Türkiye slams Israeli PM office for 'insolent rants' targeting Erdogan

Türkiye's Communications Directorate on Friday strongly rejected remarks by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, describing them as 'insolent rants' devoid of historical facts and political seriousness while warning that escalating tensions for domestic gain poses serious risks to regional stability.

TRNC foreign minister says Turkish army presence vital for Cyprus

Tahsin Ertugruloglu said the Turkish army's presence in Cyprus holds critical importance for regional stability during a meeting with Turkish Land Forces Commander General Metin Tokel, who was visiting the island to inspect the Turkish Cypriot Peacekeeping Forces Command.

Türkiye hosts STRATCOM summits in Tokyo on AI, economic security

Türkiye's Communications Directorate convened the STRATCOM Roundtable and Public Forum in Tokyo on Saturday, gathering policymakers and academics to examine how artificial intelligence and geopolitical competition are reshaping strategic communication and economic security frameworks.

Syria warns Israeli strikes fuel tensions, demands UN action

The Syrian Foreign Ministry on Saturday condemned an Israeli drone strike on a civilian vehicle near Damascus, warning that persistent attacks threaten regional stability and civilian safety while urging the UN Security Council to intervene and halt the violations.

Macron: Russia seeks to 'break Ukraine through terror'

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday that Russia was attempting to "break Ukraine through terror" following a deadly strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, pledging to deliver additional interceptors and accelerate missile production licenses as Paris prepares to host a "coalition of the willing" meeting.

Poland says Gaza catastrophe eroding support in pro-Israel nations

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski warned that the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and lack of accountability for Israeli military conduct were undermining public support even in traditionally pro-Israel nations, as Warsaw summoned the Israeli ambassador over the closure of an inquiry into a Polish aid worker's death.

Iraq says Sept. 30 coalition withdrawal marks 'historic transformation'

Iraqi military spokesman Sabah al-Numan said Saturday that the Sept. 30 withdrawal of international coalition forces will mark a historic transformation for the country, stating that the date culminates years of sacrifice and confirms Baghdad's ability to manage national security independently.

Netanyahu pivots to anti-Türkiye rhetoric as Likud slides in polls

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shifted his election campaign toward anti-Türkiye rhetoric after US pressure forced him to halt military operations against Iran and Lebanon, with polls showing his Likud party hemorrhaging support ahead of October elections.

Iraqi president says oil tankers facilitated through Hormuz

Iraqi President Nizar Amidi said Saturday that vessels carrying Iraqi oil are receiving facilitation through the Strait of Hormuz, warning that developments in the strategic waterway affect global stability while stressing Baghdad's determination to avoid involvement in the ongoing Iran-US war.

US envoy says Israeli intel on Syria air base strike was wrong

US Ambassador to Ankara Tom Barrack said Saturday that Israeli intelligence regarding Turkish military assets at a Syrian air base was incorrect, revealing that Washington's investigation found the claim untrue and suggesting possible miscommunication within Israeli decision-making channels.

German foreign minister in Kyiv for defense, winter talks

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul arrived in Kyiv on Saturday for talks on defense cooperation and winter preparedness, with Berlin set to supply generators and energy equipment while deepening security ties with the war-torn country ahead of its independence day.

Ex-Israeli PM Bennett says Israel has ‘lost US, world’

Naftali Bennett told a security conference in Tel Aviv that Israel has lost the United States and international support, warning that the Netanyahu government is failing on all fronts amid deepening global isolation over the Gaza war.

Trump says Iran not ready for 'right deal' amid economic pressure

US President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran remains unprepared to accept a comprehensive agreement with Washington, insisting that Tehran lacks the economic capacity to sustain its position as tightening sanctions further strain the Islamic Republic's resources.

Canada suspends trade talks with US over tariff terms

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced late Friday that Ottawa has suspended trade negotiations with the United States, citing unfair last-minute changes to proposed terms and vowing to match Washington's threatened 50% tariffs dollar for dollar.

Iranian army shifts to offensive doctrine, targets US troops

Iranian army spokesman Brig. Gen. Mohammad Akraminia said Saturday the military's strategic posture has shifted from defensive to offensive following recent conflicts, outlining a reward system offering billions of tomans for capturing US troops entering Iranian territory.

Israeli artillery pounds southern Lebanese towns overnight

Lebanese state media reported that Israeli forces carried out heavy artillery shelling and explosions targeting several towns in southern Lebanon overnight and early Saturday, extensively damaging residential areas and deploying drones over western and central sectors amid ongoing cross-border tensions.

Eight nations led by Türkiye condemn Israel's E1 settlement plan

Foreign ministers from eight nations including Türkiye on Friday condemned Israel's continued settlement policies in occupied Palestinian territories, warning that the controversial E1 plan east of East Jerusalem constitutes a "dangerous escalation" that threatens regional peace and undermines prospects for a viable Palestinian state.

Türkiye and 11 allies condemn Israeli attack on Syria airbase

Foreign ministers from Türkiye and 11 other countries issued a statement condemning Israeli airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur military base as an "extreme escalation," warning that continued violations of Syrian sovereignty risk further destabilizing the region and undermining international law.

Iraq premier aims to expand oil exports via Türkiye, Syria, Jordan

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi said his government is working to expand oil exports through Türkiye's Ceyhan port and develop alternative routes via Syria and Jordan, citing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz as a major challenge to economic stability and aiming to boost output capacity significantly.

STM readies underwater drone, fast attack craft prototype

STM General Manager Ozgur Guleryuz told Anadolu that the company will launch the first fast attack craft prototype by year-end or early next year, while the Neta autonomous underwater vehicle has entered mass production for mine-hunting missions.

Colombia thanks Türkiye for earthquake aid shipment

Colombia's Foreign Ministry on Friday confirmed the arrival of humanitarian supplies from Türkiye including more than one metric ton of food and hundreds of blankets, thanking Ankara for its support of communities affected by the recent earthquake.

Aliyev: Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan 'natural partners' on East-West routes

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said his country and Uzbekistan are natural partners along strategic East-West transport routes, highlighting the integration of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway with the Middle Corridor as a means to create new economic opportunities for Central Asia and the South Caucasus.

Hamas: Israeli measures won't alter Al-Aqsa Mosque identity

The Palestinian resistance group Hamas condemned new Israeli measures allowing Jewish prayer books and organized prayers at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque, warning that attempts to "Judaize" the holy site would fail as Palestinians marked the 57th anniversary of the 1969 arson attack.

Meloni rejects 'submissive Italy,' demands seat at table

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni declared she seeks "the biggest revolution" for her nation — a revolution of pride — telling The New York Times that Rome must claim its place among global decision-makers rather than remaining the "spare wheel to France and Germany."

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