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AK PARTY AT 25: HOW TÜRKİYE WAS TRANSFORMED

Türkiye's Erdogan marks 25 years of AK Party, vows 'we are just getting started'

Türkiye's Erdogan marks 25 years of AK Party, vows 'we are just getting started'

Türkiye's Erdogan marks 25 years of AK Party, vows 'we are just getting started'

The Turkish president celebrates a quarter-century of political leadership while promising a new generation of projects aimed at shaping the country’s future.

From 2001 to 2026: Türkiye's AK Party turns 25

From 2001 to 2026: Türkiye's AK Party turns 25

From 2001 to 2026: Türkiye's AK Party turns 25

The Justice and Development Party sets an unbroken record since Türkiye entered its multi-party era in 1946, emerging as the top party in every general election it has contested.

25 years of glory: How AK Party helped shape modern Türkiye

25 years of glory: How AK Party helped shape modern Türkiye

25 years of glory: How AK Party helped shape modern Türkiye

The AK Party’s non-elitist character and ability to respond to diverse expectations explain why it has been at the centre of Turkish politics for a quarter century, analysts say.

AK Party and 25 years of remaking Türkiye

AK Party and 25 years of remaking Türkiye

AK Party and 25 years of remaking Türkiye

As the AK Party celebrates 25 years, its success in reducing military influence, expanding rights, investing in infrastructure and defence explains its status as Türkiye's longest-serving governing party.

25 years of AK Party and Türkiye’s rise as a regional and global actor

25 years of AK Party and Türkiye’s rise as a regional and global actor

25 years of AK Party and Türkiye’s rise as a regional and global actor

The country’s rise on the international stage was made possible by the robust and pragmatic foreign policy initiatives of successive governments under Erdogan.

From 2001 to 2026: Türkiye's AK Party turns 25

From 2001 to 2026: Türkiye's AK Party turns 25

From 2001 to 2026: Türkiye's AK Party turns 25

The Justice and Development Party sets an unbroken record since Türkiye entered its multi-party era in 1946, emerging as the top party in every general election it has contested.

25 years of glory: How AK Party helped shape modern Türkiye

25 years of glory: How AK Party helped shape modern Türkiye

25 years of glory: How AK Party helped shape modern Türkiye

The AK Party’s non-elitist character and ability to respond to diverse expectations explain why it has been at the centre of Turkish politics for a quarter century, analysts say.

AK Party and 25 years of remaking Türkiye

AK Party and 25 years of remaking Türkiye

AK Party and 25 years of remaking Türkiye

As the AK Party celebrates 25 years, its success in reducing military influence, expanding rights, investing in infrastructure and defence explains its status as Türkiye's longest-serving governing party.

25 years of AK Party and Türkiye’s rise as a regional and global actor

25 years of AK Party and Türkiye’s rise as a regional and global actor

25 years of AK Party and Türkiye’s rise as a regional and global actor

The country’s rise on the international stage was made possible by the robust and pragmatic foreign policy initiatives of successive governments under Erdogan.

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Israel braces for possibility of several days of fighting in Lebanon, planning further attacks on Hezbollah infrastructure, Channel 12 reports, citing military sources.

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Israeli forces strike southern Lebanon as defence minister vows no withdrawal

Israeli army prepares for days-long fighting in Lebanon, plans further Hezbollah strikes: Report

Israeli army prepares for days-long fighting in Lebanon, plans further Hezbollah strikes: Report

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Türkiye’s defence and aerospace exports, 2002–2025

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Bypassing Hormuz: Redrawing Gulf oil routes

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Why Europe's summer holiday is becoming a season of evacuation

Why Europe's summer holiday is becoming a season of evacuation

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China rejects New Zealand spy agency's 'groundless' espionage claims

China rejects New Zealand spy agency's 'groundless' espionage claims

China rejects New Zealand spy agency's 'groundless' espionage claims

French teenager charged over fire that killed two firefighters

French teenager charged over fire that killed two firefighters

French teenager charged over fire that killed two firefighters

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Hamas leaders meet US envoy Kushner in Egypt to discuss Gaza plan: AFP

Hamas leaders meet US envoy Kushner in Egypt to discuss Gaza plan: AFP

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint US-South Korea military exercises

US president cites costs and his relationship with Kim Jong-Un as he orders the Pentagon to reduce planned joint exercises with Seoul.

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint US-South Korea military exercises

Trump orders Pentagon to scale back joint US-South Korea military exercises

Türkiye, 7 countries condemn Israeli rejection of Trump’s Gaza plan

Foreign ministers say Israel now bears responsibility for obstructing efforts to end war in Gaza.

Türkiye, 7 countries condemn Israeli rejection of Trump’s Gaza plan

Türkiye, 7 countries condemn Israeli rejection of Trump’s Gaza plan

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Muhammed Ali UCAR

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Chancellor Christian Stocker's visit to Ankara signifies a new dynamic between Vienna and Ankara. In times of geopolitical crises, closer cooperation is not only sensible but strategically necessary.

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Mecca deal is much more than just a defence pact between three nations

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A Democrat upset that highlights Israel's diminishing influence on US voters

By Sabir Askeroglu

What the Middle East needs is security without hegemony

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Chancellor Christian Stocker's visit to Ankara signifies a new dynamic between Vienna and Ankara. In times of geopolitical crises, closer cooperation is not only sensible but strategically necessary.

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Sabena Siddiqui

Mecca defence pact could be the blueprint for a new regional security architecture

Mecca deal is much more than just a defence pact between three nations

By Ziyad Motala

A Democrat upset that highlights Israel's diminishing influence on US voters

By Sabir Askeroglu

What the Middle East needs is security without hegemony

Billboard displays leaders following the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, in Karachi

Billboard displays leaders following the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, in Karachi

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Billboard displays leaders following the signing of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, in Karachi Pakistan.

Argentine player assault Spanish player after the final.

Argentine player assault Spanish player after the final.

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Argentine player assault Spanish player after the final. / AP

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Two killed as wildfires sweep Greek island of Salamina

The fires come days after another blaze forced tourists and residents to flee northern Greece.

Two killed as wildfires sweep Greek island of Salamina

Two killed as wildfires sweep Greek island of Salamina

Israeli far-right minister Ben-Gvir advocates killing ‘30 to 40’ people in Gaza nightly

Ben-Gvir says 'targeted assassinations should be carried out in Gaza' and calls for establishing illegal settlements throughout the enclave.

Israeli far-right minister Ben-Gvir advocates killing ‘30 to 40’ people in Gaza nightly

Israeli far-right minister Ben-Gvir advocates killing ‘30 to 40’ people in Gaza nightly

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia to expand renewable energy projects

Countries plan additional 3,000-MW agreement as Ankara also eyes new regional oil, gas routes.

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia to expand renewable energy projects

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia to expand renewable energy projects

Türkiye’s defence and aerospace exports, 2002–2025

Türkiye’s defence and aerospace exports, 2002–2025

Türkiye’s economic growth over two decades

Türkiye’s economic growth over two decades

Bypassing Hormuz: Redrawing Gulf oil routes

Bypassing Hormuz: Redrawing Gulf oil routes

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Why Europe's summer holiday is becoming a season of evacuation

Why Europe's summer holiday is becoming a season of evacuation

Why Europe's summer holiday is becoming a season of evacuation

Intense heat, severe drought and widespread wildfires are forcing evacuations across Europe, from England and France to Spain, Germany and Croatia, as the continent’s summer turns into a season of emergency.

China rejects New Zealand spy agency's 'groundless' espionage claims

China rejects New Zealand spy agency's 'groundless' espionage claims

China rejects New Zealand spy agency's 'groundless' espionage claims

French teenager charged over fire that killed two firefighters

French teenager charged over fire that killed two firefighters

French teenager charged over fire that killed two firefighters

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Muhammed Ali UCAR

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Chancellor Christian Stocker's visit to Ankara signifies a new dynamic between Vienna and Ankara. In times of geopolitical crises, closer cooperation is not only sensible but strategically necessary.

Sabena Siddiqui

Mecca defence pact could be the blueprint for a new regional security architecture

Mecca deal is much more than just a defence pact between three nations

By Ziyad Motala

A Democrat upset that highlights Israel's diminishing influence on US voters

By Sabir Askeroglu

What the Middle East needs is security without hegemony

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Chancellor Christian Stocker's visit to Ankara signifies a new dynamic between Vienna and Ankara. In times of geopolitical crises, closer cooperation is not only sensible but strategically necessary.

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Austria and Türkiye: A new phase of cooperation

Sabena Siddiqui

Mecca defence pact could be the blueprint for a new regional security architecture

Mecca deal is much more than just a defence pact between three nations

By Ziyad Motala

A Democrat upset that highlights Israel's diminishing influence on US voters

By Sabir Askeroglu

What the Middle East needs is security without hegemony

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Suicide attempts aboard Abraham Lincoln reported amid sailor fatigue from lengthy Iran deployment

Suicide attempts aboard Abraham Lincoln reported amid sailor fatigue from lengthy Iran deployment

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Venezuela confirms political transition talks begin next week in Caracas

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Hamas chief heads to Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks

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Arab League condemns deadly Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon

Arab League condemns deadly Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon

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Yemeni army strikes kill three Houthi members in Taiz

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Syria appeals to UN over Colombia’s recognition of Israeli sovereignty in occupied Golan Heights

Syria appeals to UN over Colombia’s recognition of Israeli sovereignty in occupied Golan Heights

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Syria decries Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over occupied Golan Heights

Syria decries Colombia's recognition of Israeli sovereignty over occupied Golan Heights

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Syrian court sentences ex-president Assad to death in absentia for crimes against humanity

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US Democrats approve 2028 primary schedule prioritising diverse states

US Democrats approve 2028 primary schedule prioritising diverse states

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Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs following earthquake

Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs following earthquake

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People of Colombia don't recognise Israel's sovereignty over Golan Heights — ex-president Petro

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