Turkey

Country Turkey
Capital Ankara
Continent Asia
Currency Turkish lira(TRY)
Languages Turkish

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Ahmad Modern Turkey was founded in 1923 from the Anatolian remnants of the defeated Ottoman Empire by national hero Mustafa KEMAL, who was later honored with the title Ataturk or "Father of the Turks." Under his authoritarian leadership, the country adopted wide-ranging social, legal, and political reforms. After a period of one-party rule, an experiment with multi-party politics led to the 1950 election victory of the opposition Democratic Party and the peaceful transfer of power. Since then, Turkish political parties have multiplied, but democracy has been fractured by periods of instability and intermittent military coups (1960, 1971, 1980), which in each case eventually resulted in a return of political power to civilians. In 1997, the military again helped engineer the ouster - popularly dubbed a "post-modern coup" - of the then Islamic-oriented government. Turkey intervened militarily on Cyprus in 1974 to prevent a Greek takeover of the island and has since acted as patron state to the "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus," which only Turkey recognizes. A separatist insurgency begun in 1984 by the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) - now known as the People's Congress of Kurdistan or Kongra-Gel (KGK) - has dominated the Turkish military's attention and claimed more than 30,000 lives. After the capture of the group's leader in 1999, the insurgents largely withdrew from Turkey mainly to northern Iraq. In 2004, KGK announced an end to its ceasefire and attacks attributed to the KGK increased. Turkey joined the UN in 1945 and in 1952 it became a member of NATO; it holds a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council during 2009-10. In 1964, Turkey became an associate member of the European Community. Over the past decade, it has undertaken many reforms to strengthen its democracy and economy; it began accession membership talks with the European Union in 2005.

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Turkey's gas shift threatens Russia and Iran's last big European market - ReutersTurkey's gas shift threatens Russia and Iran's last big European market  Reuters

Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 strikes Turkey: GFZ | World News - Hindustan TimesEarthquake of magnitude 4.7 strikes Turkey: GFZ | World News  Hindustan Times

Türkiye to monitor implementation of Gaza ceasefire: President Erdogan - TRT WorldTürkiye to monitor implementation of Gaza ceasefire: President Erdogan  TRT World

Turkey’s Involvement, Netanyahu’s Doha Apology: This Is Why Hamas Accepted Trump’s Peace Plan - Times of IndiaTurkey’s Involvement, Netanyahu’s Doha Apology: This Is Why Hamas Accepted Trump’s Peace Plan  Times of India

Türkiye to join task force for monitoring cease-fire | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye to join task force for monitoring cease-fire | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Discovery of 11,000-year-old carved face in Turkey offers new insight into early human expression - The Art NewspaperDiscovery of 11,000-year-old carved face in Turkey offers new insight into early human expression  The Art Newspaper

Earthquake today: 4.7 magnitude tremor strikes Turkey - MintEarthquake today: 4.7 magnitude tremor strikes Turkey  Mint

Turkish celebrities questioned in drugs investigation - BBCTurkish celebrities questioned in drugs investigation  BBC

Oil, power and politics: Why Türkiye-Iraq pipeline reset matters | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahOil, power and politics: Why Türkiye-Iraq pipeline reset matters | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Middle East: US, Turkey, Qatar envoys arrive for Gaza talks - DWMiddle East: US, Turkey, Qatar envoys arrive for Gaza talks  DW

The Cognitive Triangle: How Pakistan, China & Turkey Export Disinformation; Why India Is Their Biggest Test: OPED - EurAsian TimesThe Cognitive Triangle: How Pakistan, China & Turkey Export Disinformation; Why India Is Their Biggest Test: OPED  EurAsian Times

Why Israel’s attack did not trigger a prompt Qatari pivot to Turkey - Amwaj.mediaWhy Israel’s attack did not trigger a prompt Qatari pivot to Turkey  Amwaj.media

Turkey emerges as key player in Gaza ceasefire deal - ReutersTurkey emerges as key player in Gaza ceasefire deal  Reuters

Türkiye steps in: How Erdogan’s diplomacy helped deliver Gaza’s hardest-won ceasefire - TRT WorldTürkiye steps in: How Erdogan’s diplomacy helped deliver Gaza’s hardest-won ceasefire  TRT World

Durapower and Kivanç Enerji Partner to Explore Battery Manufacturing Venture in Turkey to Supply U.S. Market - SolarQuarterDurapower and Kivanç Enerji Partner to Explore Battery Manufacturing Venture in Turkey to Supply U.S. Market  SolarQuarter

Erdogan says Turkey to join ‘task force’ to monitor Gaza deal - Al Arabiya EnglishErdogan says Turkey to join ‘task force’ to monitor Gaza deal  Al Arabiya English

How energy and trade are redefining US–Turkey regional cooperation - Atlantic CouncilHow energy and trade are redefining US–Turkey regional cooperation  Atlantic Council

Turkey President Erdogan rakes up Kashmir Issue at UN General Assembly: 'We hope...' | World News - Hindustan TimesTurkey President Erdogan rakes up Kashmir Issue at UN General Assembly: 'We hope...' | World News  Hindustan Times

ISS Signs DKK 100 Mln Annual Facility Services Contract In Türkiye - NasdaqISS Signs DKK 100 Mln Annual Facility Services Contract In Türkiye  Nasdaq

Leveraging long-nurtured Hamas ties, Turkey in the thick of efforts to end Gaza war - The Times of IsraelLeveraging long-nurtured Hamas ties, Turkey in the thick of efforts to end Gaza war  The Times of Israel

No Exit from Urals Turkey's Refineries Still Locked into Russian Supply - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comNo Exit from Urals Turkey's Refineries Still Locked into Russian Supply  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 strikes Turkey, GFZ says - The Indian ExpressEarthquake of magnitude 4.7 strikes Turkey, GFZ says  The Indian Express

Turkey lifts ban on Iraq's Sulaymaniyah airport amid PKK peace process - thenationalnews.comTurkey lifts ban on Iraq's Sulaymaniyah airport amid PKK peace process  thenationalnews.com

Turkey stocks lower at close of trade; BIST 100 down 0.27% - Investing.comTurkey stocks lower at close of trade; BIST 100 down 0.27%  Investing.com

Türkiye vows no ‘ethnic strife’ in terror-free initiative | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye vows no ‘ethnic strife’ in terror-free initiative | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Erdogan says Trump asked Turkey to convince Hamas to back Gaza plan - ReutersErdogan says Trump asked Turkey to convince Hamas to back Gaza plan  Reuters

Fugitive convicted of FETÖ membership captured in Türkiye | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahFugitive convicted of FETÖ membership captured in Türkiye | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Wildfires destroy 80,000 hectares across Türkiye this year - Hürriyet Daily NewsWildfires destroy 80,000 hectares across Türkiye this year  Hürriyet Daily News

Turkey’s Drone Sales to Kosovo Test its Friendship with Serbia - Balkan InsightTurkey’s Drone Sales to Kosovo Test its Friendship with Serbia  Balkan Insight

Türkiye sustains efforts to bolster Somalia’s security through military training at TURKSOM - TRT FrançaisTürkiye sustains efforts to bolster Somalia’s security through military training at TURKSOM  TRT Français

Hazelnuts: price gamble may cost Turkey dearly - Mundus AgriHazelnuts: price gamble may cost Turkey dearly  Mundus Agri

Greek Media Champions India's Brahmos and Future Dhvani Hypersonic Missile as Keys to Maritime Dominance Against Turkey - Defence.inGreek Media Champions India's Brahmos and Future Dhvani Hypersonic Missile as Keys to Maritime Dominance Against Turkey  Defence.in

Turkey floated $100 million Halkbank settlement idea at White House last month, sources say - ReutersTurkey floated $100 million Halkbank settlement idea at White House last month, sources say  Reuters

It’s time to return Turkey to the F-35 fold, even if we have to get creative - Defense OneIt’s time to return Turkey to the F-35 fold, even if we have to get creative  Defense One

With help of Türkiye, efforts underway to free Gaza flotilla activist in Israeli jail: Bangladesh - Anadolu AjansiWith help of Türkiye, efforts underway to free Gaza flotilla activist in Israeli jail: Bangladesh  Anadolu Ajansi

Turkey shares lower at close of trade; BIST 100 down 0.27% - Investing.com IndiaTurkey shares lower at close of trade; BIST 100 down 0.27%  Investing.com India

Türkiye Denies Eurofighter Purchase Talks with Qatar - TURDEFTürkiye Denies Eurofighter Purchase Talks with Qatar  TURDEF

Turkey Resists US Pressure to Halt Russian Oil Imports - energyintel.comTurkey Resists US Pressure to Halt Russian Oil Imports  energyintel.com

Turkey's president denies he is seeking another term in push for new constitution - ConstitutionNetTurkey's president denies he is seeking another term in push for new constitution  ConstitutionNet

Metropolitan Emmanuel welcomes Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming visit to Türkiye - Vatican NewsMetropolitan Emmanuel welcomes Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming visit to Türkiye  Vatican News

Türkiye says no final decision on Eurofighter procurement, criticizes EU SAFE restrictions - Türkiye TodayTürkiye says no final decision on Eurofighter procurement, criticizes EU SAFE restrictions  Türkiye Today

Türkiye’s unique pine honey is nationally protected thanks to new GI status - Food and Agriculture OrganizationTürkiye’s unique pine honey is nationally protected thanks to new GI status  Food and Agriculture Organization

Pope Leo to visit Turkey, Lebanon in November in first trip abroad - ReutersPope Leo to visit Turkey, Lebanon in November in first trip abroad  Reuters

Pope Leo will travel to Turkey and Lebanon in first international trip - CNNPope Leo will travel to Turkey and Lebanon in first international trip  CNN

Turkey gas shift threatens Iran’s last major European market - ????? ??????????Turkey gas shift threatens Iran’s last major European market  ????? ??????????

Turkey’s Ruling Party Uses the Courts to Defeat its Political Opposition - Stimson CenterTurkey’s Ruling Party Uses the Courts to Defeat its Political Opposition  Stimson Center

US sanctions firms in China, Turkey and UAE over Iran links - ????? ??????????US sanctions firms in China, Turkey and UAE over Iran links  ????? ??????????

Turkey’s new climate pledge would control emissions growth, not offer real cuts - Climate Home NewsTurkey’s new climate pledge would control emissions growth, not offer real cuts  Climate Home News

In Turkey, the Curious Case of an Empty Chair - Time MagazineIn Turkey, the Curious Case of an Empty Chair  Time Magazine

Germany, Turkey, China, Vietnam, India, Armenia, Egypt, Nepal, and Tanzania Top the List of Emerging Destinations for Saudi Tourists in 2026 - Travel And Tour WorldGermany, Turkey, China, Vietnam, India, Armenia, Egypt, Nepal, and Tanzania Top the List of Emerging Destinations for Saudi Tourists in 2026  Travel And Tour World

GEA expands into Türkiye after merger with EgitimAL - The PIE NewsGEA expands into Türkiye after merger with EgitimAL  The PIE News

Erdogan says Turkey to join 'task force' to monitor Gaza deal - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Erdogan says Turkey to join 'task force' to monitor Gaza deal  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

Serbian president slams Turkey over arms sales to Kosovo - politico.euSerbian president slams Turkey over arms sales to Kosovo  politico.eu

L’Étape Türkiye by Tour de France returns to unite amateur cyclists - Hürriyet Daily NewsL’Étape Türkiye by Tour de France returns to unite amateur cyclists  Hürriyet Daily News

Committee on terror-free Türkiye moves to final report stage | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahCommittee on terror-free Türkiye moves to final report stage | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

UN rapporteurs raise alarm over suppression of women’s rights defenders in Turkey - Stockholm Center for FreedomUN rapporteurs raise alarm over suppression of women’s rights defenders in Turkey  Stockholm Center for Freedom

Türkiye climbs to 12th place among world’s most valuable national football teams - Türkiye TodayTürkiye climbs to 12th place among world’s most valuable national football teams  Türkiye Today

Serbia angry with Turkey for arming Kosovo - The New ArabSerbia angry with Turkey for arming Kosovo  The New Arab

Kosovo Drone Delivery Sparks Tirade Against Turkey from Serbia’s Vucic - Balkan InsightKosovo Drone Delivery Sparks Tirade Against Turkey from Serbia’s Vucic  Balkan Insight

Ancient Egyptian Iconography Discovered in a Roman-Era Bathhouse in Turkey - ARTnews.comAncient Egyptian Iconography Discovered in a Roman-Era Bathhouse in Turkey  ARTnews.com

Türkiye’s exports to neighbors rise 3.5% to $20.3B in first 9 months - Türkiye TodayTürkiye’s exports to neighbors rise 3.5% to $20.3B in first 9 months  Türkiye Today

Foreign-plated vehicles can no longer leave Türkiye without paying fines - Türkiye TodayForeign-plated vehicles can no longer leave Türkiye without paying fines  Türkiye Today

Turkey steps in to help free Shahidul Alam from Israel - Dhaka TribuneTurkey steps in to help free Shahidul Alam from Israel  Dhaka Tribune

Highway project in central Turkey secures 974 million euro loan - ReutersHighway project in central Turkey secures 974 million euro loan  Reuters

US urges Hungary, Turkey, Slovakia to cut Russian oil dependence—NATO envoy [VIDEO] - TVP WorldUS urges Hungary, Turkey, Slovakia to cut Russian oil dependence—NATO envoy [VIDEO]  TVP World

Why India is uneasy about Türkiye’s growing influence in its strategic sphere - Türkiye TodayWhy India is uneasy about Türkiye’s growing influence in its strategic sphere  Türkiye Today

Leo to Visit Lebanon and Turkey in First Trip Abroad as Pope - The New York TimesLeo to Visit Lebanon and Turkey in First Trip Abroad as Pope  The New York Times

Pope Leo XIV to visit Turkey and Lebanon in first apostolic journey - The Catholic HeraldPope Leo XIV to visit Turkey and Lebanon in first apostolic journey  The Catholic Herald

Israel continues Gaza attacks despite ceasefire, German chancellor thanks Türkiye for mediation - Türkiye TodayIsrael continues Gaza attacks despite ceasefire, German chancellor thanks Türkiye for mediation  Türkiye Today

Turkey pleased with Gaza ceasefire deal, will monitor implementation - AL-MonitorTurkey pleased with Gaza ceasefire deal, will monitor implementation  AL-Monitor

Turkish Airlines, Air Algerie sign deal to boost strategic cooperation, connectivity - Türkiye TodayTurkish Airlines, Air Algerie sign deal to boost strategic cooperation, connectivity  Türkiye Today

Gaza situation cannot return to pre-Oct. 7 despair: Türkiye | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahGaza situation cannot return to pre-Oct. 7 despair: Türkiye | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Details of Gaza ceasefire deal unveiled, highlighting Israeli withdrawal, Türkiye’s role - Türkiye TodayDetails of Gaza ceasefire deal unveiled, highlighting Israeli withdrawal, Türkiye’s role  Türkiye Today

Türkiye sees Iraq’s peace, security as inseparable from its own: President Erdogan - Anadolu AjansiTürkiye sees Iraq’s peace, security as inseparable from its own: President Erdogan  Anadolu Ajansi

Hasçelik launches EUR 150 million green steel plant in Turkey - Yieh Corp.Hasçelik launches EUR 150 million green steel plant in Turkey  Yieh Corp.

Archaeologists Discover 60 Ancient Tombs in Turkey, Revealing 2,200 Years of History - Indian Defence ReviewArchaeologists Discover 60 Ancient Tombs in Turkey, Revealing 2,200 Years of History  Indian Defence Review

Turkey to monitor Gaza deal implementation, Erdogan says - The Times of IsraelTurkey to monitor Gaza deal implementation, Erdogan says  The Times of Israel

Canada Unites with Japan, Greece, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Türkiye, Ireland, Croatia, France as New Top 10 Global Destinations in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards - Travel And Tour WorldCanada Unites with Japan, Greece, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Türkiye, Ireland, Croatia, France as New Top 10 Global Destinations in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards  Travel And Tour World

Pakistan And Turkey Move To Deepen Strategic, Economic, And Defense Ties – OpEd - Eurasia ReviewPakistan And Turkey Move To Deepen Strategic, Economic, And Defense Ties – OpEd  Eurasia Review

Türkiye's Vakif Katilim completes $500M sukuk issuance | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye's Vakif Katilim completes $500M sukuk issuance | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Iran and Türkiye’s Managed Geopolitical Rivalry - THE INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS REVIEWIran and Türkiye’s Managed Geopolitical Rivalry  THE INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS REVIEW

Turkey Prefabricated Construction Industry Report 2025: Market to Grow by 3.7% to Reach TRY 69.52 Billion this Year - Future Growth Dynamics to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com - Business WireTurkey Prefabricated Construction Industry Report 2025: Market to Grow by 3.7% to Reach TRY 69.52 Billion this Year - Future Growth Dynamics to 2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com  Business Wire

Türkiye should set import targets to curb deficit: Top chamber head | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye should set import targets to curb deficit: Top chamber head | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

British Airways Flight from Turkey to the UK Makes Emergency Landing in Romania After Crew Suffers Smoke Inhalation - Travel And Tour WorldBritish Airways Flight from Turkey to the UK Makes Emergency Landing in Romania After Crew Suffers Smoke Inhalation  Travel And Tour World

Erdogan: Türkiye, US enter ‘new era’ after talks on F-35s and strengthening ties - TRT WorldErdogan: Türkiye, US enter ‘new era’ after talks on F-35s and strengthening ties  TRT World

Erdogan says Turkey will be part of Gaza ceasefire task force - thenationalnews.comErdogan says Turkey will be part of Gaza ceasefire task force  thenationalnews.com

UPDATE: Pope Leo XIV to make first international trip, to Turkey and Lebanon - Catholic News AgencyUPDATE: Pope Leo XIV to make first international trip, to Turkey and Lebanon  Catholic News Agency

Türkiye's industrial production growth rebounds in August | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye's industrial production growth rebounds in August | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Turkey working to fly Shahidul Alam from Israeli prison to Ankara by special aircraft - The Business StandardTurkey working to fly Shahidul Alam from Israeli prison to Ankara by special aircraft  The Business Standard

ISS Signs New Service Agreement in Turkey Worth 100 Million Danish Kroner Annually - MarketScreenerISS Signs New Service Agreement in Turkey Worth 100 Million Danish Kroner Annually  MarketScreener

Serbian Leader Lashes Out at Turkey Over Drone Deal With Kosovo - Bloomberg.comSerbian Leader Lashes Out at Turkey Over Drone Deal With Kosovo  Bloomberg.com

Turkey Summons Stars in Drug Inquiry Amid Crackdown Fears - tovima.comTurkey Summons Stars in Drug Inquiry Amid Crackdown Fears  tovima.com

Türkiye grants first-ever authorisation for LEO satellite IoT services - SatellitePro METürkiye grants first-ever authorisation for LEO satellite IoT services  SatellitePro ME

Cruise Tourism in Türkiye Shatters a Twelve-Year Record with Millions of Passengers and Expands to New Routes Including Çanakkale, Sinop, and Trabzon - Travel And Tour WorldCruise Tourism in Türkiye Shatters a Twelve-Year Record with Millions of Passengers and Expands to New Routes Including Çanakkale, Sinop, and Trabzon  Travel And Tour World

Türkiye welcomes Gaza ceasefire, urges immediate humanitarian aid - TRT WorldTürkiye welcomes Gaza ceasefire, urges immediate humanitarian aid  TRT World

From Outcast to Broker: Erdogan's Turkey Reclaims Its Role in Gaza Diplomacy - HaaretzFrom Outcast to Broker: Erdogan's Turkey Reclaims Its Role in Gaza Diplomacy  Haaretz

Fidan, Barzani meet to discuss 'terror-free Türkiye' bid - Hürriyet Daily NewsFidan, Barzani meet to discuss 'terror-free Türkiye' bid  Hürriyet Daily News

Kosovo receives Skydagger kamikaze drones from Turkey's Baykar - SeeNewsKosovo receives Skydagger kamikaze drones from Turkey's Baykar  SeeNews

Türkiye grants 1st authorization for LEO satellite IoT services - news.satnews.comTürkiye grants 1st authorization for LEO satellite IoT services  news.satnews.com

Türkiye’s homegrown Taurus satellite constellation ready for launch - Anadolu AjansiTürkiye’s homegrown Taurus satellite constellation ready for launch  Anadolu Ajansi

After Israel's strike in Qatar, is Turkey next? - Responsible StatecraftAfter Israel's strike in Qatar, is Turkey next?  Responsible Statecraft