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Turkish intel ‘neutralizes’ senior PKK/YPG terrorist
The National Intelligence Organization (MİT) has "neutralized" a so-called leader of the PKK/YPG terrorist organization in Syria, who was wanted under the "green category."
Security sources on March 22 revealed that the Turkish intel previously uncovered the terrorist activities and connections of Halil Tekin, code-named Seydo, before the operation in the Qamishli region.
Why NATO’s tolerance of Turkey’s occupation of Cyprus weakens its case on Ukraine
With Ukraine facing a resurgent Russia, NATO leaders have been clear that they do not and "will never recognize Russia's illegal and illegitimate annexations, including Crimea." While Western leaders speak clearly when it comes to Ukraine, their uncompromising positions are unfortunately undermined when NATO remains largely silent over the precedent for Russia's invasion of Ukraine: Turkey's in
Germany reportedly pushing for ‘positive’ EU signal to Turkey
Berlin is seeking to send a "positive signal" to Turkey about its ties with the European Union, with the inclusion of a paragraph to this effect in the conclusions of the ongoing summit in Brussels, Euractiv reported on Thursday.
EU summit weighs EU-Turkey relations amid Cyprus talks
Discussions are ongoing to decide whether EU-Turkey relations will be on the European Council's agenda at the two-day EU summit in Brussels starting Thursday.
Erdogan says all of Cyprus could have been Turkish
In a speech on Monday Turkey's President Erdogan not only defended the Turkish invasion of Cyprus in 1974, but went even further, stating that if Turkish troops hadn't stopped then all of Cyprus would be Turkish today.
Turkish airstrikes destroy 27 PKK targets in northern Iraq
Turkish security forces carried out retaliatory airstrikes destroying 27 PKK targets, including hideouts, caves and shelters in northern Iraq, the Defense Ministry has announced.
Erdogan’s comments on Cyprus a blatant distortion of the historical truth, say sources
Greek diplomatic sources have reacted to remarks made by the Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan regarding Cyprus.
In a speech he delivered to Turkish military personnel at a dinner Monday, Erdogan not only defended the Turkish invasion of Cyprus but went even further by arguing that if Turkish forces had moved further south in 1974, then Cyprus might be all Turkish today.
Opposition demands response to Erdogan’s ‘unconscionable’ Cyprus claims
Greece's main opposition party on Tuesday condemned recent comments by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan concerning Cyprus and called for an official response from Athens.
Shock and confusion as Turkey seizes earthquake survivors’ homes
SAMANDAG, Turkey - Habip Yapar felt lucky that his home in southern Turkey withstood last year's devastating earthquake. Then a text message appeared on his phone in October telling him the government was taking ownership of the apartment.
Erdogan Congratulates Putin on Election Victory Amidst International Controversy
Turkish President Recep Erdogan has joined a chorus of world leaders in congratulating Vladimir Putin on his landslide victory in Russia's presidential election.
Erdoğan congratulates Putin on reelection win
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan congratulated his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on his reelection victory over the weekend.
According to Türkiye's Communications Directorate, Erdoğan expressed his belief in the call that the positive trajectory of Turkish-Russian relations will continue in the coming days.
Erdogan: All Cyprus could have been ours
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a speech he delivered to Turkish military personnel at a dinner Monday, not only defended the Turkish invasion of Cyprus but went even further by arguing that if Turkish forces had moved further south in 1974, then Cyprus might be all Turkish today
More specifically, Erdogan said:
Three allies, two envoys, one conclusion
Turkey and Hungary are both difficult allies of the United States. Both held up NATO's enlargement just when Washington needed the greatest possible coalition against Russia and maximum support for Ukraine. The leaders of both countries have good relations with Vladimir Putin.
Istanbul sets the scene for Turkey’s politics
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is playing all his cards in his effort to retake Istanbul in the municipal elections of March 31. Last Friday, he made a dramatic attempt to pull on the heartstrings of supporters, and of those who have not been persuaded to vote for his party's candidate, suggesting that these would be his "last elections." "I am working nonstop," he said. "For me, this is a finale.
Why local elections could be critical for Turkey’s political future
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.