Türkiye to Deliver First ALTAY Tanks This Year

Türkiye to Deliver First ALTAY Tanks This Year

Defense Industry President Haluk Görgün announced that three ALTAY tanks will be delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces this year, with full-scale production starting in 2025. The first batch of 85 T1 configuration tanks will be delivered gradually, followed by 165 T2 tanks by 2028. During his visit to BMC POWER’s Ankara facility, Görgün highlighted […]

Putin Offers US Partnership on Rare Earth Metals

Putin Offers US Partnership on Rare Earth Metals

  Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is willing to collaborate with the US on rare earth metals, emphasizing that Russia has far greater resources than Ukraine. In an interview with Russian journalist Pavel Zarubin, Putin highlighted Russia’s vast reserves across regions like Murmansk, the Caucasus, and the Far East. He stressed the strategic […]

Colombian Man Caught Smuggling Cocaine Under Wig

Colombian Man Caught Smuggling Cocaine Under Wig

A Colombian man was arrested while attempting to smuggle 19 cocaine capsules worth €10,000 under his wig. He was caught by police at Cartagena Airport on February 20 while boarding a flight to Amsterdam. Authorities have launched an investigation into drug trafficking, production, and transportation charges against him.  

Trump and Macron Push for Ukraine Peace Deal

Following their White House meeting, US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron called for an accelerated peace process to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump criticized the Biden administration’s handling of the war, emphasizing that the US had provided over $300 billion in aid, far more than Europe. He urged European nations to take […]

Bridge Collapse in South Korea Kills Three Workers

A highway bridge under construction on the Seoul-Sejong Expressway collapsed near Cheonan, South Korea, killing three workers and injuring five others. The incident occurred around 09:50 local time when five 50-meter-high support beams gave way, trapping workers beneath the debris. Rescue teams rushed to the site, recovering the victims and assisting the injured. Authorities have […]

Three Years of War: Russia Gains Ground as Peace Talks Begin

  The Russia-Ukraine war, which began on February 24, 2022, has entered its third year, with over 40,000 civilian deaths and millions displaced. Russia now occupies 20 percent of Ukraine, having gained more than 4,000 square kilometers in the past year. Key developments in the last year include Ukraine’s brief seizure of Russia’s Kursk region, […]

EU Announces €3.5 Billion Aid to Ukraine

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new €3.5 billion aid package for Ukraine in March, reaffirming Europe’s commitment to supporting the country. Speaking at a Kiev summit on the third anniversary of the war, she stressed that Russia still seeks Ukraine’s surrender and that strengthening Ukraine’s resistance is crucial. Von der Leyen […]

Families in Iran Protest Germany Over PKK Asylum

  Families of victims killed by PJAK, the Iranian wing of the PKK, protested outside the German Embassy in Tehran, condemning Germany for granting asylum to PKK members. Demonstrators held photos of their lost relatives and chanted slogans like “Down with terrorism” and “PJAK commits murder, Europe supports it.” The protesters demanded the deportation of […]

Ilgaz Mountain Turns White After Heavy Snowfall

  Ilgaz Mountain, on the Çankırı-Kastamonu border in Türkiye, was blanketed in snow, creating stunning winter scenery. The snow-covered forests, known for their rich wildlife and natural beauty, were captured by drone, showcasing postcard-worthy landscapes.  

EU Imposes New Sanctions on Russia

On the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the European Union approved its 16th sanctions package, targeting Russia’s shadow fleet, banks, and military-related industries. The new measures blacklist 48 individuals and 35 entities. The sanctions expand restrictions on Russia’s oil tankers, adding 73 more vessels to the list, bringing the total to 153. For […]