Turkey’s Erdogan offers to mediate between Sudan and the UAE
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey’s Erdogan offers to mediate between Sudan and the UAE

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a telephone call with Sudan’s military leader on Friday and offered to mediate to resolve tensions with the United Arab Emirates, according to the Turkish leader’s office. He said Turkey’s “core principles include establishing peace and stability in Sudan, preserving its territorial integrity and sovereignty, and preventing the country from becoming a zone of external interventions,” according to a statement from the Turkish presidential communications office. Following the meetings, the sides issued a joint declaration recognizing Somalia’s territorial integrity while acknowledging the “potential benefits” of Ethiopia’s access to the sea, and also agreed to start talks toward resolving the dispute. The agreement involved leasing land along Somaliland’s coastline to establish a marine force base, in exchange for Ethiopia recognizing Somaliland’s independence — a move Somalia insists infringes on its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Ethiopia and Somalia hold a first round of technical talks in Turkey toward resolving their dispute
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ethiopia and Somalia hold a first round of technical talks in Turkey toward resolving their dispute

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Top diplomats from Ethiopia and Somalia on Tuesday held a first round of technical talks aimed at resolving a dispute sparked by a deal between Ethiopia and Somalia’s breakaway region of Somaliland, Turkey’s Foreign Ministry said. In December, the leaders of Somalia and Ethiopia met in Turkey and agreed to initiate technical talks aimed at reaching a …

Turkey’s Erdogan lashes out at Israel on a visit to Pakistan and laments the tragedy of Gaza
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Turkey’s Erdogan lashes out at Israel on a visit to Pakistan and laments the tragedy of Gaza

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan lashed out at Israel during a visit to Pakistan on Thursday, speaking up in defense of Palestinians in Gaza and condemning ideas to forcibly displace them from their land. Speaking at a business forum, Erdogan accused Israel of failing to keep to a ceasefire agreement, warning that the region was being dragged “toward …

Amid Trump pressure on West Asia, Turkey’s Erdogan holds talks with Indonesia’s Prabowo
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Amid Trump pressure on West Asia, Turkey’s Erdogan holds talks with Indonesia’s Prabowo

Firstpost  

As US President Donald Trump has doubled down on the plan to acquire Gaza Strip and expel all Palestinians, Turkey and Indonesia appear to have found common ground on the Palestinian question Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, left, walks with Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as they inspect honour guard during a welcoming ceremony prior to their meeting at Bogor Presidential …

Turkey says it will join with neighbors to fight the Islamic State group in Syria
2 months ago

Turkey says it will join with neighbors to fight the Islamic State group in Syria

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — Turkey, Syria, Iraq and Jordan will come together to fight the remnants of the Islamic State group, a move that would allow the United States to cut ties with Kurdish militants in Syria, the Turkish foreign minister said Sunday. The YPG, which spearheads the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, has played a central role in fighting IS alongside American …

Turkey-Brokered Deal Spurs Thaw in Somalia, Ethiopia Relations
3 months ago

Turkey-Brokered Deal Spurs Thaw in Somalia, Ethiopia Relations

Live Mint  

-- Somalia is considering reversing a decision to exclude Ethiopian troops from a multinational force battling Islamist insurgents, another sign that diplomatic tensions between the two countries are easing. Ethiopian Defense Minister Aisha Mohammed Mussa traveled to the Somali capital, Mogadishu, for talks on Thursday about her country’s participation in the mission, Somali Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ali …

Turkiye’s Erdogan offers to mediate in Sudan-UAE disputes
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkiye’s Erdogan offers to mediate in Sudan-UAE disputes

Al Jazeera  

The Sudanese army accuses the UAE of providing weapons to its rival, the Rapid Support Forces paramilitary group. Turkiye can step in to resolve disputes between Sudan and the United Arab Emirates, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has told the head of the Sudan Sovereign Council, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. The Sudanese army, led by al-Burhan, accuses the UAE of providing …

Somalia, Ethiopia agree on compromise to end tension, Turkish leader says
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Somalia, Ethiopia agree on compromise to end tension, Turkish leader says

Al Jazeera  

Turkiye’s President Erdogan announced the breakthrough after talks between the Ethiopian and Somali leaders in Ankara. Somalia and Ethiopia have agreed on a joint declaration to resolve their dispute over the breakaway Somaliland region and land-locked Ethiopia’s push for sea access, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced. Speaking in a joint news conference in Ankara, Erdogan late on Wednesday …

Ethiopia and Somalia agree to hold ‘technical talks’ over breakaway Somaliland region
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ethiopia and Somalia agree to hold ‘technical talks’ over breakaway Somaliland region

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Ethiopia and Somalia agreed on Wednesday to hold “technical talks” to resolve a dispute sparked by Ethiopia’s deal with Somalia’s breakaway region of Somaliland, according to a statement following talks in Turkey. It says the sides agreed the talks, which would begin by February 2025 and conclude within four months, would respect Somalia’s territorial integrity while recognizing …

Turkey's Erdogan mediates Somalia-Ethiopia dispute over Somaliland independence
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Turkey's Erdogan mediates Somalia-Ethiopia dispute over Somaliland independence

Firstpost  

Turkey has previously hosted two rounds of negotiations between the East African neighbours. A third round of talks, initially scheduled for September, was cancelled amid escalating tensions, a sign of the challenges in resolving the rift Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a press conference on the sidelines of the NATO 75th anniversary summit at the Walter E. Washington …

Turkey’s Erdogan says he remains hopeful about reconciliation with Syria
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey’s Erdogan says he remains hopeful about reconciliation with Syria

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said he remains hopeful that a reconciliation with Syrian President Bashar Assad can be achieved to end more than a decade of tensions between their two neighboring countries, state-run media reported on Wednesday. Speaking to journalists on his return from trips to Saudi Arabia and Azerbaijan, Erdogan said he believes a …

Egypt’s president makes his first visit to Turkey as relations thaw
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Egypt’s president makes his first visit to Turkey as relations thaw

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — The presidents of Turkey and Egypt on Wednesday found common ground on the war in Gaza as they continued to mend long-strained relations, emphasizing the need for a permanent cease-fire and guaranteed delivery of humanitarian aid. Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi spoke during the Egyptian leader’s first official visit to Ankara after …

Turkey says Ethiopia and Somalia have made ‘notable progress’ in talks to settle dispute
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey says Ethiopia and Somalia have made ‘notable progress’ in talks to settle dispute

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Ethiopia and Somalia have made “notable progress” in efforts to settle a dispute sparked by Ethiopia’s deal with the breakaway region of Somaliland, Turkey’s foreign minister said Tuesday. “We believe that a collaborative and constructive solution is within reach.” Flanked by his counterparts from Ethiopia and Somalia, Fidan added that a third round of talks would be …

Turkey hosts another round of talks to ease tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Turkey hosts another round of talks to ease tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey hosted a second round of talks on Monday between east African neighbors Ethiopia and Somalia to try and resolve a dispute over Ethiopia’s deal with the breakaway region of Somaliland, officials said. Tensions between the two African countries have simmered since Ethiopia signed a memorandum of understanding with Somaliland in January, which Somalia denounced as infringing …

Turkey's President threatens to send 'very strong' forces into Israel
8 months ago

Turkey's President threatens to send 'very strong' forces into Israel

Daily Mail  

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has threatened he might send forces into Israel as he accused Benjamin Netanyahu 's regime of doing 'ridiculous things to Palestine'. President Erdogan, who has been a fierce critic of Israel's offensive in Gaza, told a meeting of his AK Party: 'We must be very strong so that Israel can't do these ridiculous things to …

Ethiopian PM meets Sudan army chief in push for ‘peace and security’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Ethiopian PM meets Sudan army chief in push for ‘peace and security’

Al Jazeera  

Abiy Ahmed’s is the highest-level state visit to Sudan since the war began between the army and the paramilitary RSF in April 2023. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has met Sudan’s armed forces chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan as regional and world powers seek an end to the conflict between the military and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Ahmed’s press secretary …

Erdogan says may invite Syria's Assad to Turkiye 'at any moment'
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Erdogan says may invite Syria's Assad to Turkiye 'at any moment'

The Hindu  

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday said he might invite his Syrian counterpart Bashar al-Assad to Turkiye "at any moment", in a sign of reconciliation after the 2011 war broke ties between Ankara and Damascus. "We may send an invitation at any moment," Mr. Erdogan told journalists aboard a plane from Berlin where he watched Euro 2024, the official Anadolu …

Turkey mediates between Somalia and Ethiopia to ease diplomatic tensions
9 months ago

Turkey mediates between Somalia and Ethiopia to ease diplomatic tensions

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey on Monday mediated talks between Somalia and Ethiopia to ease diplomatic tensions between the east African neighbors, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said. Tensions between the two African countries have simmered since Ethiopia signed a memorandum of understanding with the breakaway region of Somaliland in January, which Somalia denounced as infringing upon its sovereignty and territorial integrity. …

Turkey mediating Somalia-Ethiopia talks on port deal
9 months ago

Turkey mediating Somalia-Ethiopia talks on port deal

Hindustan Times  

By Giulia Paravicini and Tuvan Gumrukcu Turkey mediating Somalia-Ethiopia talks on port deal July 1 - Turkey has begun mediating talks between Somalia and Ethiopia over a port deal Addis Ababa signed with the breakaway region of Somaliland earlier this year, Ankara and four officials familiar with the matter said. Turkey's foreign ministry said Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had hosted …

Turkey mediating Somalia-Ethiopia talks on port deal
9 months ago

Turkey mediating Somalia-Ethiopia talks on port deal

Hindustan Times  

By Giulia Paravicini and Tuvan Gumrukcu Turkey mediating Somalia-Ethiopia talks on port deal -Turkey has begun mediating talks between Somalia and Ethiopia over a port deal Addis Ababa signed with the breakaway region of Somaliland earlier this year, Ankara and four officials familiar with the matter said. Turkey's foreign ministry said Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had hosted both his Ethiopian …

Turkey’s president expresses willingness to restore diplomatic ties with Syria
9 months ago

Turkey’s president expresses willingness to restore diplomatic ties with Syria

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday that there is no obstacle preventing Turkey and Syria from restoring diplomatic ties that were cut off at the start of the Syrian civil war more than a decade ago. The Syrian government has repeatedly condemned Ankara’s control over a territory that it took hold of through several military incursions …

Iraq, Turkey to elevate security, economic ties after Erdogan visit
11 months, 1 week ago

Iraq, Turkey to elevate security, economic ties after Erdogan visit

Hindustan Times  

By Timour Azhari, Ece Toksabay and Ahmed Rasheed Iraq, Turkey to elevate security, economic ties after Erdogan visit BAGHDAD -Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said relations with Iraq were entering a new phase after the neighbours agreed to cooperate against Kurdish militants, boost economic ties via a new trade corridor and consider Iraq's needs for access to scarce water. The two …

Somalia announces deal with Turkey to deter Ethiopia’s access to sea through a breakaway region
1 year, 1 month ago

Somalia announces deal with Turkey to deter Ethiopia’s access to sea through a breakaway region

Associated Press  

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia announced on Wednesday a defense deal with Turkey that includes support for the Horn of Africa nation’s sea assets and appears aimed at deterring Ethiopia’s efforts to secure access to the sea by way of the breakaway region of Somaliland. Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre described the defense and economic deal with Turkey as “a …

Leaders of Turkey and Egypt unite in efforts to stop Israel’s looming offensive in Gaza’s Rafah
1 year, 1 month ago

Leaders of Turkey and Egypt unite in efforts to stop Israel’s looming offensive in Gaza’s Rafah

Associated Press  

CAIRO — Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Edrogan and Egypt’s leader united their efforts Wednesday in Cairo, calling for a halt to Israel’s looming offensive on a southern Gaza city in its war against Hamas. Erdogan met with President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi at Cairo’s Ittihadiya palace, according to Egypt’s state-run media. The war in Gaza has reached a critical point, with …

Saudi Arabia buys Turkish drones during Erdogan’s visit
1 year, 8 months ago

Saudi Arabia buys Turkish drones during Erdogan’s visit

Al Jazeera  

Erdogan is also set to visit Qatar and the UAE as he looks to improve relations and secure trade deals with the Gulf states. Saudi Arabia has agreed to buy Turkish drones, one of several lucrative contracts President Recep Tayyip Erdogan secured for Turkey’s struggling economy as Ankara reaps the benefits of his recent diplomatic push to repair ties with …

Turkish President Erdogan visits Gulf Arab states, seeking funds for ailing economy
1 year, 8 months ago

Turkish President Erdogan visits Gulf Arab states, seeking funds for ailing economy

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan traveled to Saudi Arabia on Monday in a three-stop tour of Persian Gulf states to seek trade and investment opportunities for Turkey’s floundering economy. Turkey’s current account deficit reached record levels this year – $37.7 billion in the first five months — and Erdogan is hoping the oil- and gas-rich Gulf states will …

Egypt hails el-Sisi, Erdogan handshake as new beginning in ties
2 years, 4 months ago

Egypt hails el-Sisi, Erdogan handshake as new beginning in ties

Al Jazeera  

The two leaders ‘confirmed the depth of historical ties between the two countries’ during their brief encounter, the Egyptian presidency says. The Egyptian presidency has hailed what it calls a new beginning in ties with Turkey, a day after Egypt’s leader shook hands with his Turkish counterpart for the first time. Presidents Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Recep Tayyip Erdogan “confirmed …

Erdogan says warming Israel ties won’t weaken Palestine support
2 years, 7 months ago

Erdogan says warming Israel ties won’t weaken Palestine support

Al Jazeera  

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s remarks come after a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, a week after Turkey and Israel announced a decision to establish diplomatic ties. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said that recent steps to normalise Ankara’s ties with Israel will not weaken the country’s support for Palestine in the conflict between the two sides. Erdogan’s …

Turkey’s Erdogan says he won’t rule out dialogue with Syria
2 years, 7 months ago

Turkey’s Erdogan says he won’t rule out dialogue with Syria

Al Jazeera  

Erdogan said Turkey did not want to seize Syrian territory as the Syrian opposition fears a potential deal between Ankara and Damascus. Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says dialogue and diplomacy with the Syrian government cannot be ruled out, the latest sign that Ankara may be willing to mend ties with its southern neighbour. The incursions into Syria and the …

Erdogan: Turkey's Syria operation could happen 'suddenly'
2 years, 10 months ago

Erdogan: Turkey's Syria operation could happen 'suddenly'

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Turkey’s president told journalists that Ankara remains committed to rooting …

Erdogan touts Turkey investment potential on landmark UAE visit
3 years, 1 month ago

Erdogan touts Turkey investment potential on landmark UAE visit

Al Jazeera  

Cooperation agreements, memorandums of understanding and protocols were signed during Erdogan’s two-day visit to the UAE. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has lauded his country’s investment advantages to business people in the United Arab Emirates as the two countries seek to build economic bridges after years of animosity. UAE’s de facto ruler Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al …

Erdogan visits UAE to bolster political, economic ties
3 years, 1 month ago

Erdogan visits UAE to bolster political, economic ties

Al Jazeera  

Ankara and Abu Dhabi seem to be mending relations as both leaders promise increased regional cooperation. Erdogan was greeted by the Gulf state’s de facto ruler Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan, who visited Ankara last November when investment accords worth billions of dollars were signed. Erdogan’s visit – the first since 2013 – “opens a new, positive …

Turkey, UAE sign cooperation agreements as they mend ties
3 years, 4 months ago

Turkey, UAE sign cooperation agreements as they mend ties

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Abu Dhabi’s powerful crown prince oversaw the signing of several investment and cooperation deals Wednesday, as Turkey and the United Arab Emirates move to repair relations and boost economic ties. The agreements were signed during a visit by the crown prince, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who’s seen as the …

UAE crown prince to meet Erdogan for talks to ‘improve relations’
3 years, 4 months ago

UAE crown prince to meet Erdogan for talks to ‘improve relations’

Al Jazeera  

Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will meet Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Turkey in first high-level interaction for years. Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s de facto ruler, will visit Turkey for talks with President Tayyip Erdogan, the Turkish Presidency said, as the regional rivals try to repair frayed ties. Wednesday’s visit came “at the …

Turkey-Israel continued dialogue ‘mutually beneficial’: Erdogan
3 years, 4 months ago

Turkey-Israel continued dialogue ‘mutually beneficial’: Erdogan

Al Jazeera  

In phone conversation with Israeli counterpart, Isaac Herzog, Turkish president says ‘differences of opinion can be minimised if acted with mutual understanding’. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has held a rare phone conversation with his Israeli counterpart, Isaac Herzog, saying the continuation of dialogue between the two countries is in the common interest. A statement by Turkey’s Communications Directorate said …

As Erdogan set for another tour, Turkey deepens ties with Africa
3 years, 5 months ago

As Erdogan set for another tour, Turkey deepens ties with Africa

Al Jazeera  

Over the past two decades, Turkey has sought to present itself as an alternative external power in the African continent. “Turkey’s relations with two prominent countries, Nigeria and Angola, which have enormous energy resources are currently far behind their potentials,” Yigit told Al Jazeera. Turkey’s flag carrier Turkish Airlines operates flights to 60 different destinations across 39 countries while the …

Erdogan visits US amid disagreements with President Biden
3 years, 6 months ago

Erdogan visits US amid disagreements with President Biden

Al Jazeera  

Turkey hopes relations with the US – for years blighted by a litany of disputes – can be salvaged as President Erdogan attends the UN General Assembly. “The only difference in Erdogan’s policy goes back to a meeting with Biden at which he convinced him that Turkey could play a bigger role in Afghanistan,” said Emre Caliskan, research fellow at …

Turkey aims to improve ties with Egypt, UAE
3 years, 6 months ago

Turkey aims to improve ties with Egypt, UAE

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — Turkey continued on Tuesday to reach out to regional rivals Egypt and the United Arab Emirates in a renewed bid to mend frayed ties that have stoked regional tensions. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said his country was taking “positive steps” to improve relations as Turkish and Egyptian officials were holding a second round of talks in Ankara. …

Turkey offers to mediate between Ethiopia and Sudan
3 years, 7 months ago

Turkey offers to mediate between Ethiopia and Sudan

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday backed a peaceful resolution for the Tigray conflict in Ethiopia that has displaced tens of thousands and left millions hungry. He also said Turkey was willing to mediate between Ethiopia and Sudan to resolve a separate border dispute. The visit comes amid a broadening of the conflict in Tigray, which …

Erdogan backs peaceful resolution to Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict
3 years, 7 months ago

Erdogan backs peaceful resolution to Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict

Al Jazeera  

Turkish leader also tells Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed that Ankara is willing to mediate in Sudan border dispute. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan backs a peaceful resolution to Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict, which has displaced tens of thousands and left millions hungry. Erdogan told visiting Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Wednesday that the war-hit country’s “peace and integrity is …

Turkish and Israeli presidents talk in rare phone call
3 years, 8 months ago

Turkish and Israeli presidents talk in rare phone call

Al Jazeera  

Turkey’s Erdogan and new Israeli President Herzog speak on phone in sign of possible thaw after years of strained ties between the two countries. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has spoken with his new Israeli counterpart Isaac Herzog, in a sign of a possible thaw between the two former allies after years of frosty relations. According to a statement by …

Turkey’s Erdogan woos Egypt, Gulf states in push to repair ties
3 years, 10 months ago

Turkey’s Erdogan woos Egypt, Gulf states in push to repair ties

Al Jazeera  

Turkey has been pushing to repair ties with estranged regional powers, sending delegations in recent months for talks in Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Turkey hopes to maximise its cooperation with Egypt and Gulf nations “on a win-win basis”, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said, as Ankara works to repair its strained ties with Cairo and some Gulf Arab nations after …

Turkey Pres Erdogan invokes Ummah, asks Muslim leaders to take stand against Israel
3 years, 10 months ago

Turkey Pres Erdogan invokes Ummah, asks Muslim leaders to take stand against Israel

Op India  

Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called up other Muslim leaders to discuss the Israel-Palestine conflict and urged them to take a stand against Israel. Earlier, Erdogan had reportedly sought to intensify the conflict as he promised Palestinian authority as well as Islamic fundamentalist group Hamas that Turkey will put its weight behind the Muslim world to ‘stop Israel’s terrorism and …

Turkey’s foreign minister in Saudi Arabia for talks to mend ties
3 years, 10 months ago

Turkey’s foreign minister in Saudi Arabia for talks to mend ties

Al Jazeera  

Trip comes as two countries look to reset relationship strained following 2018 killing of Saudi journalist in Istanbul. Turkey’s foreign minister has arrived in Saudi Arabia for talks, his first trip since journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s 2018 murder in Istanbul worsened relations between both countries. Turkish officials had said Cavusoglu’s visit could include talks on possible sales of Turkish drones to …

Egyptian, Turkish officials end talks with no clear progress
3 years, 10 months ago

Egyptian, Turkish officials end talks with no clear progress

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy With no clear progress, Egyptian …

Egyptian and Turkish officials meet for talks to mend rift
3 years, 10 months ago

Egyptian and Turkish officials meet for talks to mend rift

Al Jazeera  

Egypt says ‘exploratory’ talks will focus on steps ‘that may lead towards normalisation of ties’ between two countries. The two-day “political consultations” on Wednesday between the two nations starting in Cairo were chaired by Hamdi Loza, Egypt’s deputy foreign minister, and his Turkish counterpart Sedat Onal. It described the talks as “exploratory discussions” that would focus on “the necessary steps …

Turkey’s Erdogan and Saudi King Salman discuss ties over phone
3 years, 10 months ago

Turkey’s Erdogan and Saudi King Salman discuss ties over phone

Al Jazeera  

Ankara wants to improve ties with Riyadh after relations were rocked by Khashoggi murder by Saudi hit squad in Istanbul. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz have discussed bilateral ties in a call, the second conversation between the two leaders in less than a month. Turkey is seeking to improve ties with Saudi Arabia …

Turkey’s President Erdogan, Saudi king discuss improving ties
4 years, 4 months ago

Turkey’s President Erdogan, Saudi king discuss improving ties

Al Jazeera  

Turkish President Erdogan and Saudi King Salman discussed bilateral ties and agreed to resolve lingering disputes. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed ways of enhancing ties with King Salman of Saudi Arabia in a rare phone call since the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Erdogan and the Saudi king discussed bilateral relations and exchanged views on the G20 summit, the …

Turkey threatens to cut diplomatic ties with UAE over deal on normalizing relations with Israel
4 years, 7 months ago

Turkey threatens to cut diplomatic ties with UAE over deal on normalizing relations with Israel

India TV News  

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said that he is considering breaking off all diplomatic ties with the UAE after the Gulf nation announced a landmark deal establishing formal relations with Israel. Erdogan harshly criticized the UAE for its deal with Israel, as most Arab nations have historically refrained from maintaining formal diplomatic relations with Tel Aviv in protest against …

Iran, Turkey lash out at UAE over agreement with Israel
4 years, 7 months ago

Iran, Turkey lash out at UAE over agreement with Israel

ABC  

Iran and Turkey lashed out at their regional rival the United Arab Emirates on Friday over its decision to normalise diplomatic relations with Israel in a US-brokered deal, accusing it of betraying the Palestinian cause. Key points: The UAE has never fought Israel and has quietly been improving ties for years The Turkish Foreign Ministry said the UAE had no …

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