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Foreign Ministry statement on ‘push-backs of asylum seekers by Greece’

TURKEY-GREECE RELATIONS

Foreign Ministry statement on ‘push-backs of asylum seekers by Greece’

“We call on the Government of Greece and all sides involved to bring an end to this practice, as well as inhumane treatments and human rights violations, which are prohibited by international law, the EU Law and the 18 March Statement,” says Turkey.

After Erdoğan's rebuke, Blinken says PKK responsible for killings of Turkey's security personnel

After Erdoğan's rebuke, Blinken says PKK responsible for killings of Turkey's security personnel

The president lashed out at the US after it initially said it condemned the killings of captured security personnel in Iraq "if the reports were confirmed."

16 February 2021

Turkey condemns the coup in Myanmar, urging citizens to stay indoors

Turkey condemns the coup in Myanmar, urging citizens to stay indoors

Turkey’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the coup staged by the military in Myanmar earlier today. Turkey’s embassy in the country has also urged the citizens to stay indoors and avoid travel unless necessary.

1 February 2021

Foreign Ministry: Turkey to 'harshly' react to France's ban on 'Grey Wolves' group

Foreign Ministry: Turkey to 'harshly' react to France's ban on 'Grey Wolves' group

The group has been banned after a monument for Armenian Genocide was defaced with "Grey Wolves" and "RTE" slogans.

5 November 2020

Turkey condemns knife attack in France

Turkey condemns knife attack in France

In a statement condemning the knife attack that has claimed the lives of three people in Nice, Turkey's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said, "There can be no reason to excuse the killing of a human being and justify violence."

29 October 2020

Turkey calls on France to ‘take action’ against Charlie Hebdo cartoon

Turkey calls on France to ‘take action’ against Charlie Hebdo cartoon

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned the Charge D’affaires of France over the satirical magazine’s cartoon of Erdoğan, expressing Turkey’s expectation from the country “to take action against drawings exceeding limits of freedom of expression.”

29 October 2020

Turkey says Greece’s statement on seismic research activities is ‘groundless’

EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

Turkey says Greece’s statement on seismic research activities is ‘groundless’

Turkey’s Foreign Ministry has dismissed Greece’s claims that Oruç Reis vessel has been conducting seismic research activities in its continental shelf. Turkey has recently extended the Navtex for the vessel until November 4.

26 October 2020

Greece says ‘Turkey kept its FM’s airplane in air for 20 minutes’

Greece says ‘Turkey kept its FM’s airplane in air for 20 minutes’

Addressing the allegations in a press release, Turkey’s Foreign Ministry has stated, “The news alleging that the aircraft of Minister Dendias was kept on hold before entering Turkish airspace are intentionally misleading and are not accurate.”

15 October 2020

European Commission: There is serious backsliding of rights and freedoms in Turkey

TURKEY SLAMS THE REPORT

European Commission: There is serious backsliding of rights and freedoms in Turkey

The Commission’s “Turkey 2020 Report” has noted that “under the conditions of the Presidential system, the serious backsliding of the respect for democratic standards, rule of law, and fundamental freedoms continued.” Turkey has slammed the report.

Turkey will support Azerbaijan if it wants to solve Karabakh dispute 'on the ground,' says Minister

Turkey will support Azerbaijan if it wants to solve Karabakh dispute 'on the ground,' says Minister

"Diplomacy hasn't worked for 30 years" to solve the dispute between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Minister of Foreign Affairs Çavuşoğlu has remarked.

30 September 2020

Turkey summons Greece's envoy over newspaper headline about Erdoğan

EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN ROUND-UP

Turkey summons Greece's envoy over newspaper headline about Erdoğan

Defense Minister Akar gave an interview to the UK's Channel 4 News, Turkey issued a new Navtex alert for exploration activities near Cyprus.

18 September 2020

Turkey says it is ‘ready to enter into dialogue with Greece’

EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN

Turkey says it is ‘ready to enter into dialogue with Greece’

In a statement released b Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it is indicated, “Turkey is ready to enter into dialogue with Greece without any preconditions, in order to find lasting, fair and equitable solutions to all outstanding issues between Turkey and Greece.”

4 September 2020

Turkey says US lifting arms embargo on Southern Cyprus ‘poisons peace, stability’

Turkey says US lifting arms embargo on Southern Cyprus ‘poisons peace, stability’

In a written statement, Turkey’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the US to reconsider its decision, saying, “Otherwise, Turkey, as a guarantor country, will take the necessary decisive counter steps to guarantee the security of the Turkish Cypriot people.”

2 September 2020

Foreign Minister: If armament exceeds limits on Meis island, Greece will be the loser

Foreign Minister: If armament exceeds limits on Meis island, Greece will be the loser

Çavuşoğlu has made remarks on the Eastern Mediterranean crisis and developments in Libya.

1 September 2020

Turkey says US statement on Hamas leaders' visit 'crossed the line'

Turkey says US statement on Hamas leaders' visit 'crossed the line'

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has responded to the US statement on Hamas leaders’ visit to Turkey. Indicating that “Hamas is a democratically elected element in Gaza,” the statement has “fully rejected” the US condemnation.

Germany's Foreign Minister to visit Turkey to discuss Eastern Medierranean issue

Germany's Foreign Minister to visit Turkey to discuss Eastern Medierranean issue

Berlin's efforts previously led Turkey to briefly suspend its hydrocarbon exploration activities in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Foreign Minister: Turkey will respond to any harassment of its drillship

Foreign Minister: Turkey will respond to any harassment of its drillship

As the European Union foreign ministers have met to discuss the Eastern Mediterranean crisis, Minister Çavuşoğlu has spoken at a press conference with his counterpart from Switzerland.

Turkey accuses UAE of 'betrayal to Palestinian cause' after deal with Israel

Turkey accuses UAE of 'betrayal to Palestinian cause' after deal with Israel

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has released a statement after Israel and the UAE agreed to normalize relations.

Foreign Minister sends letters to EU counterparts ahead of meeting

Foreign Minister sends letters to EU counterparts ahead of meeting

EU foreign ministers will discuss the Eastern Mediterranean issue in an extraordinary meeting.

Turkey says Greece-Egypt maritime border deal 'null and void'

Turkey says Greece-Egypt maritime border deal 'null and void'

The demarcated area is located on Turkey's continental shelf, as reported to the UN, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said.

Turkey denounces US firm's oil deal with SDF

Turkey denounces US firm's oil deal with SDF

An oil firm has reportedly signed a deal with the SDF for oil extraction and improvement of oil fields in eastern and northeastern Syria.

Turkey says US statement on Osman Kavala ‘conflicts with principle of rule of law’

Turkey says US statement on Osman Kavala ‘conflicts with principle of rule of law’

Spokesperson for Turkey’s Foreign Ministry Hami Aksoy has responded to US Department of State’s call on Turkey to release businessperson and rights defender Kavala: “Everyone has to respect this process conducted by independent courts.”

Foreign Minister: Greece must accept that İstanbul was conquered in 1453

HAGIA SOPHIA'S CONVERSION

Foreign Minister: Greece must accept that İstanbul was conquered in 1453

During a joint press conference with his counterpart from Spain, Minister Çavuşoğlu said that the conversion of the monument into a mosque was Turkey's internal matter.

Libya round-up: GNA's conditions must be met for a ceasefire, says Turkey's foreign minister

Libya round-up: GNA's conditions must be met for a ceasefire, says Turkey's foreign minister

The UN and the US warn against "unprecedented levels of foreign interference" in the Libya conflict, Turkey says it will continue to support the Sarraj government, Russia accuses the US of hindering efforts for a political solution.

Pompeo urges Turkey ‘to keep Hagia Sophia as a museum’, Turkey slams his remarks

Pompeo urges Turkey ‘to keep Hagia Sophia as a museum’, Turkey slams his remarks

Ahead of Council of State’s decision on whether Hagia Sophia shall be retained as a museum or converted back into a mosque, US Secretary of State has urged Turkey to keep it as a museum. Turkey’s Foreign Ministry has slammed the statement.

‘Kurdish-Turkish conflict’ in Vienna: Ambassadors summoned

‘Kurdish-Turkish conflict’ in Vienna: Ambassadors summoned

The clashes on the streets of Vienna last week have caused a new crisis between Turkey and Austria. In a written statement, Turkey’s Foreign Ministry has condemned “the harsh intervention of Austrian security forces against young people of Turkish origin.”

'It's Macron who is playing a dangerous game in Libya,' says Turkey's foreign minister

'It's Macron who is playing a dangerous game in Libya,' says Turkey's foreign minister

"The balance has been achieved thanks to us. As the legitimate government started to achieve dominance, even the countries earlier standing in the middle gradually started to side with the legitimate government," Çavuşoğlu has asserted.

Foreign Ministry: Refugee Wave to Europe will Continue if Situation in Idlib Doesn't Change

Foreign Ministry: Refugee Wave to Europe will Continue if Situation in Idlib Doesn't Change

Turkey's government says it will no longer try to stop refugees from reaching Europe through land and sea.

28 February 2020

Macron: Turkey Sends Mercenaries to Libya, Turkey: Unrealistic Claims

Macron: Turkey Sends Mercenaries to Libya, Turkey: Unrealistic Claims

President of France Emmanuel Macron has stated that “Turkey is sending mercenaries and warships to Libya.” The Foreign Ministry of Turkey has denounced the statement, referring to his remarks as “unrealistic claims.”

30 January 2020

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Palestine Cannot be Bought off

TURKEY ON ‘DEAL OF THE CENTURY’

Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Palestine Cannot be Bought off

In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey, the Middle East Peace Plan of the US, also called “Deal of the Century” by Trump, has been denounced as “an annexation plan aiming to seize the Palestinian territories.”

29 January 2020

Turkey 'Gravely Concerned' over Assassination of Iran's General Soleimani

Turkey 'Gravely Concerned' over Assassination of Iran's General Soleimani

The Foreign Ministry has made a statement on the US drone strike that killed Iran's General Soleimani.

Briefed by Minister Çavuşoğlu, CHP Says ‘Turkey Should Prioritize Diplomacy in Libya’

Briefed by Minister Çavuşoğlu, CHP Says ‘Turkey Should Prioritize Diplomacy in Libya’

Minister of Foreign Affairs Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu has briefed main opposition CHP about a possible military deployment in Libya. CHP has emphasized that “instead of being a party to a proxy war, Turkey should prioritize diplomacy in Libya.”

30 December 2019

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