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Türkiye’s High Advisory Council urges sustained ceasefire after Iran attack
Türkiye’s Presidential High Advisory Council called for maintaining the ceasefire following what it termed an “unlawful attack on Iran,” emphasizing ongoing contacts with all parties to preserve regional stability. The council also reviewed domestic unity, the “Terror-Free Türkiye” process, and responses to a deadly school shooting.
16 April 2026
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Kahramanmaraş school shooting kills nine, suspect also dead
An eighth‑grade student opened fire at Ayser Çalık Secondary School in Kahramanmaraş, killing nine people and injuring 13, six critically. The attacker, who brought five firearms and seven magazines reportedly belonging to his former police officer father, also died. Education in the province has been suspended for two days.
15 April 2026
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TRNC PM: All measures taken to ensure country’s security amid border tensions
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Prime Minister Ünal Üstel announced that all necessary measures have been taken to ensure the country’s security following developments in the Beyarmudu district near Famagusta. Illegal crossings were prevented by TRNC security forces, and measures were later eased after talks with the UN Peacekeeping Force.
15 April 2026
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Erdoğan, Carney discuss ties, invite to NATO summit, COP31
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held a phone call Wednesday to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. Erdoğan invited Carney to the NATO Ankara Summit and COP31, and expressed hope for an official visit before the end of 2026.
15 April 2026
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Erdoğan mourns school shooting victims in Kahramanmaraş
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed deep sorrow over the school shooting in Kahramanmaraş that killed nine people and injured 13, six critically. An eighth‑grade student carried out the attack with firearms reportedly belonging to his father, a former police officer.
15 April 2026
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Turkish, Egyptian FMs discuss Iran-US ceasefire talks
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty held a phone call to discuss developments in US-Iran ceasefire negotiations and the agenda for upcoming talks. Both ministers exchanged views on the negotiation process as diplomatic efforts continue for a lasting Middle East ceasefire.
15 April 2026
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Fidan, Iraqi FM discuss bilateral ties, regional developments
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call Wednesday with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments, diplomatic sources confirmed. The conversation underscores ongoing coordination between Ankara and Baghdad amid heightened Middle East tensions.
15 April 2026
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Erdoğan says Türkiye pushing diplomacy on Iran tensions
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced that Türkiye is actively pursuing diplomatic initiatives to reduce tensions, extend the ceasefire, and continue talks over US and Israeli strikes on Iran. He warned against Israeli attempts to sabotage the ceasefire process and reaffirmed Türkiye’s role as a voice for peace.
15 April 2026
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350 ex-ministers, diplomats urge EU to suspend Israel agreement
A group of 350 former European ministers, ambassadors, and senior officials has called on the EU to suspend the EU-Israel Association Agreement, accusing Israel of breaching human rights obligations in Palestinian territories. They cited settlement expansion, a new death penalty law, and violations of international law.
15 April 2026
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Türkiye repatriates ancient Smyrna marble head from US museum
A marble head from the ancient city of Smyrna, illegally taken abroad, has been returned to Türkiye from the Denver Art Museum. The 5th‑century artifact, verified through scientific analysis, is now on display at the İzmir Archaeology Museum.
15 April 2026
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Greece accused of using migrant 'mercenaries' for pushbacks on Turkish border
Greek police have been recruiting migrants to violently force other migrants back across the land border with Türkiye, a BBC investigation has found. Witnesses described serious brutality, including stripping, robbery, beatings and sexual assault. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said he was “totally unaware” of the allegations.
14 April 2026
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Türkiye’s Take Off tech summit expands to Uzbekistan in June
Türkiye’s premier tech startup summit, Take Off, is expanding to Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on 3‑4 June, aiming to connect emerging startups with global venture capital in Central Asia. The event follows previous editions in Istanbul and Baku, marking a strategic shift toward the rapidly growing regional market.
14 April 2026
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Fidan, Pakistani FM Dar discuss US-Iran talks as second round expected
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar discussed the talks between the US and Iran, as well as steps to be taken in the coming days, diplomatic sources said Tuesday. Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia and Türkiye ahead of a possible second round of talks.
14 April 2026
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Pakistan PM to visit Saudi, Türkiye ahead of possible new Iran-US talks
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel to Saudi Arabia and Türkiye as part of ongoing mediation efforts, ahead of a possible second round of US‑Iran talks in Islamabad. President Asif Zardari said Pakistan has reaffirmed its position as a responsible state by providing a platform for critical dialogue.
14 April 2026
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Fidan, Araghchi discuss US‑Iran talks as ceasefire holds
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone call Tuesday to discuss the latest developments in US‑Iran negotiations. The conversation took place amid a fragile two‑week ceasefire following the collapse of rare direct talks in Islamabad over the weekend.
14 April 2026
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Erdoğan, Hungary’s incoming PM Magyar discuss strategic partnership
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call with Hungary’s incoming Prime Minister Péter Magyar, congratulating him on his election victory and discussing the future of bilateral relations. Erdoğan emphasised the importance of deepening the strategic partnership between the two NATO allies.
14 April 2026
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Red Cross plans more aid to Iran after first Türkiye cross-border delivery
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies announced plans for further aid shipments to Iran after a first cross‑border convoy of medical supplies from Türkiye reached the country. The IFRC has raised its emergency appeal to over $153 million to scale up assistance for 5 million people.
14 April 2026
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Türkiye to push for fair climate finance at COP31, minister says
Environment Minister Murat Kurum declared that Türkiye will advocate for direct climate finance to reach affected regions and developing countries at COP31, rejecting a system that places the burden on those least responsible for emissions. He pledged that Ankara will act as an “honest intermediary and fair referee” in the process.
14 April 2026
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Türkiye’s Fidan discusses Iran war efforts with Russia, Saudi
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls with his Russian and Saudi counterparts to discuss efforts to end the war in Iran, triggered by joint US-Israeli attacks. The talks follow inconclusive US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad and a new US naval blockade on Iranian ports.
13 April 2026
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