Ibrahim Kalin
Spokesperson for the Turkish Presidency
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View Timeline →Turkey Reopens Embassy in Syria After 12 Years
Turkey has reopened its embassy in Syria after a 12-year closure, appointing a temporary chargé d'affaires. This move coincides with a high-level political-security delegation from…
Ankara Condemns US Prosecutors' Request for Prison Sentence Against Turkish Banker
The Turkish government condemned the US prosecutors' request for a prison sentence of up to 20 years for Mehmet Hakan Atilla, a former Halkbank executive…
Turkey Rejects French Mediation in Dispute with People's Protection Units
Turkey has rejected France's proposal for mediation between Ankara and the Kurdish YPG in Syria, which Turkey labels as a terrorist organization. This rejection underscores…
Turkish Foreign Minister: Relations with the U.S. Have Entered a Very Sensitive Phase
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu warned that relations with the U.S. are at a critical juncture, potentially improving or deteriorating completely. This comes amid ongoing…
Erdogan Announces Attack on Kurdish Region in Northern Syria 'In the Coming Days'
Turkish President Erdogan announced an imminent military operation against the Kurdish-controlled Afrin region in northern Syria, aiming to eliminate what he calls terrorism along Turkey's…
Turkey Calls New York Court Ruling Against Halkbank Executive a 'Legal Scandal'
Turkey condemned the New York court's ruling against Halkbank executive Mohammad Hakan Atilla, calling it a 'legal scandal' and a 'political conspiracy.' The case revolves…
Turkey Condemns Germany's Position to End EU Membership Negotiations
Turkey's spokesperson condemned Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel for her call to end EU membership negotiations, accusing German politicians of populism. Relations have soured following Turkey's…
Erdogan: Merkel Has Resorting to Nazi Tactics
Turkish President Erdogan has accused German Chancellor Merkel of using Nazi tactics to incite tensions between Germany and Turkey, particularly in the context of an…
Alin: A Successful Iranian in Europe - 2002-06-17
The article features an interview with Alin, an Iranian artist thriving in Europe, discussing his artistic endeavors and showcasing a piece of his music. This…