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Erdogan vows 'Terror-Free Türkiye' at Malazgirt commemoration
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday reaffirmed Ankara's commitment to achieving a "Terror-Free Türkiye" and a terror-free region during commemorations in Muş, warning that the nation will never bow to external pressure regarding its security and territorial integrity.
26 August 2026
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Türkiye's Halkbank secures extra $1.1B funding after US case win
Türkiye's state-owned Halkbank said on Tuesday it secured an additional $1.1 billion from international markets following the dismissal of a US criminal case, bringing total external funding raised to $5 billion as the lender expands its global medium-term note program.
26 August 2026
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Erdogan: Türkiye will stay course despite regional conflicts
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Tuesday that Türkiye will maintain its development trajectory despite regional conflicts, pledging to safeguard the sacred trust of 86 million people while addressing economic challenges and advancing the "Terror-Free Türkiye" initiative.
25 August 2026
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Greek minister warns of military response in Aegean tensions with Türkiye
Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis has escalated rhetoric against Türkiye, vowing that Athens will not permit a repeat of the Imia crisis and confirming the redeployment of a Patriot battery from Karpathos to Crete. While insisting communication channels with Ankara remain open, Gerapetritis signaled readiness to deploy frigates and F-16s if necessary.
25 August 2026
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Erdogan warns 'blood merchants' and 'genociders' seeking instability will lose
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned on Tuesday that those who profit from terrorism and seek to plunge the region into instability are destined to fail, declaring that the dawn of a "great and strong Türkiye" has broken as the nation marks the 955th anniversary of the Battle of Malazgirt.
25 August 2026
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Türkiye’s first GOKBEY helicopter crew completes training
The National Defense Ministry announced Tuesday that the inaugural flight crew for the T-625 GOKBEY helicopter has successfully completed its training at Turkish Aerospace Industries facilities, clearing the way for the domestically developed platform to enter the Turkish Air Force inventory in October.
25 August 2026
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11,000-year-old sculpture of human on leopard found in Türkiye
Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced that archaeologists have unearthed a 70-centimeter stone sculpture depicting a human figure riding a leopard at Karahantepe, describing the work as a "composite sculpture" that opens new questions about Neolithic artistic expression in southeastern Türkiye.
25 August 2026
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Iznik theater excavation reveals earliest Anatolian plague evidence
Excavation team head Aygun Ekin Meric said archaeologists have uncovered nearly 20 skeletons at a Byzantine cemetery near Iznik's Roman theater, with bone analysis revealing what researchers describe as the earliest known case of plague in Anatolia.
25 August 2026
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Türkiye welcomes US move to delist Syria as terror sponsor
The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Tuesday welcomed Washington's decision to remove Damascus from the State Sponsors of Terrorism List, saying the move eliminates a major obstacle to Syria's economic reconstruction and signals a new chapter in regional diplomatic engagement and stability.
25 August 2026
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Israeli flag used as doormat
25 August 2026
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Istanbul's Sultanahmet Mosque glows for Mawlid al-Nabi celebrations
The historic Sultanahmet Mosque in Istanbul was illuminated with special lighting to mark Mawlid al-Nabi, the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, as Türkiye joined Muslims worldwide in observing the sacred occasion. The symbolic display transformed the city's iconic skyline.
25 August 2026
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Türkiye envoy hails US move to delist Syria from terror sponsors
Nuh Yilmaz says Washington’s decision to remove Damascus from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list eliminates the final barrier to Syria’s global integration, voicing hope that the move will benefit the entire Syrian people and the Syrian state while contributing to regional stability.
25 August 2026
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Erdogan and Lithuania premier discuss defense, bilateral ties
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Lithuanian Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevicius reviewed Türkiye-Lithuania relations and regional developments during a phone call Monday. Erdogan stressed the need for Ankara and Vilnius to expand engagement across multiple fields, with particular emphasis on defense industry cooperation, while also reaffirming Türkiye’s efforts to help bring the Russia-Ukraine war to a lasting peace.
24 August 2026
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Türkiye forms four subcommissions under National Solidarity Law
Türkiye has created four specialized subcommissions to oversee the implementation of the National Solidarity and Strengthening Social Cohesion Law. The Monitoring and Evaluation Board, chaired by Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz, brought together senior officials to coordinate the process, with priorities including legal affairs, social integration, disarmament, monitoring and efforts to eliminate terrorism and violence.
24 August 2026
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Türkiye, Brazil seek stronger trade and defense ties in call
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva reviewed Türkiye-Brazil relations and international developments in a phone conversation Monday. Erdogan stressed that greater cooperation in investment, trade and the defense industry could create mutual economic gains, while both countries’ diplomatic approaches to regional and global crises could contribute to wider peace efforts.
24 August 2026
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Türkiye marks 10 years since Operation Euphrates Shield
Türkiye is commemorating the 10th anniversary of Operation Euphrates Shield, the cross-border campaign launched against Daesh in northern Syria. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the National Defense Ministry paid tribute to soldiers killed during the operation and expressed gratitude to veterans, highlighting the campaign as a major step in Türkiye’s fight against terrorism and regional instability.
24 August 2026
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Israel draws a red line: No Turkish military bases in Syria, says Saar
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has firmly rejected the possibility of Turkish military bases in Syria, while insisting that Israel does not seek an escalation with Türkiye. Saar reaffirmed Israel's commitment to the current status quo, even as tensions simmer following recent Israeli airstrikes on Syrian territory.
24 August 2026
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TRNC criticizes Greek Cypriot UN complaint on pipeline deal with Türkiye
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Prime Minister Unal Ustel on Sunday criticized the Greek Cypriot Administration for lodging a complaint with the United Nations over a natural gas pipeline memorandum signed with Türkiye, saying the TRNC and its motherland will continue pursuing joint energy projects regardless of objections.
24 August 2026
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TRNC foreign minister says Turkish army presence vital for Cyprus
Tahsin Ertugruloglu said the Turkish army's presence in Cyprus holds critical importance for regional stability during a meeting with Turkish Land Forces Commander General Metin Tokel, who was visiting the island to inspect the Turkish Cypriot Peacekeeping Forces Command.
22 August 2026
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Türkiye hosts STRATCOM summits in Tokyo on AI, economic security
Türkiye's Communications Directorate convened the STRATCOM Roundtable and Public Forum in Tokyo on Saturday, gathering policymakers and academics to examine how artificial intelligence and geopolitical competition are reshaping strategic communication and economic security frameworks.
22 August 2026
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Netanyahu pivots to anti-Türkiye rhetoric as Likud slides in polls
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shifted his election campaign toward anti-Türkiye rhetoric after US pressure forced him to halt military operations against Iran and Lebanon, with polls showing his Likud party hemorrhaging support ahead of October elections.
22 August 2026
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Türkiye slams Israeli PM office for 'insolent rants' targeting Erdogan
Türkiye's Communications Directorate on Friday strongly rejected remarks by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, describing them as 'insolent rants' devoid of historical facts and political seriousness while warning that escalating tensions for domestic gain poses serious risks to regional stability.
21 August 2026
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Colombia thanks Türkiye for earthquake aid shipment
Colombia's Foreign Ministry on Friday confirmed the arrival of humanitarian supplies from Türkiye including more than one metric ton of food and hundreds of blankets, thanking Ankara for its support of communities affected by the recent earthquake.
21 August 2026
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Turkish Airlines plans 20% Asia-Pacific expansion
Turkish Airlines plans to increase Asia-Pacific flight frequencies by up to 20% in coming years to establish an alternative corridor between Asia, Australia and Europe, as Türkiye's flag carrier accelerates expansion in China and Japan while preparing to launch nonstop services to Sydney and Melbourne by 2028.
21 August 2026
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STM readies underwater drone, fast attack craft prototype
STM General Manager Ozgur Guleryuz told Anadolu that the company will launch the first fast attack craft prototype by year-end or early next year, while the Neta autonomous underwater vehicle has entered mass production for mine-hunting missions.
21 August 2026
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Türkiye seeks Interpol red notice for Netanyahu over flotilla attack
Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said Türkiye has requested Interpol to issue a red notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as prosecutors in Istanbul pursue charges over an attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza.
21 August 2026
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Syrian FM calls Türkiye 'key partner' in reconstruction
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani described Türkiye as a “key partner” in Syria’s reconstruction during his official visit to Pakistan, stating that Damascus had not yet decided whether to join the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement while urging Tehran to acknowledge its actions against the Syrian people.
21 August 2026
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Türkiye’s indigenous ‘National Submarine’ project to be enhanced by AI
Türkiye's first domestically developed submarine, MILDEN, will be equipped with advanced artificial intelligence through Havelsan's Advent Muren combat management system. The AI-powered platform will integrate national weapons and sensors, while Havelsan aims to become the chief combat system integrator for the landmark MILGEM project.
21 August 2026
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Lake Tuz's summer transformation draws tourists to Türkiye
Lake Tuz, one of Türkiye's most distinctive natural wonders, has begun its annual summer shift to vivid pink and red tones, driven by rising salinity, extreme heat and microalgae activity near Ankara. The spectacle attracts numerous visitors and remains on UNESCO's tentative list for its exceptional ecology and birdlife.
21 August 2026
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D-8 secretary-general meets Turkish officials in Ankara
D-8 Secretary-General Sohail Mahmood held talks with Turkish officials, lawmakers and academics in Ankara to strengthen institutional partnerships, discussing cooperation in artificial intelligence, trade and the environment ahead of the organization's first ministerial meeting on climate in Istanbul.
21 August 2026
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Erdogan announces plan to train 550 doctoral students in strategic tech
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Thursday that Türkiye will select 550 doctoral students through a centralized examination for training at 20 research universities in strategic fields including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and chip technologies, aiming to bring 3,000 young researchers into the national science ecosystem within five years.
21 August 2026
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Aselsan launches TUFAN kamikaze USV at TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland
Turkish defense firm Aselsan launched its TUFAN Kamikaze unmanned surface vehicle for the first time at TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland on Thursday, with the company stating that the high-tech vessel "changes the rules of the game in naval warfare" at the premier naval defense expo in Kocaeli.
21 August 2026
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Fidan holds talks with Egyptian, Saudi ministers on Gaza, Hormuz
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate telephone conversations Thursday with his Egyptian and Saudi counterparts to discuss obstacles facing the Gaza peace plan and rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, vowing that the three nations would continue strengthening coordination for regional peace and prosperity.
21 August 2026
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Türkiye aims to boost naval capabilities: Defense minister
National Defense Minister Yasar Guler said Türkiye aims to enhance its armed forces capabilities including the navy, speaking at the opening of TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland in northwestern Türkiye where 1.6 million young people applied to compete this year.
21 August 2026
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Bayraktar: Türkiye will never give up a drop of Blue Homeland
Baykar chairman Selcuk Bayraktar said at the TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland opening that Türkiye will never relinquish its maritime jurisdiction areas covering 462,000 square kilometers, describing the Blue Homeland as the nation's "garden" where it finds peace as the festival highlights naval technologies and commando demonstrations.
20 August 2026
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Türkiye, Egypt and Qatar demand Gaza ceasefire compliance
Türkiye, Egypt and Qatar have denounced renewed Israeli strikes in Gaza, saying attacks that have killed civilians are putting the ceasefire at risk. The three mediating countries urged Israel to honor its commitments and called on the international community and the Board of Peace to use effective pressure to prevent further escalation.
20 August 2026
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Nearly 25,000 loggerhead hatchlings reach sea from Türkiye coast
Conservation teams have recorded nearly 25,000 endangered loggerhead turtle hatchlings making their way into the Mediterranean this season along Türkiye’s Antalya coast. Volunteers are monitoring roughly 4,500 nests across 65 kilometers of shoreline, while efforts continue to protect nesting sites from fires, unauthorized digging and other human-related threats.
20 August 2026
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Excavations to resume at ancient Rhodiapolis in Antalya
Archaeological work at the ancient city of Rhodiapolis in Türkiye's southern Antalya province is set to resume next year after a hiatus. The Lycian-era site, which also contains Byzantine remains, features a theatre, baths, temples, and monumental tombs. Officials say fully uncovering the city will significantly boost the region's cultural heritage.
20 August 2026
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Türkiye’s homegrown E5000 locomotive gets EU certification
Türkiye’s domestically designed and manufactured electric locomotive, the E5000, has secured EU Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI) certification, opening export markets worldwide. Produced by state-owned TÜRASAŞ in Eskişehir, the milestone confirms that Turkish rail technology meets stringent European standards, with 30 units already completed under a 95-locomotive production plan.
20 August 2026
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