Turkish Prez Erdogan's Pak visit postponed amid global pressure to halt military ops against Kurds
5 years, 2 months ago

Turkish Prez Erdogan's Pak visit postponed amid global pressure to halt military ops against Kurds

India TV News  

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's planned visit to Pakistan has been postponed, the foreign office announced here on Thursday, amidst growing international pressure, including from India, on Ankara to stop a cross-border offensive against Kurdish-led forces in Syria. "Prime Minister Imran Khan has called the Turkish President and reiterated Pakistan's support and solidarity with Turkey," The Express Tribune quoted the spokesperson as saying. US Vice President Mike Pence, accompanied by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrived in Turkey on Thursday to push President Erdogan for a ceasefire in Syria after Ankara rebuffed international pressure to halt its offensive against Kurdish forces. Turkish troops and allied Syrian rebels launched the offensive in northern Syria last week against members of a Kurdish militia that dominates the Syrian Democratic Forces, called the People's Protection Units.

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With Assad’s Fall, Erdogan Oversees Turkey’s Growing Regional Clout
1 month ago

With Assad’s Fall, Erdogan Oversees Turkey’s Growing Regional Clout

Live Mint  

-- Of all the winners and losers from Syria’s sudden change of power, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stands out as among those with the most to gain. “While Ankara’s precise role in the surprising turn of events remains a topic of speculation, the rebel offensive could not have gone ahead without Turkey’s consent and support.” The question now is …

Where Turkey stands as Syrian government falls to opposition insurgents
1 month ago

Where Turkey stands as Syrian government falls to opposition insurgents

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Syrian refugees across Turkey jubilantly welcomed the downfall of Bashar Assad’s government Sunday, with many embracing the chance to return to their homeland. FILE - From left: Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands during their meeting in Ankara, Turkey, Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. Share Share Copy Link …

Turkey’s Erdogan says he remains hopeful about reconciliation with Syria
1 month, 4 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
4 months, 1 week 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's Erdogan renews push to restore ties with Syria that were severed over a decade ago
6 months ago

Turkey's Erdogan renews push to restore ties with Syria that were severed over a decade ago

New Indian Express  

ISTANBUL: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reiterated his willingness to restore ties with Syria and extended an “invitation” Sunday to bring back relations to "how they were in the past." We met with Assad as a family, ” Erdogan told journalists Sunday on a flight from Berlin, where he watched Turkey play the Netherlands in the quarter-final of the European …

Turkey’s president expresses willingness to restore diplomatic ties with Syria
6 months, 1 week 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 …

Hamas chief to visit Turkey this weekend: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Hamas chief to visit Turkey this weekend: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Hindustan Times  

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday he will host the leader of Palestinian militant group Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh, in Turkey this weekend. Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan "The leader of the Palestinian cause will be my guest this weekend," Erdogan, an outspoken critic of Israel, told lawmakers. Their last meeting was in July 2023 when Erdogan hosted Haniyeh at …

Amid Israel-Hamas War, Turkey Prez Erdogan to be in US on May 9, his 1st in Biden admin
9 months, 1 week ago

Amid Israel-Hamas War, Turkey Prez Erdogan to be in US on May 9, his 1st in Biden admin

Firstpost  

Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan will visit the United States on May 9. Turkish media had also reported that Erdogan would reiterate his demand for Israel to stop attacks in Gaza and the two-state solution to the problem In a first that comes at the close of the Biden administration, Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan will visit the United States on May …

Turkey’s top diplomat visits Iraq and seeks support against Kurdish militant group
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Turkey’s top diplomat visits Iraq and seeks support against Kurdish militant group

Associated Press  

BAGHDAD — Turkey’s top diplomat was in Baghdad for high-level meetings on Thursday, ahead of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s expected visit next month and a potential Turkish offensive against a Kurdish militant group that maintains bases in Iraq. A joint statement issued by the two countries after Thursday’s meetings said both sides had “stressed that the PKK organization represents a …

Turkey offers to host Russia-Ukraine peace talks as Erdogan hosts Zelenskyy
10 months ago

Turkey offers to host Russia-Ukraine peace talks as Erdogan hosts Zelenskyy

Al Jazeera  

Erdogan pitches himself as go-between, Zelenskyy indicates Russia would not be invited to the first meeting. Turkey is ready to host a summit between Ukraine and Russia to end the war, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said after talks with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Istanbul. We are prepared to move quickly to put… pic.twitter.com/mDpYDDEnwi — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир …

Iran's foreign minister to visit Pakistan after tit-for-tat attack, envoys of both nations to resume duties
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Iran's foreign minister to visit Pakistan after tit-for-tat attack, envoys of both nations to resume duties

India TV News  

Islamabad: Iran and Pakistan which had recently indulged in the highest-profile cross-border intrusions in recent years, both neighbouring nations have now decided to stabilise the relations as Tehran's Foreign Minister has announced to visit Islamabad. Iran’s foreign ministry said that the Foreign Minister would visit Islamabad on Monday, January 29, and its ambassador would resume duties in Pakistan's national capital …

Turkish President Erdogan says Putin may visit Turkey in August
1 year, 5 months ago

Turkish President Erdogan says Putin may visit Turkey in August

Firstpost  

Erdogan expressed his optimism that the visit will likely occur in August. On Putin’s recent offer to send grain to African countries free of charge, Erdogan said, “We’re in line with Russia on this issue, that is, we will turn the grains coming from Russia through the Black Sea corridor into flour and we will transport to poor African countries …

Turkish President Erdogan visits Gulf Arab states, seeking funds for ailing economy
1 year, 5 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 …

Erdogan open to meeting al-Assad but not to withdrawal from Syria
1 year, 5 months ago

Erdogan open to meeting al-Assad but not to withdrawal from Syria

Al Jazeera  

Turkey has been the biggest military and political ally of the Syrian opposition in the war-torn country’s northwest. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he is open to talks with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad but would not meet him if a withdrawal of Turkish troops from Syrian territory were set as a condition. Speaking to reporters in Istanbul on Monday …

Live updates: Erdogan wins Turkey’s election
1 year, 7 months ago

Live updates: Erdogan wins Turkey’s election

CNN  

Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, left, meets Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia in Astana, Kazakhstan, on October 13. Murat Kula/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images Turkey has a “special” and growing relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin despite mounting pressure on Ankara to help bolster Western sanctions against Moscow, Turkish …

Turkey Rubs Salt on Pakistan’s Wounds, Allows Qatar Emir’s Visit to Quake-Hit Nation After No to Sharif
1 year, 10 months ago

Turkey Rubs Salt on Pakistan’s Wounds, Allows Qatar Emir’s Visit to Quake-Hit Nation After No to Sharif

News 18  

Two days after Turkey cancelled Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to the earthquake-hit country, saying they were “busy in the earthquake rescue and relief operations”, it gave the go-ahead to Qatar’s Emir to visit along with a high-level delegation. However, according to a source in the Pakistan Foreign Office, Sharif cancelled his visit on Turkish officials’ request as Ankara …

Turkey allows Qatar Emir’s visit days after cancelling Pakistan PM Shehbaz's visit amid earthquake
1 year, 10 months ago

Turkey allows Qatar Emir’s visit days after cancelling Pakistan PM Shehbaz's visit amid earthquake

India TV News  

Turkey earthquakes: In a major embarrassment for Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Turkey has allowed Qatar's Emir to visit their country with a high-level delegation-- nearly two days after it asked Sharif to cancel his trip. According to media reports, Turkey, which has been facing a major humanitarian crisis following a powerful earthquake, has reportedly directed Pakistan's Prime Minister to …

Turkish president acknowledges 'shortcomings' in quake response: Report
1 year, 11 months ago

Turkish president acknowledges 'shortcomings' in quake response: Report

Hindustan Times  

Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan has acknowledged there were ‘shortcomings’ in response to the earthquake which has left 9,057 dead in his country, AFP reported. Turkey, Syria earthquake LIVE coverage Erdogan, who has already declared a 90-day emergency across ten provinces of the country, visited the earthquake epicentre Kahramanmaras and responded to the criticism faced by his government. Turkish President …

‘Busy in Rescue & Relief Works’: Turkey Cancels Pakistan PM Sharif’s Visit Amid Deadly Earthquakes
1 year, 11 months ago

‘Busy in Rescue & Relief Works’: Turkey Cancels Pakistan PM Sharif’s Visit Amid Deadly Earthquakes

News 18  

Turkey, which is grappling with the devastation caused by three earthquakes that have killed more than 8,000 people, including in neighbouring Syria, has cancelled Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to the country. According to a source in the Pakistan Foreign Office, Sharif cancelled his visit on Turkish officials’ request as Ankara is “busy in the earthquake rescue and relief …

Erdogan signals ground operation into Syria ‘soon’
2 years, 1 month ago

Erdogan signals ground operation into Syria ‘soon’

The Hindu  

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vowed on Tuesday that Turkey would "soon" launch a ground operation into Syria against Kurdish targets defying mounting international pressure. The United States on late Monday urged de-escalation and Russia said on Tuesday it hoped Turkey would exercise "restraint" and refrain from "excessive use of force" in Syria. "A joint base north of Hasakeh used for …

Erdogan threatens Syria ground operation ‘as soon as possible’
2 years, 1 month ago

Erdogan threatens Syria ground operation ‘as soon as possible’

Al Jazeera  

Erdogan’s comments come as Russia calls for restraint, despite understanding Turkey’s ‘security concerns’. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has hinted that Ankara is planning to deploy ground forces to attack Kurdish-led People’s Protection Units, or YPG, forces based across the border in Syria. The Kremlin has said Russia respects Turkey’s “legitimate” security concerns over Syria but added that all parties …

Israeli PM meets Turkish president, first time in 14 years
2 years, 3 months ago

Israeli PM meets Turkish president, first time in 14 years

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israel’s prime minister has met with Turkey’s president for the first time in 14 years, the latest sign of warming ties between the two regional powers after a long and bitter rift. The office of Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid said he met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Tuesday, on the sidelines of the United Nations …

Turkey plans Syria incursion as long as threat lingers
2 years, 5 months ago

Turkey plans Syria incursion as long as threat lingers

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his government’s plan for a new military offensive in northern Syria will be on the table as long as Kurdish militants continue to pose a security threat to his country. In May, Erdogan announced plans for a new military operation in Syria to drive away Syrian Kurdish militia that Ankara says …

Turkey’s Erdogan renews case for Syria operation at Tehran talks
2 years, 5 months ago

Turkey’s Erdogan renews case for Syria operation at Tehran talks

Al Jazeera  

President Erdogan says Turkey wants more help from Russia and Iran, but can fight ‘terrorist’ organisations without needing any support. Tehran, Iran – Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has renewed warnings that Ankara could launch a new military operation in northern Syria, as he met his Russian and Iranian counterparts in Tehran. Ankara considers the YPG a “terrorist” group and …

Iran’s Khamenei warns Erdogan against Syria military operation
2 years, 5 months ago

Iran’s Khamenei warns Erdogan against Syria military operation

Al Jazeera  

Turkish president met Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei and President Raisi in advance of a trilateral summit with Russian President Putin, with Ukraine and Syria on the agenda. Tehran, Iran – Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has advised Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan not to launch a new military operation in Syria, in advance of the arrival of Russian President …

Saudi crown prince to meet Turkey’s president in Ankara
2 years, 6 months ago

Saudi crown prince to meet Turkey’s president in Ankara

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman plans to visit Ankara next week, Turkey’s president said Friday. Erdogan said he and the crown prince would discuss advancing Turkish-Saudi relations to a “much higher degree” during delegation and one-on-one meetings at the presidential palace. The crown prince’s visit to Turkey would continue a fast thaw of relations following a breakdown …

Turkish FM makes rare visit to Israel as nations mend ties
2 years, 7 months ago

Turkish FM makes rare visit to Israel as nations mend ties

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Turkey’s foreign minister visited Israel on Wednesday as part of ongoing efforts to improve ties between the two countries, which have often been bitterly divided in recent years over Turkey’s support for the Palestinians. Mevlut Cavusoglu, on the first official visit to Israel by a Turkish official in 15 years, said that normalizing ties with Israel and addressing …

Erdogan: New military operation in Syria ‘soon’
2 years, 7 months ago

Erdogan: New military operation in Syria ‘soon’

Al Jazeera  

Turkish leader says aim is to create 30km ‘safe zone’ in Syria; would be fourth major Turkish incursion since 2016. Speaking following a cabinet meeting on Monday, Erdogan said the operation would aim to resume Turkish efforts to create a 30km “safe zone” along its border with Syria. In response to Erdogan’s comments, the SDF said that there had been …

Turkey’s Erdogan threatens new incursion into Syria
2 years, 7 months ago

Turkey’s Erdogan threatens new incursion into Syria

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan threatened Monday to launch a new military operation in Syria to secure Turkey’s southern border. Speaking following a Cabinet meeting, Erdogan said the aim of the operation would be resume Turkish efforts to create a 30-kilometer safe zone along its border with Syria. “We will soon take new steps regarding the incomplete …

Israeli president in Turkey in effort to mend ties
2 years, 10 months ago

Israeli president in Turkey in effort to mend ties

Al Jazeera  

Israel’s Herzog will meet Turkey’s Erdogan in the first trip by an Israeli leader since 2008 as the countries seek a rapprochement. Israel’s president is set to hold talks with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the capital, Ankara, as the countries seek to mend fractured ties during the first visit by an Israeli leader since 2008. Erdogan has …

UAE crown prince to meet Erdogan for talks to ‘improve relations’
3 years, 1 month 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 …

As Erdogan set for another tour, Turkey deepens ties with Africa
3 years, 2 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 …

Putin, Erdogan sit down for talks on war-torn Syria
3 years, 3 months ago

Putin, Erdogan sit down for talks on war-torn Syria

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan for talks Wednesday in the Black Sea resort of Sochi that were expected to focus on war-torn Syria. Erdogan echoed that sentiment and said he believed “there is great benefit in continuing our Turkish-Russian relations by strengthening them every day.” On Syria, Russia is the main ally …

Turkey’s Erdogan looks to Putin after Biden talks disappoint
3 years, 3 months ago

Turkey’s Erdogan looks to Putin after Biden talks disappoint

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday that recent talks with U.S. President Joe Biden had proved disappointing, and that his country, a NATO member, would seek closer ties with Russia. “In the discussions with Mr. Biden that I’d been anticipating, there wasn’t the desired outcome.. As two NATO countries, we need to be at a different point,” …

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan again refers to Kashmir issue in UNGA address
3 years, 3 months ago

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan again refers to Kashmir issue in UNGA address

India TV News  

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has again referred to the issue of Kashmir in his address to world leaders at the high-level UN General Assembly session. Erdogan in his address to the General Debate on Tuesday said: "We maintain our stance in favour of solving the ongoing problem in Kashmir for 74 years, through dialogue between the parties and within …

Erdogan visits US amid disagreements with President Biden
3 years, 3 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 …

Why Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan is reaching out to Taliban as US exits Afghanistan
3 years, 4 months ago

Why Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan is reaching out to Taliban as US exits Afghanistan

Firstpost  

The Turkish president sees an opportunity to not only improve his standing amongst NATO allies, but also curb the flow of Afghan migrants into his country Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday held his first talks with the Taliban in Kabul. We are continuously updating our plans according to developments regarding the security situation.” Erdogan further said that “Turkey …

Turkey aims for dialogue with Taliban on Kabul Airport plan
3 years, 5 months ago

Turkey aims for dialogue with Taliban on Kabul Airport plan

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — Turkey’s president said Tuesday his country will talk with the Taliban regarding Turkey’s bid to operate and secure the airport in the Afghan capital, Kabul. Speaking after Eid al-Adha prayers in northern Cyprus, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan acknowledged that the hardline Islamist group had some “discomforts” over Turkey’s proposed plans for Hamid Karzai International Airport. “This process will …

Turkey Pres Erdogan invokes Ummah, asks Muslim leaders to take stand against Israel
3 years, 7 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 threatens new military operation into Syria
4 years, 2 months ago

Turkey threatens new military operation into Syria

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan threatened Wednesday to launch a new military operation in northern Syria if Kurdish militants are not cleared from areas along its border with Syria. In his first remarks on Monday’s airstrike that killed dozens of fighters, Erdogan said: “Russia’s attack targeting the Syrian National Army forces’ training center is a sign that …

Turkey vows to drive Syrian forces back from Idlib
4 years, 10 months ago

Turkey vows to drive Syrian forces back from Idlib

Al Jazeera  

President Erdogan says Ankara will ‘not take a smallest step back in Idlib’ against Syrian forces. Turkey plans to push Syrian government forces away from its military observation posts in northwest Syria’s Idlib region by the end of February, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, despite advances by the Russian-backed military. “We are planning to save those of our observation posts …

Erdogan urges Putin to rein in Syria, end human crisis
4 years, 10 months ago

Erdogan urges Putin to rein in Syria, end human crisis

Associated Press  

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey’s president urged Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephone call Friday to “restrain” the Syrian government and halt the humanitarian crisis unfolding in northwestern Syria as Damascus wages a military offensive against the last rebel stronghold in the country. Recep Tayyip Erdogan also called for the full implementation of a 2018 Turkish-Russian cease-fire agreement for Idlib …

Turkish President Erdogan vows to support Pakistan on Kashmir issue
4 years, 10 months ago

Turkish President Erdogan vows to support Pakistan on Kashmir issue

Deccan Chronicle  

Islamabad: Notwithstanding India's objection, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday once again raked up the Kashmir issue, vowing that Ankara will support Pakistan's stand as it is a matter of concern to both the countries. Voicing his country's support to Pakistan's stand on the Kashmir issue, he said it can be resolved not through conflict or oppression but on …

Erdogan’s White House visit renews tensions over Turkey’s aggression
5 years, 1 month ago

Erdogan’s White House visit renews tensions over Turkey’s aggression

LA Times  

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to the White House drew sharp bipartisan criticism from Congress and rallied protesters across the capital on Wednesday who decried Turkey’s recent military foray into northeastern Syria. Erdogan arrived at the White House under heavy security and was largely shielded from the view of the several hundred demonstrators, including Armenian, Kurdish, Jewish and Christian …

Trump, Erdogan Have 'Frank' Discussion About Syria
5 years, 1 month ago

Trump, Erdogan Have 'Frank' Discussion About Syria

NPR  

Trump, Erdogan Have 'Frank' Discussion About Syria Enlarge this image toggle caption Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images Updated at 5:15 p.m. ET President Trump had what he called a "wonderful and very productive" meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday, at the same time as House impeachment hearings got underway on the other …

Erdogan says Turkey to stay in Syria until other states pull out
5 years, 2 months ago

Erdogan says Turkey to stay in Syria until other states pull out

Al Jazeera  

Turkish president also says offensive will continue until all Kurdish forces leave the region. Turkey will not leave Syria until other countries pull out, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said, adding that Ankara will continue its cross-border offensive against Kurdish fighters until they have entirely left the region. Turkey launched its third military offensive into northeast Syria last month to …

Syrian president Bashar al-Assad says he does not want neighbouring Turkey as an 'enemy' despite stand-off between forces
5 years, 2 months ago

Syrian president Bashar al-Assad says he does not want neighbouring Turkey as an 'enemy' despite stand-off between forces

Firstpost  

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said he did not want to make an “enemy” of neighbouring Turkey despite the stand-off between their forces in the north of the country Damascus: Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said he did not want to make an “enemy” of neighbouring Turkey despite the stand-off between their forces in the north of the country. Assad said however …

Erdogan: Joint patrols with Turkey and Russia start Friday
5 years, 2 months ago

Erdogan: Joint patrols with Turkey and Russia start Friday

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — Joint Turkish-Russian patrols will begin Friday in northeastern Syria, following a Russian-brokered cease-fire that promised to have Syrian Kurdish forces withdraw to the south, Turkey’s president said Wednesday. He said Turkey will “respond in the harshest way to any attacks” and that “if needed, we will expand our safe zone.” Turkey invaded northeastern Syria earlier this month to …

Turkey Warns U.S. Against Hosting Syrian Kurdish Military Commander
5 years, 2 months ago

Turkey Warns U.S. Against Hosting Syrian Kurdish Military Commander

NPR  

Turkey Warns U.S. Against Hosting Syrian Kurdish Military Commander Enlarge this image toggle caption AFP via Getty Images AFP via Getty Images Updated at 4:55 p.m. "Our allies' dialogue with a terrorist wanted with a red notice is unacceptable," Turkish foreign minister Mevut Cavusoglu told Turkey's state-run Anadolu news agency Friday. "Following President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's instructions," the Turkish state …

No longer the obedient NATO ally, Erdogan floats nuclear option
5 years, 2 months ago

No longer the obedient NATO ally, Erdogan floats nuclear option

CNN  

CNN — It’s no secret that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sees his country as the pre-eminent Muslim power in the Middle East. Last year, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman told CBS News that the Kingdom “does not want to acquire any nuclear bomb, but without a doubt if Iran developed a nuclear bomb, we will follow suit …

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