Erdogan: Mecca defense pact signals unity to Islamic world

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the trilateral Mecca Joint Defense Agreement sends a powerful signal of unity to the Islamic world, emphasizing that Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan are joining forces to overcome the mounting security challenges currently facing Muslim nations.

Iranian FM Araghchi to visit Beijing ahead of Xi's US trip

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will hold talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing on Wednesday, marking their second meeting in the Chinese capital since Washington and Tel Aviv launched strikes against Tehran on February 28 and coming just days before President Xi Jinping's scheduled visit to the United States.

Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts for Jeddah, Mecca and Taif

Saudi Arabia's Civil Defense issued emergency alerts on Tuesday warning of a "potential danger" in the western cities of Jeddah, Mecca and Taif, urging residents to seek immediate shelter indoors while authorities declined to specify the nature of the threat amid escalating regional tensions.

Ship struck by projectile in Hormuz Strait: UK maritime body

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center said a merchant vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz late Monday, prompting maritime authorities to urge extreme caution among commercial shipping traffic transiting the strategically vital waterway amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States.

EU extends Russia sanctions talks over Usmanov delisting dispute

EU ambassadors agreed on Monday to extend the bloc's Russia sanctions list for one week after failing to reach consensus on delisting Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov, as France and Slovakia backed the delisting while 25 other member states opposed the move ahead of a Sept. 22 meeting.

128 missing after ferry sinks in Indonesia's Java Sea

Indonesian authorities said 128 people remain missing after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry sank in the Java Sea off South Kalimantan on Sunday, while 109 survivors have been rescued and six confirmed dead as search operations continue for the remaining passengers.

US judge blocks Trump visa rule for students, academics, journalists

A federal judge in Massachusetts blocked a Trump administration rule that would have shortened visa validity for international students and foreign journalists, ruling that the policy's national security justification was "exceptionally weak" and likely aimed at exerting government control over academia and the press.

Türkiye's Fidan to visit Azerbaijan for high-level talks

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will travel to Azerbaijan on Sept. 15-16 for high-level meetings with President Ilham Aliyev and senior officials, with talks expected to cover defense cooperation, a $15 billion trade target, and Ankara's support for the Azerbaijan-Armenia peace process.

German far-right AfD hits 30% in poll, leads Merz bloc by 10 points

The Alternative for Germany has surged to 30% support in a nationwide survey for the first time, establishing a double-digit lead over Chancellor Friedrich Merz's conservative bloc as the chancellor faces mounting pressure ahead of key state elections this weekend.

Iran issues passive defense directive for three war scenarios

Maj. Gen. Ali Abdollahi announced a 10-article directive for Iran's 2026 Passive Defense Commemoration, outlining nationwide preparations for full-scale war, ceasefire without peace, and post-conflict scenarios as fighting with the US continues.

US House Democrats to vote 'present' on Trump impeachment

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and senior colleagues said Monday they will vote "present" on a motion to table an impeachment resolution targeting President Donald Trump, arguing that formal proceedings should follow extensive congressional investigation.

Israeli Democrats seek to bar Ben-Gvir's party from election

The Israeli opposition Democrats party has petitioned the Central Elections Committee to disqualify the Jewish Power party led by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from the upcoming general election, accusing it of incitement to racism and undermining democratic institutions.

Iran downs second US drone near Strait of Hormuz in two days

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said Tuesday that its air defenses intercepted and destroyed an MQ-1 drone west of the Strait of Hormuz, marking the second such incident in as many days amid soaring tensions with Washington.

Egypt and Greece launch Medusa-15 exercise in Mediterranean

The Egyptian Armed Forces announced on Tuesday the launch of Medusa-15, a multinational military exercise involving naval, air and special forces units from Cairo and Athens alongside contingents from France, Italy and the Greek Cypriot administration, as the drill aims to enhance interoperability against unconventional threats in the Mediterranean Sea.

Türkiye rejects Greek remarks on Anatolia, urges 'common sense'

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Monday dismissed what it called baseless claims by Greek authorities regarding the period when Greek forces sought to occupy Anatolia, urging Athens to exercise seriousness and common sense while citing acknowledged war crimes and reparations obligations under the Treaty of Lausanne.

Lebanese, Israeli envoys to meet in Washington to break deadlock

Lebanese Ambassador Nada Mouawad and her Israeli counterpart Yechiel Leiter will meet in the US capital on Tuesday to discuss mechanisms for implementing the June framework agreement and breaking the current deadlock in bilateral negotiations, according to a Lebanese official source.

Türkiye's Fidan discusses regional attacks with Qatari, Saudi counterparts

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate telephone conversations Monday with Qatar's prime minister and Saudi Arabia's foreign minister to discuss recent regional attacks and ongoing negotiation processes, Turkish Foreign Ministry sources said, as Ankara continues diplomatic outreach to Gulf capitals.

Trump says Iran wants to reach deal with US 'quickly and badly'

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Iran wants to reach an agreement with Washington "quickly and badly," stating that he alone will determine whether the United States chooses to engage with Tehran amid ongoing military exchanges and stalled diplomatic efforts over the Strait of Hormuz.

Turkish FM: Erdogan's Damascus visit discussed in Syria talks

Hakan Fidan said he held extensive talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and senior officials in Damascus, confirming that preparations for President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's planned visit to the Syrian capital were discussed during the two-day diplomatic mission.

Iraq and France sign defense deals, weapons roadmap in Paris

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi signed six defense and energy agreements with France following talks with President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Monday, securing a roadmap for future weapons purchases and a letter of intent on autonomous air defense technology.

Zelenskyy doubts Russia will honor Trump-brokered energy truce

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that Kyiv is not convinced Moscow will abide by a US-brokered agreement to halt strikes on energy infrastructure, adding that Ukraine is ready to comply only if international partners can verify Russia's genuine commitment to the deal.

Lula vows to shield Brazil oil and minerals from foreign control

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva warned against foreign control of national resources ahead of October's election, invoking Venezuela's oil deals with Washington as a cautionary tale while framing resource sovereignty as the central ballot question.

Syria places 73 tons of uranium under IAEA safeguards

Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani announces that Damascus has placed 73 tons of natural uranium under International Atomic Energy Agency supervision, marking the closure of Syria's 15-year nuclear non-compliance file and the beginning of renewed cooperation with the watchdog.

NATO jets destroy drone entering Lithuanian airspace: President

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda said early Tuesday that NATO fighter jets destroyed a drone after it entered his country's airspace, thanking Alliance personnel for their swift response as tensions mount over Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine.

All Headlines