Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Recep Tayyip Erdogan

February 2, 2026

 Tinubu, Ankara, and the unforgiving floor

The Nigerian president’s fall in Ankara cannot be wished away as a mere stumble without context.

Screenshot of President Bola Tinubu falling down
January 27, 2026

Türkiye targets $5 billion trade volume with Nigeria 

Mr Erdogan praised Mr Tinubu’s commitment to attracting investment. 

President Bola Tinubu and President Tayyip Erdogan
May 12, 2025

Ukraine ready for direct talks with Russia once Monday ceasefire confirmed: Zelensky

On Saturday, Mr Zelensky and European leaders urged Russia to agree to a “full and unconditional” 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine.

Ravaged Ukraine
September 12, 2023

At least 5,200 killed, 10,000 feared missing in Libya floods

It admitted that aid agencies have so far provided lower figures.

Floods in Libya
February 6, 2023

Over 200 killed as earthquake hits Turkey, Syria

At least 200 persons have died and millions have been displaced from their homes after a deadly earthquake.

January 30, 2023

Erdoğan signals NATO support for Finland, ignores Sweden

“If necessary, we can send a different message regarding Finland,” Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said in a speech to young people.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Credit: BBC)
January 24, 2023

Finland might consider NATO application without Sweden: Official

Recent protests in Sweden is said to be targeted at delaying the NATO application process for Sweden and Finland.

Finnish FM Pekka Haavisto, NATO
March 29, 2022

Russia-Ukraine: Turkey urges delegations to end war during peace talk

“The two parties have legitimate concerns, it’s possible to reach a solution acceptable to the international community.”

Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Credit: BBC)
October 15, 2021

Turkey issues arrest warrants for over 200 terrorism suspects

Sixty one of the detainees are said to have links to the U.S.-based Islamic cleric Fethullah Gulen.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan (Credit: BBC)