The outrageous ravings of the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office targeting our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, devoid of historical fact and political seriousness, are yet another indication of the helplessness of an administration seeking to evade accountability for war crimes and crimes against humanity. This kind of cheap politics by Netanyahu and his associates, which is also intended to give him an electoral advantage, carries no weight whatsoever in his own society, in our region, within the international community or with us. These disgraceful remarks by an administration awaiting accountability before international justice mechanisms over accusations of genocide are...
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Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran answered Anadolu Agency’s (AA) questions regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s statements targeting Türkiye. In response to the question, "How do you assess Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s remarks targeting Türkiye?" Head of Communications Duran gave the following reply: "The threats and lies Netanyahu voiced in a recent interview regarding Türkiye and Syria are yet another reflection of the Israeli Prime Minister’s growing international isolation, political fears, and delusions. Furthermore, Netanyahu's efforts to mislead the international public by fabricating enemies and threats are no longer effective. For the...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan shared a message on his NSosyal account on the occasion of World Humanitarian Day. In his message, President Erdoğan stated: “Today is World Humanitarian Day. Drawing strength from our history and the values of our ancient civilisation, we continue to set an example for all on this issue that transcends politics, while maintaining our position as the country that provides the most humanitarian assistance in proportion to its national income. More than 300 million people are deprived of even the most basic necessities and struggle to survive...
In a post on his NSosyal account marking World Humanitarian Day, the Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, noted that the world is going through a period of grave trials that are testing the global conscience. In his message, Head of Communications Duran said: "Today, we find ourselves at a time when the global conscience is tested by grave trials. We are witnessing the devastating human toll in Gaza, where tens of thousands of people, overwhelmingly women and children, have been killed, basic needs remain inaccessible, and humanitarian workers themselves are being targeted. Drawing on the strength of its historical...
President Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan. The leaders addressed the Türkiye-Japan bilateral relations as well as regional and global issues. During the call, President ErdoÄŸan said that we will continue to make efforts to enhance relations between Türkiye and Japan in all the areas, particularly in defense industry, investments and trade. President ErdoÄŸan stated that the only way to resolve the conflict between Iran and the U.S. is through negotiations, and that we, as Türkiye, support diplomatic efforts for lasting peace and stability. President ErdoÄ...
The untenable allegations put forward by the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office are intended to legitimise Israel’s unlawful airstrikes targeting Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The imputations voiced stem from Netanyahu’s intent to pursue expansionist and destabilising policies in the region ahead of the elections in Israel. Türkiye, like the vast majority of the international community, stands for the consolidation of lasting peace in our region. The sole path to this objective lies in Netanyahu’s abandonment of his aggressive and coercive policies and in his respect for international law. Türkiye will resolutely continue to...
The Presidency's Head of Communications, Burhanettin Duran, condemned the Israeli airstrike on Abu al-Duhur Military Airbase in Syria in a message shared on his NSosyal account. In his post, Head of Communications Duran stated: “I strongly condemn the Israeli airstrike on the Abu al-Duhur Military Airbase in the countryside of Idlib, Syria. These attacks targeting Syria’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and infrastructure are part of a continued policy of irresponsible aggression that threatens regional peace and stability. Under the leadership of our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Türkiye will continue to support Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with President Donald J. Trump of the United States. The leaders addressed the Türkiye-U.S. bilateral relations, as well as regional and global developments. Stressing the importance of making maximum use of diplomacy in the tensions between Iran and the U.S., President Erdoğan expressed Türkiye’s hope for the continuation of the talks, and noted that Türkiye will continue to support peace efforts. President Erdoğan said that we, through the Joint Defence Agreement that we signed with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, demonstrate a strong stance...
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Prime Minister Andy Burnham of the United Kingdom. The two leaders addressed the Türkiye-UK bilateral relations as well as regional and global developments. President Erdoğan congratulated Prime Minister Burnham on his new post, expressing his belief that the relations between the two countries will be further enhanced in the period ahead. Stating that Türkiye and the United Kingdom have made significant progress in cooperation in all the areas, particularly in defence industry, President Erdoğan said the Strategic Partnership Framework Document and the Security and Defence Partnership Document...