Türkiye summons French envoy over French Senate's hosting of terrorists

Ankara expects French authorities to not give credit to efforts that provide legitimacy to PKK's Syria extensions, say Turkish diplomatic sources.

Bursa bustles as tourists return to Ottoman capital after Covid disruption

The historical city is one of Türkiye’s most breathtaking spots with its numerous historical monuments and natural splendour.

Did the US give PKK terror group two choppers that crashed in north Iraq?

The helicopters, which carried several PKK terrorists, are said to have been bought by the Talabanis' PUK party with the help of Washington during the Iraq war.

Erdogan vows to rebuild Türkiye's quake-hit southern region

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said a total of 650,000 houses will be built in the country's south, where twin earthquakes of magnitude 7.7 and 7.6 affected more than 13.5 million people.

Türkiye leaves door open to Sweden's NATO bid: Kalin

Turkish presidential spokesperson Ibrahim Kalin says that the door is not closed to Stockholm now, but how the process will progress, its pace, and when it will be completed depends on Sweden's steps.

Greece stresses 'positive turn' in relations with Türkiye

Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias says the rapprochement in bilateral ties follows a new level of cooperation between Athens and Ankara after the recent disasters in both countries.

Erdogan urges end to Ukraine war in call with Russia's Putin

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also thanked his Russian counterpart for his "positive attitude" in extending the Black Sea grain deal, which is crucial in maintaining stability in food prices.

Türkiye condemns 'vile attack' on Quran, Turkish flag in Denmark

Turkish Foreign Ministry urges Danish authorities to take action against perpetrators of "hate crime".

Türkiye slams 'baseless' US report on human rights

Report prepared by US State Department on Türkiye's human rights practices is "completely devoid of objectivity and cannot be taken seriously," says Foreign Ministry.

6 things to know about Türkiye's electoral system

Türkiye elects the president through a two-round system while Members of Parliament are elected through a proportional representation system.

What is Türkiye’s political ‘alliance law’?

Introduced last year, the law allows political parties to create alliances like the People’s Alliance and Nation Alliance.

Explained: Türkiye’s presidential and parliamentary elections

Türkiye will go to the polls on May 14 to elect the president and parliamentary representatives. Here is all you need to know about the country's electoral system.