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Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT) chief Ibrahim Kalin held talks with Saddam Haftar, deputy commander of forces based in eastern Libya, during a meeting in Benghazi, according to security sources. The discussions focused on efforts to support stability and peace in Libya,......
Turkey is preparing to host a high-level parliamentary gathering of NATO member states in Istanbul later this month, reinforcing its role as an important venue for international dialogue on security and defense issues. The two-day summit will bring together parliamentary representatives from across......
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has extended congratulations to Azerbaijan on the occasion of its National Salvation Day, reaffirming the strong political and cultural ties between the two nations. In a message shared on social media, Erdoğan marked June 15 as a significant national occasion......
Global agriculture is heading towards a historic grain harvest for the 2026-2027 campaign. According to the latest forecasts from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), total grain production is expected to reach nearly 2.9 billion tons. Despite this achievement, global consumption is expected to......
Canada has described Türkiye as an “incredibly important strategic ally,” signaling a continued effort to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation within NATO and broader regional frameworks. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized Türkiye’s strategic......
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that Türkiye has stepped up preparations for the NATO summit scheduled to take place in Ankara on July 7–8. Speaking during a parliamentary meeting in the capital, Erdogan said the government aims to make the gathering “a reference point......
A United Kingdom and France led coalition has completed operational plans for a multinational mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz. Allied governments plan to seek formal approval from United States President Donald Trump during the upcoming G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, scheduled for......
Four Indian sailors who had been stranded aboard a cargo vessel off the coast of Istanbul for nearly ten months have finally been allowed to leave the ship, bringing an end to a long period of uncertainty and hardship. The crew members had remained on board since August after legal and operational complications......
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to visit Indonesia on June 3 as part of ongoing efforts to deepen strategic relations between the two countries. The visit is expected to focus on expanding bilateral cooperation, strengthening economic partnerships, and addressing major regional and......
World-renowned rapper and producer Kanye West performed in Istanbul for the first time, attracting an audience of approximately 118,000 people in one of the largest music events of the year. The concert, held at Atatürk Olympic Stadium, brought together fans from across......
Türkiye has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack targeting a passenger train in Pakistan, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives and reaffirming its solidarity with the Pakistani people. In an official statement issued on Sunday, the Turkish Foreign Ministry described the incident......
Ten Turkish nationals suspected of links to the Islamic State group have been arrested in Syria during a joint intelligence operation involving Turkish and Syrian security services, according to Turkish state media reports. The individuals were subject to Interpol Red Notices and were located as part......
The Turkish diaspora continues to play an important role in expanding Türkiye’s international presence and influence, according to Turkish officials during the 43rd Turkish Day Parade in the United States. Speaking at the annual celebration in New York City, Turkish Ambassador Sedat Önal......
