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Erdoğan: We Desire a More Pluralistic Turkey with a Freer Press

Erdoğan: We Desire a More Pluralistic Turkey with a Freer Press

President and AKP Chair Erdoğan: “We do not only want a Turkey with a strong economy, defense, trade, infrastructure and diplomacy. We also want a country with a stronger democracy. We desire a more pluralistic Turkey with a freer press.”

Trustee Statement by Erdoğan: There are Several Files Before us

Trustee Statement by Erdoğan: There are Several Files Before us

Answering the questions of journalists on his way back from Russia, Erdoğan has addressed a series of issues including the feminicide of Emine Bulut, the appointment of trustees to three metropolitan municipalities and Syria’s Idlib.

Erdoğan: The Step in East of Euphrates Taken with the US

Erdoğan: The Step in East of Euphrates Taken with the US

President and ruling AKP Chair Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has stated that Turkey and the US have agreed to establish a joint operation center in Syria.

Erdoğan: We will Enter East of Euphrates

Erdoğan: We will Enter East of Euphrates

President and ruling AKP Chair Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has stated, “We entered Afrin, Jarablus and Al-Bab and now we are going to enter east of the Euphrates. We shared it with the US and Russia.”

Kılıçdaroğlu: A President Doesn’t Step on the Soil of His Country With Shoe Covers

Kılıçdaroğlu: A President Doesn’t Step on the Soil of His Country With Shoe Covers

Main opposition CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu has commented on President Erdoğan’s pictures, showing him wearing shoe covers in a field: “To top it all, he had his photo taken with shoe covers. May Allah protect people from hubris.”

Emphasis on ‘Peace Corridor’ in National Security Council Declaration

Emphasis on ‘Peace Corridor’ in National Security Council Declaration

In a declaration released after the National Security Council (MGK) meeting, the works on establishing a “peace corridor” on Turkey-Syria border have been emphasized while no mention has been made of a “safe zone”.

Erdoğan: Interest Rate Cut of Central Bank Not Enough

Erdoğan: Interest Rate Cut of Central Bank Not Enough

Speaking about the purchase of S-400s from Russia, President Erdoğan has stated, “I hope that the US will act with common sense.” Addressing the interest rate cut of Central Bank, he has said that “it needs to continue gradually till the end of the year.”

Erdoğan Accuses Former Allies Poised to Form New Movement of 'Breaking Ummah in Pieces'

Erdoğan Accuses Former Allies Poised to Form New Movement of 'Breaking Ummah in Pieces'

When asked about if he is resentful towards former allies Abdullah Gül, Ali Babacan and Ahmet Davutoğlu, the President replied, "For God's sake, how can you even ask this question?"

Erdoğan: It Will Be Called Seizure If U.S. Doesn’t Deliver F-35s to Turkey

Erdoğan: It Will Be Called Seizure If U.S. Doesn’t Deliver F-35s to Turkey

President and ruling AKP Chair Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has stated that if the U.S. does not deliver the F-35 fighter jets to Turkey although the country has made the necessary payments, it will be called “seizure.”

President Erdoğan: We Heard No Such Thing as Sanctions from Trump

IN THE WAKE OF G20 SUMMIT IN JAPAN

President Erdoğan: We Heard No Such Thing as Sanctions from Trump

Making a statement in the wake of G20 Summit in Japan, President Erdoğan has stated that U.S. President Trump supports Turkey both for S-400s and F-35s and added, “We have heard no such thing as sanctions up until now.”

Mukogawa Women’s University of Japan Awards Honorary Doctorate to Erdoğan

Mukogawa Women’s University of Japan Awards Honorary Doctorate to Erdoğan

Speaking at the honorary doctorate award ceremony of Mukogawa Women’s University, President and AKP Chair Erdoğan has said, “We will continue protecting the oppressed and suffered regardless of their ethnic identities, beliefs, skin colors.”

Assaulted Journalist Yavuz Selim Demirağ to be Imprisoned for Insulting Erdoğan

Assaulted Journalist Yavuz Selim Demirağ to be Imprisoned for Insulting Erdoğan

Journalist Yavuz Selim Demirağ, who was assaulted in front of his house on May 10, will be imprisoned today to serve his 11-month prison term for allegedly insulting the then Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in 2010.

Southern Cyprus Issues Arrest Warrant Against Turkey’s Drill Ship Fatih

Southern Cyprus Issues Arrest Warrant Against Turkey’s Drill Ship Fatih

The administration of Southern Cyprus has issued an arrest warrant against the ones working in Fatih Drill Ship sent to Mediterranean by Turkey and officials of the companies working in cooperation with the Turkish Petroleum Corporation.

Erdoğan: I Think There is a Misunderstanding

YSK RULING ON ELECTION COUNCIL CHAIRS IN İSTANBUL

Erdoğan: I Think There is a Misunderstanding

President Erdoğan has commented on Supreme Election Council’s ruling that the investigated district election council chairs and directors shall be on duty in İstanbul repeat elections: “I think there is a misunderstanding. We appealed to the YSK as a precaution.”

NASA Worker Released from Prison: Only Thing I Want is to Go Back to the US

NASA Worker Released from Prison: Only Thing I Want is to Go Back to the US

NASA worker Serkan Gölge has spoken to Reuters after being released from prison in Turkey: “Unfortunately, I cannot leave the country and go back to the United States. At least, I can say that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.”

President Erdoğan Announces Judicial Reform Strategy

President Erdoğan Announces Judicial Reform Strategy

President and ruling AKP Chair Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has introduced the Judicial Reform Strategy in a statement for the press. The strategy consist of two basic perspectives, nine aims, 63 objectives and 256 activities.

‘What Do You Mean by “Island in Mourning", You Have Ruined it’

FROM NTV ANCHOR HAKSEVER TO ERDOĞAN

‘What Do You Mean by “Island in Mourning", You Have Ruined it’

Visiting the Island of Yassıada, Erdoğan said, “I don’t call it Yassıada, but ‘Yaslı Ada’,” meaning an island in mourning. Not realizing that his microphone was on, Anchor Haksever responded, “What do you mean by island in mourning? You have ruined it.”

Erdoğan - TÜSİAD Debate and Media

OMBUDSPERSON FARUK BİLDİRİCİ COMMENTS

Erdoğan - TÜSİAD Debate and Media

Media ombudsperson Bildirici has penned an article entitled “How has the debate between the President and TÜSİAD been faded out?” and drawn attention to the shortcomings in the news of not only pro-government media but also of the opposition media.

From Erdoğan to Business Association TÜSİAD: I Know How to Call You to Account

From Erdoğan to Business Association TÜSİAD: I Know How to Call You to Account

President Erdoğan has addressed the Turkish Business and Industry Association (TÜSİAD) as follows: “I also know how was your situation 17 years ago. I know your current situation as well. If necessary, I will also reveal them.”

Ekrem İmamoğlu Visits Göknur Damat Who Was Stabbed for Supporting Him

Ekrem İmamoğlu Visits Göknur Damat Who Was Stabbed for Supporting Him

After Göknur Damat, whom President Erdoğan calls “my foster daughter”, announced that she donated 20 Turkish Liras to Ekrem İmamoğlu’s election campaign, she was stabbed by a man on the street. İmamoğlu has paid a visit to Damat today.

President and AKP Chair Erdoğan: Artists Don’t Flatter People of That Kind

President and AKP Chair Erdoğan: Artists Don’t Flatter People of That Kind

Attending the fast-breaking meal at Taksim Square in İstanbul, President and AKP Chair Erdoğan has addressed the artists who supported İstanbul Metropolitan Mayor candidate İmamoğlu: “Artists speak with their art, they do not flatter people of that kind.”

From Erdoğan to CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu: Do You Hide Behind Your Immunity?

From Erdoğan to CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu: Do You Hide Behind Your Immunity?

Addressing main opposition CHP Chair Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, President and AKP Chair Erdoğan has said that “his life is based on lies and smears” and added: “Do you hide behind your immunity? Then, request the abolition of your immunity.”

Erdoğan on Attack Against CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu: CHP Harassed Citizens in Çubuk

Erdoğan on Attack Against CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu: CHP Harassed Citizens in Çubuk

President and ruling AKP Chair Erdoğan has stated that they did not legitimize the attack against main opposition CHP Chair in Çubuk, Ankara, but condemned it and added: “My citizens in Çubuk are already hurt and you will harass them there…”

Erdoğan on Foreign Media: 'They Make Our Economy Look Like Collapsed'

Erdoğan on Foreign Media: 'They Make Our Economy Look Like Collapsed'

President Erdoğan has commented on the local elections the economic situation, saying that the seven elections in five years "imposed a heavy burden on the economy."

Erdoğan: If Elected Mayors Have No Municipal Councils to Lean on, They Cannot Get Budget

Erdoğan: If Elected Mayors Have No Municipal Councils to Lean on, They Cannot Get Budget

Making a statement on local elections, President and AKP Chair Erdoğan has said, “We have the majority in municipal councils in İstanbul and Ankara. If the elected mayor does not have a municipal council to lean on, he or she cannot get budget.”

PM of Australia: Erdoğan’s Remarks Highly Offensive, All Options on the Table

PM of Australia: Erdoğan’s Remarks Highly Offensive, All Options on the Table

Prime Minister of Australia Scott Morrison has responded to the remarks of President Erdoğan, who said, “Your grandparents came, some of them returned in coffins. We will send you back like your grandparents if you come with the same intentions.”

From Erdoğan to Hakkari: We Expect You Say ‘Enough’ to Those Whistling Call to Prayer

From Erdoğan to Hakkari: We Expect You Say ‘Enough’ to Those Whistling Call to Prayer

Speaking in an election rally in Hakkari, President and AKP Chair Erdoğan has stated that there were CHP and HDP behind the women, whom he accused of whistling during the call to prayer in the 17th Feminist Night March in Taksim on March 8.

Erdoğan Said ‘They Whistled Call to Prayer’, Marches of Call to Prayer Held in Taksim

Erdoğan Said ‘They Whistled Call to Prayer’, Marches of Call to Prayer Held in Taksim

After President Erdoğan claimed that “women whistled the call to prayer on March 8”, Grey Wolves gathered in Tepebaşı while another group attempted to march to HDP İstanbul Office, shouting, “May the hands reaching out for call to prayer be broken.”

From Women to Erdoğan: Don’t Distort It, Our Revolt is Against Police Barricade

From Women to Erdoğan: Don’t Distort It, Our Revolt is Against Police Barricade

Women have responded to President Erdoğan, who claimed that women attending the 17th Feminist Night March “whistled to the call to prayer”: “Don’t distort it: Our revolt is against police barricades, against the ones who want to prevent women’s march.”

Erdoğan: This Country Became Green With Us

Erdoğan: This Country Became Green With Us

The President has said, "They raised hell through the lie that we cut trees. If this country is becoming green, it happened with us."

Trump: I Spoke With Erdoğan, Economic Relations Will Be Advanced

Trump: I Spoke With Erdoğan, Economic Relations Will Be Advanced

Trump talked with Erdoğan on the phone after saying “We will devastate Turkey economically if they hit Kurds” in a tweet. Statements from both sides after the talk show that tensions have dropped.

15 January 2019

‘There are Some Making an Effort to Turn Forests into Concrete,' Says Erdoğan

‘There are Some Making an Effort to Turn Forests into Concrete,' Says Erdoğan

AKP Chair and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has spoken at a symposium on local administrations: “That capitalism… It doesn’t care what happens to nature.”