The Turkish government has introduced a 250 billion lira financial support program designed to bolster domestic manufacturing capabilities. The initiative aims to reduce production costs and stimulate industrial growth across key export sectors.

The Turkish government announced its plans to present a new Medium-Term Economic Program covering the years 2027-2029 to the public in Ankara in early September 2026. The program aims to outline the country's economic policies for the coming years.

Justice Minister Akın Gürlek stated that the Turkish government will continue reforms aimed at strengthening the judiciary, improving trial efficiency, and ensuring citizens' rights.

Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos stated that the Turkish government's stance is crucial for progress on the Cyprus problem in the coming weeks and months, following a cabinet meeting.

The Turkish government has significantly increased its support for students, providing transport aid to over 59,000 students, with more than TL 536 million allocated to date.

Ten years after the 2016 coup attempt, the Turkish government's campaign of hate speech against the faith-based Gülen movement continues, intensifying dramatically after the abortive putsch.

A report alleges that the Turkish government utilized the state-controlled Maarif Foundation to facilitate the closure, confiscation, or transfer of at least 162 educational institutions linked to the Gülen movement across 29 countries.

Turkey has strongly criticized a damning report from the European Parliament, dismissing its claims as baseless and accusing it of providing 'ground for terrorist organizations.' The condemnation follows the European Parliament's vote on a report highly critical of the Turkish government.

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has communicated questions to the Turkish government concerning alleged rights violations related to the lengthy pretrial detention of 154 individuals accused of links to the Gülen movement following a coup attempt.

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of Turkey's Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) and a government ally, lashed out at Israel and urged the Muslim world to show solidarity against Israeli aggression.

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis warned that there could potentially be an escalation of tension with Turkey, depending on the content of recent reports and leaks regarding the Turkish government's intentions.

The Turkish government is attempting to contain public backlash over alleged discrimination against the family of a school shooting victim, whose father was reportedly purged from public service.

The Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), an ally of the Turkish government, has announced the dissolution of three of its party branches in the western, central, and eastern cities of Kütahya and Eskişehir.

A fresh standoff has erupted between Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and the Turkish government following the transfer of control of the historic Basilica Cistern from the opposition-run Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality to a state body.

Turkey has accused a teacher, who fled the country and found a home and work in Finland, of terrorism after the Turkish government learned of his whereabouts.

Three rights groups informed the European Court of Human Rights that the case of imprisoned Turkish philanthropist Osman Kavala demonstrates the Turkish government's political influence over the judiciary.

A significant development is unfolding for Europe's trade relations with third countries, particularly benefiting Turkey. A new decision is expected to satisfy the Turkish government and domestic manufacturers, integrating Turkey more closely into Europe's industrial framework.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) alleges that Turkish authorities are using criminal prosecutions and pretrial detention to remove İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu from politics, as he prepares for trial.

Turkish philanthropist and human rights defender Osman Kavala said his eight-year imprisonment on charges he calls fabricated serves as a deliberate warning to civil society that critical voices will no longer be tolerated, in written responses to questions published by T24 news website, Turkish Minute reported. “I think my punishment is meant to send the message that […] The post Jailed since 2017, Kavala says Turkish government made an example of him to intimidate activists appeared first o...

The Turkish government announced financial support for producers of popular television dramas that promote Turkish culture globally.

A safer digital world has been on the agenda of the Turkish government for some time. Now, lawmakers seek to make it real through a string of measures. A draft bill, which will be...

Ankara is evaluating a new tax on short-term money market fund returns to curb speculative capital flows and stabilize the lira amid ongoing currency pressures.

The Turkish government and Turkish Cypriot authorities have signed an 'additional protocol' deal aimed at resolving issues in the initial agreement to bring fibreoptic internet to Northern Cyprus.

Commercial vessel passage through the Turkish straits to the Black Sea continues normally, despite heightened security concerns, according to Turkish government officials.

The Turkish government has lifted its year-and-a-half-long ban on milling wheat exports, anticipating a record harvest.

The Turkish government has issued a navtex, informing ships of its intention to commence seismic surveys for the construction of a natural gas pipeline between Turkey and Cyprus.

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has sent questions to the Turkish government regarding applications from civil servants who claim they were unlawfully dismissed during the state of emergency declared after a coup attempt.

The Turkish government is intensifying its crackdown on the opposition, with new detentions on Friday targeting elected officials from the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) amidst a deepening leadership crisis.

The European Court of Human Rights has requested a response from the Turkish government regarding alleged rights violations in the convictions of former Air Force Academy cadets and a military officer involved in the 2016 coup attempt.

Turkish government ministries have failed to answer nearly one-third of written parliamentary questions submitted by lawmakers during the current legislative term, according to data obtained by the BirGün daily.

Athens has issued a strong rebuke to Ankara, criticizing what it perceives as revisionist policies and rhetoric from the Turkish government.

Kosovo and Turkish defense ministers have signed a military-financial cooperation agreement, under which the Turkish government will provide 200 million lira to Kosovo to strengthen the capacities of the Kosovo Security Force (KBS).

Devlet Bahçeli, chairman of the government-allied Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), has criticized the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) for pushing for a by-election.

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of Turkey's Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) and a government ally, has called for the establishment of a 'World Peace Council' amidst concerns about the possibility of a third world war.

Imprisoned Turkish businessman Osman Kavala stated that the Turkish government's defense at a recent European Court of Human Rights hearing echoed a "dangerous" Stalin-era conspiracy theory of punishment. Kavala highlighted the resemblance to historical oppressive legal tactics.

The Turkish government announced it will provide 25 billion TL (€486 million) in funds to northern Cyprus as part of an annual financial protocol with Turkish Cypriot authorities.

Turkish Vice-President Cevdet Yılmaz pledged Ankara's unwavering support for Turkish Cypriots, emphasizing their security as a top priority for the Turkish government amidst regional tensions.

Donald Trump is reportedly encouraging Iranian Kurdish paramilitaries to act as 'boots on the ground,' a move that could trigger a crisis with the Turkish government or Iranian opposition figures like Reza Pahlavi.

The imprisoned leader of the PKK has called for a new law that would facilitate the advancement of peace with the Turkish government.

A declaration signed by 168 prominent figures, including authors and actresses, asserting Turkey's secularism and laicity, has drawn criticism from the Turkish government and various NGOs during Ramadan.

The Turkish government announced plans to provide financial incentives to producers of its popular television dramas that successfully promote Turkish culture worldwide.

A Turkish government board tasked with overseeing the disarmament of the PKK has held its inaugural meeting. This marks a significant step in the ongoing efforts towards peace and disarmament.

Former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras strongly criticized the Turkish government's decision to declare two 'marine parks,' labeling it as 'international piracy.'

Turkey's justice ministry is deploying an artificial intelligence tool to scrutinize legal documents for associations with groups designated as terrorists by Ankara, a practice that experts fear could reinforce existing judicial patterns of rights violations.

Minister Sali of North Macedonia expressed gratitude to the Turkish government and partners for their continuous support and cooperation, anticipating concrete results from the ongoing partnership.

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has asked the Turkish government to respond to applications from 62 individuals alleging lengthy pretrial detention without sufficient legal justification following the 2016 coup attempt.

Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli, a government ally, has urged the European Union not to keep Türkiye waiting for membership, stating its place is not in the waiting room of Europe.

The Turkish government has reportedly intensified its crackdown on elected representatives of the largest opposition party, the Republican People's Party (CHP), with a new wave of arrests.

A leaked Turkish government document reveals that Turkish intelligence operatives conducted surveillance activities in a French city near the German border to collect information on a group critical of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government.

The Turkish government has denied reports that Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan cancelled a planned trip to Kazakhstan due to Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides' visit to the Central Asian country.

A human rights organization has accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government of employing "abusive tactics" against the main opposition party, thereby undermining democracy.

The Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), an ally of the Turkish government, has finalized its congress schedule, with local conventions set to begin in May ahead of its 15th Ordinary Congress planned for March 2027.

World Athletics has rejected the applications of 11 elite athletes seeking to switch their nationality to Turkey, citing that the requests were part of a 'coordinated recruitment strategy' by the Turkish government.

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has requested the Turkish government to respond to an application filed by jailed İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. This marks a new stage in the legal case concerning his pretrial detention.

The Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), an ally of the Turkish government, has announced the dissolution of its central Istanbul branch and all 39 district branches within the city.

The Turkish government has reportedly completed the construction of a residence for Abdullah Öcalan on Imrali island, where he is imprisoned, sparking new questions about the balance of power on the Kurdish front.

The Turkish government is planning to deploy surface-to-air missiles to Cyprus, with the conflict in the Middle East ongoing, according to reports on Wednesday. Turkish newspaper Sabah reported that Turkish-made Hisar missiles will be stationed on the island, and that their deployment will follow the stationing of six Turkish F-16 fighter jets at the north’s […]

The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) has asked the Turkish government whether the refusal to pay a retirement bonus to a civil servant dismissed by an emergency decree after a 2016 coup attempt amounted to a violation of his rights to property, a fair trial and an effective remedy. The case concerns İbrahim Eren, […] The post ECtHR questions Turkey over refusal to pay retirement bonus to dismissed civil servant appeared first on Stockholm Center for Freedom.

The imprisoned leader of the PKK has called for the implementation of new laws aimed at advancing peace negotiations with the Turkish government.

Investigative journalist Alican Uludag, a correspondent with DW in Turkey, has been arrested in Ankara. The allegations against the anti-corruption reporter relate to comments critical of the Turkish government.

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), criticized the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) for disrupting parliamentary work.