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Turkey sanctions dozens of obstetricians as government tightens restrictions on caesarean births

Turkey has intensified its campaign to reduce the country's high rate of caesarean deliveries, with health authorities reportedly imposing sanctions on around one hundred obstetricians and gynaecologists as part of a broader effort to reshape maternity care. The measures, introduced by the Ministry of Health, have sparked criticism from......

Turkey seeks swift progress on lifting US sanctions and F-35 fighter jet deal

Turkey said it expects rapid progress toward the removal of remaining US sanctions and the revival of its ambition to acquire F-35 fighter jets, as Ankara seeks to strengthen defence cooperation with Washington following renewed diplomatic engagement between the two NATO allies. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Friday that Ankara......

Turkish and Iranian foreign ministers discuss regional developments and ceasefire

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation on Thursday to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East, including the current status of the ceasefire amid renewed regional tensions. According to sources from Türkiye's Foreign Ministry, the two ministers exchanged......

Jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu removed from courtroom as corruption trial resumes

Turkey's imprisoned opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu was once again removed from the courtroom during a hearing in his corruption trial on Wednesday, intensifying concerns over judicial independence and political freedoms as the high-profile proceedings continue. According to reports from Turkish media covering the trial, the presiding......

Hegseth to discuss potential F-35 sale to Turkey during Israel talks

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to discuss the possibility of supplying F-35 fighter jets to Turkey during meetings with Israeli leaders on Wednesday, according to a source familiar with the matter. The potential arms agreement is considered highly sensitive because of its possible impact on regional military balances and......

Black Sea NATO members strengthen mine operations to safeguard critical infrastructure

Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey have agreed to broaden the mission of their joint Black Sea mine-clearing force, adding new responsibilities aimed at protecting vital maritime infrastructure. The decision, announced during the NATO summit, reflects growing security concerns in the Black Sea region, where naval activity and wartime risks have......

Erdogan calls for removal of NATO defence barriers as Turkey seeks deeper industry role

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has urged NATO members to remove restrictions affecting defence cooperation between allies, arguing that greater industrial integration is essential to strengthening the alliance’s security capabilities. Speaking at the opening of the NATO leaders’ summit in Ankara on Wednesday, Erdogan called......

Global defence bank gains momentum as nine nations back new security financing initiative

Canada has secured the backing of nine countries for the creation of a new multilateral financial institution dedicated to strengthening defence and security capabilities, marking a significant step toward expanding long-term investment in allied resilience. Announced during the NATO Summit in Ankara, the proposed Defence, Security and Resilience......

Trump signals end to Turkey sanctions and weighs renewed F-35 fighter jet sales

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that his administration intends to lift sanctions imposed on Turkey and will decide whether to move forward with the sale of Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter jets to Ankara. The remarks came as Trump met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the sidelines of the 2026 NATO Summit,......

HSBC reviews Turkey banking operations as part of global strategy to streamline business

HSBC has launched a strategic review of its retail and domestic corporate banking operations in Turkey, as the British banking group continues efforts to simplify its global structure and focus on markets where it sees stronger growth potential. The lender said on Tuesday that it is evaluating all options for HSBC Türkiye’s retail......

Canada and Turkey begin formal talks on a new free trade agreement

Canada and Turkey have officially started negotiations toward a new free trade agreement, marking a new step in efforts to strengthen economic ties between the two countries. The launch of the talks was announced on Tuesday by the office of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, following a recent agreement between Ottawa and Ankara to explore......

Turkey intensifies security crackdown ahead of NATO Summit in Ankara

Turkish authorities have stepped up security operations and detained additional journalists and activists ahead of this week's NATO Summit in Ankara, prompting renewed concerns over civil liberties as world leaders prepare to gather in the capital. The latest arrests come amid an extensive security deployment surrounding the high-profile......

France signals openness to potential SAMP/T air defence sale to Turkey, sources say

France is reportedly showing greater openness to the potential export of the SAMP/T air defence system to Turkey, marking a notable shift after years of political hesitation over such a transfer, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The move could pave the way for deeper negotiations between Paris, Rome and Ankara over the......

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