Turkish Airlines suspends flights to Middle Eastern cities following the attack on Iran.
Istanbul Airport data: 3 flights cancelled today from Istanbul to Tehran
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 11 km NW of Nurhak, Turkey
1 týden PředTürkiye reports: A pilot was killed when an F-16 fighter jet belonging to the 9th Air Base crashed during a mission in Balıkesir province, western Turkey.
Turkish MoD: Radio communication and radar contact with one of our F-16 aircraft, which had taken off from the 9th Main Jet Base Command in Balıkesir, was lost as of 00:56. As a result of search and rescue operations launched immediately, it was determined that the aircraft had crashed, and the wreckage has been reached. Our pilot has been killed. The cause of the accident will be determined following the investigation to be conducted by the accident investigation team. We extend our condolences and pray for God’s mercy upon our fallen pilot, and offer our sympathies to his family, the Turkish Armed Forces, and our noble nation.A Turkish F-16 fighter jet assigned to the 9th Main Jet Base Command in Balıkesir crashed during a mission at approximately 12:50 a.m. local time. One pilot lost their life in the incident
A Turkish F-16 fighter jet assigned to the 9th Main Jet Base Command in Balıkesir crashed during a mission at approximately 12:50 a.m. local time. One pilot lost their life in the incident
Egypt has officially announced a contract with Turkey for the Tolga air defense system, valued at approximately $130 million. The system is designed to counter drones, cruise missiles, and low-flying aerial targets, and features an advanced radar, an electro-optical targeting system, and a 35mm smart cannon capable of detonating [unspecified targets].
3 týden PředTürkiye delivered a shipment of M48 and M60 Patton main battle tanks to Somalia. nnThe tanks were reportedly transported by the Turkish Navy landing ship TCG Sancaktar and offloaded at Mogadishu port. Footage shows the tanks moving through the city in convoy
Iraq protests Turkish FM’s remarks on PKK, summons back Ankara’s envoy
3 týden PředTurkey and Greece sign following deals during Mitsotakis / Erdogan meeting in Ankara: Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation Between the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye Investment Office and the Greece Investment and Foreign Trade Agency; Memorandum on Encouraging the Initiation of Ro-Ro Services Between İzmir Port and Thessaloniki Port; Memorandum on Strengthening Cooperation Within the Framework of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation Organization; Memorandum of on Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation on Earthquake Preparedness; Memorandum of on Cooperation in the Field of Culture; Joint Statement on Cooperation in the Field of Science and Technology Between the Ministry of Industry and Technology of the Republic of Türkiye and the Ministry of Development of the Hellenic Republic
3 týden PředThe Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the UAE, Qatar, Indonesia, Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey condemned what they call “the illegal Israeli decisions imposing unlawful Israeli sovereignty in the West Bank, thereby accelerating attempts at its illegal annexation and the displacement of the Palestinian people.” The condemnation is in response to yesterday’s cabinet decision approving numerous measures extending Israeli authority in the West Bank
4 týden PředFollowing deliveries to Damascus International Airport, Turkey has also supplied Aleppo International Airport with essential navigation equipment:- the "ILS" systems, for safe, precise landings even in challenging weather; - the "DVOR", for accurate in-air navigation
Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 - 20 km S of Refahiye, Turkey
Al Jazeera claims to have obtained the US-Iran deal framework proposed by Turkey, Qatar and Egypt: 1. Iran agrees to commit to zero uranium enrichment for 3 years, and then agrees to under 1.5% enrichment after that 2. Its stockpile of Highly Enriched Uranium would be transferred to a third country 3. Iran agrees to not transfer weapons and technologies to its regional nonstate allies 4. Iran pledges to not initiate the use of Ballistic Missiles 5. Iran and the US agree to a nonaggression agreement
Erdogan: The agreement between the Syrian government and the SDF eases the pressure on the peace process between Türkiye and the PKK.
1 měsíc PředLibyan-Turkish cooperation expands: The Minister of Transportation discusses with the Turkish Ambassador the return of Turkish companies, increasing flights, and the possibility of operating flights between Turkish Airlines and Sabha International Airport.
1 měsíc PředJoint Egyptian-Turkish statement: Egypt and Turkey agree to continue improving the investment climate in both countries.
1 měsíc PředAn official visit to Saudi Arabia. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
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arrived in Riyadh on Tuesday, accompanied by his delegation, which includes the ministers of foreign affairs and defense. He was received at King Khalid International Airport by Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Riyadh Region.
1 měsíc PředTurkish F-16 fighter jets deployed to Somalia were seen flying at low altitude over Mogadishu
1 měsíc PředIran's Foreign Minister Araghchi had separate phone calls with the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkiye to discuss the ongoing de-escalation efforts in the region
Syrian Internal Security meets SDF forces in Kobani to implement coordination agreement
Turkish Foreign Minister: We cannot accept any attack on Iran, and we must focus on solutions through negotiations.
1 měsíc PředForeign Minister Hakan Fidan: We are closely following the developments in Iran. We would like to reiterate our deep sorrow over the deaths that occurred during the protests and extend our condolences to the Iranian people.
1 měsíc PředAn explosion occurred at the TÜPRAŞ İzmit Refinery. Numerous teams have been dispatched to the scene.
Turkish Ministry of Defense: We are making efforts to end all conflicts and establish peace and stability in the region.
1 měsíc PředElectricity has come back to the city of Kobane as talks between the STG and SDF are making steady progress
1 měsíc PředTürkiye’s intelligence service (MİT) and police dismantled an Iran-linked spy cell after a long investigation. Six suspects were arrested; the network was run by Iranian intelligence officers Najaf Rostami (“Haji”) and Mahdi Yekeh Dehghan (“Doctor”). The cell was collecting photos and videos of Incirlik Air Base in Adana, a key NATO and U.S.–Türkiye facility. Authorities say the operation prevented potential hostile actions
Erdogan discussed bilateral relations, the situation in Syria, the work of the Peace Council, and regional and international developments in a phone call with Trump.
Netanyahu: I will not allow the establishment of a Palestinian state. Israel will maintain security control from the Jordan River to the sea, and this also applies to the Gaza Strip. Netanyahu: We will not allow Turkish or Qatari soldiers into Gaza. If Iran attacks us, we will respond with unprecedented force. Netanyahu: We are focusing on the last two tasks, which are dismantling.
Turkish President Erdogan: As Syria achieves stability and security, all neighboring countries—starting with us—will directly feel its positive effects. Trade will accelerate, investments will increase, and tourism will develop. In the residential areas that were reduced to rubble by the former regime’s barrel bombs, a major reconstruction campaign will begin. As the effects of the oppression that cost the lives of one million Syrians are erased, and as Syria heals its wounds and rises to its feet again, very different winds will begin to blow across our region