Ukraine, Russia to hold first direct talks since 2022 in Istanbul
While Zelenskyy is expected to lead Ukraine, Russian delegation is set to be headed by Vladimir Medinsky, a powerful aide to Putin and ex-culture minister who was involved in 2022 negotiations.
15 May, 2025
NATO’s core values under threat in Ukraine, Gaza — Hakan Fidan
Turkish Foreign Minister raises Ukraine war and Gaza genocide at a dinner in honour of foreign ministers visiting Turkish Mediterranean resort city of Antalya for informal NATO meeting.
15 May, 2025
Türkiye urges dialogue among Libyan parties to resolve disputes
Turkish Foreign Ministry expresses Ankara’s readiness to contribute toward achieving a “lasting and sustainable solution”.
14 May, 2025
Erdogan stresses need for careful monitoring of PKK dissolution process
Türkiye entered a new phase in its fight for “terror-free Türkiye” with the terrorist group PKK’s decision to disband, says President Erdogan.
14 May, 2025
The end of the PKK: What led to the terror group’s dissolution after decades of bloodshed
Erdogan, Trump, Mohammed bin Salman and Alsharaa begin online meet
Türkiye plays the peacemaker as Putin, Zelenskyy seek truce in Istanbul
Pakistani premier praises Turkish President Erdogan’s role in promoting peace in South Asia
Trump expresses hope for ‘good results’ from Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul
13 May, 2025
Art, faith, and heritage intertwine at Islamic Arts Fair in Ankara
Türkiye’s first International Islamic Arts Fair showcased the spiritual depth and visual richness of Islamic art. The event marked a milestone, in which master and emerging artists revived centuries-old heritage
12 May, 2025
Türkiye taking lead in international diplomacy for peace — Erdogan
Recent contacts in Russia-Ukraine war have opened up new opportunities, says Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, adding he believes this chance ‘will not be wasted.’
12 May, 2025
Russia-Ukraine talks in Türkiye ‘very important’ — Trump
“I think good things can come out of that meeting,” says US president of Thursday’s peace talks in Istanbul.
12 May, 2025
How Türkiye became a trusted global mediator in conflict zones
Türkiye’s role as an international mediator is in the spotlight as Istanbul gears up to host potentially momentous talks between the leaders of Russia and Ukraine.
12 May, 2025
A historic blow to terror: PKK declares dissolution and disarmament
Türkiye’s fight for a ‘terror-free future’ has entered a critical stage — as political consensus and national unity strengthen the internal front under the guidance of President Erdogan and MHP leader Bahceli, says AK Party spokesman Omer Celik.
12 May, 2025
‘I will wait for you in Türkiye’: World media spotlights Putin-Zelenskyy talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin has emphasised that Kiev officials were being urged to resume the negotiations they paused at the end of 2022.
11 May, 2025
Türkiye ready to host Ukraine-Russia truce talks, Erdogan tells Macron and Putin
Erdogan engaged with French and Russian leaders to push for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, underlining the “historic turning point” in the peacebuilding process.
11 May, 2025
Türkiye welcomes ceasefire between Pakistan and India, urges sustained dialogue
Ankara also expresses appreciation to countries that played a role in facilitating the agreement.
11 May, 2025
Putin offers direct talks to Ukraine in Türkiye
Putin has called on Kiev authorities to resume the talks on Thursday, May 15th, in Istanbul.
10 May, 2025
Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan reveals he survived poisoning attempt
Türkiye’s top diplomat Hakan Fidan says he was exposed to arsenic and mercury, describing the incident as part of ongoing physical and character attacks against him.
