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Daniel Sobotta, wanted by Interpol, seized in Turkey
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Daniel Sobotta, wanted by Interpol, seized in Turkey

Minister of Interior Ali Yerlikaya announced on social media that Daniel Sobotta, who was wanted internationally by Germany for the offence of ‘Drug Trafficking’, was captured with the ‘KUYU-39’ operation carried out in Istanbul.Minister of Interior Ali Yerlikaya, in a statement on his social media account, emphasised that criminals wanted with red bulletins were caught one by one thanks to international cooperation and the determination of security forces.In coordination with the Interpol-Europol Department and the Directorate of Migration Management, Daniel Sobotta was traced as a result of the joint work carried out by the Istanbul Provincial Police Directorate Anti-Narcotic Crimes and Immigrant Smuggling and Border Gates Branch Directorates. It was determined that Sobotta, who ...
Turkey’s Harsh Reaction to Israel: ‘It Violates International Law’
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Turkey’s Harsh Reaction to Israel: ‘It Violates International Law’

Turkey made a strong statement against the Israeli attacks in Palestinian territories and Lebanon. In the statement made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it was emphasised that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank and systematically violating international law.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wished Allah's mercy to the Palestinians who lost their lives in the latest Israeli airstrike on Tulkerim city. In the statement, it was emphasised that every step taken by Israel targeting the Palestinian people threatens international peace and security and that the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people must be protected.In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ‘Israel, which is committing genocide in Gaza and invading Lebano...
‘Cyprus’ Sharing by the Ministry of National Defence
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‘Cyprus’ Sharing by the Ministry of National Defence

The 50th anniversary of the Cyprus Peace Operation was celebrated in Turkey and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (KKTC). The Ministry of National Defence emphasised the unity and solidarity of the Turkish nation in a statement.In the statement, it was stated that the Turkish army and the nation are united and that they are ready to die for the homeland without blinking an eye. In the statement, ‘We are a whole with our army and nation, we would give our lives without blinking for the homeland, every page of my history is full of victory We are the great Turks who fight for peace.We celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Happy Peace Operation with great enthusiasm. 50 warships, helicopters and aircraft greeted our Turkish Cypriot brothers and sisters. We commemorate our compa...
Turkey Condemns Attack on Trump: “It is an Attack on Democracy”
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Turkey Condemns Attack on Trump: “It is an Attack on Democracy”

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey condemned the attack on Donald Trump, former President of the United States of America and presidential candidate in the upcoming elections, during a campaign event in Pennsylvania. In a statement, the Ministry emphasised that the assassination attempt was an attack not only on Trump, but also on the will of the people."We condemn in the strongest terms the attack on Donald Trump, former President of the United States and one of the presidential candidates in the upcoming elections, during his campaign event in the state of Pennsylvania.This assassination attempt is also an attack on the will of the people. Interference in democratic politics through violence, coups and other illegitimate means is unacceptable.We hope th...
CANiK Showcases New U.S. Factory at NATO Summit Parallel Event in Washington
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CANiK Showcases New U.S. Factory at NATO Summit Parallel Event in Washington

In a parallel event to the NATO Heads of State and Government Summit in Washington, the Turkish-American Business Council (TAIK) and the American-Turkish Business Development Council (ATBDC) organized a meeting that highlighted CANiK's newly completed factory in the United States as a prime example of defense industry collaboration.CANiK, participating in the roundtable discussion held in conjunction with the NATO Summit, was represented by General Manager Cahit Utku Aral. The event saw high-level attendance, including Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Turkish Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler, and retired U.S. General Tod D. Wolters, who served in various NATO capacities over the years.The roundtable, moderated by ATBDC Board Member Gregory Bloom and led by TAIK Chair...
Panel on “Turkey’s Democracy Victory” to be Held in London
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Panel on “Turkey’s Democracy Victory” to be Held in London

The Presidency of the Republic of Turkey's Directorate of Communications is organizing a panel titled "Turkey's Democracy Victory" in the capital of the United Kingdom, London. The event is scheduled to take place on July 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the QEII Centre, Broad Sanctuary, Westminster, London SW1P 3EE.Opening SpeechesThe panel will commence with opening speeches by distinguished speakers:Prof. Dr. Fahrettin Altun, President of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey's Directorate of Communications.Lord Qurban Hussain, Member of the House of Lords.Osman Koray Ertaş, Ambassador of Turkey to London.Murat Şükrü Acar, President of BTA.Panel on Turkey's Democracy VictoryFollowing the opening speeches, a panel discussion will be held, moderated by Büşra K....
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Turkey Ranks 18th in World Population

ANKARA (IGFA) - The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) updated global population data in honor of World Population Day 2024. According to United Nations (UN) population estimates for 2023, the most populous country is India with 1,428,627,663 people, followed by China with 1,425,671,352 people, and the United States with 339,996,563 people. These three countries account for 39.7% of the world's total population.Turkey, with 85 Million People, Ranks 18thTurkey, with a population of 85,372,377, ranks 18th in the world. Turkey constitutes 1.1% of the world's total population.Child Population Ratio: Highest and Lowest CountriesAccording to UN estimates, in 2023, the countries with the highest child population ratios were Niger and the Central African Republic, both at 55....
Ankara: Israel Aims to Destroy the Palestinian People
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Ankara: Israel Aims to Destroy the Palestinian People

The Turkish Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the Israeli attack on a school where Palestinians took shelter in Khan Younis, Gaza. In a statement released by the Ministry, it was stated that the brutal attack, in which dozens of innocent civilians were massacred, is a concrete proof of Israel's aim to completely destroy the Palestinian people.The mass graves unearthed in Khan Younis and the targeting of four schools there in the last four days were considered as part of Israel's systematic attacks against civilians. "These attacks have also shown that the Netanyahu Government aims to undermine the ceasefire negotiations," the statement said."We condemn Israel's massacre of dozens of innocent civilians in a school where Palestinians took refuge in Khan Younis, Gaza. The mass grave...
Turksat 6A was launched into space!
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Turksat 6A was launched into space!

Turkey's first domestic and national communication satellite, Turksat 6A, was launched into space last night with a Falcon 9 rocket from SpaceX's launch center in Cape Canaveral in Florida, USA, with the participation of Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure.Minister Uraloğlu said in a statement following the launch of the satellite that the first signal was received at the 67th minute after the separation of Turksat 6A from the rocket, as planned. Stating that they plan to put Turksat 6A into service until the end of this year, Uraloğlu said, "Our satellite continues its journey towards its orbit at 42 degrees east longitude, 35 thousand 786 kilometers away from here. After reaching its orbit, there will be a one-month test period, and at the end of this year, ...
Erdoğan: We are entering a new phase with TÜRKSAT 6A
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Erdoğan: We are entering a new phase with TÜRKSAT 6A

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sent a video message to the launch ceremony of the TÜRKSAT 6A satellite and made important statements. Erdoğan emphasized that Turkey has entered a new phase in satellite production.In his message, President Erdoğan said, "With TÜRKSAT 6A, we have entered a new phase in satellite production. Our domestic and national communication satellite 6A will ensure the backup of existing satellites and further increase the capacity."Turkey Among Countries Capable of Producing Communication SatellitesStating that Turkey will be among the countries capable of producing communication satellites with the launch of TÜRKSAT 6A, Erdoğan said: "With the launch of TÜRKSAT 6A, Turkey will become a country capable of producing communication satellites."Critical Te...