The Presidency’s Directorate of Communications characterised the rising tensions in the region due to attacks involving the United States, Israel, and Iran as unacceptable. The Directorate urged citizens to rely on information released by official institutions and to remain cautious against false news and manipulative content. The Presidency's Head of Communications, Prof Burhanettin Duran, stated in his post: "The escalation of tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran into a war and its potential regional spillover are unacceptable. This is a serious cause for concern for both regional and global peace. The events we are witnessing threaten not...
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Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan said on Saturday that U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran violated Iran's sovereignty and targeted the peace of the Iranian people, adding he was saddened and concerned. In a speech in Istanbul, Erdoğan said Iran's attacks on Gulf countries were also unacceptable, and he warned that without restraint and diplomacy the region risked being "dragged into a circle of fire." He called for urgent action to prevent further bloodshed, adding that Ankara will accelerate diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire and revive negotiations.
Burhanettin Duran, the Presidency's Head of Communications of the Republic of Türkiye, Says Türkiye Will Not Tolerate Israel Extending Its Aggressive Regional Policies Into Horn of Africa On Wednesday, Head of Communications Duran made this statement in his opening speech at the "Panel on Türkiye-Somalia Relations Amid Global Transformation," organised by the Presidency's Directorate of Communications in Ankara, the capital city. Duran also highlighted in his speech that Türkiye and Somalia's bilateral relations gained "a multidimensional and profound character," particularly after Ankara's Africa initiative launched in 2005. Noting that relations between the two countries are reinforced by...
The unmanned naval drone is fully integrated with the Advent network-based data-driven combat management system, also developed by Havelsan. An official ceremony marked the start of the Turkish Armed Forces' use of the new armed naval drone produced by Havelsan, a Turkish defence and advanced technology company. Turkish media reported that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended today's ceremony. The unmanned naval drone, named Sancar, is fully integrated with the Advent network-based combat management system, also developed by Havelsan. The 12.7-metre-long Sancar can reach...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Türkiye delivered statements on Türkiye’s international role, conflict prevention, and the expansion of its diplomatic influence following the cabinet meeting on Monday. The Turkish President also referred to his meeting with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, noting that current bilateral issues were the focus of the discussion. Türkiye’s International Role The Turkish President emphasised his country’s international influence and efforts to prevent the escalation of crises: “A wind of Türkiye is blowing in the world right now. Everyone wonders what Türkiye thinks, what it does, what stance...
The concept of tourism in Türkiye has evolved from mere sightseeing to a focus on wellness and transformative experiences. Türkiye, named the best wellness destination for 2025 by the Matador Network Travel Awards, provides a variety of winter experiences. Whether travelling alone, with family, or across generations, visitors can select from a variety of wellness options. With more than 1,500 thermal springs, Türkiye ranks seventh in the world and first in Europe. Leading destinations such as Afyonkarahisar, Bursa, and Pamukkale in Denizli are part of...
By dispatching its largest fleet to date to the Baltic Sea, where a major NATO joint exercise is currently underway, the Turkish Navy showcased its substantial naval power-projection capability to the world. During the exercise, and notably for the first time in NATO history, an armed unmanned aerial vehicle launched from a flat-deck amphibious assault ship successfully executed a precision strike against a maritime target, thereby establishing a new paradigm for the future of naval warfare. The military analysis platform Naval News reported on February 21 that, by participating in NATO’s principal joint exercise "Steadfast Dart 2026", conducted under Germany’s...
The mosaics that adorned the floors and walls of magnificent ancient structures are far more than decorative elements. These works are silent chronicles that bring myths and reality to life through the harmony of stone and colour, bringing the spirit of their era into the present. A fascinating abundance of masterpieces of this art can be found in Anatolia, which has been home to the remnants of great civilisations for thousands of years. Today, one of these unique collections is on display at the Zeytinburnu Mosaic Museum, in the heart of İstanbul, in a serene yet awe-inspiring setting. Visiting the...
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday that Israel's recognition of the breakaway Republic of Somaliland would not benefit Somaliland or the region. In December, Erdogan had said Israel's decision to formally recognise Somaliland, a northern region that declared itself independent in 1991, was illegal and unacceptable, and he accused Israel of trying to destabilise the Horn of Africa. "I would like to especially underline our stance of valuing the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states in the area where Ethiopia is located," Erdogan told a press conference during a visit to Addis Ababa, adding Türkiye did not want...