Turkey Reappoints Ambassador Levent Öztürk as NATO Permanent Representative (nato.int)

• Reappointed May 29, 2025
• Previously served as NATO Permanent Representative 2018-2023
• Career spans defense, security, and diplomatic postings

"Ambassador Levent Öztürk has been reappointed as Turkey's Permanent Representative to NATO, effective May 29, 2025. With a long career in Turkish diplomacy and defense, including previous service as NATO representative from 2018-2023, his appointment signals continuity in Turkey's NATO engagement. His background includes roles at the Ministry of National Defence, ambassadorships to Afghanistan, and various postings, reflecting deep expertise in international security."