Erdoğan pledges deeper economic ties with Egypt to foster regional stability

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has committed to strengthening economic and investment links with Egypt, citing a $15 billion bilateral trade target. Speaking at a business forum in Cairo, he highlighted that enhanced Türkiye-Egypt cooperation serves as a pillar for broader regional stability and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.

Egyptian president highlights joint economic vision with Türkiye at Cairo forum

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has announced a joint commitment with Türkiye to significantly expand bilateral trade and investment. Speaking at a business forum in Cairo, he noted current trade stands at $9 billion with a target of $15 billion, positioning Egypt as Türkiye’s leading African trade partner.

Erdoğan hails Azerbaijan-Armenia peace steps as ‘extremely valuable’

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has praised recent moves by Azerbaijan and Armenia toward lasting peace, calling them “extremely valuable.” In a video message, he congratulated the leaders of both countries on receiving a peace award and expressed hope for a new chapter in the Caucasus.

Erdoğan announces joint Türkiye-Egypt efforts for Gaza peace and regional stability

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, speaking at a joint press conference in Cairo, detailed robust cooperation between Türkiye and Egypt on achieving peace in Gaza, supporting Libya's stability, and enhancing bilateral economic ties. He emphasized a shared commitment to regional diplomacy and condemned ongoing Israeli actions in Palestine.

Turkish President Erdoğan arrives in Cairo for high-level talks with Egyptian counterpart Sisi

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan arrived in Cairo on Wednesday for an official visit, where he will co-chair the Türkiye-Egypt High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and attend a bilateral business forum.

Erdoğan offers Türkiye as mediator between US and Iran, rejects military action

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has stated Türkiye is ready to mediate between the United States and Iran to ease tensions and prevent military escalation. He also addressed Gaza, Sudan, Syria, and Türkiye's strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia in a wide-ranging interview.

Saudi media spotlight strategic depth of Türkiye's Erdoğan visit

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s official visit to Riyadh garnered extensive and positive coverage across major Saudi media outlets. Newspapers and television channels emphasized the strategic partnership and growing economic ties between the two regional powers, highlighting new agreements and a shared vision for regional stability.

Türkiye, US hold high-level talks on defense and security cooperation

Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Levent Gümrükçü and US Under Secretary of State Thomas DiNanno met in Washington to discuss bilateral defense cooperation and international security matters. The talks underscore ongoing strategic dialogue between the NATO allies on key regional and global issues.

Israeli strikes kill at least 15 Palestinians in Gaza despite ceasefire, target tents and homes

Israeli attacks in Gaza killed at least 15 Palestinians, including women and children, early Wednesday, striking displacement tents, a house, and civilians in Khan Younis and Gaza City. The attacks occurred despite the ongoing ceasefire agreement.

Reports: US-Iran nuclear talks shifted from Istanbul to Oman

Upcoming diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Iran on nuclear issues have reportedly been moved from Istanbul, Türkiye, to Oman. Iran is said to have requested the venue change and a shift to direct bilateral talks, though the participation of other regional nations remains under discussion.

China parliament meets as probe targets two military chiefs

China’s top legislative body is convening in Beijing as scrutiny intensifies over investigations into two senior generals. The meeting of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee comes after the defense ministry confirmed probes for alleged discipline and legal violations, raising questions about military governance and decision-making at the highest levels under President Xi Jinping.

US court hearing canceled after deal to protect Epstein victims’ privacy

A federal judge in Manhattan canceled a scheduled hearing after the U.S. Justice Department and victims' lawyers reached a last-minute agreement to safeguard the identities of Jeffrey Epstein's survivors. The deal comes in response to a major privacy breach during last week's release of millions of case documents, which exposed victims' personal data.

EU enlargement chief calls for stronger strategic partnership with Türkiye

Ahead of her visit to Ankara, EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos emphasized the need for a revitalized partnership with Türkiye, calling it a win-win proposition. She highlighted economic interdependence, Türkiye's key role in connectivity projects, and announced the return of European Investment Bank financing for renewable energy initiatives.

Xi, Putin hold virtual talks as regional tensions mount grow

China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin held an online meeting as friction between Washington and Tehran continues to unsettle regional balances. The talks underscored Beijing and Moscow’s deepening strategic coordination, highlighting economic ties that have expanded sharply in recent years while global power rivalries intensify across Eurasia and the Middle East.

Elon Musk labels French raid on X offices a 'political attack'

Elon Musk has denounced a search by French authorities at X's Paris offices, calling it a politically motivated action. The investigation, focusing on the platform's algorithms, has been described by X's management as an attempt to pressure US executives through their French entity.

Trump urges nation to 'move on' after latest Epstein document release

President Donald Trump has called for the country to focus on other matters following the release of new Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, claiming they reveal a conspiracy against him. He dismissed the files as a "Democrat problem" while commenting on other high-profile names mentioned, including Elon Musk.

Gaza medical evacuations halted as Israel cancels coordination

A planned medical evacuation from Gaza through the Rafah crossing was suspended after Israeli authorities abruptly canceled coordination, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent. The third group of critically ill patients, set for transfer on Wednesday, now faces uncertain delays amid severe humanitarian conditions.

UK's Starmer and US's Trump discuss Ukraine war and strategic base deal

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump held a phone call addressing the Ukraine conflict and a pending UK-Mauritius agreement on the Chagos Islands. They emphasized continued cooperation to ensure the operation of the Diego Garcia military base, a key strategic asset.

Iran rejects Turkish-mediated summit, opts for US talks in Oman

Diplomatic efforts to address tensions between the United States and Iran have shifted from a regional summit in Istanbul to direct bilateral talks in Oman. Iran reportedly rejected Türkiye's proposed multi-nation format, insisting on a focused dialogue solely on nuclear issues. This move sidelines Türkiye's active diplomatic push to mediate the crisis this week.

Second round of Ukraine peace talks begins in Abu Dhabi

Delegations from Russia, Ukraine, and the United States have reconvened in Abu Dhabi for a second round of trilateral negotiations aimed at finding a settlement to the prolonged conflict. The talks, expected to last two days, follow initial consultations held in the Emirati capital last month.

French authorities raid Elon Musk’s X office in Paris investigation

French police, in a joint operation with Europol, have raided the Paris office of Elon Musk's social media platform X. The probe, initially focused on algorithmic misuse, now includes the company's AI chatbot Grok over concerns about its ability to generate sexual deepfake content.

Indonesia landslide death toll reaches 85 as search efforts continue

The confirmed death toll from a devastating landslide in Indonesia's West Java province has risen to 85, as search and rescue operations extend into their 12th day. Recovery teams continue to work in challenging terrain to locate individuals still missing after the disaster buried numerous homes in late January.

Military operations in Pakistan's Balochistan leave 255 dead

A large-scale security operation in southwestern Pakistan's Balochistan province has resulted in 255 fatalities over several days, a security official stated Wednesday. The casualties include 197 militants, 22 security personnel, and 36 civilians, following coordinated attacks by separatist groups. Communication and transport links remain severely disrupted across the restive region.

President Erdoğan departs for Cairo to bolster Türkiye-Egypt strategic ties

Following high-level talks in Riyadh, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has traveled to Cairo for a key strategic council meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation, with discussions expected to focus on economic partnerships and the ongoing crisis in Palestine.

Israeli strikes breach Gaza truce, killing eight including a child

Israeli forces conducted strikes on civilian areas in the Gaza Strip early Wednesday, violating an active ceasefire agreement. The attacks on displacement tents and homes killed at least eight Palestinians, among them a child, and injured others. The violence persists despite international efforts to move into a reconstruction phase, casting further doubt on the stability of the peace process.