Recep Tayyip Erdoğan: News
Aamir Khan finally breaks silence on Erdogan meeting controversy
Actor Aamir Khan has addressed the recent controversy surrounding his meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Russia-Ukraine agree to new prisoner swap but peace talks stall
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a new prisoner swap during peace talks in Istanbul, Turkey, but failed to make progress toward ending the ongoing conflict.
US green lights $304 million missile sale to Turkey
The United States has approved a $304 million missile sale to Turkey in a major move aimed at bolstering trade and defense ties between the two NATO allies, Bloomberg reported.
Why is there 'Ban Turkey' campaign in India
A boycott Turkey movement has gained momentum in India after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan publicly supported Pakistan amidst soaring tensions between the two countries.
Swedish journalist given 11-month suspended prison term for 'insulting' Erdogan
Joakim Medin, Swedish journalist of Dagens ETC, has been sentenced to an 11-month suspended sentence by a Turkish court.
'Pikachu' joins anti-president mass protest in Turkey
A demonstrator dressed as Pikachu joined thousands of protestors who flocked to the streets to express outrage over the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, on Wednesday.
Turkey detains Istanbul's mayor, top rival of President Erdogan
Turkish authorities have detained Ekrem Imamoglu, Istanbul Mayor and a key political opponent to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Kurdish group PKK announces ceasefire with Turkey
The Kurdistan Workers's Party (PKK), a banned Kurdish group, announced a ceasefire with Turkey on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
India protests Erdogan's Kashmir remarks during Pakistan visit
India has protested formally to the Turkish ambassador in New Delhi over President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's remarks on Kashmir.
Why India is closely watching Turkey president's visit to Pakistan
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is on a four-day tour of Asia, ending his trip with a visit to Pakistan. He had earlier visited Malaysia and Indonesia.
9 detained after fire at Turkey ski resort kills 76
At least 76 people were killed when a fire broke out at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Turkey's northwestern Bolu province's Kartalkaya ski resort.
10 killed, 32 injured in Turkey ski resort hotel fire
A massive fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Kartalkaya, a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey, has killed at least 10 and injured 32 others.
Turkey: 12 killed in powerful blast at explosives plant
A strong explosion at an explosives plant in Turkey's Karesi district, Balikesir province, killed 12 people and injured four others on Tuesday morning.
US removes $10M bounty on de facto Syrian leader's head
The United States has lifted a $10 million bounty on Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Ahmed al-Sharaa after direct talks in Damascus.
Turkey warns Israel against targeting Hamas members in Ankara
Turkey has issued a stern warning to Israel about possible repercussions if it targets Hamas members outside the Palestinian territories, including on its soil.
Turkey: Erdogan wins presidential election, extends rule to 3rd decade
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday called for national unity after winning a historic run-off election that extended his two decades of transformative but divisive rule until 2028.
Turkey starts rebuilding houses after earthquakes leave 1.5 million homeless
Turkey has reportedly started rebuilding buildings destroyed by a series of devastating earthquakes that struck the country and its neighbor Syria earlier this month.
Turkey-Syria earthquakes: Death toll crosses 47,000 after fresh 6.4-magnitude temblor
Fresh quakes of magnitudes 6.4 and 5.8 rocked the border region of Turkey and Syria on Monday, leaving three dead and 213 injured. Officials expect the number of deaths to rise.
Another 4.7-magnitude earthquake hits Turkey, death toll exceeds 33,000
A fresh earthquake of magnitude 4.7, the sixth major in less than a week, reportedly rocked Turkey on Sunday.
Turkey-Syria earthquake: Death toll crosses 24,000; millions turn homeless
The death toll from a horrific series of earthquakes in Turkey and Syria earlier this week surpassed 24,000 on Saturday.
Turkey-Syria earthquake: Death toll crosses 15,000, many still feared trapped
The combined number of deaths caused by a series of earthquakes in Turkey and Syria has reached 15,383, authorities confirmed on Wednesday.
Government of India issues travel advisory for Turkey
Indians traveling to Turkey have been advised by the government to exercise caution. On Wednesday, the Indian Embassy in Turkey issued a travel advisory and told them they can contact Indian missions if they need any assistance.
Report claims Saudi Prince knew about journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder
The brutal murder of Jamal Khashoggi, a dissident journalist of Saudi Arabia, in October last year, garnered global attention.
Ansar al-Tawhid jihadists kill 33 regime forces in northwest-Syria: Monitor
At least 33 pro-regime fighters were killed yesterday in attacks mounted by jihadist groups near Idlib province, in the deadliest day in six months for loyalist forces, a monitor said.
Syrian jihadist group kills 21 regime forces in Idlib: Monitor
A Syrian jihadist group linked to al-Qaeda killed 21 regime and allied forces today near Idlib province, in one of the deadliest breaches of a six-month-old truce deal, a monitor said.
How this man ordered the killing of Khashoggi via Skype
The murder of Washington Post columnist and dissident Saudi Arabia journalist Jamal Khashoggi has spelled trouble for the Kingdom and crown prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS).
Turkey: Train derails due to bad-weather, killing 10, injuring dozens
Ten people were killed and 73 injured today when a train packed with weekend passengers derailed in northwest Turkey, the Turkish Health Ministry said.
Turkish authorities sack 18,632 state employees in new decree
Turkish authorities ordered the dismissal of more than 18,632 state employees including 8,998 police officers, soldiers, and academics, in a decree published today over suspected links to terror organizations and groups that "act against national security".
Turkey Presidential election: Erdogan claims outright victory in first round
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has won tightly-contested presidential polls after securing outright victory in the first round, the election authority said, tightening his grip on the nation he has ruled for 15 years.
US-Turkey suspend visa services over diplomatic row
The arrest and detention of a US consulate worker in Istanbul last week seems to have strained US-Turkey diplomatic relations.
Istanbul: Police thwart Gay Pride protest
With 'We are not scared' chants, LGBT protesters in Istanbul were seen fighting the police who fired rubber bullets at the activists who had gathered at the Takshim Square to hold their annual Gay Pride parade.
Turkish President Erdogan, PM Modi to discuss NSG-membership, counter-terrorism, trade
Turkish President Erdogan, who is on a two-day India visit, and PM Narendra Modi are expected to hold wide-ranging talks on issues like India's NSG membership, cooperation in counter-terrorism and trade.