Russia made no Turkish orange purchases in August
In August, Russia purchased no Turkish oranges. Nevertheless, imports for the first eight months of 2026 were higher than a year earlier.
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Seaside sunsets in Türkiye, Moscow City Day, Beslan Remembrance Day: Best photos of September 2026
September 2026 brought Moscow City Day and the start of the school year, the Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Beslan, seaside sunsets in Turkey, the "Moscow Estates" festival, the anniversary of the Russian Jewish Congress, …
Kremlin considers re-export of Turkish S-400s to friendly country
According to Dmitry Peskov, Moscow is in contact concerning the potential re‑export of Turkish S‑400 systems to a friendly country.
Türkiye not approached Russia on S-400 transfer - Foreign Ministry
According to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Ankara has not approached Moscow for consent to deploy the S‑400 air defence systems abroad
Türkiye sees rise in alternative vacation styles
According to a travel agent, Türkiye is no longer viewed solely as a beach destination, with tourists increasingly choosing new types of vacations and a wider variety of resorts
Türkiye leads as top destination for Russian travelers
Data from the Russian FSB Border Service shows that Türkiye was the most popular foreign destination for Russian travelers in January-June 2026.
Wildfires in Türkiye not affect demand for tours among Russians - ATOR
According to ATOR Executive Director Maya Lomidze, forest fires in Türkiye have not negatively affected demand from Russian tourists
Polling station opens near Akkuyu nuclear power plant for Russian State Duma election
The polling station in Mersin is operating at the Akkuyu International Education Complex in the city of Silifke through September 14 inclusive
Russia and Turkey sign memorandum on fertilizer supplies
Russia's Agriculture Ministry and Turkey's Agriculture and Forestry Ministry have signed a memorandum of understanding on mineral fertilizer supplies.
Bayraktar announces launch date of Akkuyu NPP first unit
The first unit of the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) will begin operation by the end of 2026, and the necessary tests are currently underway, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said.
Russia surpasses Germany in number of tourists visiting Turkey - Erdogan
Russia has taken first place in the number of tourists visiting Turkey, surpassing Germany, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.
ATOR describes Türkiye flight cancellations as targeted adjustments
ATOR has called on tourists not to worry about the cancellation of Pegasus and Turkish Airlines flights to Russia, describing the move as situational adjustments.
Putin and Erdogan hold meeting on sidelines of SCO summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the Aksakals Hall at the Ala Archa State Residence.
Ankara discussing Black Sea security proposals with Moscow and Kiev
Ankara is in talks with Moscow and Kiev on Black Sea security proposals, according to Turkish Foreign Minister.
Türkiye works on new grain deal with Russia and Ukraine
The Turkish initiative is driven by two main motives: protecting against rising food-price inflation and ensuring the safety of Turkish commercial vessels
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister meets with Turkish Ambassador
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko met with Turkish Ambassador to Russia Tanju Bilgiç on Thursday
Turkey sets timeline for first Akkuyu nuclear reactor launch
Turkey expects to launch the first reactor at the Akkuyu nuclear power plant, being built by Russia's state nuclear corporation Rosatom, within the next few months.
Switzerland imposes new sanctions against Russia
Swiss authorities have imposed sanctions against Russian companies, as well as individuals and legal entities.
Russia increases grain imports to Türkiye by two-thirds
Russia increased its grain shipments to Türkiye by 67% in January-July compared with the same period last year, according to official data.
Air Anka launches flights from Sochi and Krasnodar to Antalya
Air Anka will begin flying from Sochi to Antalya this week, with services from Krasnodar starting next week.
