Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

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Erdoğan: No European Country Can Afford to Remain Indifferent to Syria

Erdoğan: No European Country Can Afford to Remain Indifferent to Syria

Speaking at a joint press conference following his meeting with NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg in Brussels, President Erdoğan has said, “No European country can afford to remain indifferent to the conflicts and the humanitarian tragedy in Syria.”

Turkey, Russia Agree on Idlib Ceasefire Starting Midnight

Turkey, Russia Agree on Idlib Ceasefire Starting Midnight

The agreement urges to "cease all military actions along the line of contact in the Idlib de-escalation area starting from 00:01 of March 6, 2020."

UN Syria Envoy Urges Putin, Erdoğan to 'Find a Diplomatic Solution'

UN Syria Envoy Urges Putin, Erdoğan to 'Find a Diplomatic Solution'

The envoy's statement came ahead of today's meeting between the two presidents.

Erdoğan Heading to Moscow to 'Quickly Ensure Ceasefire'

Erdoğan Heading to Moscow to 'Quickly Ensure Ceasefire'

Ankara announced a week ago that it started a military operation into Idlib, northwestern Syria.

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.”

Death Toll Increases to Three in Idlib, Erdoğan Has Announced

Death Toll Increases to Three in Idlib, Erdoğan Has Announced

Speaking at the inaugural lecture of “AKP Academy of Politics”, President and ruling AKP Chair Erdoğan has announced that the number of soldiers who lost their lives in Idlib has increased to three.

27 February 2020

Erdoğan Bans Electronic Cigarette Imports

Erdoğan Bans Electronic Cigarette Imports

Imports of electronic cigarettes and all related products have been banned according to a Presidential Decree.

25 February 2020

President Erdoğan on Gezi Trial: They Attempt to Acquit Him with a Maneuver

President Erdoğan on Gezi Trial: They Attempt to Acquit Him with a Maneuver

Speaking at the weekly group meeting of his party, President and AKP Chair has commented on the verdicts of acquittal in Gezi trial: “The person that you know stirred up trouble at Gezi was behind bars, they attempted to acquit him with a maneuver.”

19 February 2020

Suit for Damages Against CHP Chair: President Erdoğan Requests 500 Thousand Lira

Suit for Damages Against CHP Chair: President Erdoğan Requests 500 Thousand Lira

President and ruling AKP Chair Erdoğan has requested 500 thousand lira from main opposition CHP Chair Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu in non-pecuniary damages over his speech at the CHP weekly group meeting at the Parliament.

13 February 2020

Erdoğan: If Any Harm Comes to Our Troops, We will Hit Regime Forces Anywhere

Erdoğan: If Any Harm Comes to Our Troops, We will Hit Regime Forces Anywhere

Speaking at the weekly group meeting of his party, President and ruling AKP Chair Erdoğan has said, “We will not wait for the outcome of those endless meetings and will take steps to do whatever we need to do right now.”

12 February 2020

Erdoğan: We Now Have a Totally New Turkey That Doesn’t Otherize its Artists

Erdoğan: We Now Have a Totally New Turkey That Doesn’t Otherize its Artists

Reminding his audience that “Turkey used to be a country banning music pieces and books”, President and ruling AKP Chair Erdoğan has said, “We now have a totally new Turkey that does not otherize its artists.”

11 February 2020

Erdoğan: Social Media Has Become a Garbage Dump

Erdoğan: Social Media Has Become a Garbage Dump

"We will never surrender to such a virtual world," the President has remarked in the opening ceremony of a national agency against cyber attacks.

10 February 2020

Erdoğan: If Syrian Regime Doesn't Withdraw, Turkey will Make This Happen

Erdoğan: If Syrian Regime Doesn't Withdraw, Turkey will Make This Happen

The Syrian army must fall back from Turkey's observation posts in northwestern Syria this month or Turkey will force the issue, the President has warned.

5 February 2020

Erdoğan: There is No Need for Conflict with Russia

Erdoğan: There is No Need for Conflict with Russia

Turkey will keep its military observations in Idlib despite an attack by the Syrian army because they "play a vital role," the President has said.

5 February 2020

İYİ Party Chair Akşener: We Give Military Aid, Become a Military Target

İYİ Party Chair Akşener: We Give Military Aid, Become a Military Target

İYİ Party Chair Akşener has said, “It was said that Turkey would give Ukraine 200 million lira in aid. The same night, Syrian army controlled by Russia targeted Turkish soldiers. The game of chess here is clear: We give military aid, become a military target.”

4 February 2020

Erdoğan: We are Determined to Continue Our Operations in Syria

Erdoğan: We are Determined to Continue Our Operations in Syria

Addressing reporters at Atatürk Airport before leaving İstanbul for Ukraine, President Erdoğan has said, “We are determined to continue our operations for the security of our country, people and our brothers and sisters in Idlib.”

3 February 2020

Erdoğan: Turkey will Never Recognize Trump's Palestine Plan

Erdoğan: Turkey will Never Recognize Trump's Palestine Plan

"Leaving Jerusalem entirely in Israel's bloody claws will be the greatest evil for all humanity," the President has remarked.

31 January 2020

From Zeynep Altıok to Erdoğan: There are Hundreds of Ill Prisoners

COMMUTATION GRANTED TO SİVAS MASSACRE CONVICT

From Zeynep Altıok to Erdoğan: There are Hundreds of Ill Prisoners

With the commutation granted by Erdoğan, 86-year-old convict of Sivas Massacre will not serve rest of his aggravated life sentence behind bars. "Can Erdoğan do the same thing for other ill inmates?”, asks Altıok, who lost her father in Madımak.

31 January 2020 Hikmet Adal

Erdoğan: Leaving Jerusalem to Israel Unacceptable

Erdoğan: Leaving Jerusalem to Israel Unacceptable

The President has slammed Donald Trump's so-called Middle East peace plan ignores Palestinians' rights and attempts to legitimize Israel's occupation.

29 January 2020

Chancellor Merkel in Turkey: Curiosity Needs Freedom

Chancellor Merkel in Turkey: Curiosity Needs Freedom

Addressing the audience in the inauguration ceremony of Turkish-German University, Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel has quoted from Albert Einstein: “Curiosity is a delicate little plant that, aside from stimulation, stands mainly in need of freedom.”

24 January 2020

Erdoğan: Putschist Haftar Ran Away

Erdoğan: Putschist Haftar Ran Away

The President has lashed out at Libya's General Haftar, who left Moscow today without signing a ceasefire agreement with the Turkey-backed Tripoli government.

14 January 2020

President of European Council Michel Meets President Erdoğan

President of European Council Michel Meets President Erdoğan

President of European Council Michel has met President Erdoğan in İstanbul. “The EU acknowledges the strain that hosting up to four million refugees has on the country”, says a press release shared after the meeting.

13 January 2020

Erdoğan, Putin Launch TurkStream: 'We will Implement Many More Mutual Projects'

Erdoğan, Putin Launch TurkStream: 'We will Implement Many More Mutual Projects'

The TurkStream natural gas pipeline, the construction of which started in 2017, has been launched with a ceremony in İstanbul.

Former Deputy PM Babacan: Interest Paid by State Rises by 144 Percent in 3 Years

Former Deputy PM Babacan: Interest Paid by State Rises by 144 Percent in 3 Years

Having resigned from the ruling AKP, former Deputy Prime Minister and a founding member of the party Ali Babacan has responded to President and AKP Chair Erdoğan’s reference to him as “always in favor of interest.”

Erdoğan Says Turkey to Have 'Combatant Groups' in Libya Other Than Its Soldiers

Erdoğan Says Turkey to Have 'Combatant Groups' in Libya Other Than Its Soldiers

The President has made remarks on Turkey's move to send troops to Libya and the US assassination of Iran's Qassem Soleimani.

Erdoğan: 250 Thousand Refugees Heading to Turkey

Erdoğan: 250 Thousand Refugees Heading to Turkey

The President has accused the western countries of applying "double standards" in matters such as refugees and "the struggle against terrorism."

Troops to Libya: Turkey will 'Foil Projects,' Says Erdoğan

Troops to Libya: Turkey will 'Foil Projects,' Says Erdoğan

A motion on sending troops to Libya upon a bilateral agreement was submitted to the parliament yesterday.

31 December 2019

New Year Message by President Erdoğan: We will Implement Canal İstanbul Project

New Year Message by President Erdoğan: We will Implement Canal İstanbul Project

In his new year message, President Erdoğan has stated, “We will, step by step, develop and, definitely, implement the Canal Istanbul Project, which will immensely contribute to our country in economic and strategic respects.”

31 December 2019

İstanbul Mayor Says He Can Convince Erdoğan not to Build Canal İstanbul

İstanbul Mayor Says He Can Convince Erdoğan not to Build Canal İstanbul

The President yesterday urged İmamoğlu to abide by the government's decision, otherwise, he will be held accountable.

27 December 2019

Erdoğan: Turkey to Send Troops to Libya

Erdoğan: Turkey to Send Troops to Libya

Turkey will accept the invitation of the UN-recognized government of Libya and a motion for sending troops to the country will be submitted to the parliament as soon as it reopens, the President has announced.

26 December 2019

Erdoğan: 80,000 People Migrating from Syria’s Idlib to Turkey

Erdoğan: 80,000 People Migrating from Syria’s Idlib to Turkey

President and ruling AKP Chair Erdoğan has stated that 80 thousand people are migrating from Syria’s Idlib towards the border of Turkey. “In such a case, Turkey will not bear the burden of this migration all alone”, Erdoğan has said.

23 December 2019

State-Owned Ziraat Bank Drops Application to Buy Bakery Chain After Erdoğan's Remarks

State-Owned Ziraat Bank Drops Application to Buy Bakery Chain After Erdoğan's Remarks

The bank had applied to buy the majority stake of the Simit Sarayı, a Turkey-based international bakery chain.

19 December 2019