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Erdogan and Putin Clash Over Idlib ‘Ceasefire’
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan openly disagreed about a "ceasefire" in Syria's Idlib province.
Turkey, Netherlands Appoint New Envoys After Freeze
Turkey and the Netherlands on Friday appointed new ambassadors after agreeing to renew diplomatic ties damaged last year.
Thousands of Afghan Refugees Fleeing Iran for Turkey
There has been an influx of Afghans seeking a safe haven in Turkey -- and not just from Afghanistan itself, but from Iran.
UN Urges Putin, Erdogan to Talk to Avert Idlib ‘Bloodbath’
The UN Syria peace envoy called on the Russian and Turkish presidents to urgently speak to each other to help avert a "bloodbath" in rebel-held Idlib, Syria.
Erdogan: Russian S-400 Deal ‘Done’, Delivery to Happen Soon
Turkish President Erdogan said Ankara's deal with Russia for S-400 missile defense systems is already "done" and anticipated a speedy delivery.
US Pastor’s Case to Be Taken to European Court of Human Rights
Andrew Brunson’s case will be taken to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) if the U.S. pastor is not set free by Turkish authorities.
Turkey, Russia to Discuss Simplifying Visa Regime for Turks
Russia and Turkey are planning to consult on simplifying the visa regime for certain categories of Turkish citizens in fall.
TurkStream Pipeline Nearly Complete, Gazprom Says
The TurkStream pipeline, due to supply Russian gas to Turkey via the Black Sea from next year, is already 80 percent complete.
German Authorities Deny Considering Financial Assistance for Turkey
Germany has no plans to extend financial assistance to Turkey, German government spokeswoman Ulrike Demmer said on Wednesday.
Iran Foreign Minister Participates in Surprise Erdogan Talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif was on Wednesday holding previously unannounced talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara.