Author: Anadolu Agency
US Sen. Lindsey Graham hailed Türkiye’s role in the region on Wednesday, saying the country is a “major ally” of the US. “Turkey is a major player in this region and a major ally of the United States, and we have our differences, but they bring much to the table. “So, I’m here today to see if we can work with our friends in Türkiye to bring stability in Syria and beyond,” Graham wrote on X. Graham shared a video message from Anitkabir in the Turkish capital of Ankara, where he paid respects to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of…
Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation at the Turkish-hosted peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, said on Thursday that his team has full authority to discuss all matters necessary for resolving the conflict with Ukraine. Speaking at a press conference in Istanbul, Medinsky explained that the Russian delegation’s position was outlined during an evening meeting the previous day, where Russian President Vladimir Putin prepared the team for the negotiations. The meeting addressed various issues, including foreign policy, security, economics, and the defense industry, with military leaders providing updates on the situation at the frontlines, he noted. “We see these…
US President Donald Trump said Thursday he looks forward to hosting United Arab Emirates President Mohamed bin Zayed al-Nahyan at the White House, seconds after the Emirati leader announced his country will invest $1.4 trillion in the US over the next decade. “I look forward to having you in the White House, we’ll celebrate together, but we are going to be your friend and we’re going to be your partner, and we really appreciate your confidence and an investment that’s your biggest investment that you’ve ever made,” Trump said as he was hosted by Al Nahyan in Qasr Al Watan,…
The chief of NATO on Thursday praised Türkiye’s unique diplomatic leverage in expected Ukraine-Russia peace talks and urged unity within the alliance amid lingering disputes. “Türkiye plays a big role here because Türkiye has good relations with all relevant partners and is seen as a serious venue,” Secretary General Mark Rutte told reporters while arriving for day two of an alliance foreign ministers meeting in Antalya, southern Türkiye. While Ukraine has signaled readiness, Rutte emphasized that Türkiye’s power to convene both sides and credibility make it central to any future talks. “You have the people-your foreign minister, your president-to help…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Presidential Complex in the capital Ankara has ended. The bilateral meeting and the inter-delegation working lunch, held behind closed doors at the Presidential Complex, lasted 2 hours and 45 minutes. The closed-door meeting was also attended by National Defense Minister Yaşar Güler, National Intelligence Organization head İbrahim Kalın, and Akif Çağatay Kılıç, chief presidential advisor on foreign policy and security. Zelensky arrived in the Turkish capital Ankara on Thursday for a meeting with Erdoğan ahead of expected Russia-Ukraine peace talks. The plane carrying Zelensky landed at Ankara’s…
US Sen. Lindsey Graham hailed Türkiye’s role in the region on Wednesday, saying the country is a “major ally” of the US. “Turkey is a major player in this region and a major ally of the United States, and we have our differences, but they bring much to the table. “So, I’m here today to see if we can work with our friends in Türkiye to bring stability in Syria and beyond,” Graham wrote on X. Graham shared a video message from Anitkabir in the Turkish capital of Ankara, where he paid respects to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of…
Germany on Wednesday welcomed US President Donald Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Syria. “Germany will continue to work with the Syrian government on improving the economic environment for a sustainable recovery of the Syrian economy,” the Foreign Office wrote on X. Stressing that the transition process in Syria must be “inclusive,” the office said that alongside its partners, Germany is committed to supporting Syrians as they rebuild their nation and strive toward a “free” and “democratic future.” Since the fall of the Assad regime, Germany has backed the removal of sanctions in sectors such as energy, finance and transport,…
Germany on Wednesday called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to join the Istanbul peace talks to help bring an end to the war in Ukraine. Addressing the German parliament, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said European allies are backing Ukraine’s diplomatic efforts to achieve a cease-fire that could open the way for a peaceful settlement. “Ukraine has demonstrated its full commitment to unconditional ceasefire and peace negotiations, for which it has our complete support,” the minister said. “We now expect Mr. Putin to come to the negotiating table and demonstrate his readiness for a cease-fire. Anyone who wants peace in Europe…
Steve Wtikoff, the US envoy to the Middle East, who is currently in the Qatari capital of Doha, has called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu several times in recent days, urging him to broaden the mandate of his negotiating team and be more flexible in talks with Hamas, the Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported on Wednesday, citing an unnamed source. The outreach comes as Israel ramps up its genocide in Gaza, launching a second day of heavy airstrikes on various areas, including near the European Gaza Hospital in Khan Younis in the south, killing at least 70 Palestinians, including women and…
Russia and Malaysia are working on launching direct flights between the two countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday. “The opening of direct air service between our two countries is being worked on, which will undoubtedly contribute to expanding business and humanitarian contacts,” Putin said at a news conference following talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The relations between Russia and Malaysia are experiencing an upward trend, he said, adding that there are certain prerequisites for more constructive and meaningful interaction. Praising the role of Ibrahim, Putin said that the Malaysian prime minister makes an active personal contribution…