Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi has pledged to round up and place all stray dogs in shelters by the end of the year, accelerating a controversial law that animal rights groups fear could lead to mass killings.

A fierce dispute has broken out between Turkey and Israel after Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Ciftci expressed a desire to become 'governor of Jerusalem,' drawing a strong response from Israel.

Turkey's Interior Minister, Mustafa Çiftçi, has sparked controversy by expressing a desire to become "governor of Jerusalem" and claiming the city would once again come under Turkish rule.

Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi has pledged a relentless fight against criminal gangs, emphasizing the importance of protecting youth and children from their influence.

Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çitçi criticized comments made by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, reaffirming Türkiye's continued support for the Palestinian cause and the status of Jerusalem.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a strong response with clear political implications against the Turkish leadership and personally against Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, addressing statements made by Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi.

Representatives from several major European institutions have sent a joint letter to Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi, expressing concern over the state of local democracy in Turkey. The letter specifically cites the prolonged detention of elected officials as a key issue.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a strong rebuke to Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi, who expressed a desire to become 'governor of Jerusalem,' stating that the Ottoman Empire he dreams of will never return.

Turkey's Interior Minister expressed a desire for the 'liberation' and governorship of Jerusalem, stating this hope in a public prayer. This statement sparked controversy regarding Turkey's stance on the city's status.

Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi, appointed in February, has pledged a strong fight against drugs, framing it as a 'fight for the future' and part of the Republic of Türkiye's 'Century of Peace' initiative.