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Turkish authorities formally arrested Alican Uludag of Deutsche Welle for allegedly insulting President Erdogan in X posts, later transferring him to Istanbul where prosecutors charged him with insult and disseminating misleading information and threaten up to four years in prison; DW and press-freedom advocates condemned the move as intimidation and part of a broader pattern of journalist repression in Turkey.
A Daily Sabah report says Turkey and Saudi Arabia may jointly invest in Turkey’s Kaan stealth fighter, following Erdogan’s meetings in Saudi Arabia, as Ankara pursues 5th-generation capabilities after being sidelined from the F-35 program due to the S-400. Production of Kaan is eyed for 2028, with talks of Saudi collaboration reflecting broader regional defense deals, though Israel and Western concerns about such a partnership linger.
Ekrem İmamoğlu, Turkey's main opposition challenger to Erdoğan, remains defiant from prison, claiming he is the legitimate candidate and criticizing the political motives behind his detention, which he believes aims to eliminate his candidacy and weaken opposition support ahead of the 2028 elections. Despite legal and institutional hurdles, he continues campaigning online and maintains support from a broad segment of Turkish society, emphasizing the importance of justice and democratic principles.
Turkish President Erdogan condemned the Israel-Greece-Cyprus summit, reaffirmed Turkey's stance on protecting its rights in the Mediterranean, and expressed strong support for Gaza amid ongoing conflicts, criticizing Israel's actions and emphasizing Turkey's historical role as a refuge for the oppressed.
Turkish President Erdogan condemned the Israel-Greece-Cyprus summit, reaffirmed Turkey's support for Gaza, criticized Israel's actions in the conflict, and emphasized Turkey's historical stance as a refuge for the oppressed, while also asserting Turkey's rights in the eastern Mediterranean.
Turkish prosecutors are seeking a 2,352-year prison sentence for a political rival of President Erdoğan, highlighting ongoing political tensions in Turkey.
The article compares Turkish President Erdogan's construction of the 'White Palace' in Ankara to the recent demolition of the White House's East Wing by Trump, highlighting how leaders often undertake vanity projects that symbolize their power and legacy.
A planned Gaza summit in Egypt involving Netanyahu was canceled after Erdoğan threatened not to land his plane if Netanyahu attended, highlighting tensions among Israel, Turkey, and other Arab states amid ongoing conflicts and political disputes.
Turkish President Erdogan announced that Turkey is involved in negotiations with Hamas and supports US-led peace efforts to resolve the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that Gaza should remain part of a Palestinian state and criticizing Israel's actions. Erdogan also discussed US-Turkey relations, sanctions, and Turkey's stance on Syria.
President Trump met with Turkish President Erdogan at the White House, signaling a potential lift of the US ban on F-35 sales to Turkey, amid ongoing tensions over Turkey's purchase of Russian defense systems and broader geopolitical issues. The meeting aimed to improve relations and address mutual concerns, including Turkey's role in regional conflicts and its ties with Russia.
US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met at the White House, discussing issues including the Gaza war, military sales, and Syria, with Trump indicating potential lifting of sanctions and a close deal to end the Gaza conflict, highlighting a positive shift in Turkey-US relations despite recent strains.
US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed the Gaza war, potential US sanctions relief for Turkey, and arms deals including F-35 jets, amid Turkey's efforts to improve relations and increase military capabilities, while maintaining differences over the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Turkish President Erdogan visits the White House for talks with President Trump focusing on defense, trade, and regional issues, including the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey amid ongoing tensions over sanctions and military cooperation.
Turkish President Erdogan's visit to the White House aims to repair strained US-Turkey relations through potential $50 billion in deals, including military and energy contracts, seeking to strengthen Turkey's role in the Western alliance and boost its economy amid regional tensions.
President Trump is hosting Turkish President Erdogan at the White House amid discussions about lifting the US ban on F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, which has been complicated by Turkey's purchase of Russian missile systems and human rights concerns. Erdogan, eager to restore the F-35 deal, views Turkey as a key regional stabilizer and broker, especially in the context of the Ukraine and Gaza conflicts. The visit marks a significant moment in US-Turkey relations, balancing strategic interests with ongoing geopolitical tensions.