The "Türkiye-Balkans Media Forum" was organised by the Directorate of Communications under the theme "Building a Shared Future in the Age of Communication." ''Türkiye's Friendly Hand Approach to the Balkans from the Perspective of Public Diplomacy'' session Following the opening, a session titled "Türkiye's Friendly Hand Approach to the Balkans from the Perspective of Public Diplomacy" was held. Addressing the participants at the forum, which kicked off with the speech of the Presidency's Head of Communications, Fahrettin Altun, Director-General for the Balkans and Central Europe at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yağmur Ahmet Güldere,...
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Presidency's Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun, speaking at the "Türkiye-Balkans Media Forum: Building a Shared Future in the Age of Communication," held at the Directorate of Communications, stated that since the early 2000s, Türkiye's relations with the Balkans have continued to strengthen in a multidimensional manner through proactive, diplomatic, economic, and cultural instruments, with a firm focus on "stability and peace." Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun began his speech by referencing a historical development that highlights the shared bond with the Balkans. He recalled that on the eve of World War II in 1936, a "Balkan Press...
Delivering remarks following the Presidential Cabinet meeting, President Erdoğan, on the upcoming peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, said: “Türkiye has become a country whose assistance, support and mediation are sought globally in peace diplomacy. We came very close to finding a solution to the Russia-Ukraine crisis in March 2022. Yet, our efforts were thwarted with the interventions of war barons. Unfortunately, the price for this was paid mostly by civilians, children and women.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a press conference following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting at the Presidential Complex. “We always stand on the side of...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. The call addressed bilateral relations between Türkiye and Ukraine, as well as regional and global issues. During the call, President Erdoğan emphasized the significance of the will to resume direct talks between Russia and Ukraine and said that Türkiye stands ready to provide the necessary support at every stage of the process. President Erdoğan voiced their pleasure at hosting the Russian and Ukrainian delegations in Türkiye on the occasion ofpeace negotiations. President Erdoğan noted that a comprehensive ceasefire would provide...
Speaking at the 157th Foundation Anniversary Ceremony of the Council of State, President Erdoğan said: “It is not only wrong but also irresponsible to target the members of the judiciary, who endeavor for justice, sometimes by involving their families and children, and especially to boo them in public squares. Criticism can be made with courtesy, but no one can wag their finger at the judiciary under the pretext of criticism.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the 157th Foundation Anniversary Ceremony of the Council of State in Ankara. “It is not only wrong but also irresponsible...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The call addressed the Türkiye-Russia relations as well as regional and global matters. Welcoming President Putin's statement for the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine to be resumed in İstanbul, President Erdoğan said that Türkiye stands ready to host the negotiations that will lead to a lasting solution. Noting that a window of opportunity to achieve peace has opened, President Erdoğan said that a comprehensive ceasefire would create the necessary environment for peace talks.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The call addressed the latest situation in Gaza and developments in the region. Stating that the humanitarian situation in Gaza is deteriorating, President Erdoğan emphasized that the international community must take urgent action for an immediate solution. President Erdoğan underlined that the conflict between Israel and Palestine must come to an end and that a two-state solution is essential for lasting peace in the region. President Erdoğan congratulated President Macron on France’s decision to recognize Palestine as a state.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The call addressed bilateral relations between Türkiye and France, as well as regional and global matters. Stating that a historic turning point has been reached in ending the war between Ukraine and Russia and that this opportunity should be seized, President Erdoğan said that Türkiye is ready to offer any contribution, including hosting negotiations for a ceasefire and lasting peace. President Erdoğan expressed that it is important to continue cooperating in starting permanent peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia...
Delivering a speech at the “Strong Families with Mothers, Strong Türkiye with Families” event to mark Mother’s Day, President Erdoğan said: “Just as the family is the bedrock of the society, the mother is the bedrock of the family. No matter what you do, you cannot achieve peace, success and prosperity in a society where mothers are not strong. We have never ignored this truth in our 23 years in power.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke at the “Strong Families with Mothers, Strong Türkiye with Families” event to mark Mother’s Day in Istanbul. President Erdo...