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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan. The leaders addressed the Türkiye-Japan bilateral relations as well as regional and global issues. During the call, President Erdoğan said that we will continue to make efforts to enhance relations between Türkiye and Japan in all the areas, particularly in defense industry, investments and trade. President Erdoğan stated that the only way to resolve the conflict between Iran and the U.S. is through negotiations, and that we, as Türkiye, support diplomatic efforts for lasting peace and stability. President Erdo�...

The untenable allegations put forward by the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office are intended to legitimise Israel’s unlawful airstrikes targeting Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The imputations voiced stem from Netanyahu’s intent to pursue expansionist and destabilising policies in the region ahead of the elections in Israel. Türkiye, like the vast majority of the international community, stands for the consolidation of lasting peace in our region. The sole path to this objective lies in Netanyahu’s abandonment of his aggressive and coercive policies and in his respect for international law. Türkiye will resolutely continue to...

The Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, condemned the Israeli airstrike on Abu al-Duhur Military Airbase in Syria in a message shared on his NSosyal account. In his post, Head of Communications Duran stated: “I strongly condemn the Israeli airstrike on the Abu al-Duhur Military Airbase in the countryside of Idlib, Syria. These attacks targeting Syria’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and infrastructure are part of a continued policy of irresponsible aggression that threatens regional peace and stability. Under the leadership of our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Türkiye will continue to support Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and...

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Donald J. Trump of the United States. The leaders addressed the Türkiye-U.S. bilateral relations, as well as regional and global developments.  Stressing the importance of making maximum use of diplomacy in the tensions between Iran and the U.S., President Erdoğan expressed Türkiye’s hope for the continuation of the talks, and noted that Türkiye will continue to support peace efforts. President Erdoğan said that we, through the Joint Defence Agreement that we signed with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, demonstrate a strong stance...

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Andy Burnham of the United Kingdom. The two leaders addressed the Türkiye-UK bilateral relations as well as regional and global developments. President Erdoğan congratulated Prime Minister Burnham on his new post, expressing his belief that the relations between the two countries will be further enhanced in the period ahead. Stating that Türkiye and the United Kingdom have made significant progress in cooperation in all the areas, particularly in defence industry, President Erdoğan said the Strategic Partnership Framework Document and the Security and Defence Partnership Document...

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made remarks on current issues in an interview with Doha-based Al Jazeera Arabic television. Noting that the interview took place on the day marking the 25th anniversary of the AK Party, President Erdoğan said: “Coming together on such a day is truly a special joy for us. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, inshallah, we will go on to celebrate many more quarter-centuries.” Referring to the recently signed security-focused Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Türkiye, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, President Erdoğan said: “First of all, the Mecca agreement represented a different kind...

The Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, extended his congratulations on Pakistan’s Independence Day in a message on his NSosyal account. In his message, Head of Communications Duran stated: “Our friendship with Pakistan transcends borders, while our brotherhood is a strong bond that extends from heart to heart. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the friendly and brotherly people of Pakistan on their Independence Day and wish the people of Pakistan a future filled with peace, tranquillity and prosperity.”

Speaking at the Gendarmerie and Coast Guard Academy Graduation Ceremony, President Erdoğan said: “It is first and foremost thanks to our martyrs and ghazis that the honor, dignity and sanctity of this august country have not been stained for 1,000 years. It is our top priority to protect their legacy and carry our country to a more prosperous future by writing new epics. In this sense, the accomplishment of our terror-free Türkiye and terror-free region vision is of vital importance.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended the Gendarmerie and Coast Guard Academy Graduation Ceremony in Ankara. “We reinforce our...

Holding a joint press conference with Palestinian President Abbas, President Erdoğan said: “The Gazan people have clearly demonstrated that they are in favor of peace and have a strong will to achieve this. The conditions necessary to launch Gaza’s reconstruction and ensure its security must be created without delay.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and President Mahmoud Abbas of Palestine held a joint press conference following their meeting at the Presidential Complex. Stressing that Türkiye will continue to support the Palestinian cause strongly on every platform, President Erdoğan said: “We will endeavor with determination for the...