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Erdogan Seeks to Purchase 24 Eurofighter Jets from Qatar

Erdogan Seeks to Purchase 24 Eurofighter Jets from Qatar

Tue 21 Oct 2025 12:49 CEST

Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to visit Doha in Qatar on Wednesday. The Turkish president wants to buy 24 used Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets from the host country, reports Bloomberg, citing sources

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Impact Russian Oil Production and Economy

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Impact Russian Oil Production and Economy

Sun 12 Oct 2025 09:37 CEST

Ukrainian drone storms hit hard on Russia's oil and war chest. When sanctions and mediation attempts do not achieve the desired result, even Donald Trump wants to turn off the tap for Vladimir Putin

Trump's Envoy Joins Gaza Ceasefire Talks Amid Optimism

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Trump's Envoy Joins Gaza Ceasefire Talks Amid Optimism

Wed 8 Oct 2025 07:24 CEST

President Donald Trump's son-in-law and advisor Jared Kushner and US envoy Steve Witkoff have landed in Egypt, where they join the ongoing talks on ceasefire and potential peace in the Gaza war. From Hamas come signals of some optimism

Trump Comments on Erdogan and Rigged Elections at White House Meeting

Trump Comments on Erdogan and Rigged Elections at White House Meeting

Fri 26 Sept 2025 05:01 CEST

Turkey's president Recep Tayyip Erdogan has received criticism from the outside world for an authoritarian regime. In the White House, he – seemingly – got a slap on the wrist even from the US president Donald Trump

Turkish Trial for Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Delayed to January

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Turkish Trial for Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Delayed to January

Thu 25 Sept 2025 09:45 CEST

The trial against the Swedish journalist Joakim Medin, who is accused of terrorist crimes in Turkey, is postponed until January next year. I am tired in the head after this circus, says Medin

US Envoy Predicts Imminent Breakthrough on Gaza

US Envoy Predicts Imminent Breakthrough on Gaza

Wed 24 Sept 2025 21:30 CEST

A breakthrough regarding Gaza can occur in the coming days, says the US envoy Steve Witkoff.

Swedish Journalist Faces Terror Charges in Turkey Trial

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Swedish Journalist Faces Terror Charges in Turkey Trial

Wed 24 Sept 2025 05:45 CEST

Joakim Medin's fate is in the hands of a Turkish court. On Thursday, the trial for terrorist offenses against the Swedish journalist begins

Qatar to Review Diplomatic and Economic Ties with Israel

Qatar to Review Diplomatic and Economic Ties with Israel

Mon 15 Sept 2025 15:53 CEST

A number of Arab and Muslim countries are urging a review of all "diplomatic and economic" relations with Israel. The statement comes after an extraordinary summit in Qatar on Monday

Turkey Court Delays Verdict on Opposition Party Election Case

Turkey Court Delays Verdict on Opposition Party Election Case

Mon 15 Sept 2025 08:57 CEST

A court in Ankara was to decide on a case of great significance for Turkey's political future on Monday. But after an hour of deliberation, it was announced that the verdict would be postponed

Massive Ankara Protest Backs Turkish Opposition Amid Court Case

Massive Ankara Protest Backs Turkish Opposition Amid Court Case

Sun 14 Sept 2025 21:32 CEST

At least 50,000 people demonstrated in Ankara on Sunday against court proceedings that could remove the leadership of Turkey's largest opposition party.

Mayor and 47 Officials Arrested in Istanbul Raid

Mayor and 47 Officials Arrested in Istanbul Raid

Sat 13 Sept 2025 12:02 CEST

A mayor in a district in Istanbul has been arrested along with 47 officials. The mayor claims that the raid has political connotations

Xi, Kim, and Putin Unite in Beijing for Military Parade

Xi, Kim, and Putin Unite in Beijing for Military Parade

Tue 2 Sept 2025 20:08 CEST

Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-Un – side by side in public for the first time. At a military power demonstration in Beijing, a united front is to be shown in a revamped world order

Turkey's Transport Minister Fined for Speeding After Posting Video

Turkey's Transport Minister Fined for Speeding After Posting Video

Wed 27 Aug 2025 05:41 CEST

Turkey's Transport Minister has been fined for speeding – after he posted a compromising video of himself behind the wheel.

Melania Trump Urged to Advocate for Gaza's Children by Turkish First Lady

Melania Trump Urged to Advocate for Gaza's Children by Turkish First Lady

Sun 24 Aug 2025 08:37 CEST

Melania Trump is urged to take a stand for the suffering children in war-torn Gaza – in a letter from the Turkish President's wife Emine Erdogan.

Istanbul Raids Lead to Arrest of 40 Opposition Figures

Istanbul Raids Lead to Arrest of 40 Opposition Figures

Fri 15 Aug 2025 10:47 CEST

A 40-strong group of people has been arrested in Istanbul, in what is apparently a new authority offensive against the Turkish opposition.

Erdogan Reaffirms Support for Cyprus Two-State Solution

Erdogan Reaffirms Support for Cyprus Two-State Solution

Sun 20 Jul 2025 19:45 CEST

Nearly 80,000 Flee Sectarian Violence in Southern Syria

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Nearly 80,000 Flee Sectarian Violence in Southern Syria

Fri 18 Jul 2025 07:13 CEST

Armed clans, close allies of Syria's interim government, have clashed with Druze near the city of Sweida in southern Syria. According to the UN, nearly 80,000 people have fled the flared-up sectarian violence in the past week

Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu Sentenced to Prison in Turkey

Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu Sentenced to Prison in Turkey

Wed 16 Jul 2025 13:51 CEST

Erdogan: Turkey Triumphs as PKK Begins Disarmament

Erdogan: Turkey Triumphs as PKK Begins Disarmament

Sat 12 Jul 2025 11:46 CEST

Turkey's president Recep Tayyip Erdogan says during the weekend that the country has won after the terror-stamped Kurdish PKK officially initiated its disarmament.

Spotify May Exit Turkey Amid Censorship Dispute

Spotify May Exit Turkey Amid Censorship Dispute

Fri 11 Jul 2025 14:17 CEST

Spotify is considering leaving Turkey, reports The Times.

PKK Begins Disarmament with Weapon Burning Ceremony in Iraqi Kurdistan

PKK Begins Disarmament with Weapon Burning Ceremony in Iraqi Kurdistan

Fri 11 Jul 2025 09:28 CEST

Several fighters from the terrorist-stamped Kurdish PKK have burned their weapons in a ceremony in Iraqi Kurdistan. Thus, the movement's disarmament has officially begun

Four Arrested in Turkey Over Satirical Drawing Protests

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Four Arrested in Turkey Over Satirical Drawing Protests

Wed 2 Jul 2025 14:51 CEST

Protests broke out in Turkey due to a drawing that is alleged to depict the prophet Muhammed. Now four people at the newspaper LeMan have been arrested

Over 120 Arrested in Turkish Opposition Stronghold Izmir

Over 120 Arrested in Turkish Opposition Stronghold Izmir

Tue 1 Jul 2025 17:58 CEST

Turkish police have arrested more than 120 people in the opposition stronghold Izmir – just a few hours before a demonstration for the deposed Ekrem Imamoglu was to be held in Istanbul. The raid is the latest in a series targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's opponents

NATO Buildup Agreed for Swedish Security Boost

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NATO Buildup Agreed for Swedish Security Boost

Wed 25 Jun 2025 12:55 CEST

NATO countries' leaders have agreed on a significant buildup over the next ten years. This is a big win for Europe and actually for Western civilization, says US President Donald Trump