Turkish comedian Deniz Goktas was convicted on September 28 of insulting President Tayyip Erdogan but was ordered released after spending nearly three months in custody. The ruling represents a mixed outcome for the entertainer who faced charges under Turkish libel and insult laws.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on 2026-09-24 that attacks by both Russia and Ukraine on commercial vessels in the Black Sea are inexplicable and concerning. The statement reflects Turkey's frustration over threats to maritime commerce in the contested region.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan addressed the UN General Assembly on September 22, 2026, criticizing the organization's inability to preserve peace and calling for broader recognition of a Palestinian state. He urged comprehensive UN reform to address global governance failures.