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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Months after Operation Sindoor, India takes major step against pro-Pakistan Turkey, decided to cancel.... - India.ComMonths after Operation Sindoor, India takes major step against pro-Pakistan Turkey, decided to cancel....  India.Com

Starmer signs £8bn deal to supply Turkey with Typhoon fighter jets - BBCStarmer signs £8bn deal to supply Turkey with Typhoon fighter jets  BBC

Türkiye is expanding its influence in India’s neighbourhood — after Pakistan now Bangladesh - ThePrintTürkiye is expanding its influence in India’s neighbourhood — after Pakistan now Bangladesh  ThePrint

Magnitude 6.1 earthquake hits western Turkey; buildings collapse, no casualties reported - Times of IndiaMagnitude 6.1 earthquake hits western Turkey; buildings collapse, no casualties reported  Times of India

German Chancellor Merz on inaugural visit to Turkey - DWGerman Chancellor Merz on inaugural visit to Turkey  DW

Turkey’s “Eurofighter Blunder”? Why Policymakers In Ankara Would Not Be Very Pleased With $10.6B Jet Deal? - EurAsian TimesTurkey’s “Eurofighter Blunder”? Why Policymakers In Ankara Would Not Be Very Pleased With $10.6B Jet Deal?  EurAsian Times

New chapter: on Türkiye and the Kurdistan Workers Party’s announcement - The HinduNew chapter: on Türkiye and the Kurdistan Workers Party’s announcement  The Hindu

Türkiye: Summary Note on Financial Service Providers in Türkiye - 2025 - ReliefWebTürkiye: Summary Note on Financial Service Providers in Türkiye - 2025  ReliefWeb

Iran, Turkey & Saudi Arabia closer than ever as Israel watches nervously? | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesIran, Turkey & Saudi Arabia closer than ever as Israel watches nervously? | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Two dead after seven-storey building collapses in Turkey - Euronews.comTwo dead after seven-storey building collapses in Turkey  Euronews.com

Turkey and Germany must focus on joint defence projects, Erdogan says - AL-MonitorTurkey and Germany must focus on joint defence projects, Erdogan says  AL-Monitor

Can Merz-Erdogan talks reset tricky Germany-Turkey ties? - DWCan Merz-Erdogan talks reset tricky Germany-Turkey ties?  DW

The limits of Turkey’s influence in Syria are showing - The EconomistThe limits of Turkey’s influence in Syria are showing  The Economist

Afghanistan, Pakistan Resume Talks In Turkey Following Islamabad's 'Obliterate Taliban' Threat - News18Afghanistan, Pakistan Resume Talks In Turkey Following Islamabad's 'Obliterate Taliban' Threat  News18

Turkey stocks lower at close of trade; BIST 100 down 0.31% - Investing.comTurkey stocks lower at close of trade; BIST 100 down 0.31%  Investing.com

Pakistan-Taliban peace talks likely to resume soon in Turkey, says source - FirstpostPakistan-Taliban peace talks likely to resume soon in Turkey, says source  Firstpost

Türkiye's taekwondo star Kavurat strikes gold again - TRT WorldTürkiye's taekwondo star Kavurat strikes gold again  TRT World

‘We have an invader on our island’: Cyprus FM hits out at Türkiye from New Delhi as India skipped Turkish National Day - WION‘We have an invader on our island’: Cyprus FM hits out at Türkiye from New Delhi as India skipped Turkish National Day  WION

Turkey and Germany must focus on joint defence projects, Erdogan says - Global Banking | Finance | ReviewTurkey and Germany must focus on joint defence projects, Erdogan says  Global Banking | Finance | Review

Türkiye’s women curlers eye history after Olympic qualifier berth | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye’s women curlers eye history after Olympic qualifier berth | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Germany's Merz sees Turkey as close partner to EU - ReutersGermany's Merz sees Turkey as close partner to EU  Reuters

Turkey’s president is moving to eviscerate democracy - The EconomistTurkey’s president is moving to eviscerate democracy  The Economist

Merz backs Turkey's EU bid despite strains over Gaza, rights - DWMerz backs Turkey's EU bid despite strains over Gaza, rights  DW

Turkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman - ReutersTurkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman  Reuters

Germany's Merz sees Turkey as close partner to EU - Global Banking | Finance | ReviewGermany's Merz sees Turkey as close partner to EU  Global Banking | Finance | Review

Turkey's Eurofighter Typhoon jet deal includes weapons package, source says - ReutersTurkey's Eurofighter Typhoon jet deal includes weapons package, source says  Reuters

Türkiye's economic confidence at 7-month high in October | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye's economic confidence at 7-month high in October | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Turkey says Eurofighter deal costs £5.4 billion after criticism over Starmer’s £8 billion claim - Turkish MinuteTurkey says Eurofighter deal costs £5.4 billion after criticism over Starmer’s £8 billion claim  Turkish Minute

Turkey predicts 30% drop in produce yields for 2025 - HortidailyTurkey predicts 30% drop in produce yields for 2025  Hortidaily

How Turkey is cracking down on the media - The ConversationHow Turkey is cracking down on the media  The Conversation

If EU has Copenhagen criteria, Türkiye has 'Ankara criteria’: Erdogan | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahIf EU has Copenhagen criteria, Türkiye has 'Ankara criteria’: Erdogan | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Fashioning a Future: How the EU Helps to Transform Türkiye’s Ready-to-Wear Industry - EEASFashioning a Future: How the EU Helps to Transform Türkiye’s Ready-to-Wear Industry  EEAS

Erdogan says Turkey “couldn’t even produce a sewing needle” before he came to power, sparks storm of criticism - IntelliNewsErdogan says Turkey “couldn’t even produce a sewing needle” before he came to power, sparks storm of criticism  IntelliNews

Turkey’s first nuclear plant, built by Rosatom, to begin power generation in 2026: minister - Turkish MinuteTurkey’s first nuclear plant, built by Rosatom, to begin power generation in 2026: minister  Turkish Minute

Türkiye still in talks for Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman after UK deal | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye still in talks for Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman after UK deal | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Merz in Turkey: Germany seeks to rebuild strategic defence ties - Middle East EyeMerz in Turkey: Germany seeks to rebuild strategic defence ties  Middle East Eye

Can 'obliterate Taliban regime': Pakistan warns Afghanistan as peace talks in Turkey fail; Kabul hits bac - Times of IndiaCan 'obliterate Taliban regime': Pakistan warns Afghanistan as peace talks in Turkey fail; Kabul hits bac  Times of India

Turkey and Germany must focus on joint defense projects, Erdogan says - eKathimerini.comTurkey and Germany must focus on joint defense projects, Erdogan says  eKathimerini.com

Türkiye shines as Mersin hosts IBSA World Powerlifting Championships | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye shines as Mersin hosts IBSA World Powerlifting Championships | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Türkiye kicks off training of Syrian troops: Ministry - Hürriyet Daily NewsTürkiye kicks off training of Syrian troops: Ministry  Hürriyet Daily News

MyTurkishCharter Introduces Turkey as a Rising Star in Luxury Yacht Charters with Unmatched Value - openPR.comMyTurkishCharter Introduces Turkey as a Rising Star in Luxury Yacht Charters with Unmatched Value  openPR.com

Guterres named laureate of peace prize by Türkiye - Hürriyet Daily NewsGuterres named laureate of peace prize by Türkiye  Hürriyet Daily News

Britain’s Typhoon Deal with Turkey Endangers NATO Allies - Middle East ForumBritain’s Typhoon Deal with Turkey Endangers NATO Allies  Middle East Forum

As Merz visits, Turkey eyes German help to access EU defense funds - Al Arabiya EnglishAs Merz visits, Turkey eyes German help to access EU defense funds  Al Arabiya English

Turkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman, after inking UK deal - The Times of IsraelTurkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman, after inking UK deal  The Times of Israel

Turkey’s monthly inflation seen at 2.83% in October, year-end seen 32% By Reuters - Investing.comTurkey’s monthly inflation seen at 2.83% in October, year-end seen 32% By Reuters  Investing.com

Turkish-German cooperation 'indispensable' for European security: President Erdogan - Türkiye TodayTurkish-German cooperation 'indispensable' for European security: President Erdogan  Türkiye Today

Mabel Matiz: Music and Censorship in Turkey / Turkey / Areas / Homepage - Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso TranseuropaMabel Matiz: Music and Censorship in Turkey / Turkey / Areas / Homepage  Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso Transeuropa

Turkey’s selective justice: Championing Gaza while denying the Armenian Genocide - The Armenian WeeklyTurkey’s selective justice: Championing Gaza while denying the Armenian Genocide  The Armenian Weekly

Indian govt skips Turkey’s National Day amid frosty ties - WIONIndian govt skips Turkey’s National Day amid frosty ties  WION

Turkey's Erdogan to Merz: does Germany not see Israeli genocide in Gaza? - ReutersTurkey's Erdogan to Merz: does Germany not see Israeli genocide in Gaza?  Reuters

Merz visits Türkiye as Ankara, Berlin eye 'strategic partnership' - Hürriyet Daily NewsMerz visits Türkiye as Ankara, Berlin eye 'strategic partnership'  Hürriyet Daily News

Türkiye, Switzerland to form joint working group in pharma to exchange expertise - Türkiye TodayTürkiye, Switzerland to form joint working group in pharma to exchange expertise  Türkiye Today

Agreement with 'foreign country' to strike Afghanistan: Pakistan's big confession at Turkey talks; seeks - Times of IndiaAgreement with 'foreign country' to strike Afghanistan: Pakistan's big confession at Turkey talks; seeks  Times of India

German Chancellor Merz visits Turkey - Reuters ConnectGerman Chancellor Merz visits Turkey  Reuters Connect

Chancellor Merz of Germany supports Türkiye's inclusion in EU - Latest news from AzerbaijanChancellor Merz of Germany supports Türkiye's inclusion in EU  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Criminal Boundaries of Being and Turkey’s Future in Europe: Penalization of Gender and “Immoral” Sexuality under Turkey’s 11th Judicial “Reform” Draft - EJIL: Talk!Criminal Boundaries of Being and Turkey’s Future in Europe: Penalization of Gender and “Immoral” Sexuality under Turkey’s 11th Judicial “Reform” Draft  EJIL: Talk!

Syria extends congratulations to Turkey on Republic Day, emphasizes deep bilateral ties - ????Syria extends congratulations to Turkey on Republic Day, emphasizes deep bilateral ties  ????

UK's Essentra drops as Turkey operations hurt margins - TradingViewUK's Essentra drops as Turkey operations hurt margins  TradingView

Turkey says its rescue team awaiting Israeli approval to enter Gaza - The Times of IsraelTurkey says its rescue team awaiting Israeli approval to enter Gaza  The Times of Israel

Rights group raises concern over Turkey proposed anti-LGBT laws - Jurist.orgRights group raises concern over Turkey proposed anti-LGBT laws  Jurist.org

Turkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman - eKathimerini.comTurkey still in talks to procure Eurofighters from Qatar, Oman  eKathimerini.com

Türkiye and Qatar: Allies in changing MidEast | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye and Qatar: Allies in changing MidEast | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

German chancellor calls for 'strategic partnerships' with Türkiye to address global challenges - Türkiye TodayGerman chancellor calls for 'strategic partnerships' with Türkiye to address global challenges  Türkiye Today

Turkey signs deal to buy 20 Eurofighters from Britain for 8 bln pounds - ReutersTurkey signs deal to buy 20 Eurofighters from Britain for 8 bln pounds  Reuters

Keir Starmer’s visit to Turkey overshadowed by espionage row - Financial TimesKeir Starmer’s visit to Turkey overshadowed by espionage row  Financial Times

Türkiye’s inflation expectations rise among households, markets in October - Türkiye TodayTürkiye’s inflation expectations rise among households, markets in October  Türkiye Today

Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey seek regional cooperation - The Jerusalem PostIran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey seek regional cooperation  The Jerusalem Post

Apartment building collapse in Turkey kills 4 members of a family - AP NewsApartment building collapse in Turkey kills 4 members of a family  AP News

Hungary Joins Brazil, Switzerland, Thailand, India, Costa Rica, Turkey, And More In Fueling The Surge Of Medical Tourism With Affordable Healthcare And World-Class Treatment - Travel And Tour WorldHungary Joins Brazil, Switzerland, Thailand, India, Costa Rica, Turkey, And More In Fueling The Surge Of Medical Tourism With Affordable Healthcare And World-Class Treatment  Travel And Tour World

RECIPE: My Grandma’s Turkey Stuffing - Bluedot LivingRECIPE: My Grandma’s Turkey Stuffing  Bluedot Living

Smart feeding bag in Türkiye flags spoiled nutrition with color change - Türkiye TodaySmart feeding bag in Türkiye flags spoiled nutrition with color change  Türkiye Today

Exclusive: Taliban official says talks with Pakistan in Turkey could resume despite stalemate - Amu TVExclusive: Taliban official says talks with Pakistan in Turkey could resume despite stalemate  Amu TV

Turkey's Erdogan criticises Germany over ignorance of Israel's genocide - Middle East EyeTurkey's Erdogan criticises Germany over ignorance of Israel's genocide  Middle East Eye

Türkiye seeks German help to access EU's SAFE defense fund despite Greek opposition - Türkiye TodayTürkiye seeks German help to access EU's SAFE defense fund despite Greek opposition  Türkiye Today

Seven-story building collapses in Turkey, children killed - Zamin.uzSeven-story building collapses in Turkey, children killed  Zamin.uz

Turkey likely to be excluded from Gaza stabilisation force after Israeli objection - The GuardianTurkey likely to be excluded from Gaza stabilisation force after Israeli objection  The Guardian

Turkey to reopen Syria trade corridor to Gulf by 2026: minister - Turkish MinuteTurkey to reopen Syria trade corridor to Gulf by 2026: minister  Turkish Minute

49 Syrian cadets to begin training at Türkiye’s military academies on Friday: National Defense Ministry - Anadolu Ajansi49 Syrian cadets to begin training at Türkiye’s military academies on Friday: National Defense Ministry  Anadolu Ajansi

Türkiye expects midnight gasoline increase as fuel markets shift again - Türkiye TodayTürkiye expects midnight gasoline increase as fuel markets shift again  Türkiye Today

Ousted pro-Kurdish mayor urges removal of Turkey’s trustee practice - The New RegionOusted pro-Kurdish mayor urges removal of Turkey’s trustee practice  The New Region

Türkiye deepens energy alliances with Russia, sets sights on 20 GW nuclear capacity - Türkiye TodayTürkiye deepens energy alliances with Russia, sets sights on 20 GW nuclear capacity  Türkiye Today

Türkiye’s real interest rates to stay high as inflation slows gradually: Garanti BBVA - Türkiye TodayTürkiye’s real interest rates to stay high as inflation slows gradually: Garanti BBVA  Türkiye Today

Israel’s Firm Stance Against Turkey’s Role in Gaza: A Wake-Up Call for the West - The Times of IsraelIsrael’s Firm Stance Against Turkey’s Role in Gaza: A Wake-Up Call for the West  The Times of Israel

Turkey and Germany must focus on joint defence projects, Erdogan says - Yahoo News UKTurkey and Germany must focus on joint defence projects, Erdogan says  Yahoo News UK

Turkey Offered to Help in Postwar Gaza. Israel Isn’t About to Say Yes. - The New York TimesTurkey Offered to Help in Postwar Gaza. Israel Isn’t About to Say Yes.  The New York Times

Türkiye plans 24 shale oil drilling operations in Diyarbakir - Türkiye TodayTürkiye plans 24 shale oil drilling operations in Diyarbakir  Türkiye Today

Rabat joins Türkiye in celebrating national holiday - Az?rtacRabat joins Türkiye in celebrating national holiday  Az?rtac

Chancellor Merz in Ankara: Berlin’s New Realpolitik Toward Turkey - tovima.comChancellor Merz in Ankara: Berlin’s New Realpolitik Toward Turkey  tovima.com

Syrian soldiers training at Turkish army facilities, 49 will attend Turkey’s military academies: ministry - Turkish MinuteSyrian soldiers training at Turkish army facilities, 49 will attend Turkey’s military academies: ministry  Turkish Minute

Türkiye-UK Eurofighter jet deal ‘a good model for NATO allies,’ says Britain’s defense readiness minister - Anadolu AjansiTürkiye-UK Eurofighter jet deal ‘a good model for NATO allies,’ says Britain’s defense readiness minister  Anadolu Ajansi

From ashes to ambition: Türkiye’s silent laboratories and 102 years of republic - Türkiye TodayFrom ashes to ambition: Türkiye’s silent laboratories and 102 years of republic  Türkiye Today

UK minister hails Türkiye's Eurofighter deal as model for NATO - Yeni Safak EnglishUK minister hails Türkiye's Eurofighter deal as model for NATO  Yeni Safak English

Türkiye's Sabanci launches full-scale operations at Texas solar power plant - Türkiye TodayTürkiye's Sabanci launches full-scale operations at Texas solar power plant  Türkiye Today

Türkiye-Britain Eurofighter deal sets 'example for all NATO allies': UK Minister - Türkiye TodayTürkiye-Britain Eurofighter deal sets 'example for all NATO allies': UK Minister  Türkiye Today

Türkiye's economic confidence ticks up in October - Anadolu AjansiTürkiye's economic confidence ticks up in October  Anadolu Ajansi

102nd Republic of Türkiye Celebrated in Bulgaria with Friendship and Culture - Novinite.com102nd Republic of Türkiye Celebrated in Bulgaria with Friendship and Culture  Novinite.com

UAE-Türkiye ties deepen as bilateral trade, cooperation reach new heights - Khaleej TimesUAE-Türkiye ties deepen as bilateral trade, cooperation reach new heights  Khaleej Times

Merz hails Turkey’s Eurofighter purchase during visit to Ankara - Turkish MinuteMerz hails Turkey’s Eurofighter purchase during visit to Ankara  Turkish Minute

Endangered bird tracked from Türkiye to Africa across 8 countries - Türkiye TodayEndangered bird tracked from Türkiye to Africa across 8 countries  Türkiye Today