Presidency's Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun celebrated June 30th Foster Family Day in a message he shared on his social media account. In his post, Head of Communications Altun said: ''June 30—the day the Himaye-i Etfal Cemiyeti (Turkish Association for Protection of Children) was founded—was designated as Foster Family Day by a decision signed by our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on June 23, 2021. Every child deserves to be raised in a loving home. Foster families give our children new hopes and fresh starts in life, as well as a nurturing family atmosphere. On this significant day, I sincerely...
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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the People’s Council of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The call addressed issues of regional and global concern as well as Türkiye-Turkmenistan relations. Voicing his belief that two countries’ relations will be further improved in every area and on every multilateral platform, President Erdoğan wished Mr. Berdimuhamedov a happy birthday.
In a post he shared on his social media account, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan marked the 2233rd anniversary of the establishment of the Turkish Land Forces. In his post, President Erdoğan said, "I extend my heartfelt congratulations on the 2233rd anniversary of the establishment of the Turkish Land Forces. I wish God's mercy upon our cherished martyrs and salute the heroic members of our Turkish Armed Forces and Land Forces, whose history is replete with glory, honour, and numerous significant victories."
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan answered reporters’ questions after performing the Friday prayer at Hz. Ali Mosque in the Üsküdar district of Istanbul. In answer to a question about his latest meeting with Chairman of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Devlet Bahçeli, President Erdoğan drew attention to the long-standing cooperation between the Justice and Development (AK) Party and the MHP, and stated that the current developments in the Turkish politics were addressed during their meeting. In response to a question on Bashar al-Assad’s recent statements suggesting that Syria is open to initiatives regarding the Türkiye-Syria...
Speaking at a joint press conference with President Karis of Estonia, President Erdoğan said: “During our talks, I and my treasured counterpart have reaffirmed our common will to improve the Türkiye-Estonia relations. We have addressed the joint steps we will take to that end. We have the potential to further our cooperation in all areas.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and President Alar Karis of Estonia held a joint press conference following their bilateral meeting at the Presidential Complex. “During our talks, I and my treasured counterpart have reaffirmed our common will to improve the Türkiye-Estonia relations....
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with President Alar Karis of Estonia, who is in Türkiye for an official visit, at the Presidential Complex. President Erdoğan welcomed his Estonian counterpart with an official ceremony outside the Presidential Complex. Once the national anthems of the two countries were played, President Karis of Estonia inspected the guard of honor. Following the introduction of the delegations, the two leaders posed for the press and headed inside for their bilateral meeting. https://www.tccb.gov.tr/en/news/542/152812/president-karis-of-estonia-at-the-presidential-complex
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Najib Mikati of Lebanon. The call addressed Israel’s attacks and threats against Lebanon, Israeli attacks in Gaza and the growing tension in the region. Stating that Israeli aggression must be stopped as soon as possible and that Israel’s attempts to spread conflicts are extremely dangerous, President Erdoğan expressed that Türkiye stands by Lebanon against Israel’s aggressive policies. President Erdoğan also added that the international community and the Islamic world must say 'enough' to Israel, which threatens regional and global peace, before it is...
Presidency's Head of Communications, Fahrettin Altun, delivered a speech at the "Reporter: Rethinking Journalism in the Digital Era Forum" organized by Anadolu Agency (AA) at AAtölye. Head of Communications Altun said, "You can be confident that if some previously reluctant states have decided to recognise Palestine as a state, our journalists, who have been practising their profession in the midst of genocide and persecution, have played a significant role in this." Indicating that Anadolu Agency has been a significant force in the journalism and newscasting sector, making notable advancements in recent years, Head of Communications Altun said: "I find...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Mark Rutte, who was elected as NATO Secretary General. During the call, President Erdoğan wished Rutte success in his new position. Rutte also thanked President Erdoğan for his support during the call.