Ukrainian and Turkish Foreign Ministers Meet in Ankara
Rustem Umerov, Secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council, held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara, the capital of Türkiye.
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Rustem Umerov, Secretary of Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council, held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara, the capital of Türkiye.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to host his Mauritanian counterpart, Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug, in Ankara for discussions focused on expanding cooperation in trade and defense.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to visit Qatar for discussions expected to focus on preparations for a high-level strategic meeting, regional security, and Israel's actions.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani held a phone call to discuss ongoing regional developments and potential US-Iran talks.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan considers an upcoming NATO summit in Ankara a historic opportunity to reaffirm the alliance amidst ongoing debates about its future.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled for a two-day official visit to Austria, where he will engage in discussions with his Austrian counterpart on a busy agenda covering EU relations and regional conflicts.

The US Navy is actively searching for mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil chokepoint, with concerns that reopening it could take months. Turkey and Germany are among the nations considering deploying mine-clearing vessels to assist in potential demining operations.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited London and signed a 'Strategic Cooperation Framework' with his British counterpart, Yvette Cooper. Discussions included the war in Ukraine, developments in the Middle East, and new geopolitical balances.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has reportedly targeted Greece's ties with Israel, indicating potential diplomatic tensions between Turkey and Greece. The comments highlight regional geopolitical dynamics.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has accused the alliance between Greece, Cyprus, and Israel of posing a threat to Turkey and Muslim countries, labeling it an "anti-Islamic" military alliance. He also suggested Israel is attempting to create a "fait accompli" in Lebanon.

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Israeli expansionism is emerging as a formidable threat and a global problem across the region.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held meetings with his British and Russian counterparts during the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, discussing various international issues.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held phone calls with his counterparts in Egypt, Badr Abdelatty, and Iraq, Fouad Hussain, as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's remarks came just a day after President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sharply escalated rhetoric by threatening possible military action against the Jewish state.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani has visited Ankara for talks, just days after Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's visit to Damascus, signaling a deepening of diplomatic ties between the two nations.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan hosted the U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack on Monday, following Barrack's critical visit to Syria. The ministry did not comment on the specifics of their discussion.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held phone calls with his Jordanian, Qatari, Egyptian, and Japanese counterparts as Ankara seeks to defuse tensions in the Middle East and promote anti-war diplomacy.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh in Ankara to discuss regional and global issues.

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that the country's main priority is to end the ongoing war and prevent its spread across the wider region, warning that instability fuels prolonged conflicts, and further asserted that Israel poses the biggest obstacle to peace in the region.

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has intensified diplomatic efforts, holding separate calls with his Egyptian, Norwegian, and Pakistani counterparts to coordinate international action aimed at ending the Iran war.

As top officials of the Gulf countries came together to assess the impact of the U.S.-Israel-Iran war, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan joined them last week. The top diplomat of Iran’...

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said attacks on Iran are just as wrong as Tehran’s strikes across the region, stressing that escalating actions by all sides risk further destabilizing...

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has condemned Israel's killing of Ali Laridjani in Iran as 'illegal,' coinciding with Fidan's diplomatic trip to the Middle East.

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand is scheduled to visit Türkiye on Tuesday for discussions with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, according to Turkish Foreign Ministry sources.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that there is no serious initiative to resume US-Iran negotiations, but he believes Iran is open to non-public discussions.

Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand announced she will travel to Türkiye to meet with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan for discussions on the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Turqia po bisedon me Uashingtonin dhe Teheranin në një përpjekje për t’i dhënë fund luftës me Iranin, tha të enjten Ministri i Jashtëm Hakan Fidan.

Germany's Foreign Minister is scheduled to visit Türkiye to hold discussions with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties, expanding trade, and addressing ongoing regional crises.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation regarding the recent violation of Turkish airspace by an Iranian ballistic missile, which was intercepted by NATO forces over Gaziantep province.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held phone calls with top diplomats from Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Canada to discuss the latest developments and evolving situation in the Middle East.

Ministrul turc de Externe Hakan Fidan a declarat marţi că strategia Iranului de a bombarda toate ţările din Golf „fără a face nicio diferenţă” este „o strategie incredibil de greşită”.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday that Iran’s strategy of attacking Gulf states in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli attacks against it was an “incredibly wrong strategy” and increased instability in the region. “Iran’s indiscriminate bombing of all these places is an incredibly wrong strategy,” he told state broadcaster TRT Haber, and added […]

Ministrul turc de externe, Hakan Fidan, a declarat marţi că, cel puţin deocamdată, nu există semne ale unei situaţii interne în Iran care să conducă la căderea regimului şi a avertizat asupra…

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said stability in Iran and the wider region is critical, stressing that Ankara is making intensive efforts to ensure calm and help restore a...

Hakan Fidan, representing Turkish President Erdoğan, attended a 'Peace Council' meeting in Washington with the clear goal of positioning Turkey as a key player in the 'day after' in Gaza, while also assessing the US-Iran dynamic.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan remains committed to ensuring Gaza's security stabilization and recovery, according to Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan attended the NATO foreign ministers meeting in Helsingborg, Sweden, to discuss security priorities and engage in bilateral contacts.

Germany will host Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Monday for the third meeting of the Türkiye-Germany Strategic Dialogue Mechanism, a platform designed to enhance bilateral relations.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke over the phone with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Sunday, with sources indicating discussions on the latest developments.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi to discuss ongoing US-Iran talks.

Cypriot government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis called on Turkey to 'look in the mirror' concerning the lack of progress in its relations with the European Union. This statement followed comments made by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan a day earlier regarding EU-Turkey relations.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will represent Türkiye as a strategic partner at the 11th summit of the Three Seas Initiative (3SI) in Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan launched a strong attack against Israel, warning that it has become an "immediate threat to global security" and calling for a collective international response to its destabilizing actions.

Turkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is expected to visit Britain for discussions on various topics including Iran, Ukraine, a free trade deal, and defense and energy cooperation.

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos directly challenged Turkish claims that Cyprus, Greece, and Israel have formed a military alliance against Muslim countries. He rebuked his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan's assertion in a video statement.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that the unity demonstrated by Turkish President Erdogan, Azerbaijani President Aliyev, and Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif sends a powerful message to the international community.

Turkey's foreign minister, Hakan Fidan, stated that his country is optimistic about the extension of a Middle East ceasefire, while also noting that US-Iran talks are largely complete despite remaining disagreements.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Israel is using security concerns as a justification to acquire more land, raising criticism against Israeli policies.

Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Giannis Loverdos sent a clear message to Turkey regarding statements by Hakan Fidan, stating Greece desires peace but will not accept threats.

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held discussions with U.S. and Pakistani officials regarding Iran cease-fire negotiations, following weekend talks in Islamabad.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with his Kuwaiti counterpart, Sheikh Jarrah Al Ahmad Al Sabah, to discuss regional developments and the latest situation.

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls with Iranian, Egyptian, and US officials. The discussions focused on the ongoing war and diplomatic efforts to bring the conflict to an end.

Recent statements by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and diplomatic efforts by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan collectively outline Türkiye's unified strategy to ensure its security amidst the rapidly worsening situation in the Middle East.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan revealed details of secret negotiations regarding Iran, stating that messages are being relayed through Pakistan, and warned that Israel is currently the biggest obstacle to peace in the Middle East. This comes as Pakistan's leadership continues to position the nation as a pivotal peacemaker amid the US-Iran conflict, holding crisis meetings to navigate the war on its borders.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has scaled back official visits but is conducting a busy diplomatic blitz via phone and meetings, highlighting Turkish foreign policy amid the ongoing 'U.S.-Israel war'.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan was observed reading books about ancient Greece during a flight, an observation that has sparked analysis regarding potential symbolic implications of his choice of literature.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Gulf states may be compelled to take action if the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to visit Qatar on Thursday as part of a broader regional tour aimed at addressing escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Foreign Ministry a...

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that the prolongation of the Russia-Ukraine war poses serious risks to both regional countries and the international order, calling for an immed...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Ukraine expects to test a new SAMP/T air defense system from France this year, which is considered an alternative to the Patriot system and capable of intercepting ballistic missiles.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan assured on Saturday that his country 'will not yield to provocations' that would draw it into the war triggered by the attacks of the United States and Israel on...

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that Iran could descend into civil war and expressed strong opposition to any attempts to destabilize the country, while also cautioning against a generalized conflict in the Middle East.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Turkey will not permit any plans aimed at inciting civil war in neighboring Iran.
Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call Tuesday with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani to discuss diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the ongoing war in the M...

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls Monday with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot and UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss...

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held phone calls with top diplomats from the US, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan, and Canada to discuss regional developments and evolving security.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Iran has adopted an extremely harmful approach driven by the logic of 'if I fall, the region falls too,' calling Tehran's current strategy completely...

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Tuesday that Iran adopted a harmful “if I go down, the region goes down with me” approach, calling Tehran’s strategy wrong.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Tuesday played down the likelihood of Cyprus becoming a target of an Iranian attack, describing the risk as very limited despite rising regional tensions.

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed the recent developments in the region with counterparts from across the Middle East, a Turkish Foreign Ministry source said Saturda...

Türkiye hopes the U.S. and Iran will engage in “genuine negotiations” and avoid the need for military action, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Thursday, emphasizing Ankara’s prefe...

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held discussions with Iraq's Defense Minister in Ankara and conducted a phone call with Saudi officials, focusing on regional diplomatic efforts.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan attended the NATO foreign ministers meeting in Sweden, where he emphasized the importance of the next summit in Ankara confirming the alliance's unity. The meeting took place under the shadow of Russian influence.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan participated in a meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) in Turkistan, ahead of an informal summit in Kazakhstan.

Türkiye and Saudi Arabia have signed a visa exemption deal during the third meeting of the Turkish-Saudi Coordination Council in Ankara, attended by their respective Foreign Ministers, Hakan Fidan and Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud.

Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah is scheduled to visit Türkiye for talks with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, amidst ongoing regional turmoil.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed regret that relations between Turkey and the European Union are being 'held hostage by one country'. He made the statement during a joint press conference with his Austrian counterpart in Vienna.

The Turkish Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, held phone calls with US negotiators to discuss ongoing talks concerning Iran. This diplomatic effort comes amid pending US-Iran discussions.

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has declared that Israel has become a 'direct threat to global security.' He urged a collective international response and warned of rising instability.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to visit Vienna next week, accepting an Austrian invitation and expected to attend a meeting of the Turkish-origin community.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan criticized both the Greek Cypriot side and Israel, accusing them of forming an alliance against Muslim countries during his closing address at the Antalya diplomacy forum.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed concern over a Greek-Greek Cypriot-Israel alliance, issuing a warning on the final day of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Israel is using security concerns as a pretext to acquire more land in the Middle East. He emphasized that Israel's actions are not driven by a pursuit of security but rather by territorial expansion.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called for transforming a fragile cease-fire between the U.S. and Iran into lasting peace and warned of mounting regional risks, saying the Middle East...

The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly rebuffed statements by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who criticized Greece's cooperation with Israel and warned it could lead to conflict. Greece asserted it does not accept directives or owe explanations for its foreign policy.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Türkiye’s security and stability are complementary with those of Syria. He underscored Ankara’s position during a news conference with his Syrian counterpart.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper discussed diplomatic efforts to end the ongoing regional war and secure lasting peace, Türkiye’s Foreign Minis...
Hakan Fidan said that his country wants to work with Japan on the Iran situation, and the two foreign ministers agreed to continue close communication.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi informed his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan via telephone that reports of a missile launch towards Turkey are "completely baseless" and a "provocation."

Turkey has committed to authorizing the construction of the Bulgarian consulate in Edirne, a development discussed during a meeting between Bulgarian Foreign Minister Nadezhda Neynsky and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi to discuss the ongoing war and its potential risks to global supply chains.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan engaged in intense phone diplomacy with Iranian, Egyptian, EU, and US officials on Sunday, seeking an end to the US-Israel-Iran war, as Turkey actively pursues efforts to terminate the conflict.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has told his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov during a phone call that Türkiye is willing to host the next round of talks between Russia and Ukraine.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to attend a high-level meeting in Riyadh on Wednesday with Middle Eastern and Asian countries to discuss rising tensions linked to the Iran-cent...

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza continues unabated, with civilians facing ongoing violence, displacement and deepening shortages of basi...

The U.S.-Israel-Iran war has no prospects of ending any time soon, as Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan acknowledged that there was no serious initiative to resume negotiations between...

Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman is scheduled to visit Türkiye on Saturday for talks with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, marking his first official trip abroad since taking office.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that Turkey is making "intense efforts" to negotiate peace in the Middle East, engaging in dialogue with both Iran and the US to end the war and facilitate a return to negotiations.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan hosted his German counterpart Johann Wadephul for talks in Ankara on Thursday. Fidan and Wadephul met as the two NATO allies seek to deepen cooperatio...

Armenia * Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan has spoken with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan about the Iran conflict. According to the Armenian readout, they ‘discussed the ongoing developments in the Middle East, expressing concern over the continuous escalation of the situation’. On the same day, Defence Minister Suren Papikyan spoke with his Georgian counterpart Irakli Chikovani. * A man has been arrested in Armenia after throwing a Molotov cocktail at the National Security Serv
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls Friday with Qatar’s prime minister and foreign minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Oman’s Foreign Minister Sa...

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a series of diplomatic contacts, meeting with the U.S. ambassador to Ankara Tuesday and speaking with several regional and international counterpa...

TURSKI ministar vanjskih poslova Hakan Fidan izjavio je da bi promjena iranskog vodstva mogla otvoriti rijetku priliku za zaustavljanje sukoba.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said a change in Iran’s leadership could create a rare opening to halt the conflict, as he warned against Tehran's “self-destructive” approach to...

Work was underway with the United States to lift sanctions imposed on Ankara before the U.S. midterm elections in November, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said, according to remarks...

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan initiated a diplomatic marathon, contacting leaders in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Qatar, in an effort to de-escalate rising tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban.

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that Türkiye is committed to training Gaza’s new police force and supporting the rebuilding of local governance.