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“A destructive war, in which Israel acts as the battering ram, is unfolding in our region”

Speaking at an iftar dinner with journalists and writers, President Erdoğan said: “A destructive war, in which Israel acts as the battering ram, is unfolding in our region at the moment. Innocent children are being murdered brutally as they are attending their classes at schools. A network, which holds power and deems themselves superior to other people, is dragging our region into disaster step by step.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech during an iftar dinner with journalists and writers at the Presidential Complex. Source: Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye

“Many parts of our region are grappling with wars and crises”

Speaking at the award ceremony of the Holy Quran Fine Recitation Competition, President Erdoğan said: “Many parts of our region, starting from our immediate vicinity, and the geography close to our hearts are unfortunately grappling with wars, crises and sufferings today. Innocent children, vulnerable people, and our tens of thousands of brothers and sisters are being martyred by never-ending bombs, bullets and attacks. All of us must assume responsibility in order to put out this fire before it further grows and to prevent further casualties.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a speech at the award ceremony of the...

Head of Communications Duran’s message on Laylat al-Qadr

The presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, issued a message congratulating the Islamic World on the Laylat al-Qadr. In a post on his NSosyal account, Head of Communications Duran said: "I wish that Laylat al-Qadr will be auspicious for our nation, the Islamic world, and all oppressed regions across the world. One of the profound meanings of this blessed night is to keep alive the hope for a world where justice, compassion and brotherhood prevail. May our Laylat al-Qadr be blessed."

Head of Communications Duran: “Israel’s attempt to prevent worship at Al-Aqsa Mosque is unacceptable”

The Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, issued a message commenting on Israel’s attempt to prevent worship at Al-Aqsa Mosque. In the post on his NSosyal account, Head of Communications Duran said: “Following the genocide in Gaza, Israel continues to take steps that further increase instability in the region. The attempt to prevent worship at Al-Aqsa Mosque is unacceptable. It constitutes not only a disrespect toward Muslims but toward humanity as a whole and represents a violation of international law. Israel’s ground operation launched against Lebanon is also escalating tensions in the region and targeting Lebanon’s...

Head of Communications Duran’s message on 15 March International Day to Combat Islamophobia

Presidency’s Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran issued a message on his NSosyal account on the occasion of the 15 March International Day to Combat Islamophobia. In his post, Head of Communications Duran said: "15 March International Day to Combat Islamophobia is a universal day that highlights the importance attached to tolerance, justice, and the culture of co-existence. Unfortunately, Muslims in different regions of the world face discrimination and hostilities targeting their worship, sacred places, and daily lives. Such actions threaten not only individuals but also social peace and human rights. We know that cultivating a collective conscience against all forms of...

Head of Communications Duran meets members of press for iftar in İstanbul  

Speaking at an iftar dinner held in Istanbul for the İstanbul representatives of media outlets and presidential correspondents, organised by the Presidency’s Directorate of Communications, Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran stated that the holy month of Ramadan is a period for Muslims marked by self-reflection and a rise in acts of worship, and that it is also a time when solidarity and mutual assistance become more visible at the societal level. Head of Communications Duran said, "Unfortunately, during this month, we are also witnessing troubling developments. We live in an age in which oppression has become normalised. The fact...

“We have turned a brand-new page in health”

Speaking at an iftar dinner on the occasion of Doctors’ Day, President Erdoğan said: “We have not only transformed, renewed and strengthened our medical system, but have also, by changing the paradigm and mentality in the provision of services, opened a brand-new page in health that will never close again.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech during an iftar dinner on Doctors’ Day in Istanbul. Source: Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye

“Keeping our country away from this fire hole is our top priority”

Speaking at the 10th National Will Iftar, President Erdoğan said: “Just like last night, we are carrying out necessary preventive activities against every kind of threat that violates our airspace. Türkiye’s thousands-year-old ancient statecraft and our government’s 23-year-old crisis management experience are our biggest guides in analyzing the complicated incidents in our vicinity and giving them appropriate responses. Keeping our country away from this fire hole is our top priority.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made a speech at the 10th National Will Iftar held by the National Will Platform in Istanbul. President Erdoğan...