Turkey’s President Erdogan Offers Trump Teleconference with Iran’s Leadership
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan offered US President Donald Trump a teleconference involving Iran on Thursday. The proposal emerged during a bilateral meeting in Ankara with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Erdogan aims to facilitate…
Turkey deepens energy ties With Russia via TurkStream
TurkStream is a major natural gas pipeline that began operation in January 2020, directly connecting Russia to Turkey across the Black Sea. Spanning approximately 930 kilometers from Russia’s Russkaya compressor station near Anapa to Turkey’s Kıyıköy…
Turkish Airlines readies binding offer to acquire Spain’s Air Europa
Summary Turkish Airlines is set to submit a binding offer to acquire Spain’s Air Europa. The move aims to strengthen Turkish Airlines’ position in the European market. Air Europa has faced financial difficulties in recent years, exacerbated by the…
Turkey Central Bank cuts interest rates to 43%
Summary Turkey’s central bank cut interest rates by three points. This marks a return to easing monetary policy. The cut aims to boost economic growth. Inflation remains high despite the rate reduction. The decision may affect Turkey’s currency and…
EU eases Schengen visa rules for Turkey in major travel move
Summary EU relaxes Schengen visa rules for Turkish citizens. Move aims to ease travel between Turkey and the EU. EU Ambassador welcomes change but calls for more reforms. Part of ongoing EU-Turkey diplomatic talks. Visa easing linked to broader political…
Deadly Wildfires rage in Turkey and Greece: İzmir, Crete evacuations
Key Points Wildfires have erupted in at least five locations across Turkey’s Aegean coastal province of İzmir, killing two people and forcing the evacuation of tens of thousands. More than 200 homes have been damaged in Turkey, with strong winds, soaring…