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US, Russia Discuss Embassy Staffing in Istanbul Talks
In a statement after the talks, the State Department said the delegations also moved to formalize an agreement on banking access for the two countries’ diplomats, despite the US sanctions on Russia.
April 10, 2025
US
US, Russia Hold Closed-Door Talks in Istanbul on Restoring Diplomatic Ties, Direct Flights
The talks between US and Russian diplomats in Istanbul are set to last several hours, with Moscow seeking to restore direct air traffic with the US. Moscow’s invasion is reportedly not on the agenda.
April 10, 2025
Turkey
Turkey Takes Leaf Out of Ukraine’s Book – Uses iPads to Control Aircraft Weapons
Turkey is using tablet-based software to allow its F-16s to integrate with locally produced weapons similar to the work-around Ukraine uses to control Western weapons from its Soviet-era aircraft.
March 30, 2025
Turkey
Istanbul’s Imamoglu Spends First Night in Jail as Thousands Protest
The protests began in Istanbul after Imamoglu’s arrest on Wednesday and have since spread to more than 55 of Turkey’s provinces, sparking clashes with police in the country’s worst street protests.
March 24, 2025
Turkey
Istanbul’s Mayor Still Detained as New Rally Called
The detention of the Turkish president’s main election rival, the mayor of Istanbul, has sparked protests.
March 20, 2025
War in Ukraine
Erdogan Hopes Russia Responds ‘Constructively’ to Ukraine Ceasefire
Erdogan again proposed that Turkey host any peace talks between Ukraine and Russia
March 12, 2025
Europe
Faced With Russia, EU’s Defense Must Include Turkey
Turkey has considerably developed its defense industries, with exports growing by 29% to reach $7.1 billion in 2024
March 8, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: Ukraine – Silver Lining to Ambush in Oval Office Saloon
Six reasons why the Oval Office ambush was a good thing
March 3, 2025
Ukraine
Turkey Reportedly Open to Sending Peacekeepers to Ukraine
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reportedly discussed the idea with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in recent talks.
Feb. 27, 2025
US
Russia and US Open Second Round of Talks in Istanbul
While neither side has disclosed the participants, Russia’s TASS news agency reported that the Russian delegation includes representatives from the foreign ministry.
Feb. 27, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Could Turkey Take Lead Role for Peace in Ukraine as West Wavers?
Trump declared Zelensky an “unelected dictator” and said his presence during Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations was “unnecessary,” as Ankara hosted the Ukrainian leader for diplomatic talks.
Feb. 27, 2025
War in Ukraine
Russia and US to Hold Second Round of Diplomatic Talks in Istanbul on February 27
This follows a previous round of talks between Russian and US officials on Feb. 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Feb. 26, 2025
Ukraine
Macron Holds New Emergency Talks on Ukraine
Russia is posing an existential threat to Europe and the US under Trump is pivoting its position toward Moscow
Feb. 19, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky in Türkiye: Security Guarantees, Release of Prisoners and Food Security
The outcome of Zelensky’s meetings in Ankara as summarized on the Ukrainian president’s official website.
Feb. 19, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Says No to Russian Ultimatums or Backroom Deals, No Side Can Win Militarily
Zelensky speaking in Ankara said Ukraine won’t bow to Russian ultimatums and criticized US-Russia talking without Kyiv, saying he postponed his Saudi visit to avoid “coincidences” after their meeting.
Feb. 18, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Slams US-Russia Talks, Urges ‘Fair’ Negotiations
He said he had not been invited to the Riyadh talks and was postponing his own trip to the Saudi capital, where he had been expected on Wednesday, pushing the date back to March 10.
Feb. 18, 2025