Germany will establish a military base in Iceland under a new defense deal to counter growing Russian threats. The base will host German reconnaissance planes, warships, and submarines. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said Iceland’s location is key for logistics, while Reykjavik stressed stronger cooperation against hybrid and cyber threats.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said “ceasefire in the Middle East held its first stress test,” calling it a good first phase but urging more action for lasting stability and humanitarian access. Speaking before the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg, Kallas said the meeting would focus on Ukraine, stressing that Russia “only understands […]
About 1,800 people rallied in Berlin against German Chancellor Friedrich Merz after he called the city’s image “problematic” and backed deportations. Protesters accused him of echoing far-right views and held banners condemning racism. Opposition parties demanded an apology, calling Merz’s comments “dangerous,” while a government spokesperson said his remarks reflected policy changes on immigration.
An Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) Airbus A320 flying from St. Petersburg to Baku was forced to return shortly after takeoff due to a technical fuselage failure. The aircraft, carrying 155 passengers, made an emergency landing at Pulkovo Airport in St. Petersburg. AZAL said the crew followed safety procedures, burning excess fuel before landing. Emergency teams […]
US President Donald Trump announced plans to suspend all payments to Colombia and impose new tariffs, accusing the South American nation of complicity in the illegal drug trade. “They are not fighting drugs; they are producing drugs,” Trump told reporters. He said financial aid would be cut immediately, with tariff details to be revealed later […]
An ACT Airlines–operated Boeing 747 cargo plane (flying for Emirates) veered off the runway while landing at Hong Kong International Airport and ended up in the sea, killing two ground handling staff. The four flight crew were rescued and hospitalized. Emirates said the aircraft was leased from Türkiye-based ACT Airlines and was not carrying cargo. […]
The 23rd Turkish Festival in Washington, D.C., drew large crowds of Americans and Turkish citizens, showcasing Turkish cuisine, art, and folk performances. Visitors enjoyed dishes like döner, baklava, and Turkish coffee while folk dance groups from Türkiye and Central Asia captivated the audience. Organizers said the event, supported by Turkish-American associations, strengthened cultural ties and […]
Tufan Erhürman won the presidential election in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus with 62.7% of the vote, according to unofficial results. In his first statement, Erhürman pledged to serve impartially and work closely with Türkiye on foreign policy, saying, “No one should have the slightest concern about this.” He invited all citizens to celebrate […]
In Hatay, Türkiye, 23-year-old Barış Özbay, who had isolated himself at home for nearly three years following the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes, was shaved and bathed for the first time after being helped by social services. After losing his home and relatives in the 2023 earthquakes, Barış withdrew from life, dropped out of university, and became […]
Türkiye’s national football team rose one place to 26th in FIFA’s October rankings with 1,570 points after victories over Bulgaria and Georgia in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Spain retained the top spot, followed by Argentina and France. The next rankings will be released on November 21, 2025.