TRT World - AI can be delegated authority, but not responsibility: Türkiye's technology minister
Turkish Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacir has said that artificial intelligence could not be allowed to operate without clear accountability, emphasising that technological progress must remain centred on human responsibility. Speaking at the TRT World Forum panel on Saturday titl»»»
TRT World - Middle East war's energy shock twice 1973 oil embargo: Turkish finance minister
Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek has said that the war in the Middle East would fundamentally reshape the region's economic and security landscape, accelerating efforts to reduce strategic dependencies, diversify trade routes and strengthen regional cooperation. Speaking at the T»»»
TRT World - Maritime corridors can turn into battlefields, Türkiye’s Fidan warns
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has warned that “a maritime corridor can become a battlefield, a pipeline can become an instrument of pressure”, highlighting how insecurity along vital trade routes threatens economies far beyond conflict zones. Speaking at the TRT World Forum on Saturday durin»»»
TRT World - Türkiye says French-flagged vessel plans unauthorised research in Eastern Mediterranean
Türkiye has said that a French-flagged vessel was planning to conduct unauthorised marine scientific research on its continental shelf in the Eastern Mediterranean, stressing that the required consent process had not yet been completed. In a written statement on Friday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry»»»
TRT World - Turkish nominee Feridun Sinirlioglu outlines plan if elected UN chief
Türkiye's nominee for UN secretary general, Feridun Sinirlioglu, has pledged to help "build a more prosperous and just world for all" if chosen to lead the organisation. "If selected, I would dedicate all my experience, energy, and commitment to ensuring that the United Nations remains faithful to »»»
TRT World - Decade of dialogue: TRT World Forum 2026 kicks off in Istanbul
The 10th edition of the TRT World Forum has kicked off in Istanbul under the theme "A World Without a Center: Who Leads When the Rules Run Out?" Organised annually by Turkish public broadcaster TRT since 2017, the high-level gathering at the Istanbul Congress Centre brings together politicians, aca»»»
TRT World - No Palestine without Gaza, no peace without ending Israeli occupation: Türkiye's Kalin
Turkish intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin has said there can be no peace in the Middle East without addressing the Palestinian cause and ending Israel’s occupation. Speaking at the official opening ceremony of the TRT World Forum 2026 on Friday at the Istanbul Congress Center, Kalin said: “There is »»»
TRT World - Türkiye plans $400M investment in space programme, advances plans for spaceport in Somalia
Türkiye plans to allocate more than 20 billion Turkish lira ($398.7 million) to the Turkish Space Agency to accelerate its National Space Program goals and reduce the nation's dependence on foreign aerospace technology. The annual allocation under the three-year financial package is expected to inc»»»
TRT World - Netflix to invest $200M in Turkish productions over three years
Netflix has pledged to invest around $200 million in Turkish films and television series between 2026 and 2028, as the streaming platform marks its 10th anniversary in the country. Under the investment plan, new productions will be filmed in different cities across Türkiye, creating employment oppo»»»
TRT World - Palestinian woman uses self-taught Turkish to deliver aid to displaced families in Gaza
Moving between displacement camps and piles of rubble in Gaza City, 22-year-old Palestinian Sawsan al Sultan delivers food and water to families affected by Israel’s genocidal war. Using Turkish she taught herself as a child, al Sultan has built connections with Turkish humanitarian organisations t»»»
TRT World - Mecca alliance open to regional countries sharing common peace vision: Turkish FM Fidan
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said other regional countries that share a common vision of peace could join the Mecca defence alliance formed by Türkiye, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Fidan made the remarks in an article titled The Role of Regional Ownership in Our Foreign Policy: The Mecca »»»
TRT World - Türkiye's parliament ratifies Mecca Joint Defence Pact involving Saudi Arabia and Pakistan
Turkish parliament has ratified the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, a defence pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, clearing the way for Ankara to send military support to Riyadh amid attacks by Yemen's Houthi militia against the kingdom. Under the agreement, approved by the Turkish lawma»»»
TRT World - Türkiye eyes $500B investment under 'National Energy 2040' vision
Türkiye has unveiled a $500 billion energy roadmap aimed at boosting domestic production, expanding renewable and nuclear capacity, and strengthening energy independence by 2040, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said. Under the roadmap, Türkiye's electricity demand is proje»»»
TRT World - Middle East diplomacy heats up to cool down regional tensions
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi have spoken by phone about the regional security situation, Turkish diplomatic sources said. During the call on Thursday, the two discussed ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington, as the Iran war is now in i»»»
TRT World - Only Türkiye holds key to Europe's economic dynamism, competitiveness: minister
Turkish Industry and Technology Minister Mehmet Fatih Kacir has said that Türkiye is the only country providing the “economic dynamism and the competitiveness that the EU needs” through its local manufacturing capacity. The remarks were made on Thursday at the opening of the 17th Bosphorus Summit, »»»
TRT World - Türkiye's Fidan to visit TRNC for talks on Cyprus issue
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will pay a working visit to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) on Friday, according to diplomatic sources. During his visit, Fidan is expected to be received by TRNC President Tufan Erhurman and Prime Minister Unal Ustel. He will also meet with Forei»»»
TRT World - President Erdogan eyes Azerbaijan visit for Victory Day, reaffirms 'unbreakable' brotherhood
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said he plans to visit Azerbaijan on November 8 to attend the country's Victory Day celebrations, reaffirming the close bond between Ankara and Baku. Speaking to journalists aboard his flight back from South Korea on Tuesday, Erdogan said he hoped to trave»»»
TRT World - Türkiye's Bayraktar TB2 UCAV launches FPV drones in strike test
Two attack drones launched from a Bayraktar TB2 unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) struck their targets during a flight test in northwestern Türkiye, Turkish defence firm Baykar has said. The TB2 took off from the Kesan Flight Training and Test Center in Edirne province carrying 16 first-person-»»»
TRT World - US lawmakers to join COP31 in Türkiye despite Trump's climate pullback
An American congressional delegation will travel to Türkiye for the annual UN climate summit, a Democratic lawmaker said on Wednesday, a day after his party's landslide midterm victory. The United States had not taken part in the negotiations after President Donald Trump withdrew the country from t»»»
TRT World - Türkiye slams EU Commission's 2026 report as 'prejudiced and unfair'
Türkiye has slammed “unfounded allegations” in the European Commission’s 2026 Türkiye report, accusing some EU officials of applying double standards and adopting an increasingly inconsistent approach toward Ankara. In a statement on Wednesday in response to the report, the Turkish foreign ministry»»»
TRT World - Türkiye to showcase Southeastern Anatolian cotton at COP31
Türkiye will showcase Southeastern Anatolian cotton on the global stage at the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31). The Better Cotton Initiative practices implemented across the nation's southeast will be showcased at the event to be held in Antalya from November 9 to 20. The project was coor»»»
TRT World - Türkiye set to unveil major platform to accelerate decarbonisation at COP31
Türkiye is planning to unveil the Türkiye Industrial Decarbonisation Investment Platform (TIDIP) at the upcoming 31st UN climate change conference (COP31) in the nation's southwestern Antalya province. Antalya will host COP31 on November 9-20, with a primary focus on establishing complementary part»»»
TRT World - President Erdogan meets South Korea's top executives to deepen economic and industrial ties
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met senior executives from leading South Korean companies on Wednesday during his official visit to Seoul, seeking to strengthen economic and industrial cooperation between the two countries. The meetings brought together representatives of major firms in tech»»»
TRT World - Türkiye, Azerbaijan strengthen ties through reconstruction and regional cooperation
Turkish Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumakli has highlighted the close strategic ties between Türkiye and Azerbaijan, affirming that Turkish institutions and companies continue to contribute directly to the reconstruction and development of territories liberated from occupation. "Our i»»»
TRT World - Türkiye's intelligence chief holds talks in UAE on regional security
Türkiye's National Intelligence Chief Ibrahim Kalin has paid an official visit to the UAE, according to a Turkish official on Tuesday. Kalin was received in Abu Dhabi on Monday by UAE Vice President Mansour bin Zayed, Turkish Ambassador to Abu Dhabi Lutfullah Goktas said in a post on X. UAE Nationa»»»
TRT World - Aselsan clinches $1.1B deal to export air defence systems
Turkish defence company Aselsan has said that it signed a $1.1 billion contract to supply air defence systems to an overseas customer. In a filing with Türkiye's Public Disclosure Platform on Tuesday, Aselsan said it expected the agreement to boost its revenue. The company did not disclose the iden»»»
TRT World - Turkic states eye joint space projects to raise global profile
The Organization of Turkic States (OTS) plans to hold "Turkic World Space Days" at major international events and is targeting a 2027 launch for a jointly developed satellite as it seeks to expand cooperation in space science, technology and innovation. According to information compiled by Anadolu,»»»
TRT World - Türkiye showcases 100 repatriated artefacts from US at Boubon exhibition
Türkiye secured the return of 100 cultural artefacts from the US, officially presenting them at the Istanbul Archaeological Museums during an event attended by Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy and Manhattan Assistant District Attorney Matthew Bogdanos. The event also marked the openin»»»
TRT World - Israeli-provoked wars drive up global energy prices, strain economies: Turkish VP
Wars sparked by Israeli provocations are exerting severe pressure on global energy prices and national economies, Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz has said. “As a result of the wars that started with Israel’s provocations, we are witnessing the pressure that world energy prices create on our ec»»»
TRT World - Italy views Türkiye as key partner in European security: Ambassador
Italy considers Türkiye a crucial partner in European security and seeks closer cooperation on regional stability, NATO and international initiatives, Italian Ambassador to Türkiye Giuseppe Manzo told Anadolu in an exclusive interview. “We really believe that Türkiye has a crucial role in our secur»»»
TRT World - Türkiye expands economic footprint in Kazakhstan with major Almaty Airport investment
Turkish airport operator TAV Airports is expanding its investment in Kazakhstan, raising its total commitment to around $642.5 million as Türkiye and Kazakhstan seek to deepen their economic ties. On Monday, TAV Airports CEO Serkan Kaptan and Kazakh Transport Minister Nurlan Sauranbayev signed an a»»»
TRT World - Erdogan seeks $15B trade target and deeper strategic ties on South Korea visit
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has outlined an ambitious agenda for expanding Türkiye’s strategic partnership with South Korea, setting a $15 billion bilateral trade target and identifying nuclear energy, defence industry, advanced technology and transport infrastructure as key areas for co»»»
TRT World - President Erdogan begins South Korea visit to boost strategic partnership
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Seoul on Monday for an official visit aimed at strengthening Türkiye’s strategic partnership with South Korea. President Erdogan and First Lady Emine Erdogan were welcomed at Seoul Air Base in Seongnam by South Korean Trade Minister Park Jung-sung. »»»
TRT World - US examining Türkiye's proposal on Black Sea grain shipments: Rubio
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that Washington is examining proposals, including one put forward by Türkiye, to facilitate grain shipments through the Black Sea, stressing that efforts to protect food security must continue despite the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Speaking at a news conf»»»
TRT World - Türkiye puts forward proposals to tackle global crises at G20: Fidan
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said that Ankara put forward practical proposals to address global crises and strengthen international cooperation during a G20 foreign ministers' meeting in the US city of Atlanta, highlighting Ankara's commitment to a constructive, problem-solving foreign »»»
TRT World - Attacks on civilian ships in Black Sea serve no one’s interests: Turkish President
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has warned that attacks on civilian vessels and steps that could further escalate tensions in the Black Sea serve no one’s interests, pledging Türkiye’s readiness to help pave the way for peace in Ukraine. Speaking after talks with Ukrainian President Volodymy»»»
TRT World - Türkiye puts forward Feridun Sinirlioglu for top UN post
Türkiye has formally nominated Feridun Sinirlioglu, secretary-general of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), as a candidate for UN secretary general, Turkish foreign ministry sources told Anadolu Agency. Friday's decision followed an impasse in the selection process, wi»»»
Security knows no borders: Responding to threats starts with cooperation
Turning new technologies into more effective protection for people, property and infrastructure was the central focus of the inaugural Bulgarian Security Summit, held on 28–29 October 2026 at the Inter Expo Center in Sofia. Organised by a&s Adria magazine and the Bulgarian industry association NAFT»»»
TRT World - Turkish Cypriot president pledges close cooperation with Türkiye for lasting Cyprus settlement
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) President Tufan Erhurman has pledged to continue working closely with Türkiye towards a lasting settlement on the island. “We’ll continue working for a just and lasting solution on the island in close consultation and cooperation with Türkiye,” Erhurman sa»»»
TRT World - Türkiye's Erdogan: Solidarity among Turkic states is a 'strategic necessity'
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan described solidarity among Turkic states as a “strategic necessity” amid global conflicts, ahead of the 13th summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) in Ankara. “World politics is undergoing a profound transformation. At a time when the international »»»
TRT World - Türkiye, Uzbekistan sign five agreements as Erdogan and Mirziyoyev push to deepen ties
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met in Ankara on Thursday and witnessed the signing of five bilateral agreements aimed at expanding cooperation across key economic and institutional sectors, Türkiye’s Communications Directorate said. The leaders held ta»»»
TRT World - Türkiye vows deeper Turkic world ties ahead of Ankara summit
Türkiye will continue working to deepen cooperation with Turkic states across all fields, drawing on longstanding fraternal ties, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Thursday ahead of a summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) in Ankara. Fidan made the remarks on US social media platform »»»
TRT World - In pictures: Türkiye celebrates 103rd Republic Day
Türkiye marked the 103rd anniversary of the founding of the Republic on Thursday with official ceremonies, cultural events and public celebrations across the country, with the capital Ankara at the centre of commemorations. Turkish flags were raised at homes, workplaces and public spaces. 103-metre»»»
TRT World - Türkiye hosts 13th OTS summit to advance Turkic unity and cooperation
Türkiye is set to host the 13th summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) to further “unity in language, thought, and deed” among its member states. The summit, to be held on Thursday and Friday in the Turkish capital Ankara, will be hosted by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, under t»»»
TRT World - Türkiye marks 103rd Republic Day with ceremonies, nationwide celebrations
Türkiye is marking the 103rd anniversary of the founding of its Republic with ceremonies in the capital and festivities across the country. Celebrations in Ankara were set to begin with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and senior state officials visiting Anitkabir, the mausoleum of founder Mustafa Ke»»»
Tragjedia hekurudhore në Spanjë, gabimi njerëzor dyshohet si shkaku kryesor i përplasjes me 68 viktima
Neglizhenca e mundshme e një tekniku të kompanisë publike hekurudhore Adif, i cili nuk paralajmëroi për rrezikun e përplasjes së dy trenave, është një nga pistat kryesore të hetimit për tragjedinë pranë Toledos. Sipas mediave spanjolle, aksidenti ka shkaktuar deri më tani 68 viktima. Gabimi njerëzo»»»
TRT World - Türkiye, Kazakhstan to expand defence ties: official
Türkiye will diversify and deepen its defence industry cooperation with Kazakhstan on a win-win basis, the head of Türkiye's Secretariat of Defence Industries said on Wednesday. Haluk Gorgun made the remarks in a social media post via NSosyal after attending talks at the Presidential Complex in the»»»
TRT World - Erdogan, Trump discuss regional tensions, Ukraine war and bilateral ties in phone call
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and US President Donald Trump discussed bilateral relations and regional and global developments in a phone call, Türkiye’s Communications Directorate said on Wednesday. Erdogan said Türkiye would continue working to strengthen ties with the United States and »»»
TRT World - Erdogan, Tokayev vow to deepen Türkiye-Kazakhstan strategic partnership
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met in Ankara to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and address regional and global issues, Türkiye’s Communications Directorate has said. The leaders held a one-on-one meeting on Wednesday and chaired talks between»»»
TRT World - Erdogan offers condolences to Spain over deadly train crash
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has extended condolences to Spain over a train crash that killed at least 68 people and injured over 100 others. “I wholeheartedly share, on behalf of my country and nation, the grief of those who lost their loved ones, and I send Türkiye’s messages of unity a»»»