Storm Bert has caused six fatalities and widespread damage across England and Wales. Thousands of homes and businesses remain without power due to damaged power lines and flooding, while falling trees have damaged vehicles. Transport disruptions include canceled flights and train delays. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed condolences to those affected and praised […]
The “Aras Joint Exercise” between Iran and Azerbaijan began today in Aslandüz, Ardabil province, Iran. The four-day drill involves Iran’s IRGC Ground Forces special unit and Azerbaijan’s special operations units. The exercise aims to strengthen bilateral ties, enhance cooperation against illegal armed groups, boost border security, and improve military capacities. This development comes amid […]
The highly popular Touristic Eastern Express, set to begin its 2024-2025 winter season on December 23, has seen its tickets, priced at 5,250 liras, sell out rapidly. The train will depart from Ankara and conclude its scenic 31-hour journey in Kars, stopping in Kayseri, Sivas, Erzincan, and Erzurum along the way. Kars tourism professionals […]
Russian forces conducted overnight attacks on southern Ukraine, hitting energy infrastructure in Mykolaiv and industrial facilities in Zaporizhia. Mykolaiv Governor Vitaliy Kim confirmed that most power outages were resolved by morning and stated, “Air defense shot down two UAVs over the region.” No casualties were reported in Mykolaiv. In Zaporizhia, Governor Ivan Fedorov reported multiple […]
The Israeli army reported that Hezbollah launched approximately 250 rockets into Israel over the past 24 hours, causing injuries and property damage. Sirens sounded in several cities, including Tel Aviv, as tensions between the two sides escalated amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that Israeli attacks since October 8, 2023, have claimed 3,754 lives and left 15,626 injured. In the past 24 hours alone, 84 people were killed, and 213 were injured. Israeli forces targeted southern Beirut, including the Hadath district, where a missile strike caused a building to collapse. The escalation […]
Supporters of Pakistan’s imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan staged protests, clashing with police in Islamabad. Authorities blocked roads to the capital with containers, restricted communication services, and banned public gatherings. Tear gas was used to disperse protesters, and several were detained. Ali Amin Gandapur, a key ally of Khan, urged supporters to gather […]
A powerful storm hit the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), toppling trees, blowing away roofs, and damaging coastal businesses. Waves reached heights of 2 meters, destroying piers in ports. Power outages affected some areas for up to two hours due to damaged electrical lines. Despite the extensive material damage, no casualties or injuries […]
The Iraq-based Islamic Resistance Organization claimed responsibility for two drone attacks on southern Israel, sharing footage of the launches on social media. The group stated that the strikes were carried out in solidarity with Lebanon and Palestine. Israel has not commented on the attacks. Last week, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar addressed the United Nations […]
The snowfall that started yesterday and continued throughout the night in the Mudurnu district of Bolu, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List, completely covered the Ottoman Town, which is home to inns, baths, mosques, fountains and mansions from the Ottoman period, in white, forming a dazzling landscape.