Around 1.7 million Muslims gathered at Arafat during Hajj, praying for peace and forgiveness despite 45°C heat. Many climbed Mount Arafat, while others prayed nearby due to the crowd. Turkish pilgrims were advised to stay in cooled tents, and a field hospital treated cases of sunstroke and dehydration. Türkiye’s Religious Affairs head Ali Erbaş prayed […]
Jewish settlers set fire to Palestinian homes and vehicles in Deir Dibwan near Ramallah, injuring 10 people. Local sources reported that settlers also blocked firefighters and ambulances, pelting them with stones. Israeli soldiers reportedly protected the settlers during the assault and restricted access to the town. The incident is part of ongoing settler violence in […]
Following a defense meeting in Brussels, UK Defense Minister John Healey commended Ukraine’s drone campaign on Russian air bases, calling it “Operation Spider Web” and saying, “We take our hats off to Ukraine.” At a joint press conference with German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, Healey emphasized continued support for […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Ukraine’s government of turning into a “terrorist organization” following recent attacks on Russian infrastructure, including rail lines in Bryansk and Kursk. Speaking at a government meeting, Putin said the strikes aimed to sabotage ongoing peace negotiations. Presidential Advisor Vladimir Medinsky briefed Putin on peace talks held in Istanbul, where […]
A stampede during celebrations for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s first-ever Indian Premier League (IPL) championship left 11 people dead and many injured in Bangalore, India. The chaos erupted outside Chinnaswamy Stadium as thousands gathered to welcome the winning team’s bus after their victory over Punjab Kings. Crowds waving flags surged forward, triggering panic and a deadly […]
Turkish Minister of National Defense Yaşar Güler visited NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, to attend the NATO Defense Ministers Meeting. Upon arrival, Güler was welcomed by Türkiye’s Permanent Representative to NATO Ambassador Basat Öztürk, Permanent Representative to the EU Ambassador Faruk Kaymakçı, Brussels Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Mehmet Özgür Çakar, NATO Turkish Military Representative (TMR) […]
As Eid al-Adha approaches, the historic district of Hasankeyf in Türkiye’s Batman province is preparing to welcome both local and foreign tourists. Located along the Tigris River, Hasankeyf is known for its deep-rooted history and striking cultural landmarks. Local tradesmen have begun holiday preparations. Muhyettin Talayhan, a souvenir seller for 12 years, said, “We […]
In Cologne, Germany, 20,500 people were evacuated after three unexploded World War II bombs were discovered during roadworks in the Deutz district. Authorities launched the city’s largest evacuation since 1945 to safely defuse the bombs, which included two one-ton and one 500-kg US-made devices. The operation affected 58 hotels, 9 schools, a hospital, nursing […]
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused the United States of trying to block Iran from gaining nuclear technology to keep the country dependent. Speaking in Tehran at a ceremony marking the 36th anniversary of Ayatollah Khomeini’s death, Khamenei said, “They want to make us dependent on them. They cannot do anything about it.” He […]
A worker was seriously injured when a tanker cap exploded at a sunflower oil factory in Nizip, Gaziantep. The blast occurred as 27-year-old Bekir A. tried to open the tanker while smoking. Security footage showed him being thrown meters by the explosion. He was hospitalized in serious condition, and an investigation is underway. Beyhan […]