President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has arrived in Doha to attend the FIFA World Cup 2022 Opening Ceremony at the invitation of Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar. President Erdoğan was welcomed at Hamad International Airport by Minister of Sports and Youth Salah bin Ghanim Al Ali of Qatar, Türkiye’s Ambassador to Qatar Mehmet Mustafa Göksu and other officials. First Lady Emine Erdoğan, Minister of Foreign Affairs Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, Minister of Youth and Sports Mehmet Muharrem Kasapoğlu, Minister of Treasury and Finance Nureddin Nebati, Minister of Culture and Tourism...
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The photographs in which President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued the order to launch the "Air Operation Claw-Sword" on terrorist bases in northern Iraq and Syria were released. National Defence Minister Hulusi Akar is seen briefing President Erdoğan following his visit to Indonesia in the photographs. It was reported that President Erdoğan gave the instruction for the operation based on the information Akar provided.
Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun remarked that they would continue to thwart terrorism and its backers in their attempts to destabilise Türkiye, as well as eradicate terrorism at its very source. Presidency’s Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun shared a post on his social media account about the "Air Operation Claw-Sword" launched against the terrorist-operated bases in northern Iraq and Syria. In his post, Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun noted, “Terrorist targets were eliminated by the successful launch and execution of Operation Claw-Sword last night. We will continue to thwart terrorism and its backers in their attempts to destabilise...
Director of Communications Altun remarked, “Türkiye is branding itself today under the leadership of our President, with its proactive stance in the face of global crises and diplomatic, political, humanitarian, military and economical solutions developed along the axis of deep-rooted values.” The Presidency's Directorate of Communications hosted a panel discussion on "Türkiye-Qatar Nation Branding" in Doha as part of the FIFA World Cup 2022 organisation. Director of Communications Altun stated in a video message to panellists that Türkiye and Qatar are two friendly and brotherly countries that have overcome the challenges they faced on the world stage through...
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine thanked President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan for his efforts in extending the grain corridor. In a video message he shared on his Telegram account, President Zelensky of Ukraine indicated that they are still working to solve the country’s energy problems and noted that the Russian-targeted energy infrastructure in Ukraine is still being repaired. Highlighting the continued problems with the delivery of energy services in 17 cities and regions, particularly in the capital Kyiv, President Zelensky of Ukraine stated that they are working to find solutions for Kherson's energy problems. President Zelensky of Ukraine informed that...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Ersin Tatar of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). Having sent a written message on the 39th anniversary of the foundation of the TRNC, President Erdoğan reiterated his congratulations. Noting that the family picture has now been completed after the TRNC became an observer member of the Organization of Turkic States, President Erdoğan stated that they will continue their efforts in line with the historic call he made on the international community for the recognition of the TRNC during his address to the UN General Assembly.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine. The call addressed the Russia-Ukraine war and the developments regarding the grain corridor. President Erdoğan thanked President Zelensky for his constructive attitude toward the extension of the Istanbul Agreement on grain exports. Noting the positive experiences gained from the grain agreement and the prisoner exchange, President Erdoğan said it would benefit everyone to extend this understanding to the negotiation avenue, particularly ceasefire. President Erdoğan also thanked President Zelensky for his condolences over the terrorist attack in Istanbul.
In his address to the 11th General Assembly of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP) meeting, Director of Communications Altun stated, "Our President leads efforts to address the international system's injustices –starting with the UN Security Council— with the motto: 'The world is bigger than five.' We believe that 'a fairer world will be possible' once we reach that goal." Noting that Türkiye is a unique and strategically important country because it is part of multiple continents and regions, Director of Communications Altun stated that Türkiye has played an active role in all issues...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The call addressed Türkiye-Russia relations and regional issues, particularly developments about the grain corridor. President Erdoğan thanked President Putin for his constructive stance regarding the 120-day extension of the İstanbul agreement on grain export. Diplomatic contacts should be revived since the prolongation of the Russia-Ukraine war will further increase the risks, said President Erdoğan, adding that the talks between Russian and U.S. intelligence heads in İstanbul play a crucial role in preventing an uncontrolled escalation on the ground. Expressing his pleasure over...