The 2025 operations report of the National Intelligence Organization (MİT) has been shared with the public. MİT Chairman İbrahim Kalın delivered important messages in his introductory article on a variety of topics, from the Terror-Free Türkiye Process to Syria and Gaza.
In his bold article, he emphasized that MİT, within the framework of the tasks and powers stipulated in the State Intelligence Service and National Intelligence Organization Law No. 2937, continues to resolutely carry out its tasks and activities aimed at eliminating current and possible domestic and foreign threats to the existence, independence, integrity, security, constitutional order and all elements constituting the national strength of the Republic Türkiye.
“The impact of uncertainty and chaos is being felt around the world”
Declaring that 2025, under the shadow of war and conflict, will be a year in which global norms and values are destroyed, the current international order is inadequate to resolve the crisis, strategic balance is redefined, geo-economic balance changes rapidly and risks brought by technological developments increase exponentially, Kalın said that in the process, traditional security threats are increasingly of a hybrid nature and the impact of instability stability and chaos became apparent throughout the world.
Kalın stated that although a temporary 60-day ceasefire was achieved in Gaza with the support of mediators mid-year, humanitarian devastation in the region has deepened due to the inability to establish lasting peace, noting that Israel's expansion of attacks against Lebanon, Syria, Yemen and Iran continues to make the balance in the Middle East fragile.
RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR
İbrahim Kalın continued as follows:
“At the same time, the Russia-Ukraine war has reached an impasse between Western military support and Russia's strategy of industrial attrition, and while the sides are stuck between territorial concessions and security guarantees at the negotiating table, the dynamics of the war have evolved into nuclear confrontations and the dominance of autonomous weapons systems.”
US-CHINA COMPETITION
“At the economic and geopolitical level, the US-China rivalry has reinforced the character of the 'new cold war' with aggressive tariffs and technological moves made by the US. While the trade war has reshaped global supply chains, the consequences of the rivalry have been felt directly on the African continent.
The African continent, which is grappling with political instability due to coup attempts and internal conflicts, continues to be one of the most important geopolitical chessboards in 2025, where global powers compete for both raw materials and spheres of influence.
“Türkiye EXPERIENCES THE ‘BALANCED’ PHASE IN 2025”
Emphasizing that Türkiye will experience a period of strategic “balancing and consolidation” in both foreign policy and internal security in 2025, at a historic crossroads where the global balance of power is redefined, Kalın continued his words as follows:
“Our country, once again demonstrating its diplomatic capacity as an effective mediator in regional crises such as Gaza and Ukraine, has deepened the process of 'Türkiye without terrorism', which is the most important internal security and social peace goal in the 'Turkish Century' vision. Gaining momentum with important steps taken in the first quarter of 2025 and concrete calls for disarmament, ‘Terror-free Türkiye’ is moving towards social consensus with the contribution of the work of National Unity, “Committee of Fraternity and Democracy.” Our country, having made progress in getting rid of terrorism, will not only achieve a security success with the goal of 'Türkiye Free of Terror', but also an important strategic achievement in terms of our state's self-determination and regional stability in an era of global instability.”
“WE PERFORM IMPORTANT TASKS BY CONSIDERING STRATEGIC BENEFITS”
Kalın stated that in an environment where external threats are intertwined with internal security balances, amid the chaos of the global system, MIT works to influence the understanding of the internal and external security of the Republic of Turkey in the face of constantly changing threats, to support the formulation of proactive policies and ensure the implementation of strategic decisions taken. Kalin said:
“While meeting the intelligence needs of our state and our institutions, our National Intelligence Organization closely monitors technological developments and follows a hybrid working approach by combining them with classical intelligence methods. Our organization, operating under the motto 'Anytime, Anywhere for the Fatherland' for the security and peace of our country and nation, will carry out important tasks within the framework of its legal powers and responsibilities throughout 2025, taking into account the strategic interests of our country in all areas related to national security, especially in conflict zones.” his effectiveness in foreign intelligence operations, continuing the fight against various terrorist organizations at the same time and preventing espionage attempts against our country by revealing them.”
Emphasizing that MİT, which has shaped its approach to foreign intelligence in line with the state's strategic and foreign policy sensibilities, continues to expand its field of operations both on the ground and at the table, and enhances its role in strategic decision-making processes by acting with a proactive and pioneering spirit, Kalın said: “Broadening the horizon of foreign intelligence to reach every region of the world, especially the heart of We the Organization work with many friendly agencies, especially the services of Central Asia, the Balkans, Middle East and African countries on issues such as counter-terrorism, training, technical assistance and intelligence sharing.” It also continues to improve its solidarity.” he said.
“Syria is approached from a comprehensive perspective”
İbrahim Kalın stated that MİT, which played an active role in the process from the beginning to the solution of the Syrian crisis, has approached Syria with a comprehensive perspective for more than a year after the December 8 Revolution and said, “In the process of building a new state, preliminary steps have been taken against new threats that may arise against our country in Syria and new threats to our national security in our border areas a major human tragedy was averted, a permanent ceasefire, humanitarian aid, prisoner war was provided.” “The organization has carried out in-depth intelligence diplomacy with all relevant parties on the issues of peace settlement, internal Palestinian reconciliation and the two-state solution. It serves as a bridge between all parties in overcoming the problems encountered in the ceasefire negotiations and making concrete contributions to achieving positive results.” gave his assessment.
Türkiye PROCESS WITHOUT CRISIS
Kalın emphasized that MİT, which plays a direct role in the process of 'terrorism-free Türkiye', will bring serious benefits in political, economic and social aspects, especially in terms of security to Turkey and the region, has carefully considered all possible scenarios in the studies carried out and taken steps without losing vigilance, and said, “In the fight against FETO, the organization continues Continuing disinformation activities against our country from abroad and not being able to carry out active activities on the territory of our country, MİT has ensured the arrest of many members of the organization at home and abroad, and also ensured the arrest of many members of this terrorist organization.” “It has supported operations against the pursuit of actions by extremist organizations by undertaking joint work with many countries, especially African countries, to directly counter the threat.” made a statement.
Kalın stated that the Organization, which works to detect intelligence operations carried out against Türkiye by intelligence agencies of enemy countries, international organizations involved in these services as well as subcontracted organizations and institutions, has ensured that espionage operations are disrupted and agent networks are exposed by 2025, and continues as follows:
“In all of our work, our technical intelligence capabilities strengthen us and add speed and depth to our intelligence ecosystem. Every advancement we make in the areas of big data analytics, artificial intelligence applications, visual intelligence, signals intelligence, satellite intelligence and cyber intelligence takes the MIT Directorate to the next level among the peer intelligence services with which it competes.” The 2025 Operations Report of the Directorate of National Intelligence has been prepared within the relevant legal framework, with an approach consistent with the principles of transparency, accountability and public accountability.” demonstrate that resources are used effectively and efficiently in the critical tasks undertaken by the Organization.”
Kalın pointed out that the first days of 2026, which witnessed events that shook the world agenda with violent disruptions in the fault lines of global politics, showed that the future period will be fraught with extremely unstable geopolitical turmoil and said: “Under these conditions, we are determined to fulfill our tasks with the awareness that our country must simultaneously fight against various threats and follow a multi-strategy strategy. dimension in its security and foreign policy. In addition to current threats and around them, new insights “We will continue to work to enhance the level of preparedness of our state from a strategic perspective against developments and threats.”
Stating that he has full confidence that MİT will go one step further by protecting national interests today and in the future, as well as in the past, Kalın said, “I would like to thank all my colleagues by saying that I am proud of the great efforts of the dedicated and dedicated members of our Organization who have worked with great dedication on this path that we have stood shoulder to shoulder with deep-rooted traditions for 99 years For the independence and independence of the Republic of Türkiye, the peace and security of our country, we are ready to pay the highest price for the Fatherland. “I remember our martyred heroes with mercy, gratitude and respect, and bow before their cherished memories.” He issued a statement.
