# Turkey
Latest news and articles about Turkey
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Mass Protests Erupt Across Turkey, Greece and Pakistan After Strike on Iran and Reports of Khamenei’s Death
Mass demonstrations erupted in Turkey, Greece and Pakistan after a US‑Israeli strike on Iran and reports that Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, had been killed. Protesters gathered at US and Israeli diplomatic missions, raising the risk of broader regional escalation and diplomatic fallout for countries hosting Western military facilities.
Erdogan Demands Immediate Ceasefire After US–Israel Strike on Iran, Vows to Press for Talks
President Erdogan condemned a recent US–Israel strike on Iran as a breach of international law and called for an immediate ceasefire, blaming escalation on Netanyahu's provocations. He pledged to intensify Turkish diplomatic efforts to bring the parties back to negotiations, positioning Ankara as an active mediator amid rising regional tensions.
Erdogan Demands Immediate Ceasefire and Offers Turkey as Mediator After Strike on Iran
President Erdogan condemned a US–Israeli strike on Iran as a violation of international law and called for an immediate ceasefire, blaming the Netanyahu government’s provocations for escalating tensions. He said Turkey will accelerate diplomatic efforts to convene talks and press the parties back to the negotiating table, positioning Ankara as a potential mediator amid a volatile regional environment.
Chinese Crew Keeps Lights On: Lunar New Year at Turkey’s Tuz Lake Gas Storage Project
More than 200 workers from a Chinese construction firm and Turkish staff stayed on site at the Tuz Lake underground gas storage expansion in Aksaray to maintain operations and lay pipelines over Lunar New Year. The project, a Turkish national priority, will bolster gas storage capacity and缓解 energy supply risks while also illustrating China’s growing role in overseas energy infrastructure and infrastructure diplomacy.
Sisi and Erdoğan Move From Rhetoric to Realpolitik as Cairo and Ankara Pledge Closer Strategic Ties
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met in Cairo on 4 February and pledged to deepen strategic cooperation to address rising regional tensions. The public rapprochement between historically adversarial capitals signals a pragmatic pivot aimed at managing crises such as the Gaza conflict, Libya and wider eastern Mediterranean flashpoints.
Trump Says Talks with Iran Underway — Possible Nuclear Deal in the Offing as Regional Hosts Offer to Broker
President Trump said talks with Iran are ongoing and expressed hope for a deal, while Tehran confirmed plans for imminent negotiations and said Turkey and Oman have offered to host. A meeting between U.S. envoy Witkoff and Iranian foreign minister Araghchi in Istanbul on Feb. 6 has been reported; any agreement faces deep trust deficits, regional sensitivities and domestic political constraints on both sides.
Talk or War? US and Iran Place Diplomacy and Force Side by Side
The United States and Iran have placed both diplomacy and military options on visible display: negotiators are due to meet in Istanbul even as both capitals conduct exercises and issue stark warnings. The dual posture widens room for bargaining but also raises the risk of miscalculation and regional escalation.
Turkey Opens New Antitrust Front Against Google over Android Defaults and Anti‑Fork Rules
Turkey’s Competition Authority has opened a new probe into Google, alleging that financial incentives and contractual clauses tied to Android effectively preserve Google’s pre‑installation and default positions for search and browsers. The inquiry examines anti‑forking provisions and developer verification rules to assess whether Google’s revised contracts perpetuate anti‑competitive effects despite earlier enforcement actions.
Turkey Opens Fresh Antitrust Probe into Google’s Android Deals, Targeting ‘Optional’ Contracts and Anti‑Fork Rules
Turkey’s competition authority has launched an investigation into Google’s mobile contracts, alleging the company uses financial incentives and contractual clauses to maintain the default status of its search and browser apps. The probe will assess whether new contract structures and anti‑fork provisions let Google evade prior remedies and harm competition in the mobile ecosystem.
Eight Foreign Ministers Condemn Israel Over Ceasefire Breaches, Warn of Regional Fallout
Eight foreign ministers from Arab and Muslim-majority states jointly condemned Israeli violations of a Gaza ceasefire that they say caused over 1,000 Palestinian casualties, urging full implementation of the ceasefire’s next phase and restraint to protect stabilization and reconstruction efforts. The coordinated rebuke raises regional diplomatic stakes and could prompt greater international mediation or humanitarian initiatives, though its practical impact will hinge on whether it leads to tangible measures beyond rhetoric.
Intercity Bus Plunges Into Ditch in Antalya, Killing Eight and Wounding Dozens
A Tekirdağ–Antalya passenger bus overturned into a ditch on 1 February, killing eight people and injuring 26. Rescue teams and the gendarmerie attended the scene, and an investigation into causes—ranging from road conditions and weather to vehicle maintenance and driver error—is expected.
Coach Overturns Near Antalya, Killing Eight and Spotlighting Turkey’s Road‑Safety Risks
A coach travelling from Tekirdağ to Antalya overturned on February 1, killing eight people and injuring 26. Rescue teams and the gendarmerie responded at the scene; authorities have launched an investigation into the cause. The crash underscores persistent road‑safety challenges on Turkey’s long‑distance routes and carries potential regulatory and reputational consequences for transport operators and tourism hubs like Antalya.