The Turkish government has denied reports that Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan cancelled a planned trip to Kazakhstan due to Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides' visit to the Central Asian country.

A human rights organization has accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government of employing "abusive tactics" against the main opposition party, thereby undermining democracy.

The Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), an ally of the Turkish government, has finalized its congress schedule, with local conventions set to begin in May ahead of its 15th Ordinary Congress planned for March 2027.

World Athletics has rejected the applications of 11 elite athletes seeking to switch their nationality to Turkey, citing that the requests were part of a 'coordinated recruitment strategy' by the Turkish government.

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has requested the Turkish government to respond to an application filed by jailed İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. This marks a new stage in the legal case concerning his pretrial detention.

The Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), an ally of the Turkish government, has announced the dissolution of its central Istanbul branch and all 39 district branches within the city.

The Turkish government has reportedly completed the construction of a residence for Abdullah Öcalan on Imrali island, where he is imprisoned, sparking new questions about the balance of power on the Kurdish front.

The Turkish government is planning to deploy surface-to-air missiles to Cyprus, with the conflict in the Middle East ongoing, according to reports on Wednesday. Turkish newspaper Sabah reported that Turkish-made Hisar missiles will be stationed on the island, and that their deployment will follow the stationing of six Turkish F-16 fighter jets at the north’s […]

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has asked the Turkish government whether the refusal to pay a retirement bonus to a civil servant dismissed by an emergency decree after a 2016 coup attempt amounted to a violation of his rights to property, a fair trial and an effective remedy. The case concerns İbrahim Eren, […] The post ECtHR questions Turkey over refusal to pay retirement bonus to dismissed civil servant appeared first on Stockholm Center for Freedom.

The imprisoned leader of the PKK has called for the implementation of new laws aimed at advancing peace negotiations with the Turkish government.

Investigative journalist Alican Uludag, a correspondent with DW in Turkey, has been arrested in Ankara. The allegations against the anti-corruption reporter relate to comments critical of the Turkish government.

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), criticized the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) for disrupting parliamentary work.

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of Turkey's Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) and a government ally, lashed out at Israel and urged the Muslim world to show solidarity against Israeli aggression.

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis warned that there could potentially be an escalation of tension with Turkey, depending on the content of recent reports and leaks regarding the Turkish government's intentions.

The Turkish government is attempting to contain public backlash over alleged discrimination against the family of a school shooting victim, whose father was reportedly purged from public service.

The Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), an ally of the Turkish government, has announced the dissolution of three of its party branches in the western, central, and eastern cities of Kütahya and Eskişehir.

A fresh standoff has erupted between Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and the Turkish government following the transfer of control of the historic Basilica Cistern from the opposition-run Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality to a state body.

Turkey has accused a teacher, who fled the country and found a home and work in Finland, of terrorism after the Turkish government learned of his whereabouts.

Three rights groups informed the European Court of Human Rights that the case of imprisoned Turkish philanthropist Osman Kavala demonstrates the Turkish government's political influence over the judiciary.

A significant development is unfolding for Europe's trade relations with third countries, particularly benefiting Turkey. A new decision is expected to satisfy the Turkish government and domestic manufacturers, integrating Turkey more closely into Europe's industrial framework.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) alleges that Turkish authorities are using criminal prosecutions and pretrial detention to remove İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu from politics, as he prepares for trial.

Turkish philanthropist and human rights defender Osman Kavala said his eight-year imprisonment on charges he calls fabricated serves as a deliberate warning to civil society that critical voices will no longer be tolerated, in written responses to questions published by T24 news website, Turkish Minute reported. “I think my punishment is meant to send the message that […] The post Jailed since 2017, Kavala says Turkish government made an example of him to intimidate activists appeared first o...

The Turkish government announced financial support for producers of popular television dramas that promote Turkish culture globally.

A safer digital world has been on the agenda of the Turkish government for some time. Now, lawmakers seek to make it real through a string of measures. A draft bill, which will be...

Athens has issued a strong rebuke to Ankara, criticizing what it perceives as revisionist policies and rhetoric from the Turkish government.

Kosovo and Turkish defense ministers have signed a military-financial cooperation agreement, under which the Turkish government will provide 200 million lira to Kosovo to strengthen the capacities of the Kosovo Security Force (KBS).

Devlet Bahçeli, chairman of the government-allied Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), has criticized the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) for pushing for a by-election.

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of Turkey's Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) and a government ally, has called for the establishment of a 'World Peace Council' amidst concerns about the possibility of a third world war.

Imprisoned Turkish businessman Osman Kavala stated that the Turkish government's defense at a recent European Court of Human Rights hearing echoed a "dangerous" Stalin-era conspiracy theory of punishment. Kavala highlighted the resemblance to historical oppressive legal tactics.

The Turkish government announced it will provide 25 billion TL (€486 million) in funds to northern Cyprus as part of an annual financial protocol with Turkish Cypriot authorities.

Turkish Vice-President Cevdet Yılmaz pledged Ankara's unwavering support for Turkish Cypriots, emphasizing their security as a top priority for the Turkish government amidst regional tensions.

Donald Trump is reportedly encouraging Iranian Kurdish paramilitaries to act as 'boots on the ground,' a move that could trigger a crisis with the Turkish government or Iranian opposition figures like Reza Pahlavi.

The imprisoned leader of the PKK has called for a new law that would facilitate the advancement of peace with the Turkish government.

A declaration signed by 168 prominent figures, including authors and actresses, asserting Turkey's secularism and laicity, has drawn criticism from the Turkish government and various NGOs during Ramadan.

The Turkish government announced plans to provide financial incentives to producers of its popular television dramas that successfully promote Turkish culture worldwide.