Fahrettin Altun Responds to The Economist’article
Fahrettin Altun, President of Communication, recently criticized The Economist magazine for their coverage of certain issues related to Turkey and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Altun accused the magazine of ignoring the atrocities committed by Israel while distorting facts and attempting to target Turkey’s independent judiciary.
In a tweet posted on February 16, 2025, Altun expressed his disappointment with The Economist’s lack of criticism towards Western states that support Israel unconditionally. He accused the magazine of trying to intimidate those who advocate for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.
Altun emphasized that despite these challenges, Turkey, under the leadership of President Erdoğan, is continuing to progress towards its goal of becoming a strong and powerful nation. He condemned the misuse of public resources by some metropolitan municipalities for cheap PR operations and called on the nation to be aware of such practices.
In conclusion, Altun reaffirmed Turkey’s commitment to its goals and stated that they will not be deterred by any external attempts to disrupt their progress. The country remains determined to overcome obstacles and continue on its path towards a prosperous future.
