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Why Türkiye’s Meteor missile deal has unnerved Greeks

Türkiye is pursuing Meteor missiles to protect its interests amid evolving security challenges, but its neighbour and NATO ally, Greece, is doing everything in its power to prevent the purchase.

Drums of defiance: Palestinian percussionist Anbar’s rhythms for liberation

Fares Anbar, the percussionist with the musical band SOL, tells TRT World that their collective decision to relocate to Türkiye was driven by a desire for artistic freedom and a broader platform for their music.

Zulal Sema

Palestinian Filmmaker Mai Masri’s Master Class in Istanbul

Zulal Sema

“While I was filmmaking on the border of Palestine, I realised that it was not just capturing moments; I was safeguarding memory and writing history. These visuals would not be remembered in the same way, if they were not documented.”

Muammer Erkul: Art, satire, and a voice for Palestine

Yusuf Kamadan

Erkul’s illustrations blend satire with activism, highlighting injustice of the Palestinians. Whether addressing war, disaster, or political hypocrisy, Erkul’s art amplifies the voices of the silenced.

Türkiye releases landmark book on Erdogan’s peace diplomacy in Syria

President Erdogan’s diplomatic tour: Strengthening Türkiye’s ties with Asia

Esra Karataş Alpay

In search of the subliminal: Asaf Halet Celebi's poetry through generations

Zulal Sema

Music of memories: How Turkish composer Busra Kayikci is going Places

Zulal Sema

US needs to step away from obligation to support PKK terror group — Fidan

Jailed PKK ringleader Ocalan calls for terror group’s dissolution

Türkiye expects EU to take concrete steps to improve relations — Erdogan

Türkiye submits written statement to ICJ on Israel's obligations

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Honouring the past, designing the future: The vision of Omar Baban

A Sednaya prison inmate recalls the torture he endured under Assad’s reign

How an American left everything behind to become a Rumi disciple

Istanbulites embrace long-awaited snowfall as the city turns white

Opinion

Hajj memoirs as a cornerstone of Turkish identity & cultureHajj memoirs as a cornerstone of Turkish identity & culture

In 1947, a sight of a Turkish flag on a haji's ship at Jeddah Islamic seaport would move locals to tears as it served as a reminder of Türkiye's historical mission in Mecca and Medina, a memory to be preserved for future generations.In 1947, a sight of a Turkish flag on a haji's ship at Jeddah Islamic seaport would move locals to tears as it served as a reminder of Türkiye's historical mission in Mecca and Medina, a memory to be preserved for future generations.

META censorship: Women artists embrace Palestine’s watermelon metaphorMETA censorship: Women artists embrace Palestine’s watermelon metaphor

The sight of a watermelon is increasingly unsettling to Israelis as the fruit has long been associated with the Palestinian struggle for freedom. It has now entered the digital realm.The sight of a watermelon is increasingly unsettling to Israelis as the fruit has long been associated with the Palestinian struggle for freedom. It has now entered the digital realm.

World leaders congratulate Erdogan on his birthdayWorld leaders congratulate Erdogan on his birthday

President Erdogan receives birthday congratulations from several world leaders including those from Serbia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Greece, Uzbekistan, UAE, and Italy during a series of phone calls.President Erdogan receives birthday congratulations from several world leaders including those from Serbia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Greece, Uzbekistan, UAE, and Italy during a series of phone calls.

Türkiye to play 'important' role in ending Russia-Ukraine war — FidanTürkiye to play 'important' role in ending Russia-Ukraine war — Fidan

Turkish top diplomat Fidan underlines intensive diplomatic contacts are being carried out on details such as the conditions and how to continue a possible ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia.Turkish top diplomat Fidan underlines intensive diplomatic contacts are being carried out on details such as the conditions and how to continue a possible ceasefire agreement between Ukraine and Russia.

Türkiye rejects BBC's 'misleading and one-sided' report on Syria operationsTürkiye rejects BBC's 'misleading and one-sided' report on Syria operations

Ankara dismisses claims of war against Kurds and reiterates its commitment to counterterrorism and regional stability.Ankara dismisses claims of war against Kurds and reiterates its commitment to counterterrorism and regional stability.

Why regional cooperation is imperative to defeat the terror of YPG/PKK

Türkiye's efforts to stamp out YPG/PKK terrorists continue to intensify, driven by a strategic imperative that transcends its borders and resonates across the region.Türkiye's efforts to stamp out YPG/PKK terrorists continue to intensify, driven by a strategic imperative that transcends its borders and resonates across the region.