Mevlut Cavusoglu
Turkish Foreign Minister
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Turkey's Foreign Minister criticized the US decision to designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization, claiming it will destabilize the region. Iraqi Prime Minister Abdul-Mahdi…
Severe Warning from Trump's Deputy to Turkey Regarding S-400 Purchase; New Reactions from Turkey
Mike Pence has warned Turkey that its purchase of the Russian S-400 air defense system threatens its NATO membership. Turkey has accused the U.S. of…
White House: Trump Has Not Made a Commitment for Gulen's Extradition
The White House clarified that President Trump has not made any binding commitment regarding the extradition of Fethullah Gulen to Turkey, despite discussions with President…
Erdogan Reports 'Positive Developments' in Turkish Banker Case in the U.S.
Turkish President Erdogan announced positive developments regarding the case of Hakan Atilla, a banker convicted in the U.S. for violating sanctions against Iran. The New…
Turkey's Request for Permanent Exemption from US Oil Sanctions Against Iran
Turkey's Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has requested a permanent exemption from US oil sanctions against Iran during a meeting with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.…
US Sanctions 17 Individuals in Connection with Khashoggi's Murder
The US has sanctioned 17 individuals linked to the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, including key advisors to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This…
Erdogan: We Will Not Follow U.S. Sanctions Against Iran
Turkish President Erdogan announced that Turkey will not comply with U.S. sanctions against Iran, criticizing them as an attempt to disrupt global balance. This statement…
Zarif: The U.S. Has Not Achieved Its Goals from Reimposing Sanctions
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif claims that the U.S. has failed to achieve its goals with the reimposition of sanctions, which he describes as…
Zarif's 'Unannounced' Trip to Turkey
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif visited Turkey to deliver an invitation from President Rouhani for a trilateral summit with Russia. Discussions included U.S. sanctions and bilateral…
The United States Sanctions Two Turkish Ministers
The U.S. has sanctioned two Turkish ministers in response to the unjust detention of American pastor Andrew Brunson. This move reflects escalating tensions between the…
Cavusoglu Responds to Trump: No One Can Order Turkey Around
Turkey's Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu responded to Trump's threats of sanctions over the detention of American pastor Andrew Brunson, asserting Turkey's sovereignty and refusal to…
Turkey's Opposition to the Resumption of U.S. Sanctions Against Iran
Turkey's Foreign Minister has publicly opposed U.S. sanctions against Iran, stating that Turkey is not obligated to comply. This stance comes as the U.S. prepares…
Erdogan Sworn in as New President of Turkey
Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been sworn in as Turkey's new president, gaining unprecedented powers following the abolition of the Prime Minister's position. His election comes…
Turkish Foreign Minister's Visit to the U.S. for Discussions on Syria
The Turkish Foreign Minister is visiting the U.S. to discuss tensions over Kurdish militants in Syria and the Manbij plan with his American counterpart. This…
Foreign Ministers of Iran, Russia, and Turkey to Meet in Moscow
The foreign ministers of Iran, Russia, and Turkey are set to meet in Moscow to discuss the situation in Syria and the future of the…
Negotiation of Three Foreign Ministers in Kazakhstan on 'Humanitarian Crisis' in Eastern Ghouta
The foreign ministers of Iran, Turkey, and Russia are meeting in Kazakhstan to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Eastern Ghouta, where ongoing Russian bombardments have…
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…
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…
US Response to Turkey's Warning: We Will Not Withdraw Our Forces from Manbij in Syria
The US has reaffirmed its commitment to keep troops in Manbij, Syria, despite Turkey's demands for withdrawal. This situation arises amid Turkey's military operations in…
New U.S. and Allies' Plan to Punish Perpetrators of Chemical Attacks
The U.S. and 28 allies announced a new initiative to punish those responsible for chemical attacks in Syria, coinciding with reports of a recent attack…