Türkiye must maintain a strong domestic defence industry to pursue an independent foreign policy, Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz said, arguing that countries dependent on external military capabilities cannot fully control their strategic decisions. "If you are going to pursue an independent foreign »»»

Türkiye has welcomed the convening of the first session of the People's Assembly of Syria, describing it as an important step toward advancing the political process in line with the legitimate rights and expectations of the Syrian people and establishing popular sovereignty. In a statement, the Tur»»»

The Director of the Octopus Institute, Arben Fetoshi, has assessed that the reactions of the Serbian authorities and media to the visit of the President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, to the Presheva Valley, are part of a communication strategy aimed at relativizing the so-called “Serbian World” project»»»

Bedri Hamza’s meeting lasted an hour and 15 minutes, and he alone went to Albin Kurti and Hekuran Murat’s table. The next meeting lasted longer, the one with Lumir Abdixhiku and Vjosa Osmani, who went to the meeting at 6:00 PM and stayed for more than two hours on Friday. When the meeting ended, th»»»

“Little Albania” është përfshirë në hartën zyrtare të enklavave të emigrantëve në New York, të publikuar nga Bashkia e qytetit. Kështu “Little Albania” është renditur mes lagjeve që përfaqësojnë komunitete të ndryshme etnike dhe që kanë luajtur një rol të rëndësishëm në historinë dhe identitetin ku»»»

Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has commemorated the victims of the Srebrenica genocide. "On the 31st anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, one of the most brutal genocides in history, I remember with sorrow and mercy all our Bosniak brothers and sisters who were massacred. "I respectful»»»

Türkiye's Communications Director Burhanettin Duran has marked the 31st anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide, describing it as one of the darkest chapters in human history and a wound that remains open in the collective conscience. In a statement, Duran said the massacre, which claimed the lives »»»

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's policies and government are a strain for Israel, the region and international security. "The policies of Netanyahu’s government are not only a problem for us," Fidan said in an interview with the Abu Dhabi-»»»

The leader of the Vetëvendosje Movement, Albin Kurti, has stated that it is still too early to assess whether the meeting held with the leader of the LDK, Lumir Abdixhiku, and President Vjosa Osmani was successful or not. After the meeting, Kurti said that the talks have included all the main polit»»»

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed that Ankara will continue its diplomatic efforts to guarantee Lebanon’s security, pledging to provide all possible assistance to foster peace and stability in the country. The commitments were made during a meeting on Friday between President Erdogan»»»

As world leaders arrived at the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, they were not met by an ordinary diplomatic fanfare. They were greeted by symbolic sounds: drums, zurna, and Mehter's ceremonial rhythm, kept alive by the Turkish Armed Forces. Derived from the Persian word mihter, meaning “great,” “sublim»»»

The Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan hosted the spouses of the visiting NATO leaders at a round table discussion themed "Children, Technology and Security: Protecting the Next Generation" on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara on July 8. Erdogan greeted each of the visiting leaders' spouses »»»

Acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti has called for a full investigation into the murder of brothers Yll, Agron and Mehmet Bytyqi, emphasizing that justice for them remains an obligation of the Republic of Kosovo and the international community. At the memorial gathering held on the balcony of the Pri»»»

Sinem Ozler, the only female chef among three selected to prepare the official banquet menu for international delegations attending the 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit at the Presidential Complex in Ankara, has said it was a great honour to showcase Türkiye’s culinary heritage on one»»»

The leader of the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK), Bedri Hamza, has confirmed that he has accepted the invitation of the leader of the Vetëvendosje Movement, Albin Kurti, for a meeting expected to be held on Friday, as part of efforts to form new institutions. Speaking to the media after the PDK P»»»

Türkiye's National Defence Ministry has described the NATO summit held in Ankara as a "historic gathering" where allies comprehensively addressed current security threats and evaluated strategic decisions aimed at strengthening the alliance's collective deterrence and defence capabilities. Speaking»»»

Një fëmijë 18-muajsh në Arizona të SHBA-së u gjet gjallë në morgun e një spitali, disa orë pasi një mjek e kishte shpallur të vdekur pas një incidenti në pishinën e familjes. Ngjarja ndodhi më 8 shkurt, kur familjarët e gjetën fëmijën pa ndjenja në pishinë dhe njoftuan menjëherë shërbimet e emergje»»»

Leaders from NATO’s 32 member nations gathered in Türkiye’s capital, Ankara, on July 7 and 8 for a landmark summit that produced a number of landmark outcomes amid a rapidly changing security environment. Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called the summit “historic”, saying it will shape th»»»

As the curtains fell on the NATO Summit in Ankara on Wednesday, alliance leaders projected an image of unity despite a turbulent geopolitical backdrop marked by Russia-Ukraine war, escalating tensions in the Middle East and growing uncertainty over the future global security order. The summit may a»»»

US senators have said Türkiye's return to the F-35 fighter jet programme would be a positive step for both Ankara and Washington while stressing the need to strengthen NATO's defence industry capacity. Speaking on the sidelines of the NATO summit, Jeanne Shaheen, Co-Chair of the Senate NATO Observe»»»

US President Donald Trump has hailed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as "a great leader" and described the two-day NATO summit in Ankara as "very successful." "We just concluded a very successful NATO summit here in Türkiye," Trump said at a news conference on Wednesday as the two-day NATO s»»»

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has praised Türkiye’s strategic importance in global and regional security, pledging closer cooperation with Ankara after talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara. "I appreciate Türkiye’s role. It is a key strat»»»

Turkish First Lady Emine Erdogan has hosted the spouses of leaders attending the 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit in the Turkish capital, Ankara. Erdogan on Wednesday welcomed the guests at the Cankaya Mansion, where they attended a roundtable titled “Children, Technology and Security»»»

Gjykata Speciale përmes një reagimi në “X” ka thënë e gjyqtarët e saj janë të paanshëm. Në një video të publikuar, zëdhënësja e kësaj Gjykate thotë se gjyqtarët e Hagës përzgjidhen në një panel i pavarur , për t’u siguruar që ata janë profesionalë dhe të pavarur. “Pavarësia dhe paanshmëria e Gjyqta»»»

NATO leaders have adopted the Ankara Summit Declaration, reaffirming their "ironclad commitment" to collective defence and declaring that an attack on one ally is an attack on all, as the alliance unveiled new defence investments and renewed support for Ukraine. The declaration on Wednesday reaffir»»»

Every year, hundreds of thousands of cruise passengers step off their ships at Galata Port and walk within meters of this 16th-century mosque and tomb without a second glance. Few know they are passing the resting place of Kilic Ali Pasha, one of the most consequential naval commanders in Mediterra»»»

The Turkish capital, Ankara is hosting the 2026 NATO Summit of heads of state and government this week. This is only the second NATO Summit – after Istanbul 2004 – in the country, which has been a stalwart member of the North Atlantic Alliance since officially joining on 18 February 1952. A nation »»»

Romania, Bulgaria and Türkiye on Wednesday signed an amendment to the memorandum governing their trilateral Mine Countermeasures Black Sea Task Group, expanding its mandate to include the protection of critical underwater infrastructure. Romania's Defence Ministry said the amendment was signed by t»»»

Czech President Petr Pavel described Türkiye as “a strategically important ally whose geographic position and military capabilities make it essential to NATO’s collective security,” saying he looks forward to strengthening cooperation on shared security challenges. In written responses to Anadolu a»»»

The security of the Indo-Pacific and the North Atlantic can no longer be viewed separately, Australia's Defence Industry Minister Pat Conroy said, arguing that modern conflicts demand closer cooperation between NATO and partners in Asia. Speaking to TRT World on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in »»»

Presidenti i SHBA-së, Donald Trump, ka rikthyer deklaratat e tij për Groenlandën, duke theksuar se territori duhet të jetë nën kontrollin e Shteteve të Bashkuara dhe jo të Danimarkës. Duke folur në margjinat e samitit të NATO-s në Turqi, Trump u tha gazetarëve se Groenlanda ka një rëndësi të madhe »»»

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Tuesday took part in two high-level ministerial meetings held alongside the NATO Leaders' Summit in Ankara, joining discussions with allies, Ukraine and partners from the Gulf region. According to the Turkish foreign ministry, Fidan attended the NATO-Ukraine »»»

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has welcomed US President Donald Trump with an “A+” official ceremony at the Presidential Complex in Ankara during his official visit to Türkiye. Cavalry units met Trump’s official vehicle on Tuesday on the avenue in front of the complex and escorted it to the»»»

Two of Türkiye's leading defence companies have said they are stepping up efforts to forge new partnerships with NATO allies, arguing that the country's production capacity and advanced defence technologies can help meet Europe's growing security needs as the alliance expands defence cooperation. S»»»

As football fans around the world follow every pass, tackle and goal at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, leaders gathered in Ankara used the language of the popular game to outline NATO's vision for its next phase — one in which Türkiye cast itself not only as the summit host but also as a key industria»»»

US President Donald Trump has praised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a respected world leader during their joint press conference in Ankara ahead of the NATO Leaders' Summit. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed US President Donald Trump with an official ceremony at the Presidential C»»»

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has met his Finnish counterpart Alexander Stubb in the capital Ankara, as the two-day NATO summit kicked off. Meeting at the presidential complex on Tuesday, Erdogan and Stubb discussed bilateral relations as well as regional and global matters, Türkiye's Comm»»»

Türkiye has committed to procuring a significant number of ground-launched long-range Atmaca cruise missiles, NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska said on Tuesday, as allies seek to expand defence production and strengthen long-range strike capabilities. Speaking at the NATO Summit Def»»»

NATO used the opening day of its 2026 summit in Ankara to showcase a sweeping expansion of the alliance's defence industrial ambitions, announcing a series of multinational procurement projects that involve several members, including Türkiye. The joint manufacturing initiatives and new investments »»»

Ndërmarrjet mikro, të vogla dhe të mesme (NMVM) në Kosovë do të kenë qasje më të lehtë në financim falë zgjerimit të Programit të Garancisë BE–KfW për Ballkanin Perëndimor, I financuar nga Bashkimi Evropian. Programi ka filluar të zbatohet tashmë përmes tetë institucioneve financiare, pas nënshkrim»»»

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said that the ambit of European security cannot be limited to EU states and requires a broader approach where Türkiye plays a role in the continent's security architecture. Speaking at an event titled "European Security After the Ankara Summit: Strengthening»»»

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has met with a bipartisan delegation of US lawmakers in Ankara ahead of the NATO summit, diplomatic sources said. Fidan received Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, co-chair of the US Senate NATO Observer Group and a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, alo»»»

For much of its 77-year history, NATO's strategic compass has pointed squarely at Europe. Russia remains its principal military threat, and the war in Ukraine continues to dominate the alliance's agenda. But on the eve of the NATO Summit in Ankara, Secretary General Mark Rutte outlined a broader vi»»»

NATO has released a promotional video ahead of the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, highlighting Türkiye’s strategic location, defence industry and the Turkish capital’s historical and cultural heritage. Shared on the alliance’s social media accounts on Monday, the video says: “Welcome to Ankara. With 3»»»

Komisioneri Shtetëror i Zgjedhjeve, Ilirian Celibashi, vlerëson se Shqipëria nuk është ende gati për një depolitizim të plotë të administratës zgjedhore. Ai propozon një model hibrid, ku partitë politike të vijojnë të kenë rol në administrimin e zgjedhjeve, por me një përfshirje më të madhe të KQZ-»»»

Komisioneri Shtetëror i Zgjedhjeve, Ilirian Celibashi, vlerëson se Shqipëria nuk është ende gati për një depolitizim të plotë të administratës zgjedhore. Ai propozon një model hibrid, ku partitë politike të vijojnë të kenë rol në administrimin e zgjedhjeve, por me një përfshirje më të madhe të KQZ-»»»

Komisioneri Shtetëror i Zgjedhjeve, Ilirian Celibashi, vlerëson se Shqipëria nuk është ende gati për një depolitizim të plotë të administratës zgjedhore. Ai propozon një model hibrid, ku partitë politike të vijojnë të kenë rol në administrimin e zgjedhjeve, por me një përfshirje më të madhe të KQZ-»»»

Komisioneri Shtetëror i Zgjedhjeve, Ilirian Celibashi, vlerëson se Shqipëria nuk është ende gati për një depolitizim të plotë të administratës zgjedhore. Ai propozon një model hibrid, ku partitë politike të vijojnë të kenë rol në administrimin e zgjedhjeve, por me një përfshirje më të madhe të KQZ-»»»

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has thanked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his team for hosting NATO alliance leaders at a "fantastic venue," as he unveiled figures showing European NATO allies and Canada have already ramped up defence spending to around 4 percent of their gross domes»»»

An International Media Centre has been set up at the Presidential Nation's Library for journalists covering this week’s NATO summit in the Turkish capital, Ankara, featuring 1,800 workstations, 40 editing rooms, and more than 100 live broadcast positions. Around 2,500 journalists, television crews,»»»