The Presidency's Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun shared a post on his social media account about the meeting he held with press counsellors at the Presidential Complex. In his post, Head of Communications Altun stated: "Today, we convened a productive meeting with the press counsellors of our ministries and institutions at the Presidential Complex. I would like to thank each and every one of my colleagues who effectively and transparently share the activities of our institutions with the media and the public and who make an outstanding contribution to the promotion of our country. We will continue...
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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres during the National Security Council meeting. The call addressed regional and global issues. Noting that the Syrian conflict has reached a new phase that is being managed calmly, President Erdoğan stressed that Türkiye’s greatest desire is for Syria not to experience further instability and civilian casualties. President Erdoğan pointed out that the Syrian regime, at this stage, must urgently engage with its own people for a comprehensive political solution. President Erdoğan added that Türkiye will continue its efforts to...
The National Security Council convened on December 5, 2024, under the chairmanship of the President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. During the meeting; 1. The Council has been briefed on the operations 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 significance of adhering to international law and United Nations Security Council resolutions to put an end to...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with Prime Minister Ünal Üstel of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) at the Presidential Complex. Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz was also present at the meeting. Source: Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with Crown Prince Akishino Fumihito of Japan, who is paying an official visit to Türkiye, at the Presidential Complex. President Erdoğan welcomed Crown Prince Akishino at the gates of the Presidential Complex. After posing for the press in front of the flags of Türkiye and Japan, President Erdoğan and Crown Prince Akishino headed inside for their meeting. President Erdoğan, during their meeting, presented Crown Prince Akishino with a document showing that Ottoman general Pertev Pasha was awarded by Emperor Mutsuhito. The First Family posed for a family photo with...
The Presidency's Head of Communications, Fahrettin Altun, shared a post on his social media account regarding the ongoing conflict and the military status quo in Syria. Head of Communications Altun stated in his post the following: "Both the public and our government closely monitor the ongoing conflict and the military status quo in neighbouring Syria. The significant public interest drives our media to prioritise the unfolding issues at the forefront of the agenda, striving to meet their journalistic responsibilities by providing on-the-ground reporting and delivering the latest information to the public. As the Presidency's Directorate of Communications,...
Head of Communications Altun: "We sincerely hope that the first official visit of the Crown Prince and Crown Princess of the Imperial Family to our country will contribute to the further strengthening of the deep-rooted ties of friendship and solidarity between Türkiye and Japan." Presidency's Head of Communications Fahrettin Altun shared a post on his social media account that Crown Prince Fumihito and Crown Princess Kiko of Japan paid an official visit to Türkiye on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Türkiye and Japan. Stating that during their visit till...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan congratulated the December 3 International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a post on his social media account. In his post, President Erdoğan said: "I congratulate all our brothers and sisters with disabilities around the world on December 3 International Day of Persons with Disabilities. I extend my love and affection to all our citizens with disabilities who uplift our country and set an example to all of us with their perseverance and determination."
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The call addressed the Türkiye-Russia relations, the recent developments in Syria, and global and regional matters. Stating that Türkiye is working for a fair and lasting solution in Syria while also continuing to support Syria’s territorial integrity, President Erdoğan highlighted the importance of making more room for diplomacy in the region, and underscored that the Syrian regime should engage in the political solution process. Noting that avoiding harm to civilians is the most important issue in the context of the latest developments...