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Russia: US Not Ready to Meet Demands of Turkey

Russia: US Not Ready to Meet Demands of Turkey

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia Sergey Lavrov has stated that the US is not ready to take the demands of Turkey regarding Syria into consideration.

Prince Salman Denies Ordering Khashoggi Murder, Erdoğan Blames 'Saudi Shadow State'

Prince Salman Denies Ordering Khashoggi Murder, Erdoğan Blames 'Saudi Shadow State'

Salman has clarified his words on taking the responsibility of the journalist's murder while Erdoğan has claimed that the killing served the interests of "a shadow state within the kingdom."

30 September 2019

Defense Ministry: Drone Violating Turkey's Airspace Shot Down

Defense Ministry: Drone Violating Turkey's Airspace Shot Down

The ministry has said Turkey downed an unidentified drone near Syrian border.

30 September 2019

Erdoğan Answers Question on Arrested Journalists: These are Imaginary Figures

Erdoğan Answers Question on Arrested Journalists: These are Imaginary Figures

Currently in New York to attend the UN General Assembly, President Erdoğan has given an interview to FOX News. Answering a question on arrested journalists in Turkey, he said, “The figures you give are very imaginary figures”.

26 September 2019

Turkey Now the Only G20 Country Not Ratifying Paris Agreement

Turkey Now the Only G20 Country Not Ratifying Paris Agreement

As Russia has signed the act ratifying Russia’s participation in Paris Agreement, Turkey is now the only G20 country which has not yet ratified the climate agreement.

25 September 2019

From PM of Israel Netanyahu to Erdoğan: He Shouldn’t Preach to Israel

From PM of Israel Netanyahu to Erdoğan: He Shouldn’t Preach to Israel

Responding to President Erdoğan’s statements, Prime Minister of Israel Netanyahu has said, “He who doesn't stop lying about Israel, slaughters the Kurds and denies the terrible slaughter of the Armenian people shouldn't preach to Israel”.

25 September 2019

Erdoğan Speaks at UN General Assembly: None of us is Safe

Erdoğan Speaks at UN General Assembly: None of us is Safe

Speaking at the UN General Assembly, President and AKP Chair Erdoğan said, “If each one of us is not safe, then none of us is safe”. He also argued that the scope of the planned safe zone in Syria should be extended.

25 September 2019

Weber: We Cannot Accept Blackmail

Weber: We Cannot Accept Blackmail

European People’s Party (EPP) Group Chair Manfred Weber from Germany has underlined that the refugee agreement between Turkey and the EU should remain in effect and told President Erdoğan, “We cannot accept blackmail”.

23 September 2019

Turkish Medical Association: Stop Attacks Against Hospitals in Conflict Regions

Turkish Medical Association: Stop Attacks Against Hospitals in Conflict Regions

The Turkish Medical Association (TTB) has released a statement about the attacks targeting hospitals in conflict-ridden regions around the world, especially Syria’s Idlib. “War is a public health problem”, the TTB has emphasized.

20 September 2019

European Parliament Resolution Condemns Removal of HDP Mayors

European Parliament Resolution Condemns Removal of HDP Mayors

Mayors of the three Kurdish-majority cities, Diyarbakır, Van and Mardin, were replaced with government-appointed trustees a month ago.

19 September 2019

Interior Minister: 354 Thousand Refugees Resettled in Turkey-Controlled Areas in Syria

Interior Minister: 354 Thousand Refugees Resettled in Turkey-Controlled Areas in Syria

Turkey took control of some areas in northwestern Syria after military operations in 2017 and 2018.

19 September 2019

Pentagon: We Continue to Provide Arms to SDF

Pentagon: We Continue to Provide Arms to SDF

While Erdoğan suggests up to three million Syrian refugees could be resettled in the planned "safe zone" in northern Syria, a Pentagon official said they view it as a "security mechanism" rather than a safe zone.

19 September 2019

Turkey to Initiate Own Plan If No Results Come from Safe Zone Deal with US, Says Erdoğan

Turkey to Initiate Own Plan If No Results Come from Safe Zone Deal with US, Says Erdoğan

Up to three million Syrian refugees can be settled in a "safe zone" in northern Syria, the President has suggested.

18 September 2019

Banner of Emine Bulut on Pyramid of Louvre Museum in Paris

Banner of Emine Bulut on Pyramid of Louvre Museum in Paris

A group of feminist activists have written the name and last words of Emine Bulut, who was murdered by her ex-husband Fedai Varan on August 18, on the pyramids in front of Louvre Museum in Paris.

17 September 2019

Erdoğan, Putin and Rouhani Announce Constitutional Committee for Syria

Erdoğan, Putin and Rouhani Announce Constitutional Committee for Syria

The committee will start working "as soon as possible" to draft a new constitution for Syria, a joint statement after the trilateral meeting has said.

17 September 2019

Erdoğan Hosts Putin, Rouhani for Syria Talks

Erdoğan Hosts Putin, Rouhani for Syria Talks

Ahead of the fifth trilateral summit on Syria, Erdoğan has met with his counterparts from Iran and Russia separately in the capital Ankara.

16 September 2019

Bomb Attack in Çobanbey in Syria: 12 People Lose Their Lives

Bomb Attack in Çobanbey in Syria: 12 People Lose Their Lives

According to initial reports, at least 12 people have lost their lives in a bomb attack in northern Syrian district of Çobanbey in Turkey-Syria border.

16 September 2019

Delivery of Second S-400 Battery Completed

Delivery of Second S-400 Battery Completed

The Ministry of National Defense has announced that the final parts of second battery of the missile defense system arrived at Murted Airbase in the capital Ankara.

16 September 2019

US Not to Send Extra Troops to Syria for Joint Patrols with Turkey

US Not to Send Extra Troops to Syria for Joint Patrols with Turkey

A Pentagon spokesperson refuted the New York Times report that said the US will send 150 troops for joint patrols with the Turkish Armed Forces.

13 September 2019

US Delegation Visits Joint Operation Center for Syria 'Safe Zone'

US Delegation Visits Joint Operation Center for Syria 'Safe Zone'

Turkey and the US are "not totally on the same page" despite an agreement to establish a safe zone in northern Syria, according to officials from Ankara.

12 September 2019

Erdoğan: Turkey Cannot Bear a New Influx of Refugees

Erdoğan: Turkey Cannot Bear a New Influx of Refugees

"I have a sincere and strong with my friend President Trump," Erdoğan said, adding that the US President is "positive" about the establishment of the safe zone in northern Syria.

10 September 2019

US Treasury Secretary Says They are 'Looking at' Sanctioning Turkey over S-400 Purchase

US Treasury Secretary Says They are 'Looking at' Sanctioning Turkey over S-400 Purchase

The US previously removed Turkey from the F-35 fighter jet program after it did not give up on the procurement of the air defense systems.

9 September 2019

Erdoğan: We will Let Refugees Cross into Europe If Syria Safe Zone Not Established

Erdoğan: We will Let Refugees Cross into Europe If Syria Safe Zone Not Established

"Turkey didn't get needed international support, especially from the EU, on Syrian refugee burden. We may have to let them cross into Europe to get support," Erdoğan said, adding that they aim to send one million refugees to the planned "safe zone" in Syria.

5 September 2019

Defense Minister: Turkey to Exercise Right to Self Defense in Idlib

Defense Minister: Turkey to Exercise Right to Self Defense in Idlib

Defense Minister Akar has refuted the reports on attacks against Turkey's military posts in Syria's Idlib, said they will "exercise their right to self-defense" in case of an attack.

Syrian Warplanes Strike Near Turkey's Military Post in Idlib

Syrian Warplanes Strike Near Turkey's Military Post in Idlib

It was not clear if the observation point was targeted as clashes have been going on between the Syrian army and opposition factions in the area, the SOHR has said.

First Phase of Syria 'Safe Zone': YPG Withdraws from Border Areas

First Phase of Syria 'Safe Zone': YPG Withdraws from Border Areas

The YPG forces have withdrawn from the border areas with their heavy weapons as part of the "safe zone" agreement between Turkey and the US.

Erdoğan, Putin Agree to 'Stabilize' Idlib

Erdoğan, Putin Agree to 'Stabilize' Idlib

President Erdoğan and his counterpart from Russia had a phone call after Syrian army's advances in Idlib province.

Macron Warns Turkey on Eastern Mediterranean Activities

Macron Warns Turkey on Eastern Mediterranean Activities

President Erdoğan said Turkey will "resolutely" continue hydrocarbon exploration activities.

Syrian Army Takes Control of a Key Town in Idlib

Syrian Army Takes Control of a Key Town in Idlib

The Syrian Army has taken control of Khan Sheikhoun, a key town for the opposition in Idlib. Supported by Turkey, the Free Syrian Army has also confirmed that the rebels have withdrawn from the town.

Syrian Airstrike Stops Turkey's Military Convoy in İdlib

Syrian Airstrike Stops Turkey's Military Convoy in İdlib

The Turkish Armed Forces military convoy heading to Morek observation point in Idlib stopped after bombings as the Syrian Army continues efforts to encircle Khan Sheikhoun town. Turkey's Defense Ministry has condemned the airstrike.

SDF: We are Indirectly Present at Safe Zone Talks

SDF: We are Indirectly Present at Safe Zone Talks

The SDF commander-in-chief has said that the US mediates between them and Turkey on the planned "safe zone" in northern Syria.

Russia Warns Turkey on Idlib: Approval of Damascus Must be Received

Russia Warns Turkey on Idlib: Approval of Damascus Must be Received

Maria Zakharova, the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, has commented on President and AKP Chair Erdoğan’s statements on a possible “military operation in the east of Euphrates” in Syria and warned Turkey.