Turkish president hails historic ties with South Korea

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told his South Korean counterpart that Türkiye and the Republic of Korea are bound by destiny as blood brothers during an official dinner in Seoul, marking his first visit to the Asian nation in eight years and vowing to expand bilateral ties toward new horizons.

Turkish president Erdogan calls for expanded joint defense projects with South Korea

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan called for deepening defense industry collaboration with South Korea during high-level talks in Seoul on Tuesday, highlighting successful joint production of Firtina howitzers and Altay tanks while targeting increased bilateral trade and deeper nuclear energy partnership.

Türkiye, South Korea agree to expand nuclear, defense cooperation

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said Tuesday that Seoul and Ankara agreed to deepen strategic cooperation across nuclear energy, defense industry and advanced technology, hailing Türkiye as a "blood brother" bound by the sacrifices of Turkish troops in the Korean War.

TÜMOSAN advances to the Tractor of the Year 2027 final

The 81.110Evo model has qualified as a finalist in its category at Tractor of the Year 2027, one of the world’s most prestigious tractor awards.

Türkiye positions agriculture as priority in Africa partnership

Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat outlined plans to deepen agricultural ties with Africa under a new five-year strategy targeting food security and sustainable development.

Trump says no to renewed Iran strikes after midterm elections

US President Donald Trump told reporters on Monday he was not considering renewed military strikes against Iran following Tuesday's midterm elections, insisting that diplomatic efforts were progressing despite pressure from allies who had urged immediate action after the polls.

US strikes Hormuz island as Trump says Iran deal 'could happen'

The United States launched limited strikes on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, US media reported, hours after President Donald Trump said Tehran was eager for a settlement following eight months of stalemated hostilities that have disrupted global energy markets.

NATO allies fear Trump pressure on alliance after potential midterm defeat

European NATO diplomats fear President Donald Trump could intensify pressure on the military alliance following potential Republican losses in Tuesday's US midterm elections, warning that constrained domestic options may drive more assertive foreign policy moves.

Trump reopens Lincoln Memorial pool, attacks Democrats ahead of midterms

US President Donald Trump on Monday reopened the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool following extensive repairs, using the ceremony to attack Democratic candidates and tout cost-saving measures while warning that Tuesday's midterm elections would determine the nation's future.

Alaska voters unmoved by Democratic decoy controversy

Senate candidate Mary Peltola faces accusations of orchestrating a ballot confusion scheme by recruiting a namesake to siphon votes, but Anchorage residents casting early ballots say the controversy will not alter their choices amid widespread economic concerns and fading faith in political morality.

US launches limited strikes on Qeshm Island in Hormuz Strait

US officials confirmed limited strikes on Qeshm Island as indirect negotiations continue between Washington and Tehran amid American midterm elections.

US seeks more NATO funding for Ukraine weapons program

The United States is preparing to ask NATO allies for additional contributions to close a multibillion-dollar shortfall in a weapons-delivery initiative supporting Ukraine, according to a Bloomberg report published Monday amid continued military assistance to Kyiv and ongoing political tensions.

Türkiye targets 80 EU geographical indication registrations by 2027

Ankara aims to increase EU-registered geographical indications from 46 to 80 by 2027, providing technical assistance for high-export products and expanding green technology patents.

Netanyahu open to broad coalition but insists on leading it

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he is willing to discuss forming a broad coalition but insists on remaining premier, as opposition parties coalesce around former military chief Gadi Eisenkot to lead the next government amid post-election deadlock.

Russia downs nearly 500 drones targeting Moscow: mayor

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said Russian air defenses downed 493 drones overnight, with 187 neutralized near the city. The assault marks one of the largest aerial attacks on the capital in recent months.

Türkiye's trade minister discusses ties with Africa, Asia, Middle East

Trade Minister Ömer Bolat met with officials from at least 11 countries in Istanbul to discuss expanding bilateral trade and investment opportunities, as Türkiye pursues ambitious targets with Gulf and North African partners while seeking new markets for Turkish contractors across the continent.

El-Sayed raises $1.2M after Stevens backs Republican rival

Abdul El-Sayed raised $1.2 million within four hours of Representative Haley Stevens endorsing his Republican opponent Mike Rogers, marking his second-largest single-day fundraising total since securing the Democratic nomination in August, according to reports confirmed by his campaign on Monday.

EU condemns Houthi escalation, urges Iran to end military support

The European Union condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and escalation in Yemen, calling for an end to hostilities and urging Iran to halt military support for the rebel group.

Iran conducts 'shuttle diplomacy' via Qatari, Pakistani mediators

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Monday that Tehran has presented specific conditions for a diplomatic resolution through Qatari and Pakistani mediators, warning that any renewed military action would draw a response far harsher than before while leaving the next step to Washington.

China urges political solution in talks with Iran, Saudi Arabia

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday called for a political solution to the Middle East conflict during separate meetings with senior Iranian and Saudi officials in Beijing, stressing that dialogue and mutual trust remain the only viable path to end the ongoing war.

ICC chief says US sanctions seek to 'obstruct course of justice'

ICC President Tomoko Akane on Monday denounced US sanctions against the institution as an attempt to obstruct justice, warning that such measures strike at the heart of sovereign equality and judicial independence as she presented the court's annual report to the UN General Assembly.

UK defense chief blasts Iran's 'bare-faced cheek' over terrorist labels

UK Defense Secretary Wes Streeting on Monday accused Tehran of 'bare-faced cheek' for labeling Britain's armed forces terrorist organizations, saying the charge did not dignify a response while urging diplomatic de-escalation with the Islamic Republic.

Russia warns of planned new military action against Iran

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said on Monday that Moscow harbors deep concern over reports of planned new military action against Iran, describing the situation as complex and intertwined with other regional crises while urging intensified diplomatic efforts to normalize the standoff.

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