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- Fidan meets US special envoy Barrack in Ankara ahead of NATO summit
- Accidental hearts on pavement
- Mother bird’s love
- Philippines quake death toll hits 55 as rescue efforts continue
- Israel shells Gaza school, wounds five displaced Palestinians
- Trump administration appeals Kennedy Center renaming order
- Trump claims Iran war victory, says G7 support 'irrelevant'
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Fidan meets US special envoy Barrack in Ankara ahead of NATO summit
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met US Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack, who also serves as special envoy for Iraq and Syria. Barrack called the meeting productive, saying the US‑Türkiye partnership is “delivering results” ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara.
12 June 2026

Accidental hearts on pavement
12 June 2026
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Mother bird’s love
12 June 2026
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Philippines quake death toll hits 55 as rescue efforts continue
Philippine disaster management officials confirmed Thursday that the death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck the southern island of Mindanao has climbed to 55, with rescue operations continuing in collapsed buildings and landslide-hit communities despite ongoing aftershocks and unstable structures.
12 June 2026
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Israel shells Gaza school, wounds five displaced Palestinians
Israeli artillery struck Abu Hussein School in Jabalia refugee camp early Friday, wounding five displaced Palestinians and damaging one of the few remaining shelters in the north as violations of the October ceasefire agreement continue across the besieged enclave.
12 June 2026
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Trump administration appeals Kennedy Center renaming order
The Trump administration has filed a notice of appeal against a federal judge's order requiring the removal of President Donald Trump's name from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, as the institution's board votes to seek a stay of the ruling that also blocked planned renovations.
12 June 2026
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Trump claims Iran war victory, says G7 support 'irrelevant'
US President Donald Trump told Italian television on Friday that Washington has 'won the war' against Tehran without external assistance, dismissing potential support from Group of Seven allies as 'irrelevant' just days before leaders are set to convene in Canada amid fragile ceasefire efforts between Iran and Israel.
12 June 2026
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Carney calls Türkiye 'incredibly important' ally
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described Türkiye as an "incredibly important strategic" NATO ally and major regional power spanning the Balkans to the Caucasus, confirming he will attend next month's Istanbul summit as Ottawa moves to deepen bilateral ties.
12 June 2026
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Ex-South Korean president Yoon gets 30 years for drone ops
A Seoul court on Friday sentenced former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol to 30 years in prison for ordering drone infiltrations into North Korea, finding him guilty of attempting to escalate inter-Korean tensions to create a pretext for his martial law declaration in December 2024, according to Yonhap News Agency.
12 June 2026
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NATO to reduce Kosovo peacekeeping force over coming year
NATO announced on Friday that it will gradually reduce the size of its peacekeeping mission in Kosovo over the next year, citing improved security conditions that allow for a smaller military presence while maintaining readiness to reverse the drawdown if the situation on the ground deteriorates.
12 June 2026
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US forces down Iranian drones in Hormuz as peace deal nears
US forces intercepted two Iranian one-way attack drones targeting commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, an American official said, noting that traffic flow continues through the vital waterway despite the attempted strikes, which came hours after President Donald Trump indicated Washington and Tehran were nearing an agreement to end the war.
12 June 2026
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Israel faces global isolation as boycotts widen
Accused of war crimes and genocide in Gaza and the West Bank, Israel is facing an unprecedented wave of international isolation. French and Dutch sanctions, coordinated measures by six countries including the UK and Canada, and growing boycott movements have left the occupation state increasingly alone on the world stage.
12 June 2026
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Latin Patriarch warns Gaza, West Bank conditions worsening under occupation
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa warned on Thursday that humanitarian conditions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank continue to deteriorate under Israeli occupation, describing widespread destruction and escalating attacks across the Palestinian territories.
12 June 2026
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Iran blocks oil tanker from entering Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy said it barred an oil tanker from entering the Strait of Hormuz after the vessel attempted to cross without coordination, warning that Iranian forces would respond "with extreme firmness" to any unauthorized passage as tensions persist with Washington.
12 June 2026
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US probes '86 47' markings on National Mall targeting Trump
Federal authorities are investigating mysterious discoloration on the National Mall displaying the numbers "86 47" — interpreted by some as a coded threat against President Donald Trump — while the White House condemned the incident as part of a dangerous "assassination culture."
12 June 2026
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Israel caught off guard by Trump's cancellation of Iran strikes
Israeli officials expressed surprise at President Donald Trump's sudden cancellation of planned military strikes against Iran on Thursday evening, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu receiving the news during a Cabinet meeting as Washington announced high-level discussions with Tehran had won approval from all parties involved.
12 June 2026
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US sanctions Cuba state energy firm over 'kleptocratic profit'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sanctions Thursday against Cuba's state-owned energy company CUPET under an executive order from President Donald Trump, accusing Communist elites of weaponizing fuel for social control while a Havana envoy warned the measures would collectively punish the Cuban people.
12 June 2026
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UK defense secretary and armed forces minister resign over spending
Al Carns resigned on Thursday just hours after Defense Secretary John Healey stepped down, saying the government's defense investment strategy is not built for current threats, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer moved quickly to appoint former Parachute Regiment officer Dan Jarvis as the new defense secretary.
12 June 2026
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French probe links Israeli firm to fake Palestine aid campaign
A joint investigation by Liberation and Haaretz revealed Thursday that an Israeli entity accused of interfering in French municipal elections also operated a fraudulent website soliciting donations for purported Palestinian humanitarian aid, raising questions about the operation's true purpose.
12 June 2026
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Iran says 'main part' of text with US finalized
Iran's Foreign Ministry said Thursday that the "main part" of the text of understanding with Washington has been finalized, accusing the United States of undermining diplomatic progress through shifting positions hours after President Donald Trump revealed he had canceled planned strikes.
12 June 2026
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US senator to oppose defense bill over Iran war, Pentagon spending
Sen. Tim Kaine said Thursday he will oppose the National Defense Authorization Act unless the Trump administration ends its Iran war or secures congressional authorization, citing the bill's over $1.5 trillion in Pentagon funding and a provision to rename the Department of Defense.
12 June 2026
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Mexico beats South Africa 2-0 in World Cup 2026 opener
Mexico secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, with Julian Quinones and veteran striker Raul Jimenez finding the net before both sides were reduced to 10 men following a series of second-half dismissals that included the first opening-match red card in over three decades.
12 June 2026
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Iran says US deal decision rests with senior authorities
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei dismissed reports about a potential signing ceremony with the United States as premature speculation, emphasizing that the country's senior leadership must first reach a final decision on any agreement text.
12 June 2026
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Netanyahu discusses Iran memorandum with Trump, insists on nuclear dismantlement
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with President Trump about a US-Iran memorandum of understanding, insisting that any final agreement must include removal of enriched material, dismantling of enrichment infrastructure, restrictions on missile production, and an end to Iran’s support for proxies. Israeli officials were reportedly caught off guard by Trump’s announcement of an imminent deal.
12 June 2026
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Trump says US-Iran deal to end war could be signed as soon as this weekend
President Trump announced that a permanent agreement to end the US-Israeli war on Iran could be finalized as early as this weekend, with a possible signing ceremony in Europe. He said Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei has approved the deal, and that he spoke with regional partners including President Erdogan. Despite the announcement, US strikes on Iran continued.
12 June 2026
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Iran’s approval of US deal ‘relatively high’ after Washington accepts Tehran’s text
Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency reported that the likelihood of the proposed US-Iran agreement being approved by Tehran’s highest decision-making bodies is “relatively high” after the US accepted a text put forward by Iran. The report came hours after President Trump announced that “final points” have been approved by all parties, including Türkiye, Qatar, and Israel.
11 June 2026
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Qatar emir, Trump discuss progress in US-Iran understandings
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and President Trump discussed progress in US-Iran understandings, with Trump announcing that the “final points have been approved by all parties involved,” including Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Turkey, and others. Trump said the naval blockade will remain until finalization. The call came despite ongoing US strikes on Iran and Iranian closure of Hormuz.
11 June 2026
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Türkiye, Poland agree to deepen defense industry cooperation
Turkish defense industry chief Haluk Gorgun met with Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz in Warsaw to deepen cooperation in unmanned systems, technology transfer, operational experience sharing, and mutual investments. The talks focused on increasing capabilities related to Bayraktar drones.
11 June 2026
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Turkish official: Growing Türkiye-Saudi cooperation reflects Erdogan’s vision
Communications Director Burhanettin Duran stated that expanding transportation and logistics ties between Türkiye and Saudi Arabia reflects President Erdogan’s diplomatic vision. He noted that alternative transport routes developed in response to regional crises are strengthening bilateral cooperation, regional stability, and economic continuity.
11 June 2026
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Türkiye, Bulgaria plan new border crossing, urge US-Iran talks
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that Türkiye and Bulgaria reaffirmed plans to build a new border crossing north of Kapikule, while urging the US and Iran to halt attacks and return to negotiations. Fidan also said Turkish Petroleum will begin exploration in Bulgaria’s Han Tervel block, and called for deeper EU-Türkiye integration.
11 June 2026
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TRNC president backs Erdogan’s warning on Eastern Mediterranean rights
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus President Tufan Erhurman voiced support for President Erdogan’s warning that any challenge to Türkiye’s and Turkish Cypriots’ rights in the Eastern Mediterranean would face a “very clear and very harsh” response. Erhurman said any move to exclude Turkish Cypriots from security, energy, and maritime issues cannot succeed.
11 June 2026
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Fidan: Strong Türkiye-Bulgaria ties shape common future
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that his visit to Sofia reaffirmed the strength of Türkiye-Bulgaria relations and their shared commitment to deepening cooperation in energy, transport, connectivity, and defense industry. He also met with Turkish community members and businesspeople, and attended a graduation ceremony at the Sofia Higher Islamic Institute.
11 June 2026
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Turkish FM Fidan meets Bulgarian PM Radev in Sofia
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev during his visit to Sofia. The meeting was part of Fidan’s official visit to the Bulgarian capital, diplomatic sources said. No further details were released.
11 June 2026
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Dr. Hussam appears in court
11 June 2026
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India accuses US Navy of killing 3 nationals off Oman
Indian External Affairs Ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday that the US Navy attacked three foreign-flagged vessels carrying Indian nationals off the coast of Oman, killing at least three seafarers while 21 others were rescued, prompting New Delhi to lodge a strong protest with Washington.
11 June 2026
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UN reports first drop in decade as displaced numbers fall to 118M
The UN High Commissioner for Refugees said on Thursday that the number of forcibly displaced people worldwide dropped to 117.8 million by year-end 2025, marking the first decline in a decade as returnees surged to their second-highest level in 60 years despite persistent conflicts and emerging crises in the Middle East.
11 June 2026
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22 security personnel killed in Pakistan Kashmir helicopter crash
Pakistani security sources said at least 22 security personnel were killed when an Army Mi-17 helicopter crashed near Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-administered Kashmir on Wednesday, identifying the deceased as a colonel, two majors and 19 soldiers, and adding that a technical fault caused the accident during takeoff.
11 June 2026
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Iran denies US claims defense systems destroyed, vows readiness
Iranian Armed Forces spokesman Abolfazl Shekarchi on Thursday dismissed US assertions that Tehran's defensive capabilities have been destroyed, insisting that Iranian forces remain fully prepared and are stronger militarily now than when the war began, amid ongoing exchanges between Washington and Tehran.
11 June 2026
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UN resumes Gaza medical evacuations as Rafah crossing reopens
UN Deputy Spokesman Farhan Haq announced on Wednesday the resumption of medical evacuations from the Gaza Strip through the reopened Rafah crossing, noting that humanitarian cargo operations have also resumed via Kerem Shalom though UN officials caution that relying on a single entry point continues to constrain relief efforts.
11 June 2026
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Malaysian premier warns international system under 'enormous strain'
Anwar Ibrahim says the multilateral trading system faces growing pressures from fragmentation, unilateral actions, and strategic competition, urging that the system be "reformed and renewed" to adapt to changing times rather than abandoned or preserved unchanged.
11 June 2026
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