Erdoğan meets Uzbek president Mirziyoyev in Turkistan

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a closed-door meeting with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Turkistan, Kazakhstan, on the sidelines of the Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan also attended. No further details were disclosed.

Türkiye's President Erdogan arrives in Turkistan for Turkic States summit

Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in the Kazakh city of Turkistan on Friday to attend the Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States, where he will join Azerbaijani, Uzbek, Kyrgyz and Turkish Cypriot leaders for high-level consultations on regional cooperation.

Putin expected in China after Trump’s high-profile Beijing trip

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly preparing for a visit to China next week shortly after US President Donald Trump concluded talks in Beijing. The planned meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping would further highlight China’s growing diplomatic engagement with major global powers amid ongoing geopolitical competition between Washington and Moscow.

COP31 should fully recognize water-climate connection, experts say

Experts say COP31, to be held in Antalya, Türkiye, in November, should fully recognize the connection between water and climate on its agenda and build public awareness on sharing water during droughts. WMO Deputy Secretary-General Ko Barrett said early warning systems are the most cost-effective investment a country can make.

Türkiye and Kazakhstan sign new defence industry deal

Türkiye and Kazakhstan have signed a defence industry cooperation agreement during President Erdoğan’s visit to Astana. Haluk Gorgun, head of Türkiye’s Defence Industries Secretariat, said the deal will advance strategic relations, deepen institutional engagement, and develop joint capabilities.

Greek Cypriot leader attacks Türkiye, urges EU to ‘take action’

Greek Cypriot leader Nikos Christodoulides accused Türkiye of committing “one of the biggest crimes of the post-war European era” in a speech to the Greek parliament, urging the EU and international organizations to “take action” over Cyprus.

Xi says Trump visit to enhance 'mutual understanding and trust'

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Donald Trump's visit to Beijing will enhance mutual understanding and trust, describing the three-day trip as historic while noting both sides agreed to strengthen economic ties and coordinate on regional issues amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.

Ukraine sees no Russian nuclear strike preparations

A senior Ukrainian official has stated that while Russia has the capability to launch a nuclear strike “at any moment,” Kyiv has detected no indicators of active preparation for such an attack. The issue, he said, depends on Moscow’s political will.

Louisiana LNG project boosts US energy export ambitions

A $13 billion liquefied natural gas project in Louisiana has secured final investment approval and financing, paving the way for expanded US LNG exports. The Commonwealth LNG facility, backed by international energy firms including Mubadala Energy, is expected to begin operations in 2030 with an annual production capacity of 9.5 million tons.

Australia quarantines 6 cruise passengers over hantavirus risk

Six people who traveled on a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak have been placed in quarantine in Australia after arriving on a repatriation flight from the Netherlands. They tested negative before departure and remain in good health but will undergo a three-week quarantine.

Far-right Israelis rally near Al-Aqsa, police block worshippers

Israeli far-right activists held a gathering with music and dancing near the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Friday, as police closed two gates and barred young Palestinian worshippers from entering Islam’s third holiest site. Witnesses reported restrictions and celebrations marking the anniversary of East Jerusalem’s occupation.

Palestine calls on international community to recognize Nakba as 'crime of ethnic cleansing'

Palestine has called on the international community to recognize the 1948 Nakba as a "crime of ethnic cleansing" committed by Israel against the Palestinian people, stressing that the Nakba "is still ongoing." The Palestinian Foreign Ministry urged classifying the Nakba as a "crime against humanity."

Russia, Ukraine exchange 205 prisoners each, Russia says

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 205 prisoners each on Friday, Russia's Defense Ministry said, adding that the United Arab Emirates provided humanitarian assistance during the return of Russian servicemen from captivity. Ukraine has not yet issued a statement on the exchange.

Macron: France outpaced in Africa by China, Türkiye, US

French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that France has lost ground in Africa to competitors including China, Türkiye and the United States, blaming decades of institutional complacency and calling for a "conceptual revolution" to transform aid-based relations into equal partnerships.

China says 'no point' in continuing Iran war as Xi hosts Trump

A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Friday there is "no point in continuing" the Iran war as President Xi Jinping hosted his US counterpart Donald Trump in Beijing, urging both sides to pursue a political settlement and reopen the Strait of Hormuz to stabilize global supply chains.

Türkiye welcomes new Iraqi government, pledges full support

Türkiye has welcomed the new Iraqi government led by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi after it received a parliamentary vote of confidence. Ankara expressed hope for stability and regional integration, reaffirming its commitment to providing necessary support and deepening cooperation across all sectors.

Suicide blast kills 9 in Pakistan, wounds 35 near Afghan border

A suicide attack on a scouts camp in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province killed a civilian and eight security personnel, wounding 35 others. The explosives-laden vehicle targeted the camp in Bajaur district bordering Afghanistan. No group has claimed responsibility.

Xi and Trump pledge closer China-US coordination on crises

Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump agreed to deepen coordination on global and regional developments during high-level talks in Beijing, according to China’s Foreign Ministry. The meeting produced what Beijing described as new shared understandings aimed at improving bilateral ties, expanding cooperation and reducing tensions between the world’s two largest economies.

Trump signals China-US oil deal with focus on Texas exports

US President Donald Trump said China is prepared to expand purchases of American crude oil as Washington and Beijing continue talks on economic cooperation. Speaking to Fox News, Trump highlighted Texas, Louisiana and Alaska as potential export hubs, describing the planned energy trade as a major step in strengthening commercial ties between the world’s two largest economies.

Ankara NATO summit to mark new era for Turkish-US alliance

Experts in Washington have highlighted Türkiye’s growing strategic weight in NATO, arguing that the July summit in Ankara offers a chance to redefine the alliance for a new geopolitical era. Türkiye and the US are expected to play “leading roles” in the alliance’s transformation.

Türkiye and France eye critical minerals cooperation

France’s strategic minerals envoy has highlighted Türkiye’s industrial capacity and resource potential as both countries explore closer cooperation in critical minerals. Talks focus on technology transfer, investment partnerships, and supply chain diversification to support clean energy and advanced industries.

Erdoğan, Tokayev visit AI center together in Astana

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his Kazakh counterpart Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited the Alem.AI Artificial Intelligence Center in Astana following the Türkiye-Kazakhstan Business Forum. Erdoğan was briefed on the facility’s projects and watched a video presentation on Türkiye.

Türkiye and Kazakhstan ink 13 deals during Erdoğan visit

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev oversaw the signing of 13 agreements spanning investment, energy, defence, education, media, and infrastructure. The deals include a “Declaration of Eternal Friendship” and a joint venture for ANKA drone production.

Kazakh leader hails Turkish firms, seeks deeper ties

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced that 3,800 Turkish companies operate successfully in Kazakhstan, inviting more Turkish investment in strategic projects. He cited $7.6 billion in joint ventures, fivefold growth in Middle Corridor freight, and a new “Golden Visa” program.

Erdoğan: Israel tramples human values, global order needs reform

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has accused Israel of “trampling on humanity’s shared values” through crimes against humanity, writing in a Kazakh news agency that the Gaza catastrophe exposes the failures of the current international system. He urged reform of global governance mechanisms.