Binali Yildirim
Prime Minister of Turkey
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Turkey and South Africa recalled their ambassadors from Israel in protest against the violence against Palestinians during protests coinciding with the U.S. embassy's move to…
Czech Republic Sparks Turkey's Anger by Releasing Kurdish Politician
A Czech court has ordered the release of Saleh Muslim, a Syrian Kurdish politician, sparking outrage from Turkey, which seeks his extradition. The decision highlights…
Syrian Kurdish Militants: 10 Killed in Turkish Attacks on Afrin
Turkish airstrikes in Afrin, Syria, have resulted in at least 10 deaths, including civilians and militants, as Turkey intensifies its military operations against Kurdish forces.…
Istanbul Prosecutor's Office Issues Order to Seize Assets of Reza Zarrab
The Istanbul Prosecutor's Office has seized the assets of Reza Zarrab, an Iranian-Turkish businessman who previously accused Turkish President Erdoğan of enabling the circumvention of…
Turkish Prime Minister: We Hope Reza Zarrab Returns from the Wrong Path
Reza Zarrab, an Iranian-Turkish businessman, accused Turkish President Erdoğan of authorizing the circumvention of U.S. sanctions against Iran. Turkish Prime Minister Yıldırım expressed hope that…
Criticism of the Kurdish Independence Referendum; Erdogan: Turkish Army Deployed at the Border
The Kurdish independence referendum in Iraq has sparked criticism from Turkey, with President Erdogan announcing military readiness at the border. Iran and other regional powers…
Turkey Arrests Over a Thousand Suspected of Ties to Fethullah Gülen Group
Turkey's police arrested over a thousand individuals suspected of ties to Fethullah Gülen's group in a nationwide operation, with warrants issued for thousands more. This…
Turkey Referendum; 'Yes' Vote for Constitutional Changes
In Turkey's recent referendum, 51.3% voted 'Yes' for constitutional changes that enhance presidential powers. While President Erdoğan celebrates the result as a historic decision, opposition…
Economic Alarm for Turkey After European Parliament Resolution
The European Parliament has passed a resolution to halt Turkey's EU accession negotiations due to the government's crackdown on civil liberties, leading to significant economic…
Has Turkey Abandoned Its EU Membership Aspirations?
Tensions between the EU and Turkey have escalated following the arrest of journalists and political leaders in Turkey. Erdoğan has urged the EU to make…
Turkey: A Limbo of Democracy
Turkey is facing a political crisis as the government targets Cumhuriyet newspaper, a key opposition voice, amid international criticism of its democratic backsliding. The ruling…
UN and EU Condemn Arrest of Leaders of the Peoples' Democratic Party in Turkey
The UN and EU condemned the recent arrests of leaders from Turkey's HDP party, highlighting concerns over legal processes and media repression. These actions have…
Iraq Requests Urgent UN Security Council Meeting: 'Turkey Has Violated Our Territorial Integrity'
Iraq has requested an urgent UN Security Council meeting to address Turkey's military presence in its northern regions, citing violations of territorial integrity. The tensions…
The Difference Between the Success and Failure of the Turkish Coup!
The Turkish parliament has extended the state of emergency for another 13 months, following the failed coup attempt in July 2016. President Erdoğan and Prime…
Secretary General of the Council of Europe Calls for Turkey to Adhere to Democratic Laws and Frameworks
The Secretary General of the Council of Europe urged Turkey to respect democratic principles following a failed coup that resulted in significant violence and mass…
Turkish Officials Dismiss Hundreds of Military Personnel and Shut Down Over 130 Media Outlets
Turkish authorities have dismissed over 2,400 military personnel and shut down more than 130 media outlets in a crackdown following a failed coup attempt. This…
Turkish Prime Minister: Presidential Guard to Be Dissolved
Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim announced the dissolution of the Presidential Guard following a failed coup attempt, citing its involvement in the coup. The government…
Erdogan Declares State of Emergency in Turkey for Three Months
President Erdogan declared a three-month state of emergency in Turkey following a failed coup attempt, asserting that it is necessary to protect democracy and the…
Who is Fethullah Gülen?
The article discusses Fethullah Gülen, a cleric living in exile in the U.S., who has been accused by Turkish President Erdoğan of orchestrating a failed…
Turkey One Day After the Coup Attempt
A coup attempt occurred in Turkey on July 15, leading to significant political turmoil and military arrests. Prominent figures such as Ahmed Shik and Binali…