Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada will recognize the State of Palestine during the 80th UN General Assembly in September 2025. Citing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the need to preserve the two-state solution, Carney emphasized that peace and security for both Palestinians and Israelis require mutual recognition. He reaffirmed Canada’s support […]
The US Treasury has sanctioned over 115 individuals, entities, and vessels tied to Iran, mainly targeting the oil smuggling network led by Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani, son of a senior adviser to Ayatollah Khamenei. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called it the most significant move since 2018, accusing the network of financing Iran’s global activities with billions […]
Australia’s first domestically built orbital rocket, Eris, crashed just 14 seconds after launch from Bowen Spaceport in Queensland. Despite the failure, manufacturer Gilmour Space called it a key milestone for the country’s space ambitions. CEO Adam Gilmour said, “I would’ve liked a longer flight, but I’m happy with the attempt.”
A devastating forest fire in Türkiye’s Bursa province reduced 100 hectares to ash, but one garden in Gürsu’s Karahıdır village remained untouched. Despite the destruction, Halil Kiraz’s 25-acre nectar orchard stood green and intact. Kiraz credited his drip irrigation system, firebreak road, regular maintenance, and almsgiving: “Everything turned to ash, but my garden remained […]
Japan lifted tsunami warnings triggered by the 8.8 magnitude quake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. Over 2 million people were urged to evacuate across 21 prefectures. Minor waves up to 1.3 meters were recorded. Transport and postal services were disrupted as a precaution. Authorities still advise coastal residents to stay alert.
Typhoon Wipha has killed at least 7 and injured 143 in Thailand, triggering floods and landslides across 33 provinces. The Thai army joined rescue efforts, using drones and mobile medical units. In neighboring Laos, 4 people died and 4 remain missing. Over 15,000 families were affected in both countries
An 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering a tsunami warning across the Pacific coast. Officials reported over 50 aftershocks and minor building damage. No casualties were recorded. Tsunami waves reached up to 4 meters, flooding parts of Severo-Kurilsk port. Authorities evacuated 2,700 residents, and emergency measures remain in place.
Following the 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, the United States issued tsunami alerts for Pacific regions, including Hawaii and California. Waves up to 1.7 meters reached Hawaii, prompting flight delays and port closures. California, Oregon, and Washington were also warned, with evacuations ordered in coastal areas. President Trump confirmed emergency measures, while officials […]
Musa Çelikkılıç, a Turkish expatriate living in Germany, returned to Türkiye for vacation and criticized the discrimination immigrant families face in Europe. Speaking at the border crossing on his way to his hometown Uşak, Çelikkılıç said, “Our children are treated like second-class citizens. Their future is limited from kindergarten. While their children are guided […]
Medical staff at the Kamchatka Oncology Center in Russia continued surgery undeterred during the 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the Kamchatka Peninsula. Security footage showed the surgical team staying calm amid intense tremors. Kamchatka Health Minister Oleg Melnikov praised their dedication, saying, “Despite the danger, the doctors stayed with the patient. He is now doing well. […]