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Statement regarding US aircraft arriving at Incirlik

The US Air Force B-1B Lancers arrived at İncirlik Air Base on Tuesday, October 31, for a "hot-pit refuel" as part of a long-planned task force training mission, which has nothing to do with the conflicts in the region.  In his statement regarding the refuel, 9th EBS commander, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Ryan Stillwell said, "The teamwork with our Turkish Air Force partners showcased the interoperability and professionalism of NATO aviators."

President Erdoğan receives Libya’s High State Council Chairman Takala

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Chairman of the High Council of State of Libya Mohamed Takala at the Presidential Complex. Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (GNAT) Numan Kurtulmuş was also present at the meeting. https://tccb.gov.tr/en/news/542/149999/president-erdogan-receives-libya-s-high-state-council-chairman-takala-

“The Western world has once again failed the test of humanity in Gaza”

Holding a press conference following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting, President Erdoğan said: “As was the case yesterday, Türkiye continues to stand with its Palestinian brothers and sisters today as well, doing unconditionally what this requires. However, the Western world, particularly European countries, has once again failed the test of humanity in Gaza. Look, children have been dying, women have been dying, and hospitals have been being bombarded for exactly 25 days.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a press conference following the Presidential Cabinet Meeting at the Presidential Complex. Making remarks on the issues addressed during the Cabinet Meeting,...

“We have provided all our people with first-class healthcare services”

Speaking at the opening ceremony of KeyVac Vaccine Production Center, President Erdoğan said: “What happened during the coronavirus pandemic showed us the critical importance of vaccine production capacity. Türkiye managed this process much more successfully than many countries in the world as a result of the determined and effective steps taken by our government. Thanks to our strong infrastructure and inclusive social security system, we have provided all our people with first-class healthcare services.” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of KeyVac Vaccine Production Center. “KeyVac WILL PLAY A PIONEERING ROLE” Stating...

“The Republic of Türkiye is 100 Years Old: From Deep-Rooted Past To Strong Future”

Following is the article penned by Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun for the British newspaper Daily Express, also published in the Russian Interfax Agency: The Republic of Türkiye, founded at the turn of the twentieth century with an unprecedented war of independence, is marking its 100th anniversary. The Republic was founded on national sovereignty as a result of the War of Independence, which was won with the nation's determination and resolve. The fact that Türkiye has survived in unity and solidarity in its immediate geography, where instability and conflict have been acutely felt over the last century,...

Director of Communications Altun’s post on “100th anniversary of Republic”

Presidency's Director of Communications Fahrettin Altun shared a post about the 100th anniversary of the Republic on his social media account. In his post, Director of Communications Altun recalled that the jubilance of the centenary celebration of the Republic was witnessed in the air, on land, and at sea last night. Director of Communications Altun stated that the acrobatic performances by Turkish Stars and SOLOTÜRK, the strong navy that appeared in the Bosphorus, and the digital towers in the squares with domestic and national inventory all represented the enthusiasm in people's hearts, adding: "We reflected the joy of...

Director of Communications Altun’s article “From Independence to the Future: Century of Türkiye” is in Chinese media

The article "From Independence to the Future: Century of Türkiye" penned by Presidency's Director of Communications, Prof. Fahrettin Altun, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Republic, was published in Chinese. The Chinese translation of the Director of Communications Altun's article appeared on Sina and Sohu online news platforms, which have a broad audience in China. Director of Communications Altun's article titled "From Independence to the Future: Century of Türkiye" received a lot of interaction. In the article, Director of Communications Altun evaluated that "The Republic of Türkiye, the third-greatest nation established with the spirit...

World-wide congratulations pour in for 100th anniversary of Republic

World leaders sent messages of congratulations on the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye's founding. While world leaders from Europe to Asia sent messages of congratulations for the Republic's 100th anniversary, important buildings in some countries were illuminated in the colours of the Turkish flag. ALBANIA President Bajram Begaj of Albania, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye and the 100th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Türkiye and Albania, said on the X social media platform, "Warmest congratulations to Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the Turkish people....

President Erdoğan: “The founding purpose of the Republic is, as Ghazi Mustafa Kemal himself stated, to be the ‘protector of the unprotected’”

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan shared a post on his social media account on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Republic.  In his post, President Erdoğan stated: "Today, just as Ghazi wished, the Republic of Türkiye is a country that 'protects the unprotected' in its region and in the world. #TürkiyeYüzyılı (#CenturyofTürkiye) From the Balkans to the Caucasus, from Karabakh to Africa, and from Turkestan to Palestine, wherever oppressed, victimised, and destitute people are weeping, it is Türkiye that rushes to their aid, holds their hands, lifts them up,...