May 2016
Erdogan: Muslim families should not use contraception
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has urged Muslim families to avoid contraception and have more children, claiming that population control is a betrayal. His comments…
Turkey's Parliament Grants Confidence Vote to New Prime Minister
Turkey's Parliament has granted a confidence vote to Binali Yildirim, a close ally of President Erdogan, making him the new Prime Minister. This development comes…
UN: Syria Prevents Humanitarian Aid to the Besieged
The UN has reported that the Syrian government is obstructing humanitarian aid to over half a million civilians in besieged areas, with only a fraction…
Avigdor Lieberman Becomes Israel's New Defense Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu appointed Avigdor Lieberman as Israel's new Defense Minister, forming a coalition with far-right parties. This move raises concerns about the future of peace…
Erdogan's Unilateral Governance
The ruling Justice and Development Party in Turkey has elected Binali Yildirim as Prime Minister, consolidating Recep Tayyip Erdogan's power as he seeks to formalize…
Syrian Militias Begin Operations with US Support Around Raqqa
Syrian militias, supported by US airstrikes, have initiated operations against ISIS near Raqqa, but progress has slowed. The Syrian Democratic Forces, primarily composed of Kurdish…
Close Ally of Erdogan Becomes Leader of Ruling Party and Prime Minister of Turkey
Binali Yildirim has been confirmed as the new leader of Turkey's ruling AKP party and Prime Minister, following Ahmet Davutoglu's resignation. His leadership is expected…
India Begins Repayment of Oil Debt to Iran
Indian refineries have started repaying a $6.4 billion oil debt to Iran after sanctions were lifted in January 2023. This development comes ahead of Prime…
Who is the man nominated for the Prime Ministership of Turkey?
Binali Yıldırım has been nominated as the Prime Minister candidate by Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party, succeeding Ahmet Davutoğlu. Yıldırım has a long history…
Binali Yildirim Introduced as 'Future Prime Minister of Turkey'
Binali Yildirim has been nominated as the future Prime Minister of Turkey and leader of the AKP, succeeding Ahmet Davutoglu. His close ties with President…
Israel Expels Turkish Airline Pilot with Iranian Passport
Israel expelled a Turkish airline pilot holding an Iranian passport upon his arrival at Tel Aviv airport, refusing Turkey's request for his temporary stay. This…
Death of Several Soldiers and Militants in Turkey's Army Clash with PKK
A recent surge in violence in southeastern Turkey resulted in the deaths of eight Turkish soldiers and six PKK militants. This escalation follows the breakdown…
Conviction of Two Journalists in Turkey and Erdogan's Stance on the European Union
Two journalists in Turkey, Can Dundar and Erdem Gul, have been sentenced to over ten years in prison on charges of espionage and revealing state…
Editor of Turkey's Cumhuriyet Newspaper Survives Assassination Attempt
Can Dundar, an opposition journalist in Turkey, survived an assassination attempt outside a courthouse while awaiting a verdict for revealing government secrets. The attack highlights…
Erdogan to the European Union: You go your way and we will go ours
Turkish President Erdogan rejected the EU's demand to change anti-terrorism laws for visa-free travel for Turkish citizens. He emphasized Turkey's independence in policy-making while calling…
Turkey: Moving from 'Individual Party' to 'Individual Regime'
Turkey is experiencing significant political upheaval as Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu faces removal from power amid tensions with President Erdogan. This shift indicates a move…
The Path That Davutoğlu Could No Longer Continue
Ahmet Davutoğlu announced his resignation from the leadership of Turkey's AKP party and the premiership, citing a loss of support within the party. This resignation…
New European Negotiations on the Illegal Migrant Crisis
European leaders are meeting in Rome to address the rising crisis of illegal migration through the Mediterranean, with concerns that Italy may become a primary…
Turkey's Ruling Party to Determine Davutoglu's Successor
The ruling AKP in Turkey is set to determine a successor to Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu amid reported tensions between him and President Erdogan. This…
European Commission Calls for Visa Waiver for Turkish Citizens
The European Commission has proposed lifting visa requirements for Turkish citizens, stating that Turkey has met most preconditions. This move is part of a broader…
Davutoğlu: Turkey Likely to Send Ground Troops to Syria for Self-Defense
Turkey's Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu announced the country's readiness to send ground troops to Syria to combat ISIS, following rocket attacks on Turkish territory. President…
Sergey Lavrov: Bashar al-Assad is not a close ally of Russia
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Bashar al-Assad is not a close ally of Russia, contrasting him with Turkey's relationship with the U.S. He…
Death of Two More Soldiers Amid Continued PKK Militant Attacks in Southern Turkey
Two Turkish soldiers and five PKK militants were killed in a recent attack in southeastern Turkey, marking an escalation in ongoing clashes between the Turkish…
Bomb Explosion and Shooting in Southeast Turkey Leaves Several Dead
A bomb explosion in Gaziantep, Turkey, killed one police officer and injured 23 others, while a separate attack in Mardin province resulted in three soldiers'…