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Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş stated that Türkiye has no room for separatists or discrimination. He praised the progress of the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative, to which he has dedicated significant time this legislative term.
The Turkish parliament has adopted its first framework law aimed at providing a legal basis for the ongoing peace process with the PKK.
The Turkish Parliament has wrapped up its legislative term, passing 21 laws, including one of the most anticipated pieces of legislation of the year, before beginning its delayed summer recess.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş met Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker in Ankara to discuss strengthening bilateral and interparliamentary cooperation between Türkiye and Austria.
The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) expressed strong objections to a bill concerning the future of its fighters, which is to be submitted to the Turkish parliament, and demanded the release of Abdullah Öcalan.
Members of the Turkish parliament from 10 different parties are urging Ankara to officially recognize Abkhazian passports.
Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) has presented a draft bill to Parliament concerning the dissolution of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), as part of the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative.
The Turkish Parliament has admitted that its investigation into the 2016 coup attempt did not produce a legally valid final report, despite the government's long-standing blame on the Gülen movement and subsequent mass arrests.
Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş is set to hold talks with representatives of political parties this week as the Turkish Parliament mobilizes efforts for the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative, focusing on new legislation.
A Turkish court has sentenced four former employees of the Turkish Parliament's cafeteria to prison for the sexual abuse and harassment of minor interns, while acquitting a fifth defendant.
A Turkish parliamentary committee has prepared a draft report suggesting diverse measures to authorities for the prevention of juvenile crime.
An opposition lawmaker in the Turkish Parliament has formally inquired whether police or other state-connected individuals were involved in the abduction of an executive from an opposition-run İstanbul municipality.
A pro-Kurdish lawmaker in Turkey has formally asked the Parliament Speaker to explain why a parliamentary report on the 2016 failed coup attempt has not been made public, nearly a decade after the event.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş stated that institutions underpinning the current international system have collapsed and failed to address global conflicts.
The Turkish Parliament has passed a new law that reduces corporate tax rates for manufacturing companies. The legislation also introduces incentives aimed at encouraging the repatriation of assets held abroad and extends existing tax advantages.
Ankara is reportedly planning to submit the "Blue Homeland" bill to the Turkish Parliament in June, a move with significant political and geostrategic implications for the Aegean, Mediterranean, and Black Sea regions, targeting EEZ and "grey zones."
The Turkish Parliament has approved an in-kind grant support agreement with Somalia, highlighting Ankara’s expanding economic, security, and development partnerships.
Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters, detaining numerous activists on board. The incident sparked international condemnation and diplomatic efforts for the release and return of those detained.
The General Assembly of the Turkish Parliament has resumed its weekly session with a full agenda, including the launch of an investigation into the killing of children.
The Turkish Parliament will establish a parliamentary commission to investigate school attacks following a deadly shooting in Kahramanmaraş, with all parties agreeing to the initiative.
The General Assembly of the Turkish Parliament has returned from recess to continue discussions on proposed legislation concerning social media bans and the extension of maternity leave.
Hulusi Akar, chair of the Turkish parliament’s Defence Committee, posted a threatening message on X targeting Greek Cypriots. The message warned those 'dreaming of Easter' in Cyprus that it would be their last.
Romanian President Nicușor Dan met with Numan Kurtulmuş, President of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, at Cotroceni Palace to discuss Black Sea security, regional stability, and strengthening the economic partnership between Romania and Turkey.
During a visit to Zagreb, Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmus stated that recent global conflicts signify a profound breakdown of the international order established after World War II.
Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş expresses cautious optimism regarding the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative, aimed at ending years of PKK terrorism, highlighting the political stakes involved.
Jailed PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan has called for legal reforms to be implemented alongside the PKK's disarmament, potentially endorsing a roadmap approved by a Turkish parliamentary commission.
The Turkish Parliament hosted a commemoration marking the 34th anniversary of the Khojaly killings, with officials calling for remembrance and warning against future atrocities.
A safer digital world has been on the agenda of the Turkish government for some time. Now, lawmakers seek to make it real through a string of measures. A draft bill, which will be...
The Turkish parliament has passed a law allowing exiled Kurdish militants to return home and reintegrate into society, marking a potential turning point in a conflict that has spanned nearly 50 years.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş highlighted the balanced and well-received nature of the law concerning the PKK, emphasizing efforts to facilitate parliamentary debate on the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative.
The Turkish parliament has approved a significant bill aimed at advancing the peace process with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), offering a pardon-like opportunity for thousands of militants to reintegrate into society. This move is seen as a crucial step towards resolving the long-standing conflict.
The Turkish parliament has begun debating a bill that could offer a pardon-like amnesty for thousands of PKK militants, though the term 'Kurds' is reportedly avoided in discussions. This move could potentially lead to conditional pardons for those involved.
The Turkish Parliament's General Assembly passed a bill amending the Child Protection Law, which toughens sentences for young offenders and addresses previous debates over minors avoiding serious crime penalties.
The Turkish Parliament's Justice Committee is set to begin discussions on a draft of the Law on Strengthening National Solidarity and Social Integration. This landmark legislation aims to advance the goal of a 'terror-free Türkiye'.
The Turkish Parliament is expected to begin debating the terror-free Türkiye initiative this week, which has been underway for the past two years, aiming to bring new developments in the country's counter-terrorism efforts.
The Turkish Parliament is set to begin its new session, focusing on legislation and regulations related to student amnesty and the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative.
A delegation from the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) is scheduled to hold meetings with Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş and a senior official from the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party).
A senior Lebanese official, the speaker of the parliament, has rejected the US-brokered deal with Israel, stating it will not be implemented and warning of internal divisions. This rejection further weakens the agreement, which has also been impacted by recent Israeli strikes.
The Turkish Parliament's petition committee reviewed more than 1,000 citizen requests in May, covering diverse topics such as military service payment plans, mandatory military service for women, and a proposed pet ownership tax.
Heads of the foreign affairs committees from the Turkish Parliament and the Spanish Senate met in Ankara to discuss and laud the strengthening relationship between their countries.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş urged intensified efforts to establish a new global political and economic order, arguing that existing international institutions are inadequate.
The General Assembly of the Turkish Parliament has returned from its Eid al-Adha recess to begin a new week, with a new bill on land use as the main item on its agenda.
A comprehensive report from a Turkish parliamentary commission investigating juvenile delinquency has proposed tougher penalties for juvenile crimes, alongside stricter family accountability.
A lawmaker from Turkey’s main pro-Kurdish party has formally requested that Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş explain why a parliamentary inquiry report on the 2016 coup attempt has never been made public, nearly a decade after the event.
A Turkish parliamentary committee, established following two school shootings last month in Şanlıurfa and Kahramanmaraş, held its second meeting to chart a roadmap for response and prevention.
The Turkish Parliament has passed a new bill that will restrict social media use for children under the age of 15. This landmark move aims to regulate minors' access to online platforms.
A UN report indicates that more than 38,000 women and girls have been killed in Gaza between October 2023 and the projected end of 2025. This figure averages 47 deaths daily, highlighting the severe impact of the conflict on female civilians.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş stated that women and children disproportionately suffer the consequences of wars, migration, and poverty, advocating for stronger female representation in politics.
Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş confirmed that Parliament has constitutional authority over by-elections, as the main opposition CHP party advocates for them while the ruling AK Party downplays the issue.
Turkey's parliament is currently debating a proposed bill that aims to limit access to social media platforms for children under the age of 15.
Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan met with Numan Kurtulmuş, the President of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, to discuss the strategic bilateral partnership, economic and energy cooperation, and regional security in the Black Sea.
A new 'Cat Life and Play Area' has been established within the Turkish Parliament in Ankara, designed to provide care and shelter for approximately 65 stray cats on the premises.
Türkiye’s Parliament held a rare closed-door session on Tuesday to discuss the escalating war between the U.S., Israel and Iran and its potential consequences for Türkiye and the w...
Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş received the final decision of the Gaza Tribunal from the head of the Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF) during a meeting.
The Turkish Parliament has adopted the 'Terror-Free Türkiye Report,' marking a new phase in the government's counterterrorism efforts.
The Turkish Parliament's National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Committee will further discuss a joint report aimed at achieving a terror-free Türkiye, seeking more input this week.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş has called for the release of jailed Tunisian opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi and urged authorities to provide him with adequate medical care.
The Turkish Parliament has overwhelmingly approved a new law aimed at facilitating the reintegration of former PKK militants, a move seen as a significant step towards resolving the long-standing conflict.
Türkiye’s Parliament has passed a landmark 12-article law supporting the country’s “Terror-Free Türkiye” initiative, following months of political efforts led by President Erdoğan.
A draft law aimed at advancing the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative, which includes the disarmament and dissolution of the PKK terrorist group, was presented to Parliament for deliberation.
Turkish lawmakers are set to convene for the last time before their summer recess to pass the 'terror-free Türkiye' law, amidst high temperatures.
Turkey is developing a legal framework to address former members of the PKK, which could benefit thousands of prisoners. However, the plan explicitly excludes the release of PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş stated that proposed legislation under the government's 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative will usher in a 'new era of brotherhood'.
The Turkish Cypriot ruling coalition remained largely silent after the Turkish parliament rejected a bill that sought to rename northern Cyprus as the “Turkish Republic of Cyprus.”
A decade after the failed July 15, 2016 coup attempt by the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) in Türkiye, two Turkish veterans continue to live with bullets lodged in their bodies, carrying permanent reminders of the event.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş called for comprehensive reform across the Islamic world and praised ongoing US-Iran talks.
Turkey's parliament has received requests to lift the legislative immunity of 12 lawmakers, including Özgür Özel, the leader of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), according to parliamentary records.
Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş stated his belief that Türkiye will adopt a new constitution during the 2026-2027 period, describing the proposed charter as a modern social document.
In an interview, Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş responded to questions regarding concerns in Europe about the arrests of opposition politicians, the state of press freedom, and the concentration of power in Turkey.
The Turkish Parliament is preparing to debate new legislation designed to formally redefine and strengthen the Turkish Red Crescent, one of the country's oldest and most recognized institutions.
Turkey's parliament rejected a proposal by the pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Equality and Democracy Party to investigate barriers to the public use of the Kurdish language.
Official figures reveal that 75% of human rights complaints submitted to the Turkish Parliament over the past year originated from prison inmates, as reported by Bianet news.
A draft report by a Turkish parliamentary subcommittee proposes that violence and bullying against children should be classified as a "national security" issue, advocating for a comprehensive set of measures.
The Turkish Parliament has passed a comprehensive law that extends parental leave and introduces strict limits on children’s social media use, aiming to enhance family welfare.
The death toll from a recent school shooting in Turkey has risen to ten after another victim succumbed to their injuries. The nation is mourning the victims as the Turkish Parliament has initiated an investigation into the tragic event.
The head of the opposition in Ankara, who is responsible for the largest Turkish parliamentary opposition party in the capital, has been arrested and taken into custody today as part of an investigation.
Hulusi Akar, chairman of the Turkish parliamentary defense committee, threatened Greek Cypriots on social media, stating that the upcoming Easter might be their last.
The Turkish Parliament's General Assembly is set to convene this week to discuss two key legislative proposals: extending maternity leave benefits and implementing a ban on social media use for children.
At the Three Seas Initiative parliamentary summit, Croatian Speaker Gordan Jandroković highlighted the region as an EU strategic center. Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş urged unity against 'brute force' and committed to deeper cooperation, while Ukrainian Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk advocated for Ukraine's EU, NATO, and 3SI membership.
The Turkish Parliament has reconvened after the Eid al-Fitr holiday, with lawmakers set to discuss a busy agenda including new economic regulations and various other bills.
A draft law in the Turkish Parliament is projected to generate at least $96 million annually from a new tax on crypto assets.
President Nechirvan Barzani has praised a Turkish parliamentary report, describing it as a 'path toward peace'.
The Turkish Parliament’s National Solidarity, Brotherhood and Democracy Committee is meeting to guide the 'terror-free Türkiye' initiative, ahead of a crucial report.