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Syrian Forces Deploy to Hasakah After Deal
Internal security units linked to the Syrian Interior Ministry have begun deploying to Hasakah following a ceasefire and integration agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). The deal, reached…
Kyrgyzstan Discovers Giant Nephrite-Like Stone
A 180-ton nephrite-like stone has been discovered in the Issyk-Kul region of Kyrgyzstan. The stone was found near the village of Chon Kyzyl Suu in the Jeti-Oguz district and was unearthed by local residents, who later held an opening…
Germany Transport Strike Paralyzes Cities
A nationwide strike by public transport workers brought bus, metro, and tram services across Germany to a halt, affecting around 100,000 employees of municipal transport companies. The 24-hour walkout was called by the United Service Sector…
Japan Snowstorms Death Toll Rises
The death toll from severe snowfall and cold weather across Japan since January 20 has risen to 27, with 290 people injured, according to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency (FDMA). Niigata prefecture recorded the highest number of…
Rafah Crossing Reopens After Ceasefire
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened in both directions for the first time since its closure by Israel in 2024, marking a key step under the second phase of the Israel–Hamas ceasefire. An Israeli security official…
US Grammy Awards Spotlight Music and Politics
The 68th Grammy Awards were held in Los Angeles, United States, at the Crypto.com Arena, with comedian Trevor Noah hosting the ceremony. Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny won Album of the Year for Deb Tirar Ms Fotos, becoming the first…
Italy Turin Protest Turns Violent
Clashes erupted in Turin, Italy, during a protest against the closure of the left-wing Askatasuna Cultural Center, leaving 11 police officers injured. Around 20,000 people took part in the demonstration before violence broke out, with…
Pakistan Boycotts India Cricket Match at T20 World Cup
Pakistan announced it will not play its February 15 match against India at the Men’s T20 World Cup organized by International Cricket Council. The Pakistani government approved the team’s participation in the tournament but confirmed it…
Slovak PM’s Advisor Resigns Over Epstein Messages
Miroslav Lajčák, national security advisor to Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, resigned after US Justice Department files revealed past correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein. Lajčák said he stepped down to avoid harming the…
Turkish-American Officer Makes NYPD History
Ali Hammutoğlu became the first Turkish-American to be promoted to lieutenant and appointed to a management post within New York’s subway police, marking a milestone for the Turkish community in the New York Police Department.…