Turkish president meets Egyptian foreign minister in Ankara talks

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan hosted Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty at AK Party headquarters for a closed-door meeting. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and chief foreign policy advisor Akif Çağatay Kılıç also participated in the diplomatic discussions.

Hamas shows willingness for permanent ceasefire, says Turkish FM

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has stated that Hamas demonstrates readiness to take constructive steps toward establishing a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, while urging Israel to show equivalent commitment. During discussions with his Egyptian counterpart, Fidan emphasized that Gaza constitutes an integral part of Palestine that must remain so.

Turkish and Georgian leaders discuss military plane crash investigation

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili have discussed the ongoing investigation into Tuesday's Turkish military aircraft crash in Georgia. During their phone conversation, Erdoğan thanked Georgia for its cooperation while Kavelashvili offered condolences for the lost Turkish personnel.

Trump signs bill ending record 43-day US government shutdown

President Donald Trump has signed legislation ending the longest government shutdown in US history after 43 days, restoring federal funding through January 30. The president blamed "extremist" Democrats for the protracted closure while announcing his intention to pursue healthcare system reforms.

Turkish foreign minister meets Ukrainian security official in Istanbul

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held discussions with Rustem Umerov, Secretary of Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council, during his visit to Istanbul. The meeting focused on diplomatic efforts, including potential prisoner-of-war exchanges between Ukraine and Russia.

White House rejects Epstein email allegations about Trump as smear attempt

The White House has dismissed newly released emails from Jeffrey Epstein's estate that reference Donald Trump, calling them a Democratic smear campaign. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said the correspondence creates a "fake narrative" and emphasized Trump had previously expelled Epstein from his properties.

Türkiye reaffirms support for Ahiska Turks' return to homeland

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has pledged Türkiye's continued support for Ahiska Turks seeking to return to their ancestral homeland and regain citizenship, marking the 81st anniversary of their Soviet-era deportation. The president emphasized ongoing diplomatic efforts and humanitarian assistance for the displaced community.

South Sudan president dismisses vice president in major government reshuffle

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has dismissed Vice President Benjamin Bol Mel and removed him from ruling party leadership positions. The sweeping changes also included the central bank governor and revenue authority chief as part of a significant government reorganization.

Türkiye rejects Indian media terror claims as malicious disinformation

Türkiye's Center for Combating Disinformation has dismissed allegations in certain Indian media outlets linking Ankara to terror attacks in India as baseless disinformation. The center reiterated Türkiye's leading role in global counter-terrorism efforts and called the reports an attempt to damage bilateral relations.

Iraqi PM to begin government formation after election victory

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has announced he will commence negotiations to form a new government following his coalition's leading performance in parliamentary elections. The prime minister pledged inclusive governance serving all Iraqis as preliminary results confirm his political bloc's strong showing.

Iraq records 56% voter turnout in parliamentary elections

Iraq's parliamentary elections have concluded with a 56.11% voter turnout, according to the country's electoral commission. More than 12 million citizens participated in selecting representatives for the 329-seat Council of Representatives, with preliminary results expected Wednesday evening.

Zelenskyy demands resignations of Ukrainian ministers in corruption scandal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for the resignation of both his justice and energy ministers amid a $100 million corruption investigation into the country's energy sector. The president announced a comprehensive management overhaul at nuclear energy provider Energoatom while both ministers were sidelined from their positions.

US calls for immediate humanitarian truce in Sudan conflict

The United States has urgently appealed for Sudan's warring factions to implement an immediate humanitarian truce as civilian suffering reaches catastrophic levels. Senior advisor Massad Boulos warned that millions lack basic necessities and urged both sides to cease hostilities without political posturing.

G7 condemns Sudan paramilitary attacks on civilians, demands ceasefire

G7 foreign ministers have condemned ethnically motivated attacks by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces against civilians in El-Fasher and North Kordofan. The group called for an immediate ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian access amid what they describe as the world's largest humanitarian crisis.

Egypt says new Syria ‘poses no threat’ to region

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty affirmed that Syria under its current government poses no regional threat during Ankara talks with Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. The ministers also announced plans to increase bilateral trade to $15 billion and coordinated positions on Gaza, Sudan, and Libya, emphasizing political solutions.

19 bodies recovered from Turkish military plane crash site

Recovery teams have retrieved nineteen bodies from the crash site of a Turkish military transport aircraft that went down near the Georgia-Azerbaijan border. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed search operations continue for one remaining victim while investigators examine the recovered flight data recorder.

Türkiye launches probe into military plane crash on Azerbaijan-Georgia border

Turkish authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the crash of a military cargo aircraft near the Azerbaijan-Georgia border. The C-130 transport plane was carrying twenty military personnel when it went down during a flight from Azerbaijan to Türkiye.

Global solidarity after Turkish military plane crash in Georgia

Leaders worldwide express condolences to Türkiye following the crash of a C-130 military aircraft in Georgia that claimed 20 lives. International support pours in from NATO allies and regional partners as investigation begins.

Türkiye to accelerate construction sector's green and digital transformation

Türkiye will intensify its "twin transformation" initiative for the construction industry in 2026, focusing on green technologies and digital innovation to enhance global competitiveness. The presidential program aims to expand renewable resource use, develop low-carbon materials, and implement advanced construction technologies.

Israel’s growing presence in Cyprus sparks warning: “Türkiye won’t stand aside”

An analysis published in Cyprus Mail has warned that Israel's growing military and economic presence in Cyprus risks drawing the island into regional conflicts. The assessment notes Turkish concerns about increased Israeli influence and suggests the island could become an extension of Israel's regional military operations platform.

Russia expresses readiness to resume Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul

Russia has declared its willingness to restart peace negotiations with Ukraine using Istanbul as a diplomatic venue, though Moscow claims Kyiv has not responded to previous proposals. The announcement coincides with a visit by Ukraine's lead negotiator to Türkiye to address prisoner exchange processes.

Lithuania refuses Belarus border talks under Lukashenko's terms

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys has rejected conducting border negotiations according to Belarusian conditions, asserting Vilnius will determine its own diplomatic approach. The statement follows Lithuania's recent border closure over alleged smuggling operations facilitated by Minsk.

US police detain protesters at Yoav Gallant event in New Jersey

Law enforcement in Livingston, New Jersey intervened against demonstrators protesting an appearance by former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. Protesters gathered outside a synagogue, displaying banners accusing Gallant of genocide and calling for Palestinian freedom. Police made several detentions after the crowd blocked access to the venue.

Israeli soldiers admit to killing civilians in Gaza documentary

A new British documentary reveals confessions from israeli soldiers describing how they deliberately targeted unarmed palestinian civilians in gaza. Some admitted to firing at men “just hanging laundry,” while others confirmed the use of palestinians as “human shields” inside tunnels.

Israeli forces conduct fourth raid into Syria's Quneitra in two days

Israeli military forces have carried out their fourth incursion into Syria's Quneitra countryside within two days, establishing multiple checkpoints that restrict civilian movement. The operations represent an escalation of cross-border military activities that Syrian authorities characterize as sovereignty violations.