Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun shared a post on his social media account regarding the remarks made by a detained journalist about the terrorist organisation PKK's ringleader Abdullah Öcalan. Director of Communications Altun said, "Communication is a human right. It is non-negotiable. Freedom of expression is also indispensable for us," and he remarked that these rights included the liberty to seek, receive, and disseminate information and ideas without interference. Director of Communications Altun noted the following: "Freedom of expression and thought does not and cannot involve making propaganda for terrorist organisations and praising terrorists. This is merely an act...
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In a message on Eid al-Adha, President Erdoğan said: “Now that we have left behind the May 14 and May 28 elections, we have the opportunity to focus more on our nation’s problems. From now on, we will dedicate all our energy and time to developing Türkiye and meeting our nation’s demands.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued a message on Eid al-Adha. “I WISH EID AL-ADHA MAY LEAD TO AUSPICIOUS DEVELOPMENTS FOR THE ENTIRE HUMANITY” “We thank Allah for letting us reach another Eid al-Adha in peace and health. I wish Eid al-Adha may lead to auspicious...
Director of Communications Altun: “The so-called news the Reuters news agency provided to its subscribers consisting of a script containing baseless claims aimed at Bilal Erdoğan is a black mark from the perspective of the history of journalism.” The Presidency's Director of Communications shared a post on his social media with respect to the news provided by Reuters news agency on Bilal Erdoğan, the son of President Erdoğan. Altun stated the following: “Today, the Reuters news agency provided its subscribers with the title of a special file aimed at Bilal Erdoğan, the son of our President,...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece. Congratulating PM Mitsotakis on his election success, President Erdoğan voiced his wish that the new era may be auspicious for the Türkiye-Greece relations. It was also noted during the call that having strong governments with renewed public confidence in office in both countries presented an opportunity for the future of the bilateral relations.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. The call addressed the latest developments in Russia. It was noted that the termination of the tensions in Russia has prevented the occurrence of irrevocable humanitarian tragedies in the Ukrainian field. The wish for the developments in Russia to constitute a new milestone in the path to a just peace in Ukraine was conveyed to NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg. Sweden’s NATO membership was also discussed during the call. It was stressed that Türkiye maintains its constructive stance regarding Sweden’s membership but that legislative...
The call addressed the latest developments in Russia. President Erdoğan underscored the importance of acting with common sense. It was stressed during the call that no one should take it upon themselves to take action in the face of the situation in Russia. In this sense, we as Türkiye stand ready to do our part in order for the incidents to be resolved in a calm and peaceful manner, President Erdoğan noted.
Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun attended the "Awakening from the Nostalgic Dream of the 1960s Exhibition" hosted by the Ankara Culture, Art, and Civilization Association and supported by our Directorate. After viewing the exhibition at the Ankara Art Gallery and Auction House and obtaining insights about the artworks, Director of Communications Altun made a statement to the press. Stating that the exhibition, which they supported as the Presidency's Directorate of Communications, contributes to understanding the social, political and economic life of the period, Director of Communications Altun pointed out that a 1970s-themed exhibition had previously been held. Recalling that...
Addressing AK Party’s parliamentary group meeting, President Erdoğan said: “It is not possible for the Century of Türkiye to rise on a constitution that is the product of a coup. The 28th term Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, which consists of 15 political parties of different political traditions, has the representation capability to achieve this. In this sense, our new parliament will be the founder, architect and guide of the Century of Türkiye.” President and Justice and Development Party Chairman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a speech at the party’s group meeting at the Grand...
Presidential Communications Director Fahrettin Altun shared a post on Twitter on the occasion of June 20, World Refugee Day. Director of Communications Altun stated the following in his post: "Refugees, who were forcibly uprooted from their homes and had to start a new life in a different part of the world, represent one of the most pressing human rights issues of our century. Reintegrating refugees into a life of dignity is the international community's most fundamental political and moral responsibility. Our President, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, has embraced the oppressed and victims who have been ignored by the majority of...