All News on Politics in Turkey

Why local elections could be critical for Turkey’s political future

Published by Kathimerini on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 03:00

Ayla Jean Yackley, an Istanbul-based journalist covering Turkey with stories in The Financial Times, Politico, and other major outlets, joins Thanos Davelis to look at why we should be paying attention to Turkey's upcoming elections, which could be critical for the country's politics - from the ruling party to the opposition.

Migrant boat sinks off Turkey’s coast, killing at least 20 people

Published by Kathimerini on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 12:31

A rubber dinghy carrying migrants sank off Turkey's northern Aegean coast on Friday, killing at least 20 people, officials said.

Turkish coast guard personnel rescued two migrants from the sea off the town of Eceabat in Canakkale province, while two others were able to reach the shore by themselves, Governor Ilhami Aktas said.

Erdogan calls for pressure on Israel to allow more aid into Gaza

Published by Kathimerini on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 08:13

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday called for increased international pressure on Israel to ensure more humanitarian aid is allowed into Gaza, and said Ankara will increase its support during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Are we seeing a new momentum in US-Turkey ties?

Published by Kathimerini on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 13:37

We've just seen consecutive visits to the US by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin, with both officials discussing a series of issues - from the wars in Gaza and Ukraine to trade and investments - with the White House, the State Department and Congress.

Fast-track visa for Greek islands to start March 30

Published by Hurriyet on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 11:29

A recent meeting of Turkish and Greek deputy foreign ministers in Ankara aimed to reinforce the positive momentum in their diplomatic relations, according to a joint statement issued following the discussions.

Leading the Turkish delegation was Burak Akçapar, while his Greek counterpart, Alexandra Papadopoulou, headed the Greek team.

Turkish, Greek officials hold talks in Ankara amid thaw in ties

Published by Hurriyet on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 05:15

Turkish and Greek diplomats met in Ankara on March 11 for consultations within the framework of ongoing political dialogue meetings between the two countries.

Deputy Foreign Minister Burak Akçapar led the Turkish delegation, while his Greek counterpart, Alexandra Papadopoulou, headed the Greek team.

Greece-Turkey political dialogue: Commitment to build on existing positive atmosphere

Published by Kathimerini on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 17:17

Greece and Turkey reiterated their joint commitment to build on the existing positive atmosphere during a meeting between Greece's Deputy Foreign Minister Alexandra Papadopoulou and her Turkish counterpart Burak Akcapar on Monday in Ankara, as part of the political dialogue between the two countries' foreign ministries.

Türkiye, US resume stalled counterterrorism talks

Published by Hurriyet on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 08:07

Türkiye and the United States have agreed to resume "counterterrorism consultations" and establish a dialogue on defense industry cooperation, according to a joint statement released on March 9 following talks between the country's top diplomats.

Beleri imbroglio freezes prospects of bilateral deals

Published by Kathimerini on Sun, 03/10/2024 - 07:44

Greece's decision to block Albania's EU accession process in the wake of mayor-elect of Himare Fredi Beleri's prosecution and sentencing will inevitably impact Greek plans to reach an agreement on the delimitation of maritime exclusive economic zones that Athens hoped would serve as a blueprint for the more important negotiations with Turkey.

Blinken, Fidan discuss Middle East, Ukraine, trade

Published by Kathimerini on Sat, 03/09/2024 - 21:47

The foreign ministers of the United States and Turkey discussed, in their meeting in Washington Friday, the Middle East, trade and investment issues, the Ukraine and other matters, and welcomed Sweden's accession to NATO as the 32nd member, State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said Saturday.

Miler's full statement follows:

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