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US Navy Hunts for Mines in Strait of Hormuz; Allies Consider Demining Aid
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US Navy Hunts for Mines in Strait of Hormuz; Allies Consider Demining Aid

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.

Turkey and Britain Sign Strategic Cooperation Framework
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Turkey and Britain Sign Strategic Cooperation Framework

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 FM Accuses Greece-Cyprus-Israel Alliance of Threatening Region
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Turkish FM Accuses Greece-Cyprus-Israel Alliance of Threatening Region

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.

Turkish FM Fidan Intensifies Diplomacy to End Iran War
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Turkish FM Fidan Intensifies Diplomacy to End Iran War

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.

Diplomatic Calls on Middle East Developments
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Diplomatic Calls on Middle East Developments

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.

New Iranian leadership could end war, Turkey says
Worldin-cyprus2mo ago

New Iranian leadership could end war, Turkey says

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 […]

Erdoğan's Commitment to Gaza's Security and Recovery
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Erdoğan's Commitment to Gaza's Security and Recovery

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

Cyprus Urges Turkey to Reflect on Stalled EU Relations
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Cyprus Urges Turkey to Reflect on Stalled EU Relations

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.

Turkey's FM Reveals Secret Iran Talks via Pakistan, Citing Israel as Peace Obstacle
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Turkey's FM Reveals Secret Iran Talks via Pakistan, Citing Israel as Peace Obstacle

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.

Ukraine to Test French SAMP/T Air Defense System as Alternative to Patriot
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Ukraine to Test French SAMP/T Air Defense System as Alternative to Patriot

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 warns Iran could face civil war, urges stability
Worldnewsbeast2mo ago

Turkey warns Iran could face civil war, urges stability

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.

Turkish Foreign Minister Attends NATO Meeting in Sweden
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Turkish Foreign Minister Attends NATO Meeting in Sweden

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.

Türkiye and Saudi Arabia Sign Visa Exemption Agreement
PoliticsDaily Sabah21d ago

Türkiye and Saudi Arabia Sign Visa Exemption Agreement

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.

Turkish FM Engages in Diplomacy on US-Iran Talks
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Turkish FM Engages in Diplomacy on US-Iran Talks

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.

Turkey Accuses Israel of Seeking More Land Under Security Pretext
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Turkey Accuses Israel of Seeking More Land Under Security Pretext

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.

Greece Rejects Turkish FM Fidan's Remarks on Israel Cooperation, Warns Against Directives
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Greece Rejects Turkish FM Fidan's Remarks on Israel Cooperation, Warns Against Directives

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.

Türkiye tells Russia it is willing to host peace talks
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Türkiye tells Russia it is willing to host peace talks

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.


										 Monday, 9 March 2026
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Monday, 9 March 2026

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