EU slams France due migrant decision

The EU made a statement on the reactions to France's decision to send migrants back. The Court of Justice of the European Union (EU), 'in principle, the person concerned must be given a certain period of time to leave the country voluntarily. Forced removal is only used as a last resort.'

EU pressure on Bosnia to ‘apply visa to Türkiye’

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Security Minister Nenad Nesic said that the European Union (EU) is pressuring Türkiye, Russia, and China to apply for visas. The Bosnian minister stated that the EU has brought this demand to the fore for the continuation of the visa liberalization agreement that has been applied to Bosnian citizens since 2010.

New era in Türiye-Greece relations

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Greece and Türkiye have entered a new and positive period in their relations. It was also announced that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will meet in New York on September 18.

'Türkiye can balance situation in Middle East'

From France, which gradually lost its effectiveness in Africa and Europe, a remarkable exit came about Türkiye, which has not fallen off the agenda of the world with its proactive foreign policy. French Ambassador to Ankara Herve Magro said that Türkiye will ensure the balance in the Middle East.

If EU 'opens the way' of Türkiye, Sweden could join NATO

On the eve of the NATO summit, Turkish President Erdogan for the first time made a connection between Türkiye's membership in the European Union (EU) and Sweden's accession to NATO. Erdogan said European Union countries could approve Sweden's NATO membership if they pave the way for Turkey's accession to the EU. 

Spanish PM Sanchez says Ukraine will win the war

Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez paid a visit to Kyiv on the day his country takes over the six-month rotating presidency of the European Union. Speaking to the Ukrainian parliament, Sanchez reiterated Europe's commitment to Ukraine's future EU membership.

Financial support pouring in to Ukraine

Speaking at the 'Ukraine Recovery Conference' on Wednesday and Thursday, leaders announced their financial support for Ukraine. In addition to the 3 billion dollars announced by Rishi Sunak on Tuesday, 50 million euros from the EU and 1.3 billion dollars from the US were announced. However, the statement from Ukraine is that the country still needs 6.5 billion dollars.

EU calls on member states to 'reduce energy subsidies'

The European Union (EU) Commission has called on member states to comply with union fiscal rules and reduce their current energy support measures by the end of this year.

EU's first comment on Turkish elections

European Union (EU) Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said, "I think the mass participation in the elections is good news." EU Council President Charles Michel, who held a joint press conference with Leyen, said, "We will closely monitor what the result will be."

EU's first comment on Turkish elections

European Union (EU) Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said, "I think the mass participation in the elections is good news." EU Council President Charles Michel, who held a joint press conference with Leyen, said, "We will closely monitor what the result will be."

EU Council President Michel made statements after the tripartite meeting

After Azerbaijani President Aliyev, Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan and European Union Council President Michel met at the trilateral summit, Michel made statements. 'They are focused on moving towards the normalization of Armenia and Azerbaijan,' Michel said.

Azerbaijan, EU and Armenia at trilateral summit in Brussels

Azerbaijan, Armenia and the European Union met in Brussels, the capital of Belgium, this time for the negotiations they have been holding for some time. Armenia and Azerbaijan relations were on the agenda of the meeting.

Azerbaijan, EU and Armenia at trilateral summit

Azerbaijan, Armenia and the European Union met in Brussels, the capital of Belgium, this time for the negotiations they have been holding for some time. Armenia and Azerbaijan relations were on the agenda of the meeting.

Aliyev met with President of the European Council Michel

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with President of the European Council Charles Michel in Belgium, where he arrived for talks. Azerbaijan, Armenia and the Council of Europe will continue to meet in Brussels.

EU follows upcoming election! 'Türkiye is ‘key partner’ for us'

Türkiye’s general elections are scheduled to take place on 14 May 2023. Türkiye is ‘key partner’ for European Union, says EU foreign policy spokesperson.

'Press freedom has declined in Greece'

Greece has regressed on media and press freedom. In its report, based on the findings of Reporters Without Borders, Human Rights Watch revealed the dire situation in Greece. It scored lowest on media and press freedom.

Grain crisis broke out in Europe

The flow of grain from Ukraine to the whole world alarmed European farmers. Since the European Union lifted import duties on agricultural products from Ukraine last summer, more than 23 million tons of grain have flooded the bloc. Four countries have temporarily suspended imports after local farmers complained that the influx of corn and wheat was disrupting the market.

Kosovo and Serbia took the first step towards normalization

During the negotiations on the implementation of the Ohrid Agreement, the representatives of Kosovo and Serbia agreed on the text regarding the persons of unknown fate.

Negotiations begin for digital Schengen visa

The European Union (EU) has taken a new step to digitize Schengen visas instead of printing them on passports. It has been learned that negotiations will begin with the European Parliament on the final legal text.

The US and EU conducted joint exercise

The US and the European Union (EU) conducted a two-day naval exercise based on the parties' Indo-Pacific strategies against China.