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Turkish Aerospace Industries CEO Mehmet Demiroglu said Spain plans to purchase 15 additional Hurjet trainer aircraft after signing a deal for 30 of the Turkish-made supersonic jets, with deliveries to the European nation scheduled to begin in 2028.ASELSAN announced that its GOKALP Counter-UAV System successfully destroyed a target drone using a hit-to-kill interceptor during a live demonstration at the company's Ogulbey Technology Base, marking the entry of a fully mobile and cost-effective solution into Türkiye's autonomous air defense portfolio.President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday criticized the existing global order and the United Nations, warning that binding international accords and judicial rulings are increasingly ignored while the UN system lacks legitimacy for failing to reflect the will of the global community.Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Thursday that Ankara has finalized preparations to submit the Mecca defense agreement to parliament for approval, stressing that the pact provides for mutual defense and does not authorize attacks or troop deployments to other countries.The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences on Wednesday awarded the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry to Henri Kagan and Kenso Soai for discoveries explaining how molecular asymmetry essential to life emerges through autocatalysis, resolving a century-old mystery about homochirality with significant implications for drug development.

Türkiye

Last update : 18 October 2026, Sunday / 19:20

Politics

Erdogan congratulates Azerbaijan on Restoration of Independence Day

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan congratulated Azerbaijan on its Restoration of Independence Day, emphasizing the deep bonds of brotherhood between Ankara and Baku.

18 October 2026

Politics

Türkiye hikes defense procurement by 229% in 2027 budget

Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz announced on Friday that Türkiye has increased allocations for weapons, ammunition and defense equipment by 229% in its 2027 budget, with total defense spending set at $44.5 billion as Ankara continues reducing reliance on foreign suppliers.

16 October 2026

Local News

MIT captures final suspect in 2013 Reyhanli bombings

Türkiye's National Intelligence Organization has apprehended the final suspect in the 2013 Reyhanli bombings, completing a multi-year operation targeting perpetrators of the attack that killed 53 people in southern Hatay province.

16 October 2026

Local News

Pakistan school roof collapse leaves 35 dead in Peshawar

The roof of a private school collapsed in northwestern Pakistan's Peshawar on Thursday, killing at least 35 people — most of them children under 13 — while injuring 20 others, as rescue teams completed operations and authorities arrested the owner for investigation, according to local officials.

15 October 2026

Türkiye

Türkiye condemns Colombia's decision to move its embassy in Israel to Jerusalem

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Thursday condemned Colombia's decision to relocate its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, stating that the move violates United Nations resolutions and contradicts the International Court of Justice advisory opinion on the occupied city's legal status.

15 October 2026

Türkiye

Spain to buy 15 more Hurjet jets after 30-aircraft deal

14 October 2026

Türkiye

NATO deputy chief hails Türkiye's defense industry, urges production boost

Radmila Shekerinska told the EU-Türkiye Business Summit in Brussels that NATO allies must accelerate defense production and embrace emerging technologies to maintain their edge, citing Türkiye's defense sector as a prime example of rapid industrial transformation.

13 October 2026

Türkiye

Turkish business leaders urge Meloni to back EU accession renewal

Chairs of Türkiye's foreign economic relations bodies called for a reset of the country's EU membership process in an open letter to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, saying closer integration would bolster Europe's economic and strategic standing amid global turbulence.

13 October 2026

Türkiye

Türkiye's TIKA donates 150 desks to South Sudan primary school

The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency delivered 150 desks to Mahad Primary School in Juba as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen educational infrastructure, with officials emphasizing the critical role of learning environments in national development.

13 October 2026

Politics

Erdogan receives credentials from ambassadors of five nations

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan received credentials from ambassadors representing India, Mali, the Netherlands, El Salvador and Nigeria during a ceremony at the Presidential Complex in Ankara on Tuesday, formally accrediting the diplomats to begin their missions in Türkiye.

13 October 2026

Middle East

Türkiye, Iran FMs discuss regional developments in call

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi held telephone talks on Tuesday to assess the latest regional developments and coordinate diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving ongoing conflicts across the Middle East, according to Turkish Foreign Ministry sources.

13 October 2026

Politics

Erdogan condemns Houthi attacks in call with Saudi crown prince

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday strongly condemned Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia during a phone call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, expressing sorrow over the loss of life and stating that Ankara would continue to stand by Riyadh as it faces the ongoing challenge.

13 October 2026

Europe

Belgian FM says Türkiye vital for EU strategic autonomy

Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot on Tuesday urged deeper economic integration between Brussels and Ankara, citing Türkiye's industrial capacity and regional connections as critical assets for reducing Europe's strategic vulnerabilities in key sectors amid shifting global supply chains and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

13 October 2026

World

Poll shows Israeli opposition ahead of Netanyahu bloc by 18 seats

Channel 12 survey projects opposition parties would secure 67 parliamentary seats against 49 for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ruling coalition, with former army chief Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party leading the field as Israelis prepare to vote on Oct. 27.

13 October 2026

Politics

Türkiye at UN demands Israel end ‘reckless’ acts in Syria

Türkiye’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ahmet Yildiz called on Israel to fully comply with the 1974 Disengagement Agreement and withdraw from occupied Syrian territory, warning that continued violations undermine prospects for regional stability and economic recovery.

13 October 2026

Türkiye

Türkiye must strengthen domestic front amid regional threats: Kurtulmus

Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmus said Monday that Türkiye must reinforce its domestic stability as geopolitical competition intensifies across the Middle East and surrounding regions, citing Israel's ongoing war on Gaza and its alleged efforts to destabilize the wider area.

12 October 2026

Türkiye

PKK/KCK evacuates four shelters in northern Iraq: Sources

Turkish security sources said the PKK/KCK terror group evacuated four shelters in the Metina region of northern Iraq on Oct. 8 as part of ongoing efforts to end the organization's activities and strengthen regional stability under the National Solidarity initiative.

12 October 2026

Istanbul

Türkiye to host climate media tour ahead of COP31 summit

The Turkish Communications Directorate and the Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Ministry will host 20 foreign journalists from 15 nations for a four-day program in Istanbul and Mugla this week, showcasing Türkiye's sustainability vision and zero-waste initiatives ahead of the COP31 Climate Change Conference in November.

12 October 2026

Politics

Turkish president condemns Riyadh airport attack, backs Saudi Arabia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has condemned the Houthi attack on Riyadh’s main airport, which reportedly killed 12 people and left hundreds injured. Expressing Türkiye’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia, Erdoğan reaffirmed Ankara’s commitment to regional peace and stability, while announcing that the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement signed by Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will soon be submitted to parliament for domestic approval.

12 October 2026

Middle East

Iran accuses CENTCOM chief of oil smuggling in Hormuz

Iran's top security official Mohsen Rezaei has accused CENTCOM chief Admiral Brad Cooper of orchestrating oil-smuggling operations in the Strait of Hormuz using UAE military assets, claiming Tehran controls the waterway and warning that US-linked tech infrastructure could be targeted if hostilities resume.

12 October 2026

Education

2nd International Conference on Bangladesh Studies takes place at Istanbul University

Bangladesh opposition leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman addressed the Second International Conference on Bangladesh Studies at Istanbul University on October 9, highlighting historical ties between Türkiye and Bangladesh and opportunities for closer cooperation. The two-day event brought together academics, policymakers and representatives from both countries to discuss Bangladesh’s reform agenda, governance, state-building and prospects for bilateral engagement.

12 October 2026

Politics

Türkiye condemns Houthi attack on Riyadh's King Khalid airport

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Sunday condemned in the strongest terms the latest Houthi attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, expressing condolences to the victims' families while urging an immediate end to actions that threaten regional security and stability.

11 October 2026

Politics

Turkish presiden tells Turkic youth: 'Partnership transcends borders'

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan addressed the Turkic World Youth Gathering in Türkiye's northwestern Kocaeli province on Sunday, emphasizing that cooperation among Turkic nations extends far beyond geographical boundaries, and announced that the 13th Organization of Turkic States summit will convene in Ankara later this month.

11 October 2026

Türkiye

Türkiye, Syria military chiefs discuss ties, regional issues

Chief of General Staff Gen. Selcuk Bayraktaroglu held a telephone conversation with his Syrian counterpart Maj. Gen. Ali Noureddine al-Naasan on Saturday to discuss bilateral relations and regional security matters, according to a statement from the Turkish General Staff shared on the NSosyal platform.

10 October 2026

Product News

ASELSAN rolls out GOKALP counter-drone interceptor system

ASELSAN announced that its GOKALP Counter-UAV System successfully destroyed a target drone using a hit-to-kill interceptor during a live demonstration at the company's Ogulbey Technology Base, marking the entry of a fully mobile and cost-effective solution into Türkiye's autonomous air defense portfolio.

10 October 2026

Europe

Latvia thanks Türkiye for contribution to NATO air defense

Latvian Defense Minister Raivis Melnis on Friday thanked Türkiye for its contribution to strengthening the defense of the country's airspace, emphasizing that the deployment of Turkish fighter jets demonstrates NATO's ability to respond rapidly to security challenges.

10 October 2026

Politics

Türkiye parliament speaker welcomes Nobel Peace Prize for Navi Pillay

Numan Kurtulmus welcomed the awarding of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize to South African jurist Navi Pillay on Saturday, praising her independent documentation of alleged Israeli crimes in Gaza and describing the honor as a victory for humanity's conscience in the pursuit of justice.

10 October 2026

Science

Bayraktar warns unchecked tech race risks 'terrible extinction'

Baykar Chairman Selçuk Bayraktar warned Friday that unchecked technological ambition risks bringing "a terrible extinction" upon humanity, calling on global leaders to rethink the purpose of innovation while highlighting Türkiye's advances in space technology at the International Astronautical Congress in Antalya.

10 October 2026

Middle East

Türkiye strongly condemns deadly Houthi attacks on Saudi airports

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Friday condemned deadly Houthi attacks on two Saudi airports that killed three people and injured 36 others, stating that Ankara stands in full solidarity with Riyadh and urges all parties to resolve existing disputes through dialogue and diplomacy rather than violence.

10 October 2026

Politics

Türkiye's Erdogan says international agreements 'lost effectiveness'

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday criticized the existing global order and the United Nations, warning that binding international accords and judicial rulings are increasingly ignored while the UN system lacks legitimacy for failing to reflect the will of the global community.

09 October 2026

Middle East

Syrian foreign minister visits Ankara for talks with Fidan

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Thursday received his Syrian counterpart Hassan al-Shibani in Ankara for discussions on bilateral relations and regional security arrangements, as the two neighbors deepen diplomatic engagement following Fidan's recent visit to Damascus.

09 October 2026

Middle East

Türkiye ready to submit Mecca defense pact to parliament: Fidan

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Thursday that Ankara has finalized preparations to submit the Mecca defense agreement to parliament for approval, stressing that the pact provides for mutual defense and does not authorize attacks or troop deployments to other countries.

08 October 2026

Science

Türkiye and China sign satellite technology deal at Antalya congress

TURKSAT and China Satcom have signed a comprehensive protocol to jointly develop satellite technologies including UAV communications and smart border security systems, expanding their year-old partnership into hardware and software production at the International Astronautical Congress in Antalya.

08 October 2026

Europe

Türkiye, France sign roadmap to deepen defense cooperation

The Turkish National Defense Ministry said on Thursday that Ankara and Paris have signed a comprehensive roadmap to place bilateral defense and security cooperation on a more institutional footing, envisioning joint military exercises, intelligence sharing and collaborative defense industry projects.

08 October 2026

Turkey Economy

Türkiye rules out Treasury funding for investment fund losses

Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz said on Wednesday that the government will not use Treasury resources to cover private losses at investment funds undergoing liquidation, outlining a repayment plan that prioritizes small investors using fund assets and recovered proceeds.

08 October 2026

Turkey Economy

Erdogan vows decisive action on fund market irregularities

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Türkiye is taking decisive steps to address problems in the fund market, pledging that authorities will not tolerate negligence or legal violations while working to ensure citizens' savings are repaid without burdening the public treasury.

08 October 2026

Middle East

McDonald’s branch faces closure

07 October 2026

Asia

Erdogan tells Putin Türkiye ready to mediate Russia-Ukraine talks

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Wednesday that Ankara stands ready to facilitate direct contacts between Moscow and Kyiv, emphasizing Black Sea navigational safety and congratulating the leader on his birthday and election success.

07 October 2026

Turkey Economy

Türkiye aviation powerhouse, seventh largest: IATA

Mark Searle, the International Air Transport Association's global safety director, highlighted Türkiye's position as an aviation powerhouse and the world's seventh-largest market during a conference in Istanbul, noting that international passenger traffic in the country grew by nearly 70% over the past decade.

07 October 2026

Middle East

Erdogan receives family of slain Palestinian child Hind Rajab

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday received the family of Hind Rajab, a five-year-old Palestinian girl killed in an Israeli military strike last year, at the Presidential Complex in Ankara ahead of the third anniversary of the genocide in Gaza, with Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy also attending.

07 October 2026

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