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 […]
US President Donald Trump’s decision to raise tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50% has taken effect. Trump said the move aims to protect national security and counter low-priced foreign metals harming US industries. The UK remains exempt, with its tariffs staying at 25%. The US is the world’s largest steel […]
Democratic Party candidate Lee Jae-myung has officially begun his 5-year term as South Korea’s president after winning early elections with 49.42% of the vote. Following the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol over martial law declarations, Lee assumed office without a transition process. He took over from Acting President Lee Ju-ho, with an oath ceremony […]
İsa Demirhan, a Turkish SMA patient, has fulfilled his 16-year-long dream of performing Hajj. Despite his condition, Demirhan said his illness does not prevent him from completing the pilgrimage. Using a wheelchair, Demirhan traveled to the holy lands with his family and support from Türkiye’s Presidency of Religious Affairs. “We registered in 2009 and waited […]
The UN General Assembly has elected Bahrain, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Latvia, and Liberia as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for a two-year term starting January 1, 2026. All five ran unopposed in their regional groups and received strong support: Bahrain got 186 votes, DR Congo 183, Liberia 181, Colombia […]
A 19-year-old Serbian student, Tijana Radonjic, died after falling from about 50 meters while parasailing in Budva, Montenegro. She reportedly unfastened her seat belt and removed her life jacket mid-flight, possibly due to panic. Radonjic was participating in a promotional video for a water sports agency in exchange for a free ride. Her family said […]