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“Turkey” and “Türkiye” refer to the exact same country. In June 2022, the Turkish government successfully requested that the United Nations officially use Türkiye (pronounced tour-key-yay) in international contexts to better reflect its cultural heritage and avoid confusion with the North American bird.
Background and Usage
- Türkiye: The native spelling used in the Turkish language since 1923. International bodies like the UN, FIFA, and some diplomatic agencies use this spelling.
- Turkey: The traditional English-language exonym that remains widely accepted in everyday English conversation, media, and writing.
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