It was a pleasure to welcome Dr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the President of Germany, at Sirkeci Train Station, where the historical journey of labor migration to Germany began 63 years ago today. After our productive bilateral meeting, we had the privilege of exploring the

Today, I met with the members of the foreign press in Istanbul to answer their questions about the new political landscape shaped by the outcome of the recent election results.

These elections should serve as an inspiration to all democratic movements on how to roll back the

Warmest congratulations to my colleague and friend Mayor of #Warsaw Rafał Rafał Trzaskowski on his decisive victory in Polish local elections.

The residents of Warsaw have once again shown their commitment to democracy. True democratic power lies in the hands of the people.

I have written an op-ed for The Economist on the significance of the results of the 31st March local elections in Istanbul and Turkey.

I argue that the results of the local elections are a milestone in Turkey’s history. With most local power now entrusted to the political

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who once again bestowed upon me the honor of taking responsibility for the invaluable legacy of a unique city like Istanbul.

After officially receiving my third mayoral certificate from the Provincial Election Board, today I

Today marks a pivotal moment not just for #Istanbul , but for #democracy itself. As we celebrate our victory, we send a resounding message to the world: the decline of democracy ends now. Istanbul stands as a beacon of hope, a testament to the resilience of democratic values in

Starting today, Istanbul embarks on a new journey toward unity, leaving behind years of division. Political rhetoric that once divided us will be replaced by respect and affection.

Our commitment to democracy, deeply held in our hearts, is now fully expressed. From Saraçhane

#Istanbul stands united! Your voices have roared, championing democracy and #solidarity , entrusting me with the honor of steering our beloved city toward a future where people are the priority.

The results echo more than numbers; they embody the - #Istanbul Alliance - a testament

Tonight, #Istanbul has spoken clearly: our collective desire for #democracy shines brighter than ever, marking a pivotal step towards #unity and the end of polarization.

At a time when the world witnesses a retreat from democratic values, our city stands as a beacon of hope and

The 'Full Steam Ahead' campaign launches the 10th and last iteration of '10x10=100 Great Projects,' highlighting themes of #globalleadership , #democracy , and #freedom .

Our Goals for Our Next Term

✅A local governance approach that prioritizes democracy, law, societal benefit,

The 'Full Steam Ahead' campaign unveils the 9th installment of '10x10=100 Great Projects,' emphasizing on #creativity , #arts and #culture .

Our Goals for Our Next Term🎯

✅ Designate 100 Cultural Areas and establish 200 new Cultural Venues.
✅ Increase the number of libraries to

📢 Thrilled to announce that Istanbul has been awarded the honor of hosting the 2027 European Games. This achievement marks a momentous milestone for Istanbul, for its residents and for the history of sports in Turkey. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Turkish National

In Istanbul we are deeply saddened to learn of the heinous attack last night at a concert hall in Moscow, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries. We strongly condemn this despicable terrorist act targeting innocent civilians. We offer our deepest condolences to the Russian

The 'Full Steam Ahead' campaign reached a significant milestone with the unveiling of the 6th '10x10=100 Great Projects', focusing on sports initiatives in Istanbul. With our sights firmly set on hosting esteemed events such as the European Games and Olympics, Istanbul's

Tonight, we gathered around the #iftar table with leaders of various faith communities in Istanbul. Our unity is our strength. We must reject the path of arrogance and wastefulness, embracing instead a future built on respect, tolerance, and shared prosperity. Let's set a global

Joined by Ukraine's Consul General, we proudly unveiled the Heart-Anchor at Çubuklu Ferry Pier, a gift from Odesa symbolizing our cities' strong bond. Amidst the Ukraine-Russia conflict, we stand with Odesa, sending 41 generators & aid for those in need.