Ankara immediately dismissed the European Parliament's criticism over democracy and rule-of-law concerns after MEPs reaffirm that Turkey's stalled EU accession process cannot advance without substantial reforms, while also citing ongoing issues involving Greece, Cyprus

A majority of MEPs approved a text stating that Turkey's EU accession process remains stalled over democratic shortcomings, while calling for continued cooperation on security, migration, trade and regional stability

The Uyghurs expose three systems at once: Chinese repression, Ankara’s priced solidarity and the selective conscience of the Muslim world.

Turkish customs intercepted a truck coming from Iran carrying meth, heroin, and raw opium at a border crossing in the country's northwest

Turkish president says threats to Syria, Lebanon and Turkish Cypriot interests would draw a strong response; Netanyahu brands Erdogan an 'antisemitic tyrant' in sharp rebuttal

Greece’s Defense Minister briefed EU counterparts after alleged radio interference involving government aircraft traveling to Cyprus, while Ankara rejected the claims and offered its own account of the incident

Pro-government Turkish outlets cast Greece's first voluntary female military intake as a panic response to Turkey's growing defense power, with one commentator alleging an Israeli plot against Ankara

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday that Turkey cannot return to the F-35 fighter jet program as long as it retains Russia’s S-400 air defense system, saying the restriction is set by U.S. law.

Turkey’s ambassador to Greece said dialogue between Athens and Ankara remains active and effective, highlighting recent progress in bilateral relations and opportunities for deeper economic and maritime cooperation.

Greek officials link renewed nationalist rhetoric in the neighboring country and Ankara's claims to 'pressure tactics' in the eastern Mediterranean

Cyprus says it has been frozen out of key COP31 preparatory meetings by Turkish organizers, creating tensions within the EU ahead of this year’s U.N. climate summit in Antalya

Whether the statements are meant as a diversion from Turkey’s own domestic political crisis or part of a longterm strategy to create faits accomplis, Turkish statements are adding fuel to the fire

The "unofficial" reaction merely echoed standing Greek policy, namely, that the country will not accept “revisionist” interpretations of international law after

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg yesterday condemned Turkey for a blatant violation of the freedom of religion and conscience, as well as the right to freedom of association

Ankara is preparing to deploy at least 90 warships and conduct sweeping air force drills in the coming weeks, as reports emerge of plans to codify its revisionist "Blue Homeland" maritime doctrine into law

The Greek PM and President are scheduled to meet on Wednesday morning to discuss key issues as the government shifts into pre-election mode

Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis said relations with Turkey are at a critical juncture, warning that any unilateral move by Ankara could increase tensions despite having no basis in international law

Greek officials have warned that any domestic maritime legislation merely seeks to amplify disputed claims in the Aegean, eastern Mediterranean, but without a basis in international law

Greek rebetiko and folk music brought audiences in Istanbul together, highlighting the enduring cultural ties and shared musical heritage between Greece and Turkey.

Athens is monitoring Ankara's move to codify contested sea claims in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean through domestic legislation, calling the potential bill a baseless domestic measure with no standing under international law