Hakan Fidan
Coverage of Hakan Fidan in the Nexus archive.
- Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats as mediators try to save their crumbling deal
U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei exchanged threats amid a deteriorating interim ceasefire, with Trump vowing missile strikes over Iranian calls for his assassination and Iran vowing retaliation. Both sides accused each other of violating the agreement, with tensions escalating over control of the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing military actions.
- Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats as mediators try to save their crumbling deal
U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei exchanged threats amid a deteriorating interim deal to end conflict in the Middle East. Trump warned of missile attacks against Iran following calls for his assassination at Khamenei's funeral, while Iran insisted on maintaining control of the Strait of Hormuz. Mediators including Qatar and Oman continue efforts to salvage negotiations as both sides accuse each other of violating the agreement.
- Turkish foreign minister calls for more pressure on Israel over Gaza aid
Turkish foreign minister Hakan Fidan urges increased international pressure on Israel to allow more humanitarian aid to Gaza. He criticized Trump’s Board of Peace for not meeting aid commitments and noted miscommunication between Iran and another party over ship navigation in the Hormuz. Fidan also warned that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s policies risk creating external conflicts.
- Turkey says it hopes to achieve result on lifting U.S. sanctions soon
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed hope for lifting U.S. sanctions and purchasing F-35 jets. U.S. President Donald Trump announced the lifting of sanctions during his NATO Summit visit.
- Sa’ar accuses Turkish FM of ‘incitement to genocide’ for saying humanity ‘cannot bear’ Israel
Sa’ar accuses Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan of 'incitement to genocide' after Fidan claimed humanity 'cannot bear' Israel and labeled Israel a global problem. Fidan also called for international sanctions on Jerusalem following recognition of the Armenian genocide, prompting Sa’ar to urge global condemnation.
- Europe’s awkward embrace of Turkey
Three senior EU officials meet with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to discuss security, migration, and connectivity ahead of a NATO summit. The EU's AD5 entry-level administrator admissions test is becoming more competitive, and a recent heatwave has exposed Europe's infrastructure challenges.
- Russia rejects Turkish ceasefire push in Ukraine ahead of Nato summit, sources say
Russia rejected a Turkish proposal for a ceasefire and negotiations in Ukraine, maintaining its demand for Kyiv to recognize its annexation of Donbas. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed the idea during his June visit to Moscow, but Russia refused to engage, citing territorial recognition as a prerequisite.
- Turkey Offers to Host Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced on June 27 that Turkey is prepared to host Ukraine and Russia for peace negotiations. The proposal follows a 2025 prisoner exchange between the two nations facilitated during prior talks in Turkey.
- Turkey, Venezuela discuss aid after deadly earthquakes, source says
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed Venezuela's earthquake-related aid needs with Venezuelan counterpart Yvan Gil. Turkey pledged continued support for Venezuela following the earthquakes, according to a Turkish foreign ministry source.
- Turkish minister warns of Israeli sabotage risk to US-Iran deal
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that technical issues in a recently signed memorandum of understanding may not be quickly resolved and cautioned about Israel attempting to sabotage the process. He emphasized potential deadlocks in negotiations and highlighted Israel's readiness to disrupt the deal.
- Egypt's foreign minister hosting Pakistani, Saudi and Turkish counterparts on Sunday
Egypt's foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty, is hosting his counterparts from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey in el-Alamein on Sunday for a quadrilateral meeting followed by expanded talks and a joint press conference. The discussion topics have not yet been specified by the ministry.
- Trump told Erdogan he is attending Nato's Ankara summit 'just for him'
US President Donald Trump told Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan he is attending the NATO summit in Ankara to please him, with sources citing Turkey's hosting role as a key factor. Tensions between the US and European allies are rising, and the summit is seen as a potential breaking point. Turkey's defense spending and support for US-aligned policies are highlighted as factors in Trump's decision.
- Turkish FM Says Concerned by Ukraine War Escalation
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed concern over increased strikes behind the front line and growing risks in the Black Sea during talks in Moscow, urging steps to reduce tensions in the Ukraine war.
- Lasting Peace for Ukraine Is Key to Black Sea Security
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized that a just and lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia is essential for Black Sea security. He stated Ankara will continue supporting diplomatic efforts, noting that ending the war is the strongest guarantee of regional stability.
- What do Turkiye and Indonesia want from bilateral talks?
Turkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Indonesia to strengthen their growing partnership. The talks aim to deepen bilateral relations between the two countries.
- Turkey is a quiet but strategic presence in Mali
Turkey maintains a strategic presence in Mali. Turkish Foreign Affairs Minister Hakan Fidan was in Berlin on May 18, 2026.