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President Erdoğan’s Message on Alaska Summit

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan shared a message on his social media account regarding the talks held in Alaska between President Donald Trump of the United States and President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation. In his message, President Erdoğan said: "The talks held in Alaska between President Trump of the United States and President Putin of the Russian Federation have brought new momentum to efforts aimed at ending the Russia–Ukraine war.  We welcome the Alaska Summit and hope that this new process, with the participation of President Zelenskyy of Ukraine, will lay the foundations for lasting...

Head of Communications Duran shares post on article penned by President Erdoğan

Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran shared a post on his social media account about the article penned by President Erdoğan titled “The Conscience of Humanity Is Being Tested in Gaza”. In his post Head of Communications Duran stated;   "President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, in his article titled “The Conscience of Humanity Is Being Tested in Gaza,” called on the world to take action against this brutality. The article by the President was published in English and Arabic by Qatar-based Al Jazeera. "Hunger, thirst, and the threat of epidemic disease are propelling Gaza towards a total humanitarian collapse....

President Erdoğan, NATO Secretary General Rutte talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The call, held at Mr. Rutte’s request, addressed the latest developments in the Ukraine-Russia war, as well as regional and global matters.  Drawing attention to the progress made in the Istanbul negotiations launched with the aim of achieving a permanent ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, President Erdoğan added that it is important for this process to yield positive developments in humanitarian issues, as well.   NATO Secretary General Rutte, for his part, made assessments regarding the latest situation in Ukraine ahead of...

“Türkiye has obtained a historic opportunity to solve its chronic problem”

Speaking at AK Party’s 24th foundation anniversary event, President Erdoğan said: “Our ghazis and the families of our martyrs know why we have taken such a risk. Our opponents and adversaries, in the similar vein, know what a terror-free Türkiye means. I hereby reiterate that Türkiye has obtained a historic opportunity to solve its most chronic problem. We will not allow it to be wasted.” President and Justice and Development (AK) Party Chairman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a speech at the party’s 24th foundation anniversary event in Ankara. “We have left our mark on...

“We are building the terror-free Türkiye with patience and courage”

Speaking at the AK Youth Strategy and Consultation Camp Closing Event, President Erdoğan said: “With our works, investments, projects and services, we are elevating our country above the level of contemporary civilizations. We are building the terror-free Türkiye -- the greatest legacy we will leave you -- with patience, courage and sincerity.” President and Justice and Development (AK) Party Chairman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the AK Youth Strategy and Consultation Camp Closing Event in Ankara. “With our works, investments, projects and services, we are elevating our country above the level of contemporary civilizations. We...

“Türkiye and Georgia will continue to act shoulder to shoulder for cooperation and development in our region and beyond”

Speaking at a joint press conference with President Kavelashvili of Georgia, President Erdoğan said: “We, as Türkiye and Georgia, will continue to act shoulder to shoulder for cooperation, peace and development in our region and beyond. This vision we have displayed during today’s talks proves our determination to build not just today, but also the future in our region.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and President Mikheil Kavelashvili of Georgia held a joint press conference following their bilateral meeting at the Presidential Complex. “We will continue to improve our trade and investment relations” Stating that Türkiye...

President Kavelashvili of Georgia at the Presidential Complex

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed President Mikheil Kavelashvili of Georgia, who is paying an official visit to Türkiye, with an official ceremony at the Presidential Complex. Once the two leaders arrived at the ceremonial ground, the national anthems of Türkiye and Georgia were played, and President Kavelashvili of Georgia inspected the guard of honor. Following the introduction of the delegations, President Erdoğan and President Kavelashvili posed for the press and headed inside for their bilateral meeting. Source: Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye

President Erdoğan, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. The call, held at the request of the Ukrainian side, addressed the Türkiye-Ukraine bilateral relations as well as regional and global matters. Praising the progress achieved in the direct talks in Istanbul between Ukraine and Russia as valuable, President Erdoğan expressed his wish for meaningful results, in the next rounds, for a ceasefire on the path towards lasting peace. Noting that Türkiye stands ready to host a summit at the leaders' level, President Erdoğan voiced his belief that establishing working groups in...

President Erdoğan sends video message for event marking 80th founding anniversary of UN

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a video message for the event marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations (UN). In his message, President Erdoğan extended his congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the UN, noting Türkiye’s status as a founding member and emphasising that, since its establishment in 1945, the organisation has made notable strides in ensuring global peace and security and fostering international cooperation, which remain its core objectives. In the video message, President Erdoğan stated: "It is evident that the United Nations needs comprehensive reform to continue fulfilling the duties...