TRT World - Breaking News, Live Coverage, Opinions and Visuals

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.

INFOGRAPHICS

Agreement reached with Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping routes: Iran

Foreign Ministry spokesperson says Tehran, Muscat still discussing statement; full restoration of security in waterway depends on end of US actions.

Israeli forces strike southern Lebanon as defence minister vows no withdrawal

Iran’s economic problems worsened as Israel-US war damaged factories, cut oil sales: Pezeshkian

Agreement reached with Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping routes: Iran

Agreement reached with Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping routes: Iran

radio placeholder

LIVE TV

TRT World Live Stream

TRT World Live Stream

World

INFOGRAPHICS

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

Live updates: Iran-US conflict

Live blog - US-Israeli war on Iran

Live blog - US-Israeli war on Iran

Israel continues to attack Lebanon despite US-backed talks

Over 180 operations targeted Houthi positions: Yemeni army

Houthis launch new drone and missile attacks on Mocha and Marib

Türkiye sends 15.6 tons of humanitarian aid to Lebanon

Israel claims it killed senior Hezbollah commander in Lebanon

TOP STORIES

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

Hamas chief heads to Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks

Khalil al-Hayya leads a senior Hamas delegation for talks with Egyptian officials on efforts to consolidate the Gaza ceasefire.

Most Gaza oxygen stations forced out of service over Israel's total blockade

Board of Peace envoy, Trump adviser to visit Israel for talks on US plan for Gaza

Hamas chief heads to Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks

Hamas chief heads to Cairo for Gaza ceasefire talks

Hundreds of aid trucks enter Afghanistan from Pakistan as millions face acute hunger

More than 700 aid trucks arrive as deadly earthquakes, climate-related disasters and mass returns from Iran and Pakistan have deepened Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis.

Hundreds of aid trucks enter Afghanistan from Pakistan as millions face acute hunger

Hundreds of aid trucks enter Afghanistan from Pakistan as millions face acute hunger

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing US soldiers

Iranian commander Hatami says citizens can receive $30,000 for capturing or killing US soldiers who attacked Iran.

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing US soldiers

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing US soldiers

OPINION

opinion

opinion

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

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

Will the Mecca Agreement grow beyond its founding three?

Photo Gallery

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.

The ugly side of the Beautiful Game: Major controversies of the 2026 World Cup

Photo Gallery

Argentine player assault Spanish player after the final. / AP

COMBO-FBL-WC-2026-FRA-ARG

COMBO-FBL-WC-2026-FRA-ARG

World Cup 2026 standouts: The biggest names and the breakout heroes who stole the spotlight

Photo Gallery

Many breakout stars stole the spotlight from already established talents in the World Cup. / AFP Archive

Wildfire burns area size of 3,780 football fields in eastern Belgium as hundreds evacuated

More than 250 emergency personnel were deployed on Saturday night as the blaze spread towards the German border town of Monschau.

Wildfire burns area size of 3,780 football fields in eastern Belgium as hundreds evacuated

Wildfire burns area size of 3,780 football fields in eastern Belgium as hundreds evacuated

Türkiye mourns Indonesian earthquake victims as death toll reaches 47

Turkish Foreign Ministry said Ankara stands with Indonesia after devastating earthquakes leave dozens dead, hundreds of buildings damaged and communities displaced

Türkiye mourns Indonesian earthquake victims as death toll reaches 47

Türkiye mourns Indonesian earthquake victims as death toll reaches 47

German firms cut US investment to three-year low amid uncertainty, data show

Trump administration trade policies have contributed to falling German investment despite the US remaining an attractive market.

German firms cut US investment to three-year low amid uncertainty, data show

German firms cut US investment to three-year low amid uncertainty, data show

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

TOP STORIES

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

LATEST NEWS

FEATURES

OPINION

opinion

opinion

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

Featured Story

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

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

Lincoln departed California in November 2025 for duty in South China Sea and was rerouted to Middle East before US-Israeli war on Iran that began in late February.

More

Spanish NATO fighter jet downs drone after airspace breach, Romania says

Defence officials are inspecting the recovered debris in Galati to identify the drone's origins and assess potential national security risks.

US Democrats approve 2028 primary schedule prioritising diverse states

The new calendar puts South Carolina and Nevada ahead of traditional early-voting states as Democrats look towards the 2028 White House race.

Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs following earthquake

President de la Espriella says he asked US President Trump to suspend the tariffs in order to provide relief to Colombian businesspeople, who are facing very difficult times due to the effects of the earthquake.

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

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

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

Former Colombian president Gustavo Petro offers an apology over the move to the Arab countries, saying the Israeli occupied Golan Heights is always regarded as Syrian.

Arab League condemns deadly Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon

Flood, landslide kill two women in northwestern Spain

Yemeni army strikes kill three Houthi members in Taiz

Iran rejects Trump's statement on Strait of Hormuz, saying waterway 'will remain Iranian'

Civilians killed and injured in Houthi missile attacks on Yemen’s Marib: Government official

Spanish NATO fighter jet downs drone after airspace breach, Romania says

Defence officials are inspecting the recovered debris in Galati to identify the drone's origins and assess potential national security risks.

US Democrats approve 2028 primary schedule prioritising diverse states

The new calendar puts South Carolina and Nevada ahead of traditional early-voting states as Democrats look towards the 2028 White House race.

Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs following earthquake

President de la Espriella says he asked US President Trump to suspend the tariffs in order to provide relief to Colombian businesspeople, who are facing very difficult times due to the effects of the earthquake.

Arab League condemns deadly Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon

Flood, landslide kill two women in northwestern Spain

Yemeni army strikes kill three Houthi members in Taiz

Iran rejects Trump's statement on Strait of Hormuz, saying waterway 'will remain Iranian'

Civilians killed and injured in Houthi missile attacks on Yemen’s Marib: Government official

Politics

Venezuela confirms political transition talks begin next week in Caracas

Venezuela confirms political transition talks begin next week in Caracas

Venezuela confirms political transition talks begin next week in Caracas

'Hormuz cannot be seized by a tweet, an aircraft carrier, or election speech' — Iran

'Hormuz cannot be seized by a tweet, an aircraft carrier, or election speech' — Iran

'Hormuz cannot be seized by a tweet, an aircraft carrier, or election speech' — Iran

Iran says contacts with Pakistan, Qatar should not be seen as return to talks with US

Iran says contacts with Pakistan, Qatar should not be seen as return to talks with US

Iran says contacts with Pakistan, Qatar should not be seen as return to talks with US

Trump vows to declare Strait of Hormuz as US territory; Iran dismisses threats as empty

Trump vows to declare Strait of Hormuz as US territory; Iran dismisses threats as empty

Trump vows to declare Strait of Hormuz as US territory; Iran dismisses threats as empty

New Syria

Iraq's top judge in Syria for talks on Daesh detainees

Iraq's top judge in Syria for talks on Daesh detainees

Iraq's top judge in Syria for talks on Daesh detainees

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Videos

Infographics

Explore

'Terror-Free Türkiye' process to pave way for terror-free region: Turkish parliament speaker

'Terror-Free Türkiye' process to pave way for terror-free region: Turkish parliament speaker

'Terror-Free Türkiye' process to pave way for terror-free region: Turkish parliament speaker

Death toll from Colombia earthquake reaches 294

Death toll from Colombia earthquake reaches 294

Death toll from Colombia earthquake reaches 294

Remains of 21 Palestinians retrieved from homes destroyed during Israel’s genocidal war

Remains of 21 Palestinians retrieved from homes destroyed during Israel’s genocidal war

Remains of 21 Palestinians retrieved from homes destroyed during Israel’s genocidal war

First direct flight from Berlin lands in Damascus after nearly 14-year hiatus

First direct flight from Berlin lands in Damascus after nearly 14-year hiatus

First direct flight from Berlin lands in Damascus after nearly 14-year hiatus

Egypt may join Mecca Pact, pledges continued Gaza support and plans Syria visit: Erdogan

Egypt may join Mecca Pact, pledges continued Gaza support and plans Syria visit: Erdogan

Egypt may join Mecca Pact, pledges continued Gaza support and plans Syria visit: Erdogan

Houthi attacks shut down Yemen’s Mocha port, cause $16M in damage

Houthi attacks shut down Yemen’s Mocha port, cause $16M in damage

Houthi attacks shut down Yemen’s Mocha port, cause $16M in damage

Iran says two French diplomats detained over alleged foreign interference

Iran says two French diplomats detained over alleged foreign interference

Iran says two French diplomats detained over alleged foreign interference

Sudan army chief declares Khartoum safe, says armed forces belong to all Sudanese

Sudan army chief declares Khartoum safe, says armed forces belong to all Sudanese

Sudan army chief declares Khartoum safe, says armed forces belong to all Sudanese

Three Palestinians injured in Israeli drone strike in central Gaza despite ceasefire

Three Palestinians injured in Israeli drone strike in central Gaza despite ceasefire

Three Palestinians injured in Israeli drone strike in central Gaza despite ceasefire

Palestinian voter registration begins ahead of the first legislative elections in 20 years

Palestinian voter registration begins ahead of the first legislative elections in 20 years

Palestinian voter registration begins ahead of the first legislative elections in 20 years

Türkiye-Syria border 'security problems disappeared': Turkish envoy

Türkiye-Syria border 'security problems disappeared': Turkish envoy

Türkiye-Syria border 'security problems disappeared': Turkish envoy

Palestinian children gasp for air as Israeli forces fire tear gas in occupied West Bank raid

Palestinian children gasp for air as Israeli forces fire tear gas in occupied West Bank raid

Palestinian children gasp for air as Israeli forces fire tear gas in occupied West Bank raid

Taiwan approves $93 billion budget with $2 billion for drones after long impasse

Taiwan approves $93 billion budget with $2 billion for drones after long impasse

Taiwan approves $93 billion budget with $2 billion for drones after long impasse

Sudan army open to 'genuine peace' without RSF taking power, general Burhan says

Sudan army open to 'genuine peace' without RSF taking power, general Burhan says

Sudan army open to 'genuine peace' without RSF taking power, general Burhan says

Midnight earthquake hits southern Spain, damaging buildings, vehicles

Midnight earthquake hits southern Spain, damaging buildings, vehicles

Midnight earthquake hits southern Spain, damaging buildings, vehicles