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Presidency’s Head of Communications Duran Visits “Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror and the Conquest of Istanbul” Immersive Exhibition Tent

Presidency’s Head of Communications, BurhanettinDuran, visited the immersive visual exhibition tent titled “Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror and the Conquest of İstanbul,” set up in Sultanahmet Square as part of the celebrations marking the 573rd anniversary of the conquest of İstanbul. Speaking to journalists after viewing the presentation depicting the conquest of İstanbul, Head of Communications Duran stated that the conquest on 29 May 1453 was not merely the conquest of a city, but also a conquest of minds. Noting that the project aimed to showcase the background of a great civilisational legacy, Head of Communications Duran...

President Erdoğan performs Friday prayer at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan performed Friday prayer at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque in Istanbul.  Delivering remarks to reporters on his way out of the mosque, President Erdoğan said that he will attend the celebratory event to be held at Haliç Congress Center later in the day for the conquest of Istanbul. Source: Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye

Head of Communications Duran: “Striving for a world where racism finds no place is a shared responsibility of humanity”

Presidency’s Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran commemorated the Turkish citizens who lost their lives in the racist attack carried out in Solingen 33 years ago in a message posted on his NSosyal account. In his post, Head of Communications Duran stated: “I commemorate with mercy and prayers our citizens who lost their lives in the racist attack carried out in Solingen 33 years ago. Despite the years that have passed, the pain of that tragedy remains etched in our memories. I also remember with mercy Mevlüde Genç, known as ‘Wise Mother,’ who, despite losing...

President Erdoğan, President Tebboune of Algeria talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of Algeria. The leaders discussed Türkiye–Algeria bilateral relations, as well as regional and global developments. During the call, President Erdoğan stated that they are working to further advance cooperation between Türkiye and Algeria in all areas, particularly trade, energy, and the defence industry. President Erdoğan noted that, as Türkiye, we will continue to step up our endeavours to establish peace and stability both in our region and across the world. President Erdoğan also wished Eid al-Adha Mubarak to President Tebboune and...

Head of Communications Duran’s congratulatory message marking Azerbaijan’s Independence Day

Presidency’s Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, congratulated Azerbaijan on its 28 May Independence Day through a post shared on his NSosyal account. In his message, Head of Communications Duran stated: “I extend my heartfelt congratulations on Azerbaijan’s 28 May Independence Day. On this meaningful occasion, I commemorate with mercy all the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the independence and territorial integrity of Brotherly Azerbaijan, honour the veterans with gratitude, and convey my warm greetings to the brotherly people of Azerbaijan. Thanks to the strong leadership and unwavering solidarity demonstrated by our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and President Ilham...

President Erdoğan performs Eid prayer in Istanbul

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan performed Eid al-Adha prayer at Grand Çamlıca Mosque in Istanbul. Speaking to reporters after performing the prayer, President Erdoğan wished Eid Mubarak, and stressed the importance of unity and solidarity among Muslims regarding Palestine. Source: Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye

President Erdoğan, Prime Minister Sharif of Pakistan talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan. The leaders discussed the Türkiye-Pakistan bilateral relations as well as regional and global developments. President Erdoğan said that they will continue to take step aimed at advancing the Türkiye-Pakistan relations in every area. Stressing that Türkiye and Pakistan, together with brotherly countries, endeavor to end the conflicts in the region and establish peace and stability, President Erdoğan noted that the mediation efforts are valuable, voicing their hope for the negotiations to yield positive results. President Erdoğan also wished Eid...

President Erdoğan, President Pezeshkian of Iran talk over phone

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran.  The leaders discussed the Türkiye-Iran bilateral relations as well as regional and global developments. Noting that we are welcoming the Eid with a heavy heart due to the conflicts in our region, President Erdoğan expressed his belief that the Iranian people will overcome these difficult times and achieve well-being. Stating that Türkiye has been working with the brotherly countries for the establishment of peace and stability, President Erdoğan stressed that we will continue to provide every kind of support to make...

“Türkiye is writing a success story with few precedents in the world”

In a message on Eid al-Adha, President Erdoğan said: “Despite preventions and criticisms, we are reaping the fruits of the policies we have been pursuing for the past 23 years in every area, our defense industry in particular. Türkiye, with its economic growth that has increased from 238 billion dollars to over 1.6 trillion dollars, its annual exports from 36 billion dollars to 276 billion dollars, and its defense and aviation exports from 248 million dollars to over 10 billion dollars, is writing a success story with few precedents in the world.”  President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued a message and congratulated citizens on...