Turkey has sharply criticised the EU report adopted by the European Parliament, accusing EU institutions of adopting biased positions and misrepresenting Ankara’s policies on key regional issues.
Burhanettin Duran, Head of Communications at the Turkish Presidency, said the EU report on Turkey reflects “ideological” and “distorted” assessments that do not match the realities of the country.
Claims over “Blue Homeland” and Cyprus
Duran argued that the report unfairly supports what he described as “maximalist Greek positions” on the Eastern Mediterranean and Cyprus, particularly in relation to Turkey’s “Blue Homeland” maritime doctrine.
He added that the EU stance deepens divisions instead of encouraging constructive dialogue between Turkey and the European Union.
The official also said the EU report on Turkey demonstrates a clear lack of impartiality on the Cyprus issue, repeating Ankara’s long-standing criticism of EU positions on the divided island.
Criticism of judiciary references
Duran also rejected sections of the EU report concerning Turkey’s judicial system and Justice Minister Akın Gürlek, calling them politically motivated assessments.
He insisted that Turkey conducts all judicial procedures through its own institutions and in line with the rule of law.
Call for “realistic dialogue”
Concluding his remarks, Duran urged EU institutions to adopt a more constructive approach in relations with Turkey.
He called for engagement based on facts, mutual interests, and respect, rather than what he described as political bias and preconceived narratives.
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