The Latest Breaking News from Ankara

At least five killed in attack on aerospace firm near Turkey’s Ankara

Local media reported explosion and gunfire at a state-run company near the country’s capital.

Al Jazeera · Oct 23, 2024

Erdogan Rival Gulen Dies In Exile At 83

US-based Muslim cleric Fethullah Gulen, who was accused by Ankara of organising a failed 2016 coup, has died in exile in the United States aged 83, his movement and the Turkish government said Monday.

International Business Times · Oct 21, 2024

Turkey attempts to broker power between east and west as it bids to join Brics

In a significant diplomatic manoeuvre that may have far-reaching implications for the international system of alliances, Turkey has submitted a formal request to join Brics, the group of emerging-market economies, signalling its intent to diversify its partnerships beyond the west.

The Conversation · Oct 21, 2024

Turkey flexes naval muscles as neighbours fear escalating arms race

Turkey is undergoing an unprecedented naval expansion, positioning itself as one of Europe’s largest naval powers. While some neighbours are alarmed, Ankara insists the build-up is defensive and meant to meet growing regional commitments.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 14, 2024

Body of US-Turkish citizen killed by Israeli troops in occupied West Bank arrives in Turkey – as it happened

Ankara has said it will open an investigation into the killing of US-Turkish citizen Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi and will request international arrest warrants

The Guardian - AU · Sep 13, 2024

Turkey and Egypt bury the hatchet with a dozen new bilateral deals

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi visited Ankara this week, signalling the end to years of animosity with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The two leaders committed themselves to a new era of cooperation – but some observers question how long it will last.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 7, 2024

Syria’s al-Assad says Turkey rapprochement efforts unsuccessful

President says Ankara does not need to remove troops from Syria to talk with his government.

Al Jazeera · Aug 25, 2024

Turkey seeks to reassert regional influence following Abbas visit

In a bid to break out of increasing international isolation, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan this week hosted Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas in Ankara – positioning Turkey as a key player in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 17, 2024

China signs billion-dollar deal for car factory in Turkey

China’s car giant BYD’s announcement to build a billion-dollar factory in Turkey represents a significant turnaround in bilateral relations. However, concerns persist regarding human rights issues and Turkey’s stance on the Chinese Muslim Uyghur community.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 10, 2024

Turkey submits ICJ bid to join South Africa’s genocide case against Israel

Ankara says the ‘conscience of humanity and international law will hold Israeli officials accountable’ for atrocities.

Al Jazeera · Aug 7, 2024