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Defense chiefs of Turkey, Ukraine discuss grain deal

Defense chiefs of Turkey, Ukraine discuss grain deal

The deal enabled the export of over 28 million tons of grain and foodstuffs from Ukraine's Black Sea ports.

About 60,000 refugees returned to Syria after Turkey quakes, says minister

About 60,000 refugees returned to Syria after Turkey quakes, says minister

The defense minister refuted the allegations that there was a new refugee influx from syria to Turkey after the February earthquakes.

Akar: Greece escalating tensions with Türkiye to cover up internal troubles

Akar: Greece escalating tensions with Türkiye to cover up internal troubles

"They get up every morning and make sure to throw something out and do their best to create tension," said the defense minister.

Defense ministers of Türkiye, Syria, Russia meet in Moscow

Defense ministers of Türkiye, Syria, Russia meet in Moscow

The highest-level meeting between Türkiye and Syria in over a decade comes amid Ankara's efforts to normalize relations with Damascus and launch a new ground offensive into the Kurdish-controlled regions in northern Syria.

29 December 2022

Defense ministers of Türkiye, Finland discuss NATO membership

Defense ministers of Türkiye, Finland discuss NATO membership

Akar said Ankara expects more "concrete steps" in terms of preventing the PKK's activities in Finland while Kaikkonen said they were considering lifting restrictions on arms sales to Türkiye.

9 December 2022

Pentagon 'strongly opposes' new Syria operation by Türkiye

Pentagon 'strongly opposes' new Syria operation by Türkiye

Lloyd J. Austin and Hulusi Akar had a phone call over the İstanbul bomb attack and the recent military escalation in northern Syria.

1 December 2022

Pentagon delegation arrives in Ankara to hold talks

Pentagon delegation arrives in Ankara to hold talks

The Türkiye-US High Level Defense Group convened at the Ministry of National Defense, following last year's meeting at the Pentagon.

7 November 2022

Israel's defense minister meets Akar, Erdoğan in Ankara

Israel's defense minister meets Akar, Erdoğan in Ankara

Both ministers underlined the importance of Türkiye and Israel's efforts to mend bilateral relationships.

27 October 2022

Three more ships to set off from Ukraine as part of grain deal

Three more ships to set off from Ukraine as part of grain deal

The first ship that left Ukraine since the beginning of Russia's invasion got clearance from the İstanbul coordination center yesterday.

Ukraine grain deal: First ship sets off from Odessa

Ukraine grain deal: First ship sets off from Odessa

The vessel is expected to anchor off in İstanbul tomorrow for inspections before heading to Lebanon, according to Minister Akar.

Turkey, US continue F-16 negotiations despite US House legislation, says minister

Turkey, US continue F-16 negotiations despite US House legislation, says minister

There should be no such conditions like 'I will give you this, but you will not do that'," Turkey's defense minister has said.

Defense ministers of Turkey, Russia discuss civilian evacuations in Ukraine

Defense ministers of Turkey, Russia discuss civilian evacuations in Ukraine

Minister Akar underlined the importance of reaching a cease-fire, the ministry has said.

Turkey continues 'telephone diplomacy' with Russia, Ukraine

Turkey continues 'telephone diplomacy' with Russia, Ukraine

Ministers of foreign affairs and defense talked over the phone with their counterparts from Ukraine and Russia, respectively.

28 February 2022

Russia-Ukraine tensions: Turkey to continue to abide by Montreux Convention, says defense minister

Russia-Ukraine tensions: Turkey to continue to abide by Montreux Convention, says defense minister

Akar has warned against "uncontrolled escalation" between Moscow and Kyiv.

1 February 2022

Defense chiefs of Turkey, US discuss Ankara's planned takeover of Kabul Airport

Defense chiefs of Turkey, US discuss Ankara's planned takeover of Kabul Airport

President Erdoğan and his US counterpart Biden agreed last month that Turkey would assume control of the airport as the US withdraws from Afghanistan.

Turkey doesn't need to send new soldiers to Afghanistan, says defense minister

Turkey doesn't need to send new soldiers to Afghanistan, says defense minister

As the US is pulling out of Afghanistan, Turkey has agreed to protect Kabul Airport.

Suspicious death of soldier on Parliamentary agenda

BY HDP MP KAYA

Suspicious death of soldier on Parliamentary agenda

HDP İstanbul MP Hüda Kaya has addressed a Parliamentary question to Minister of National Defense Akar, asking him a series of questions about the death of Caner Sarmaşık, who allegedly committed suicide during his mandatory military service.

Turkey's defense minister presses Baghdad, Erbil for cooperation against PKK

Turkey's defense minister presses Baghdad, Erbil for cooperation against PKK

After meeting senior Iraqi and KRG officials, Minister Akar has said they have agreed on many issues, including "removing the PKK from Shingal."

21 January 2021

Main opposition MP to pay damages to Minister of Defense for 'insult'

Main opposition MP to pay damages to Minister of Defense for 'insult'

President Erdoğan had said that MP Özel should be sued and pay compensation for his remarks against the minister.

3 December 2020

Defense minister says Turkey to use S-400s, open to address US concerns

Defense minister says Turkey to use S-400s, open to address US concerns

The two countries can set up a joint working group on the compatibility of the S-400 system and F-35 stealth fighter jets, according to Minister Akar.

12 November 2020

Columnist Yılmaz Özdil handed prison sentence for insulting defense minister

Columnist Yılmaz Özdil handed prison sentence for insulting defense minister

Özdil had said, "I wouldn't even go out with Hulusi Akar, let alone going into war."

12 November 2020

Suspicious Death of Soldier on Parliamentary Agenda

Suspicious Death of Soldier on Parliamentary Agenda

Addressing a Parliamentary question to Minister of National Defense Akar, HDP Van MP Orhan has asked about the death of Ahmet Türeli, who allegedly committed suicide while doing his military service in Turkey’s eastern province of Van.

What Happened in Idlib in the Last Two Days?

What Happened in Idlib in the Last Two Days?

Following Turkey’s downing of two aircraft of Syrian army, the airspace over Idlib has been shut down. While Russia's Defense Ministry says that it cannot guarantee the security of Turkey’s aircraft, Putin says “they do not plan to go to war with anyone.”

Defense Minister Says Turkey's Operations Continue in Idlib Despite Attack on Soldiers

Defense Minister Says Turkey's Operations Continue in Idlib Despite Attack on Soldiers

"This attack occurred even though the locations of our troops had been coordinated with Russian officials in the field," Minister Akar has said.

28 February 2020

Defense Minister: Turkey to 'Control the Field' in Idlib

Defense Minister: Turkey to 'Control the Field' in Idlib

Turkey has recently sent large reinforcements to Syria's Idlib, including tanks, heavy weapons and commando troops.

13 February 2020

Defense Minister: Turkey at the Center of NATO

Defense Minister: Turkey at the Center of NATO

Turkey's bilateral relations with other countries are not an alternative to its ties with NATO and EU, Minister of Defense Akar has told a forum in Qatar.

16 December 2019

Defense Minister: Turkey to Exercise Right to Self Defense in Idlib

Defense Minister: Turkey to Exercise Right to Self Defense in Idlib

Defense Minister Akar has refuted the reports on attacks against Turkey's military posts in Syria's Idlib, said they will "exercise their right to self-defense" in case of an attack.

Minister of Defense Akar Files Criminal Complaint Against CHP Group Deputy Chair Özel

Minister of Defense Akar Files Criminal Complaint Against CHP Group Deputy Chair Özel

Minister of National Defense Hulusi Akar has filed a criminal complaint against CHP Group Deputy Chairperson and CHP MP Özgür Özel on the ground that Özel insulted him. He has also suited for non-pecuniary damages of 500 thousand Turkish Lira.

26 December 2018

Bahçeli: We Wait for Reasonable Explanation for Explosion in Hakkari

Bahçeli: We Wait for Reasonable Explanation for Explosion in Hakkari

Addressing the explosion of ammunition that took place in Hakkari and claimed the lives seven soldiers, MHP Chair Bahçeli has said, “If there was any negligence in the explosion, the responsible parties have to be severely punished.

13 November 2018