TRNC Hosts Search and Rescue Drill in Eastern Mediterranean

  The land phase of the Martyr Lieutenant Caner Gönyeli 2025 Search and Rescue Exercise was successfully completed in Kyrenia, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). Held under Türkiye’s coordination, the drill simulated a plane crash between Izmir and Lefkoşa, with UAVs and helicopters locating the wreckage and teams executing rapid rescue operations. TRNC President […]

Wildfires Persist on Greek Island of Chios into Third Day

On Greece’s Aegean island of Chios, five wildfires that began Sunday remain uncontained on day three, despite a state of emergency. Authorities have deployed 11 helicopters, two firefighting planes, 85 vehicles, and 444 firefighters; several villages have been evacuated and a team is probing the cause. Summer fires are increasingly severe in Greece due to […]

Man Killed by Minibus During Street Fight in Türkiye

A man died after being hit by a minibus during a fight between two groups in Midyat, a district of Mardin, Türkiye. The altercation, which began on a sidewalk, escalated into a knife fight and spilled into the street. Th eman lost his balance and fell onto the road, where he was struck by a […]

IAEA Chief Urges Talks with Iran as Ceasefire Faces Disputes

  International Atomic Energy Agency Director Rafael Grossi announced he sent a letter to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi, urging continued cooperation and proposing a meeting. Grossi welcomed the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, calling IAEA engagement key to resolving nuclear disputes. Meanwhile, tensions remain as Israel accused Iran of firing a missile after the […]

Türkiye’s High-Altitude Çakırgöl Lake Offers Stunning Summer Scenery

  Çakırgöl Lake, located at 2,553 meters in the mountains of Gümüşhane, northeastern Türkiye, offers breathtaking views shaped by glacial history. Accessible only in summer and about 50 km from Gümüşhane city center, the lake remains surrounded by snow even in late June. With its clear waters, silence, and dramatic cliffs, Çakırgöl attracts nature lovers, […]

Turkish Students Build ‘Jerusalem Corner’ with 80,000 Stones

  Students at Ankara Demetevler Girls Anatolian Imam Hatip High School created an 8 m² “Jerusalem Corner” using 1-centimeter stones to show solidarity with Palestine. Led by teacher Hacer Öztürk, the project carries the message: “If everyone puts a stone, the Al-Aqsa Mosque will be saved.” Öztürk said the initiative was inspired by recent attacks […]

Syringe Attacks and Violence Mar France’s Music Festival

During France’s Fête de la Musique, 145 women reported syringe attacks at concerts and street events. Victims were hospitalized with symptoms like dizziness and nausea. Twelve suspects were detained. Nationwide unrest left over 1,500 injured, including 13 police officers. Riots led to looting, 51 vehicles burned, and 371 arrests.

Pentagon Shares Footage of B-2 Bombers in Iran Strikes

The US Department of Defense released footage of B-2 Spirit bombers involved in recent airstrikes on Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities. The video shows the aircraft taking off from the US and returning after the mission. The Pentagon confirmed the B-2 bombers participated in the high-profile operation targeting Iran’s underground nuclear infrastructure.

Iran and Israel Agree Ceasefire After Targeting Eachother

The Israeli military confirmed it completed airstrikes targeting underground missile storage sites in western Iran used by the Revolutionary Guards. The IDF said the strikes, guided by Military Intelligence Unit AMAN, also destroyed a missile launcher aimed at Israeli aircraft. In response, Iran launched 10 to 15 ballistic missiles in multiple salvos, triggering sirens across […]