Turkish Foreign Minister: We discussed what can be done to resolve the Yemeni issue peacefully and through dialogue.
Makkah Agreement: Forces begin deployment for defense of the Kingdom
4 day agoTurkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have agreed to activate collective defense measures under the Mecca Defense Alliance, including the rapid deployment of agreed military forces and capabilities to Saudi Arabia. The joint statement emphasizes moving from commitments to action, strengthening military integration, readiness and deterrence in response to threats facing the Kingdom
Saudi Defence Minister: Al-Makkah Alliance Meeting Confirms Activation of Collective Deterrence Against Attacks on the Kingdom and Holy Sites
Turkey supplies Korkut air defence systems to Ukraine, sources say Ukrainian officials say anti-drone systems have proven effective against Russian attacks, with further purchases dependent on price
4 day agoTurkish vessel ROYAD MAMMADOV, carrying grain, attacked: the vessel departed from Izmail port, Ukraine, and was heading to Italy. The captain sustained injuries, and 13 crew members are missing.
Earthquake of magnitude 5.2 - 19 km ESE of Feke, Turkey
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 23 km SSE of Saimbeyli, Turkey
Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 - 21 km SSE of Saimbeyli, Turkey
Turkish Finance Minister: Mecca agreement goes beyond a mere security arrangement, the region needs new, safe and reliable trade and energy routes
Syrian government officials and Hezbollah secretly met in Türkiye in September in the first known face-to-face talks between the two sides since Bashar al-Assad's fall. The talks, pushed by Turkish security and intelligence agencies, focused on easing tensions. Syria assured Hezbollah it would not intervene militarily in Lebanon to disarm the group, while asking Hezbollah to halt cross-border arms smuggling and dismantle remaining cells in Syria. Hezbollah pledged not to interfere in Syrian affairs but gave no direct answer on those requests
Israeli Defense Minister threatens to target Hamas leaders abroad
Saudi Defense: Chiefs of Staff affirmed their commitment to collective defense, reflecting determination to defend Saudi Arabia's security.
Saudi Defense: Chiefs of Staff of the Makkah Agreement countries confirm their immediate commitment to translating obligations for effective military cooperation
Iraqi Prime Minister: We are working to diversify our export channels for oil and establish transport links with Turkey, Jordan and Syria.
Joint statement: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey condemn attacks targeting Mecca and Saudi facilities
Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 - 15 km SSW of Hilvan, Turkey
Iraqi government: Turkish forces to hand over Bechiqa-Zlekan camp to the Iraqi government gradually, according to an agreed mechanism.
An Iranian aircraft landed in Istanbul despite the US sanctions.
2 week agoUS President Trump has met with leaders from the GCC, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly
Turkish Airlines announces suspension of flights between Iran and Turkey
Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 - 26 km SE of Saimbeyli, Turkey
3 week agoTürkiye launches simultaneous operations against Israel-linked international fraud network accused of defrauding foreigners through fake forex and cryptocurrency schemes Authorities detain 175 of 239 suspects in raids at 286 addresses in Istanbul and Mugla provinces
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz: If Erdogan wants to help Hamas members in Gaza, he should invite them to move to Antalya
"AFP": Prominent advisor says Erdogan will run for re-election as Turkish president in early 2028 elections
Turkish diplomat: We have handed over drafts of an agreement to halt attacks in the Black Sea to Kyiv and Moscow
Turkish Defense Ministry: Houthi threats in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait harm global maritime trade
3 week agoPolice detain dozens at an Istanbul courthouse protest over LGBTQ crackdown
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa: Through mediation carried out by Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Erdogan with President Trump, a historic decision was taken and the sanctions on Syria were lifted. I believe Syria was born again after the sanctions were lifted, and the road opened before it. What remains now is policy, procedures, and making the right and sound choices so that this Syrian project can move forward
Turkey arrests 162 people in nationwide raids targeting LGBTQ community
YemenHouthi-held Hodeidah airport, telecommunication networks on Mount Bard in Kusmah district, Raymah governorate and in Bani Matar in Sana'a were targeted by airstrikes. Photo from Hodeidah airport
