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Head of Communications Duran issues congratulatory message on Turkic States Cooperation Day

Head of Communications Duran published a message on his NSosyal account celebrating October 3, the Cooperation Day of Turkic States. In his message, Head of Communications Duran stated: "I congratulate the Organisation of Turkic States on its 17th anniversary, which brings together the Turkic world’s shared history, language and cultural heritage around a common vision for the future. The spirit of unity expressed in Ismail Gaspirali’s motto, “Unity in language, thought and action”, has today become a strong foundation for strengthening political, economic and cultural cooperation among the Turkic states, while promoting greater solidarity and coordination on issues...

Head of Communications Duran: “An attack on the sanctity of the Two Holy Mosques is an unacceptable affront”

Presidency’s Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, condemned the attack targeting civilian infrastructure serving the Prophet’s Mosque in a message shared on his NSosyal account. Head of Communications Duran stated: “I condemn the attack targeting civilian infrastructure serving Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque) in Medina. Any attack targeting the sanctity, peace and security of the Two Holy Mosques is an unacceptable affront to the shared sensitivities of the entire Islamic world. I hope such attacks, which threaten the peace and stability of the region, will end as soon as possible. Under the leadership of our President, Recep Tayyip...

Statement regarding the allegations that Syrian government officials and Hezbollah officials met in Türkiye

Claims circulating in certain international media outlets and on social media platforms alleging that “Syrian government officials and Hezbollah officials met in Türkiye, hosted by the National Intelligence Organisation (MİT)” are entirely unfounded. The claims in these posts regarding the date, venue, content and contacts do not reflect any reality and are entirely fabricated and speculative. The public is strongly urged to rely solely on statements issued by the official authorities. Presidency's Directorate of Communications Center for Combating Disinformation

“Terror-free Türkiye efforts have multiplied Türkiye’s strength and ushered in a new era in our region”

Speaking at the opening of the 5th Legislative Year of the 28th Term of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, President Erdoğan said: “In our region that has of late turned into a ring of fire, the terror-free Türkiye efforts have already created a deterrent effect upon Türkiye’s adversaries and have multiplied Türkiye’s strength and ushered in a new era.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered the opening speech of the 5th Legislative Year of the 28th Term of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (GNAT). President Erdoğan said: â€...

Head of Communications Duran: “We were delighted to host the Palestinian footballers in our country”

The Presidency’s Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, shared a message on his NSosyal account regarding this evening’s match between Konyaspor and the Palestine National Football Team. In his message, Head of Communications Duran stated: “This evening in Konya, there was much more than football on the pitch; our hearts were with Palestine. The meaningful occasion that brought Konyaspor and the Palestine National Football Team together once again demonstrated the power of sport to transcend borders and unite people in a shared sense of solidarity. Humanity was the winner. We were delighted to host the Palestinian footballers in our...

National Security Council Statement dated September 30, 2026

The National Security Council convened on September 30, 2026, under the chairmanship of the President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. During the meeting; 1. The Council was briefed on the activities that have been carried out with determination, resolve, and success at home and abroad against all types of threats and dangers to our national unity and solidarity, as well as our survival, including the terrorist organisations PKK/KCK-PYD/YPG, FETO, and DAESH, along with recent international developments. 2. The Council assessed the steps taken and progress achieved towards the objectives of a “Terror-Free Türkiye” and a “Terror-Free...

“Whoever infringes upon the rights and property of the nation will find us standing against them”

Delivering remarks following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting, President Erdoğan said: “Whether through market manipulations, stock exchange schemes, or, as in municipalities, through blatant corruption, whoever infringes upon the rights, wealth and property of the nation will find us and the state standing against them.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a press conference following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting at the Presidential Complex.  Making statement regarding the issues addressed during the meeting, President Erdoğan said: “Whether through market manipulations, stock exchange schemes, or, as in municipalities, through blatant corruption, whoever infringes upon the rights, wealth or property of...

President Erdoğan, President Subianto of Indonesia talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia. The leaders discussed the Türkiye-Indonesia bilateral relations as well as regional and global issues. Voicing his pleasure over the two countries’ solidarity on international platforms, President Erdoğan noted that maintaining this will benefit both countries. Drawing attention to the importance of the improvement of the cooperation between Türkiye and Indonesia in many areas, trade and defense industry in particular, President Erdoğan said that they will continue to take steps to that end. President Erdoğan also invited President Subianto of Indonesia to...