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AKP to hold October workshop on new charter draft
The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) will convene a workshop in October as part of its efforts to draft a new constitution, deputy leader Hayati Yazıcı told state-run Anadolu Agency on Aug. 19.
The workshop will involve experts and academics specializing in law, public administration, political science and sociology, with the aim of gathering diverse opinions.
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Parliamentary session on jailed ex-MP erupts in violence
A special parliamentary session to address the status of jailed former deputy Can Atalay ended in chaos on Aug. 16, with a brawl breaking out that left several lawmakers injured.
The session, held despite parliament being in recess, was convened after the Constitutional Court declared that the annulment of Atalay's parliamentary status was invalid.
CHP applies to top court to annul law on stray dogs
The main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) has appealed to the Constitutional Court for the annulment of a law regarding the handling of stray dogs.
"We have submitted our 183-page appeal to the high court after meticulous work with all the relevant parties, including civil society," CHP deputy leader Gökhan Günaydın said on Aug. 15 after he submitted the appeal.
Erdoğan hails AKP as 'hope of nation' on 23rd anniversary
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan marked the 23rd anniversary of his ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) on Aug. 14 with a pledge to continue delivering high-quality services, as he dubbed his party "hope of the nation."
Turkish parliament adjourns until October
The Turkish parliament has adjourned until Oct. 1 following the approval of a contentious bill regulating the handling of stray dogs.
The bill, which has sparked months of heated debates and protests, was endorsed after 28 hours of deliberation over two days.
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Metin Feyzioğlu appointed new ambassador to Prague
Metin Feyzioğlu has been appointed as Türkiye's new ambassador to Prague, diplomatic sources confirmed on July 27.
Feyzioğlu, who was previously serving as ambassador to the northern part of Nicosia, the capital of the divided island of Cyprus, will be replaced by Deputy Foreign Minister Yasin Ekrem Serim.
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Türkiye says Mideast policy based on national interests
Türkiye has reiterated that it follows a principled stance in pursuing foreign policy regarding the Middle East and underlined once again that it won't hesitate to take necessary measures to counter the threats to its national security.
AKP concludes 'camp' with focus on local agenda
The second leg of the AKP's "consultation camp" in the capital Ankara's Kızılcahamam district concluded with a keen focus on local governments.
Earlier this month, the initial leg of the camp gathered AKP's senior party managers, founding members, parliamentarians and ministers.
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First hearing held in case of ex-nationalist leader murder
Sinan Ateş's wife Ayşe Ateş (center) made statements before the hearing on July 1, 2024.
An Ankara court on Monday commenced the trial of 22 defendants related to the murder of Sinan Ateş, the former head of the ultra-nationalist group Gray Wolves.
Erdoğan leads AKP's 'consultation camp' with local agenda
The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), with the participation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, is hosting the second leg of its "consultation camp" in the capital Ankara's Kızılcahamam district from June 30 to July 2.