lady Emine Erdoğan and already a recognised global brand, will steadfastly continue on its course." In addition, President Erdoğan released details on the "Zero Waste Movement," which began in 2017 and has since...

Statement by National Security Council

In the statement released after the NSC meeting held at the Presidential Complex under the chairmanship of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, it was emphasised that the measures to eliminate all kinds of negative effects of the earthquake disaster on the peace and welfare of the citizens and the national power elements of the country were discussed. The statement noted that at the meeting, the situation that arose following the February 6 earthquakes was evaluated, and the significance of quickly restoring normalcy to the region as soon as possible was highlighted, and added, "The measures to eliminate all kinds of negative...

NSC convenes at the Presidential Complex

The National Security Council (NSC) convened under the chairmanship of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the Presidential Complex. https://www.tccb.gov.tr/en/news/542/145489/nsc-convenes-at-the-presidential-complex

President Erdoğan, President Al Nahyan of UAE talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The call addressed the Türkiye-UAE relations and regional developments. President Erdoğan extended his gratitude for the solidarity and support the UAE had displayed in the aftermath of the earthquakes in Türkiye. The two leaders exchanged Ramadan greetings as well.

President Erdoğan on ATV, A Haber, A Para, A News special broadcast

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made remarks and answered questions on current domestic and global issues in an interview broadcast live on ATV, A Haber, A Para and A News. https://www.tccb.gov.tr/en/news/542/145478/president-erdogan-on-atv-a-haber-a-para-a-news-special-broadcast

“We expect Hungary to maintain its support for the positive agenda in the Türkiye-EU relations”

Speaking at a joint press conference with President Novák of Hungary, President Erdoğan said: “We expect Hungary to increasingly maintain its support for the enhancement of the positive agenda in the Türkiye-European Union relations.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and President Katalin Novák of Hungary held a joint press conference following their tête-à-tête at the Presidential Complex. Voicing his pleasure over hosting President Novák of Hungary and her delegation in Ankara, President Erdoğan stated that Mrs. President had come to Ankara to display the solidarity of Hungary, Türkiye’s strategic...