The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the launch of a large-scale wave of strikes against “regime targets” in the Iranian capital. While the Israeli military has not detailed the specific locations hit, smoke was seen rising over Tehran following the strikes. There are unconfirmed reports that residential areas may have also sustained damage. Iran’s […]
The Esendere Border Crossing in Yüksekova, Hakkari, Türkiye, remained unusually quiet during Eid al-Fitr amid rising tensions between the USA, Israel and Iran. Security measures were raised to the highest level, and restrictions were imposed on day-trip passenger crossings. Commercial traffic continues under controlled conditions, while citizens are only allowed to return to their countries. […]
Eid prayers were held at the historic Kale Mosque in Sivas, Türkiye, bringing together local residents and international students. Despite rainy weather, worshippers gathered early in the morning and filled the centuries-old mosque. Foreign students from countries including Palestine and Sudan joined the prayers and exchanged Eid greetings. “May the Eid of all Muslims be […]
A restaurant owner in Bursa, Türkiye, donated 290,000 TL (6500 USD), the proceeds from 29 days of Ramadan, to people in need in Palestine. Maşallah Kocaman handed over the funds to the Palestine House Association, saying Gaza had not been forgotten despite ongoing hardship. Association officials said donations from Türkiye are delivered directly to those […]
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said in an Eid video message that Türkiye remains safe and continues to move forward with determination. “Let none of my citizens have the slightest doubt. Türkiye is safe and in secure hands,” he said. Erdoğan added that the government will continue working tirelessly to protect the country’s progress and […]
Mount Süphan in Bitlis, Türkiye, drew attention with a rare cloud formation around its 4,058-meter summit. Changing temperature and humidity levels created a striking visual resembling lens-shaped clouds and cascading cloud layers. The phenomenon combined with the mountain’s silhouette to produce a remarkable natural spectacle. Şükrü Akyüz – Orhan Emen
The Israeli Air Force said a strike in the Gaza Strip killed Muhammad Abu Shaleh, described as a senior Hamas intelligence commander. The Israeli military said he was targeted in a precision operation. According to the statement, Abu Shaleh was involved in planning attacks and efforts to rebuild Hamas’s capabilities. Israel said operations in Gaza […]
Thailand’s parliament re-elected Anutin Charnvirakul as prime minister, securing 293 votes in the 499-seat chamber. His main rival, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, received 119 votes. Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, becomes Thailand’s 32nd prime minister for a second term, marking the first re-election in 20 years. He said he is ready to work with all […]
Unmanned aerial vehicles targeted the Umm Qasr Naval Base in Basra province, southern Iraq, during the night, security sources said. The base, which is also used by U.S. forces, was hit by four drones. Two drones failed to reach their targets, while another crashed into a nearby water treatment plant and a fourth struck a […]
A ski lift cabin fell at the Engelberg resort in the Obwalden canton of Switzerland, killing one person. Police said the cabin detached from the cable for unknown reasons at around 11:00 local time. The victim was identified as a 61-year-old local woman. Authorities have launched an investigation, while witnesses reported strong winds at the […]