Erdogan urges Palestinian state recognition at UN, decries Abbas exclusion

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told the UN General Assembly on Tuesday that Türkiye will speak for Palestinian statehood despite Mahmoud Abbas' continued exclusion from the world body, urging nations yet to recognize Palestine to reconsider their stance amid what he described as catastrophic conditions in Gaza.

Erdogan meets UN chief in New York to discuss Gaza, Cyprus

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a closed-door meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at UN headquarters in New York on Tuesday to discuss regional crises including the Gaza Strip and Cyprus, stressing the need for a two-state solution and sovereign equality for Turkish Cypriots.

Erdogan, British premier discuss defense ties, regional crises at UN

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told British Prime Minister Andy Burnham that Ankara-London cooperation could advance in defense and trade, while stressing that Israel's actions demonstrate it does not seek peace in Gaza and the occupied West Bank amid rising regional tensions.

Zelenskyy says Trump didn't demand unilateral halt to energy strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that Washington did not demand a unilateral halt to strikes on Russian energy infrastructure during their meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, adding that Kyiv would accept an energy ceasefire only if Moscow halts similar strikes against Ukrainian facilities.

Trump says US held 'very good' meeting with Iran in New York

US President Donald Trump confirmed on Tuesday that senior members of his administration held a three-hour meeting with an Iranian delegation in New York, describing the encounter as "very good" and warning that Tehran faces a choice between "obliteration" and "potential greatness" as negotiations continue.

Erdogan, Qatari emir discuss ties, Gaza at UN meeting

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani discussed bilateral cooperation and regional security challenges including the Gaza conflict during a closed-door meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

Erdoğan meets Japanese premier on UN assembly sidelines

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for closed-door consultations in New York City on Tuesday, with the two leaders reviewing bilateral ties and regional security developments on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly high-level week, according to diplomatic sources.

Türkiye's Erdoğan meets UK premier at UN General Assembly

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held his first face-to-face talks with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Tuesday in New York for closed-door discussions, marking their inaugural meeting since the British leader took office in July on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly as world leaders gathered for the high-level segment.

Türkiye's Fidan joins Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia for New York talks

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan took part in the sixth meeting of the quadrilateral foreign ministers' platform alongside his Egyptian, Pakistani and Saudi counterparts in New York, expanding diplomatic efforts on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

Türkiye, US agency sign grant deal on next-generation nuclear tech

Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said the grant agreement with the US Trade and Development Agency will enable comprehensive assessment of small modular reactors and fourth-generation technologies, supporting Ankara's strategic goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2053 and full energy independence.

Türkiye launches COP31 Action Agenda at UN headquarters

Environment Minister Murat Kurum officially launched the COP31 Action Agenda during a high-level event at the UN in New York, outlining a framework built on dialogue, consensus and action to transform climate targets into measurable implementation steps at the upcoming Antalya summit.

Trump says US has sufficient munitions, production rising

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed widespread reports suggesting the United States faces a critical munitions shortage, asserting that Washington maintains sufficient stockpiles and is currently expanding weapons production at unprecedented levels to meet strategic demands.

Russia imposes 10-day curfew along Estonian border section

Russia's Federal Security Service has imposed a 10-day curfew along sections of the border with Estonia, restricting vessel traffic on the Narva River and nighttime movement within five kilometers of the frontier, while Tallinn said it received no advance notification of the measures from Russian authorities.

Iranian FM, UN chief discuss peace efforts at General Assembly

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held telephone talks with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres after arriving in New York for the 81st General Assembly session, state media reported on Tuesday. Araghchi told reporters that Tehran aims to use the United Nations platform to defend the rights and interests of the Iranian people following what he described as a "cowardly war" waged by the US and Israel.

"Trump TV" has been launched

The White House has launched "Trump TV," a 24/7 digital channel streaming President Donald Trump's speeches and administration content. The move follows the revocation of press credentials for several outlets and a suspension of the traditional White House pool feed, raising questions about media access in Washington.

Kremlin welcomes AfD call for Russia dialogue

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday that Moscow welcomes the Alternative for Germany party's advocacy for improved relations with Russia, describing such positions as far more favorable than the confrontational stance adopted by Chancellor Friedrich Merz following the AfD's recent state election victories.

US plans two new military bases in Greenland: Report

Danish broadcaster DR reported on Tuesday that Washington is planning two new military facilities on the Arctic island, with the Narsarsuaq airport in southern Greenland emerging as a likely location amid concerns from local residents over civil rights and settlement status.

Israel orders removal of vegetation, trees from 340 dunams of Palestinian land

The Palestinian Colonization and Wall Resistance Commission said Israeli military orders target 339 dunams of agricultural land across Jenin, Qabatiya and Ramallah, imposing deadlines as short as 12 hours that leave landowners unable to file timely objections ahead of the critical olive harvest season.

Istanbul farms cover 14% of megacity, boosting grain output

Istanbul’s provincial agriculture director Suat Parildar said the megacity’s 183,600 acres of cultivated land account for 14% of its total area and are driving economic growth through strategic grain production, as authorities report significant yield increases and expanded state subsidies for the current season.

Erdogan to advocate for justice at UN General Assembly: Duran

Presidential Communications Director Burhanettin Duran said President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will deliver his 16th address to the United Nations General Assembly this week, vowing that Ankara's leader will serve as the voice of the oppressed and demand a more just world order addressing crises from Gaza to the Global South.

Türkiye debunks fake Foreign Ministry statement on Uganda army chief

Türkiye's Center for Combating Disinformation announced Monday that a fabricated statement attributed to the Foreign Ministry regarding alleged threats by Uganda's military chief is entirely fake, urging citizens to rely solely on official government channels for accurate information.

Trump's Board of Peace outlines Gaza goals before UN

The Trump-chaired Board of Peace on Tuesday reiterated its strategic objectives for the Gaza Strip as world leaders gather in New York for the UN General Assembly, urging international partners to consolidate support for a comprehensive roadmap to end the war and establish lasting security for Palestinians and Israelis.

MUSIAD Expo aims for $5 billion trade volume in Istanbul

The Independent Industrialists and Businessmen's Association said its international fair opening Wednesday in Istanbul will host over 300 companies and 50,000 visitors from 114 countries, aiming to generate $5 billion in trade volume through bilateral business meetings.

Syrian president meets diaspora, US lawmakers in New York

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa held discussions with members of the Syrian diaspora and US congressional representatives during his visit to New York for the UN General Assembly, focusing on reconstruction efforts and the strategic role of expatriates in strengthening Damascus-Washington relations.

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