The 13th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) was held on 30 October 2026 in Ankara, Türkiye, hosted by H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, under the theme “Turkic Century: Unity in Language, Thought and Deed.” 🇦🇿 Türk Dövlətləri Təşkilatının (TDT) 13-cü Zirvə Görüşü 30 oktyabr 2026-cı il tarixində Türkiyə Respublikasının Prezidenti Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’ın ev sahibliyi ilə Türkiyənin Ankara şəhərində “Türk Əsri: Dildə, Fikirdə, Əməldə Birlik” mövzusu altında keçirilib. 🇰🇿 2026 жылғы 30 қазанда Түркия Республикасының Президенті Режеп Тайип Ердоғанның төрағалығымен «Түркі ғасыры: Тілде, ойда және істе бірлік» тақырыбымен Түркі мемлекеттері ұйымының (ТМҰ) 13-саммит Анкара қаласында өтті. 🇰🇬 Түрк мамлекеттер уюмунун (ТМУ) 13-саммити 2026-жылдын 30-октябрында Анкарада «Түрк кылымы: тилде, пикирде, иште биримдик» деген темада өттү. Саммитти Түркия Республикасынын Президенти Режеп Таййип Эрдоган кабыл алды. 🇹🇷 Türk Devletleri Teşkilatı (TDT) 13. Zirvesi, Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Cumhurbaşkanı Sayın Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’ın ev sahipliğinde, “Türk Yüzyılı: Dilde, Fikirde, İşte Birlik” temasıyla 30 Ekim 2026 tarihinde Ankara’da gerçekleştirildi. 🇺🇿 Turkiy davlatlar taşkilotining (TDT) 13-sammiti 2026-yil 30-oktabr kuni Turkiya Respublikasi Prezidenti Rajab Toyyib Erdöğon mezbonligida Anqara şahrida “Turkiy asr: til, fikr va işda birlik” şiori ostida bölib ötdi.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his accompanying delegation attended the opening of the Turkic States Civilization Park on the sidelines of the 13th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States.

Türkiye marks 103rd Republic Day with official ceremonies and nationwide celebrations commemorating the founding of the Republic on October 29, 1923. Celebrations in Ankara began with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and senior state officials visiting Anitkabir, the mausoleum of the Turkish Republic’s founder and first president Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, with streets, homes and public spaces adorned in red and white to commemorate the historic day.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed President Kassym-Jomart K. Tokayev of Kazakhstan, who is paying an official visit to Türkiye, with an official ceremony at the Presidential Complex.

In 1890, Sirkeci Station opened its doors — and Istanbul became the grand finale of Europe’s most legendary train journey. The Orient Express had already become a symbol of luxury travel. By 1889, trains could finally reach Constantinople directly from Europe. Then, in 1890, a new terminal opened at Sirkeci. Designed by Prussian architect August Jasmund, the station combined European railway architecture with Orientalist details and quickly became one of the great gateways into Istanbul. Imagine arriving here at the end of the 19th century. Porters carrying trunks. Horse-drawn carriages waiting outside. Travellers stepping into Istanbul after crossing Europe by rail. For us, Sirkeci is historic. For them, it was the beginning of a new age of travel. Would you have wanted to arrive in Istanbul here in 1890? AI historical reconstruction inspired by the period

Canada and Türkiye have entered a new phase of cooperation! Trade, defence and energy are central to an agreement announced during Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit. On October 22, Carney and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan launched a strategic partnership supported by a three-year action plan. The two NATO allies also agreed to deepen defence industry cooperation and expand economic ties. A new defence-sector memorandum of understanding is intended to connect Canadian and Turkish companies. #CanadaTurkey #DefenceCooperation #InternationalTrade #Diplomacy #CanadaNews

✈️ Türkiye-born NASA astronaut Deniz Burnham prepares for first spaceflight 🗣️ Adana-born Burnham says she will wave to family, fellow Adana residents from International Space Station after launching aboard Soyuz MS-30 in March 2027 📌 Expedition 76 flight engineer will spend around 7 months in orbit, conducting research supporting future Moon, Mars missions https://v.aa.com.tr/4079776

🇹🇷 TURKEY: A COUNTRY CONNECTING EUROPE AND ASIA 🌍 Turkey occupies a strategic position between Europe and Asia, with coastlines along the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and Mediterranean Sea. It shares land borders with 8 countries, stretching from the Balkans to the Caucasus and the Middle East. 🗺️ Turkey’s Land Borders: 🇸🇾 Syria — 911 km 🇮🇷 Iran — 534 km 🇮🇶 Iraq — 367 km 🇦🇲 Armenia — 328 km 🇬🇪 Georgia — 273 km 🇧🇬 Bulgaria — 259 km 🇬🇷 Greece — 206 km 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan — ~17 km via Nakhchivan 📌 Key Facts 🏙️ Capital: Ankara 📐 Area: ~783,562 km² 👥 Population: ~86 million 🗣️ Official language: Turkish 💰 Currency: Turkish lira ⛰️ Highest peak: Mount Ararat — 5,137 m 🏛️ Government: Presidential republic 🌍 Location: Europe & Asia 🌊 Seas: Black Sea, Aegean Sea & Mediterranean Sea 💬 Did you know Turkey shares land borders with 8 countries? #Turkey #Geography #WorldMap #Europe #Asia

İstanbul’un ve Boğaz’ın en zarif simgelerinden biri olan Ortaköy Camii (Büyük Mecidiye Camii), gün batımının altın ve kızıl tonlarıyla birleşerek büyüleyici bir manzara sunuyor. 1853 yılında Sultan Abdülmecid tarafından Nigoğos Balyan’a yaptırılan bu zarif eser, Barok mimarisinin Osmanlı estetiğiyle buluştuğu en görkemli örneklerden biridir. Geniş pencerelerinden süzülen ışıkla Boğaz’ın sularına yansıyan silueti, hemen arkasında uzanan 15 Temmuz Şehitler Köprüsü ile kentin tarihi ve modern yüzünü aynı karede birleştirir. Ortaköy sahilinde yürüyüş yapmak, Boğaz esintisi eşliğinde çay yudumlamak ve bu eşsiz gün batımı manzarasını seyretmek, İstanbul’da yaşanacak en unutulmaz deneyimlerden biridir. 🇹🇷 🇬🇧 Standing as one of the most elegant landmarks of Istanbul and the Bosphorus, the historic Ortaköy Mosque (Grand Mecidiye Mosque) presents a breathtaking view beneath the golden hues of sunset. Built in 1853 by Sultan Abdülmecid and designed by architect Nigoğos Balyan, this masterpiece is one of the finest examples of Ottoman Baroque architecture. Its ornate facade and tall windows reflect beautifully upon the waters of the Bosphorus, perfectly framed alongside the iconic Bosphorus Bridge. Strolling along the Ortaköy pier, enjoying a warm cup of tea by the waterfront, and watching the sunset over the strait remain among the most unforgettable experiences to enjoy in Istanbul.

🇹🇷 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan wraps up his four-day visit to the US to address the 81st session of the UN General Assembly 🗓 On Monday, Erdogan delivered a speech at ‘100 Years of Friendship: Türkiye–United States of America’ event ❝It is obligatory to advance the defense industry, which is traditionally one of the strongest areas of our partnership, both bilaterally and within NATO❞ 🔹He also met with several world leaders, including from Vietnam, Lebanon, Kuwait, Kosovo, Georgia and Libya 🗓 On Tuesday, addressing 81st session of UN General Assembly, Erdogan said Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas’ absence from the assembly hall was an injustice to Palestinians that ‘wounds consciences’ ❝Hereby, I once again call upon all countries that have not yet recognized the State of Palestine to reconsider their decision❞ 🗓 On Wednesday, Erdogan addressed a meeting with representatives of the Turkish-American business community in New York ❝As we approach the 100th anniversary of our diplomatic relations, our strategic cooperation with the US is developing in all areas❞ 🔹Erdogan also made remarks at the UN Climate Summit convened by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres ❝Last year, you will remember, I stated here that Türkiye was bidding to host COP31. This year, we will hold COP31 in Antalya from Nov. 9-20, 2026❞ 🔗 http://v.aa.com.tr/4067199