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German Chancellor: Gaza Situation “No Longer Acceptable”
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the humanitarian situation in Gaza is “no longer acceptable” and called on Israel to enable increased aid efforts. Speaking at a press conference in Berlin, Merz emphasized Germany’s readiness…
EU Eases Schengen Visa Rules for Turkish Citizens
The EU Commission has adopted new rules simplifying multiple-entry Schengen visas for Turkish citizens with a travel history and low-risk profile.
Effective July 15, 2025, the system allows for gradually longer visa durations: starting…
Germany Signals Progress on Eurofighter Exports to Türkiye
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said they are "moving towards a good decision" on granting an export license for Eurofighter Typhoon jets to Türkiye, though no final decision has been made yet.
Merz met with British Prime Minister…
Ukraine Appoints Second Female Prime Minister
The Ukrainian parliament approved President Volodymyr Zelensky's proposal to appoint Yulia Svyrydenko as the new prime minister.
Svyrydenko, 39, secured 262 votes in the 450-seat chamber, becoming Ukraine’s 19th prime minister and…
Al-Shara: “Israel Seeks to Divide Syria, But We Are Too Strong”
Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara accused Israel of trying to destabilize Syria and divide its people, saying, “We are strong enough to defeat all Israeli attempts.” In his first public address since recent Israeli strikes, al-Shara said,…
Trump Warns Zelenskyy: “Don’t Target Moscow”
US President Donald Trump cautioned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy against striking Moscow, saying, “He shouldn't target Moscow.” Speaking on the White House lawn, Trump stated he was not taking sides but wanted to “stop the…
EU Fails to Approve New Russia Sanctions
The European Union failed to reach an agreement on its 18th sanctions package against Russia after Slovakia requested a postponement. EU foreign ministers, meeting in Brussels, discussed Ukraine, Gaza, Iran, Georgia, and Moldova. High…
Türkiye Marks July 15 Coup Anniversary in Baku
Türkiye’s Ambassador to Baku, Birol Akgün, emphasized the country's unwavering stance against the FETÖ terrorist organization at a July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day commemoration held at the Turkish Embassy in Azerbaijan’s capital.…
EU Nears 18th Sanctions Package Against Russia
EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas said a political agreement on the 18th sanctions package against Russia is imminent, expressing hope it would be reached today. Speaking ahead of the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting, Kallas emphasized…
Lavrov Meets Xi Ahead of Putin’s Visit to China
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers' Meeting. Lavrov conveyed President Vladimir Putin’s greetings and discussed…