United Kingdom & Turkey
74 shared events · Importance 12 · Last updated May 09, 2026
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International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom, through its Prime Minister Keir Starmer, joined other European nations in urging Russia to accept an unconditional ceasefire and threatened increased pressure.
Turkey: Turkey offered to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, positioning itself as a mediator in the conflict.
May 11, 2025 · 7 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom has been criticized by Donald Trump for its reluctance to join the United States in the Iran conflict and for its perceived inadequate Royal Navy. It is working on postwar security plans for the Strait of Hormuz.
Turkey: Turkey, a NATO member, has had missiles and drones fired towards it as the Iran war spread, raising speculation about the invocation of Article 5.
Apr 01, 2026 · 113 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom is playing a leading role in the multinational mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, deploying significant military assets and funding to protect commercial shipping.
Turkey: Turkey, a NATO ally, is mentioned as advocating for regional de-escalation and freedom of navigation in international waters.
May 12, 2026 · 7 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom government is preparing for potential food and CO2 shortages due to the Iran conflict and is implementing schemes to support its manufacturing sector.
Turkey: Turkey is mentioned as a buyer of Iranian oil, indicating it will be affected by the United States blockade.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom is working with France on a proposal for safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz and is deploying a warship to the Middle East in preparation for a multinational mission.
Turkey: Turkey's foreign minister also spoke to Iran's foreign minister, indicating diplomatic engagement in the ongoing crisis.
May 10, 2026 · 15 articles
Accidents
United Kingdom: A British national is among the infected passengers receiving intensive care in South Africa, and a British crew member is also experiencing symptoms.
Turkey: Turkey was notified by the World Health Organization about the hantavirus outbreak due to its citizens being on board MV Hondius.
May 03, 2026 · 539 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom attended the first high-level meeting of the Open Coalition on Compliance Carbon Market (OCCCM) as a participating country.
Turkey: Turkey attended the first high-level meeting of the Open Coalition on Compliance Carbon Market (OCCCM) as a participating country.
May 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom is sending a naval destroyer to the region as part of a coalition to facilitate shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its involvement in ensuring maritime security.
Turkey: Turkey's foreign minister was in communication with Iran's foreign minister regarding the escalating tensions, indicating a regional awareness of the conflict.
May 09, 2026 · 14 articles
Accidents
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom is flying home its nationals who were on the MV Hondius.
Turkey: Turkey is flying home its nationals who were on the MV Hondius.
May 11, 2026 · 9 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom received €34 million of oil products refined from Russian crude, experiencing a 53% monthly reduction in exports from refineries using Russian crude.
Turkey: Turkey displaced India as the second-largest importer of Russian hydrocarbons in December 2025, increasing its purchases to €2.6 billion.
Jan 13, 2026 · 10 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom is an ally of the United States that has refused to enter the war with Iran, drawing criticism from Donald Trump.
Turkey: Turkey's counterparts were involved in diplomatic discussions with Egypt's Foreign Minister regarding the conflict, indicating a role in regional mediation efforts.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom, as a NATO ally, has declined to join the US blockade but offered to help safeguard the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a nuanced diplomatic stance.
Turkey: Turkey's Foreign Minister was involved in diplomatic calls with Pakistan to support the peace process.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom's foreign minister discussed efforts to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz with the United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Turkey: Turkey, through its foreign minister Hakan Fidan, is liaising with the United States, Iran, and Pakistan to mediate the conflict and ensure navigational safety in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 11, 2026 · 22 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom, through Charles III, reaffirmed its alliance with the US despite differing views on the Iran conflict.
Turkey: Turkey is mentioned as a country providing rail links for Iran to channel goods, helping to mitigate the effects of the US blockade.
Apr 28, 2026 · 47 articles
International
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom is among the countries willing to join an international mission to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz when conditions permit.
Turkey: Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss de-escalation and diplomatic solutions, commending Pakistan's peace efforts.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
International
United Kingdom: United Kingdom summoned the Iranian ambassador in protest over the crackdown.
Turkey: Turkey is mentioned as one of Iran's top trading partners.
Jan 13, 2026 · 7 articles
Accidents
United Kingdom: The United Kingdom is one of the home countries for passengers being repatriated from the MV Hondius, with a suspected case reported on Tristan da Cunha.
Turkey: Turkey is one of the home countries for passengers being repatriated from the MV Hondius.
May 09, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Turkey: Turkey hosted previous talks between Russian and Ukrainian officials, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy had offered to meet Vladimir Putin there for a ceasefire.
May 19, 2025 · 9 articles
International
Turkey: Turkey is brokering the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, hosting the delegations in Turkey — Istanbul and facilitating diplomatic efforts.
May 16, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
Turkey: The incident occurred outside the Turkish consulate in London, and Hamit Coşkun stated he was protesting against the 'Islamist government' of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Jun 02, 2025 · 8 articles
International
Turkey: Turkey was represented at a meeting with Donald Trump where Arab and Muslim leaders discussed the Gaza war and the potential annexation of the West Bank.
Sep 25, 2025 · 10 articles
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