Türkiye’s Akinci drone hits high-speed target with indigenous Sungur missile
The successful Black Sea test demonstrates the integration of locally developed air-defence technology with Türkiye’s combat-proven unmanned aerial platform.
16 Sep, 2026
Mecca defence pact sends signal to Islamic world: Türkiye’s Erdogan
“Türkiye has put its weight behind the region to help the Islamic world overcome challenges,” says President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
15 Sep, 2026
Türkiye, Syria discuss preparations for Erdogan’s upcoming Damascus visit
Türkiye’s foreign minister says Ankara and Damascus reaffirmed their commitment to Syria’s unity, stability and prosperity.
14 Sep, 2026
Ancient 66-million-year-old fossil unearthed in Türkiye’s capital
Discovery at Kulhoyuk may shed light on how ancient residents interacted with objects from the distant past.
14 Sep, 2026
Integration of armed groups essential for Syria’s sovereignty, territorial integrity: Turkish FM
Türkiye: US arms waiver for Greek Cypriot Administration risks further undermining trust
Türkiye condemns drone attacks on Saudi Arabia from Iraqi territory
Türkiye and Somalia chart a new era of strategic partnership
Türkiye eyes major AI investment drive to become global hub: tech minister
9 Sep, 2026
Erdogan meets Turkish women’s volleyball team after European Championship win
“We are very pleased to see the results of the enormous investments we have made in sports, particularly volleyball,” Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan says.
8 Sep, 2026
Türkiye eyes civilian tech boost from defence know-how to cut foreign reliance
Ankara plans to transfer defence industry technologies to civilian sectors under its 2027–2029 economic programme, aiming to boost domestic innovation and reduce dependence on foreign critical technologies.
7 Sep, 2026
Türkiye won’t let its path to prosperity be blocked: Erdogan
Turkish president says Ankara will not stand by and watch efforts to encircle the country, while also pledging to pursue regional peace and economic growth.
7 Sep, 2026
Türkiye retain European women’s volleyball title with 3-2 win over Italy
Hosts defeat reigning world and Olympic champions in a 5-set thriller in Istanbul to claim back-to-back EuroVolley crowns.
4 Sep, 2026
Erdogan congratulates Meloni on becoming Italy’s longest-serving PM
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he expects cooperation and solidarity between Türkiye and Italy to grow stronger.
3 Sep, 2026
Türkiye condemns Israeli actions in Syria, Lebanon and Palestine
Türkiye’s Defence Ministry has condemned Israel’s military offensives in Palestine, Syria and Lebanon while rejecting reports that foreign members of the terror group YPG-led SDF will leave Syria and that some will enter Türkiye.
2 Sep, 2026
President Erdogan says Türkiye’s SCO push does not mean abandoning West
President Erdogan says Ankara is pursuing a broad-based foreign policy while seeking stronger ties with the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.
2 Sep, 2026
Two commercial ships collide off Istanbul’s Silivri coast, 10 crew members missing
Maritime authorities say the missing vessel, with 10 on board, is believed to have sunk after failing to respond to repeated calls as search, rescue operations continue.
1 Sep, 2026
Erdogan, Putin hail deepening Türkiye-Russia ties at SCO Summit
The leaders highlight progress on Akkuyu and broader economic cooperation as Ankara and Moscow seek to advance joint projects.
31 Aug, 2026
Türkiye’s trade with Turkic states rises 6.6% to $10.1B in first seven months of 2026
Trade with OTS members rose 6.6 percent year-on-year in the first seven months of 2026, while Kazakhstan remained Türkiye’s biggest trading partner within the group.
