Turkish President Erdogan and NATO Secretary General Rutte met in Ankara to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, the crisis in Palestine, security challenges, defence cooperation, and Türkiye’s NATO contributions, marking Rutte’s first visit since his appointment.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met in Ankara on Monday to address the Russia-Ukraine war and measures to end the crisis in Palestine, according to Türkiye’s Communications Directorate.
Discussions also covered security challenges, Türkiye’s bid to host the 2026 NATO summit, NATO allies' support for Ankara in defence industry supplies, and Türkiye’s contributions to the alliance. Erdogan expressed gratitude to Rutte for his solidarity following last month’s attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) headquarters.
Rutte highlighted Türkiye’s crucial role within NATO, adding that talks focused on security threats, the Ukraine war, and the Middle East crisis.
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Defence Minister Yasar Guler, and senior officials attended the meeting. Rutte also held bilateral talks with Fidan and Guler and visited TAI headquarters for discussions on enhancing defence industry cooperation and future joint projects.
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Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha discuss ongoing efforts for peace amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict during a joint press conference.
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Kyiv faced a large-scale Russian drone and missile assault overnight, with explosions and gunfire echoing throughout the city, forcing residents to shelter in subway stations.
Spain has brought together foreign ministers from the European Union and Arab nations in Madrid for urgent talks aimed at addressing the escalating conflict in Gaza and advancing diplomatic efforts toward a ceasefire.
Five skiers have been found dead after a suspected avalanche near Switzerland’s Rimpfischhorn mountain, close to the upscale resort of Zermatt. The discovery, made after authorities were alerted to abandoned skis, has prompted an investigation into the tragedy.
Lando Norris secures a tactical victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, starting from pole and finishing ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, tightening the Formula One championship battle.
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Spain has brought together foreign ministers from the European Union and Arab nations in Madrid for urgent talks aimed at addressing the escalating conflict in Gaza and advancing diplomatic efforts toward a ceasefire.
Lando Norris secures a tactical victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, starting from pole and finishing ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, tightening the Formula One championship battle.
Five skiers have been found dead after a suspected avalanche near Switzerland’s Rimpfischhorn mountain, close to the upscale resort of Zermatt. The discovery, made after authorities were alerted to abandoned skis, has prompted an investigation into the tragedy.
During his visit to Azerbaijan on May 25, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha commemorated historical and cultural connections between the two countries by visiting symbolic landmarks in Baku.
Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha discuss ongoing efforts for peace amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict during a joint press conference.
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