Türkiye, US seek to deepen economic, strategic ties in high-level talks

Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek meets US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington to boost bilateral trade, investment, and regional cooperation, including in defence and energy.
25 Apr, 2025
Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 strikes Istanbul, no damage reported

The earthquakes in Istanbul) I extend my best wishes to our citizens, and we are closely monitoring the developments, says President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
23 Apr, 2025
Türkiye celebrates National Sovereignty and Children’s Day, marking the founding of Parliament

As the voices of children echo across the land, Türkiye marks the birth of its parliament, where sovereignty was sown and entrusted to future generations.
23 Apr, 2025
Türkiye extends condolences to victims of Kashmir attack

Gunmen opened fire at tourists in Pahalgam, leaving at least 26 people dead.
23 Apr, 2025

Turkish President Erdogan praises Pakistan’s firm stance on Gaza

Turkish president extends Easter wishes to Christians

Turkish foreign minister inaugurates new consulate in Algeria

Turkish FM Fidan meets Hamas delegation to discuss ceasefire in Gaza

Turkish foreign minister to visit Algeria for strategic talks
21 Apr, 2025
Parliament speakers of 13 countries raise their voices against Israel’s offensive on Gaza
Parliament speakers from 13 countries gathered in Istanbul, where they condemned Israel’s ongoing attacks on Gaza, called for urgent international action, and reaffirmed support for Palestine

21 Apr, 2025
Turkish Embassy in Cairo hosts event on Egypt-NATO ties, NATO Contact Point role
On 100th anniversary of Türkiye-Egypt diplomatic ties, Ambassador Salih Mutlu Sen stresses importance of strengthening ties with Cairo, as well as collaborating with Italy to serve as NATO Contact Point in 2025-2026.

21 Apr, 2025
Erdogan: Al Aqsa Mosque is our red line
Turkish President slams Israel’s Gaza offensive, denounces Western silence, and vows continued support for Palestine: “Even if we stand alone, we will defend this cause.”

21 Apr, 2025
Turkish First Lady, UN officials discuss global child protection and Gaza
Emine Erdogan meets the UN special representative in Ankara on violence against children, the UN resident coordinator in Türkiye, and UNICEF’s Türkiye representative.

21 Apr, 2025
West pressures, Türkiye partners: Somali minister on competing diplomacies
In an exclusive interview, Somalia’s State Minister of Foreign Affairs unpacks the country’s evolving alliances — from resisting Western frameworks to embracing Türkiye’s collaborative model — in a shifting African geopolitical landscape.

21 Apr, 2025
Istanbul Airport becomes first in Europe to launch simultaneous triple runway operations
‘This is not only a first for Türkiye, but also for European aviation, and a watershed moment in global aviation. After the US, Türkiye is the only country that has implemented this practice,’ says minister

21 Apr, 2025
Smuggled statue of Marcus Aurelius returns to Türkiye from US after 65 years
Statue snatched in 1960s to remain on display at Cleveland Museum before July return.

21 Apr, 2025
Smuggled statue of Marcus Aurelius returns to Türkiye from US after 65 years
Statue snatched in 1960s to remain on display at Cleveland Museum before July return.

21 Apr, 2025
Türkiye slams Greece’s maritime plan, vows to protect rights in Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean
Turkish Foreign Ministry emphasises that unilateral initiatives should be avoided in closed or semi-closed seas, and recalls that international maritime law promotes cooperation between coastal states.

21 Apr, 2025
‘Women donated earrings’: Türkiye expresses gratitude on Pakistan Day, recalling support after WW1
Pakistani Embassy in Ankara hosts grand reception for the country’s 85th National Day, with stirring speeches from Turkish and Pakistani officials highlighting unity during Turkish independence war and future alliance prospects.




