The Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, issued a statement regarding the visit to our country by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine on 4 April 2026. In a post on his NSosyal account, Head of Communications Duran stated: “President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine will pay a working visit to our country on 4 April 2026. The meetings in İstanbul are expected to address our bilateral agenda with Ukraine and regional developments, as well as efforts towards a ceasefire and a lasting settlement, with particular emphasis on the İstanbul Process."
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A large number of ministers, politicians, journalists, and representatives of civil society supported the initiative carried out by our Directorate under the hashtag “Safe Haven Türkiye.” While the posts shared as part of the campaign quickly became a trending topic on social media, it was observed that the hashtag reached a wide audience. The initial post shared by Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, received significant interaction in a short time, while the video prepared as part of the campaign was also reshared by thousands of users. In his post, Head of Communications Duran said: “The recent statements made...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation. The leaders discussed the Türkiye-Russia bilateral relations as well as regional and global matters. Noting that Türkiye approves neither the attacks on Iran nor Iran’s retaliation against the countries in the region, President Erdoğan stated that Türkiye continues its peace- and stability-oriented engagements with all relevant parties to ensure the war does not further spiral out of control. Pointing out that the Netanyahu government’s aggressive policies across the region must be prevented, President Erdoğan stressed...
The Presidency’s Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, stated in a post shared on his NSosyal account that Türkiye is playing an active role in promoting peace and stability across a wide geography, from Gaza to Ukraine and from the Caucasus to Iran. In his post, Head of Communications Duran said: “At a time when the world is going through a profound systemic crisis, Türkiye has stood as a voice of truth across regions stretching from Gaza to Ukraine and from the Caucasus to Iran. Under the leadership of our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, our country is...
In a post on his NSosyal account, Presidency's Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran, condemned the attacks involving stones and explosive devices targeting civilians in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and underscored the need for the perpetrators to be brought to justice. In his post, Head of Communications Duran said: "I condemn the attack carried out with stones and explosive devices by a group supporting the EOKA terrorist organisation against civilians in the Yiğitler Bastion area of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. This provocative act against civilians undermines regional peace as well as fundamental principles of international...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has extended his congratulations to Jewish citizens on the occasion of Passover. In his message issued for Passover, President Erdoğan stated: “On the occasion of Passover, I extend my congratulations to our Jewish citizens and wish that this holiday brings peace, tranquility, stability, and well-being to our region and to all humanity.”
Addressing the opening ceremony of 563 facilities built by the General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works, President Erdoğan said: “We should be more efficient and effective in the use and management of our water resources before they reduce to the depletion limit. I would like to stress the necessity of using our resources more wisely, and note that we expect all our institutions and citizens to exercise utmost vigilance in this regard.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of 563 facilities built by the General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works in Ankara. Noting that T...
Head of Communications of the Presidency’s Directorate of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, shared a message on his NSocial account on the occasion of World Autism Awareness Day on 2 April. In his message, Head of Communications Duran stated: “Autism is not a deficiency, but a difference that forms the foundation of our social richness. Every individual has a unique language, rhythm, and strengths. Our duty is to understand these differences and grow stronger together. That is why we say: ‘Recognise Early.’ Social awareness should not be limited to a single day; it must evolve into a lasting understanding that enables equal...
Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, issued a statement, condemning the death penalty law adopted in the Israeli Parliament, which would apply solely to Palestinians. In a post on his NSosyal account, Head of Communications Duran noted: “I strongly condemn and denounce the death penalty law adopted in the Israeli Parliament, which would apply solely to Palestinians. This so-called law, which we view as an extension of the genocide carried out against innocent people, is a clear example of oppression that disregards the rule of law, deepens discrimination and injustice, and seeks to legitimise the collective punishment...