Türkiye's Fidan meets Syrian President al-Sharaa in Damascus

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan was received by Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus on Sunday for high-level talks on normalizing bilateral ties, as Ankara deepens diplomatic engagement with Syria's new administration following the collapse of the Assad regime in December.

Türkiye: Armed group integration key to Syria sovereignty

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said in Damascus on Sunday that integrating all armed groups into Syria's state structure is essential for the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity, as Ankara and Damascus work to advance bilateral relations and boost economic cooperation.

Syrian FM says ties with Türkiye in 'best period'

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani said Sunday that strategic partnership with Türkiye is advancing rapidly, describing bilateral relations as being in their best period as Damascus works to establish a single national army and boost trade volume to $10 billion.

Türkiye's Fidan meets Syrian foreign, interior ministers in Damascus

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a trilateral meeting with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Interior Minister Anas Khattab in Damascus on Sunday, consolidating diplomatic efforts following his earlier audience with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, according to a statement from Ankara.

Netanyahu's Likud seeks to bar Arab parties from October Knesset vote

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party said Sunday it will seek to disqualify the Joint List and United Arab List from the Oct. 27 Knesset election, accusing the Arab-majority factions of supporting "terrorism" as the ruling party trails former army chief Gadi Eisenkot in recent polls.

Carney eyes 'unique alliance' with EU, rules out membership

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his government is preparing to open discussions with the European Union on a new partnership model based on shared values and complementary economic strengths, while making clear that Ottawa has no intention of seeking membership in the 27-member bloc.

Israeli minister threatens to 'eliminate' anyone approaching Lebanon heights

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Sunday that forces will "eliminate" anyone approaching the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, vowing to maintain control over a self-declared "security zone" and refusing to withdraw until Hezbollah is disarmed across the country.

Iran, UAE vow to 'move beyond the past' and expand ties

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Sunday that Tehran and Abu Dhabi have agreed to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation, noting that both nations would "move beyond the past and look to the future" as they met on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.

Israel raises naval alert over Houthi gains near Bab el-Mandeb

The Israeli military has stepped up naval readiness amid concerns over Houthi advances near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, following the withdrawal of Yemeni government forces from a strategic island at the waterway's entrance, according to a newspaper report.

Kushner: US used Israel's isolation after Doha strike to secure Gaza deal

Jared Kushner said Washington capitalized on the diplomatic pressure facing Israel after its unsuccessful September airstrike in Doha to push the country toward a Gaza ceasefire and hostage-release agreement that had been under preparation for months.

Trump to discuss 'almost everything' with Xi at White House meeting

US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House on Sept. 24 to discuss trade, Ukraine, Gaza and defense production, defending his administration's tariffs on Chinese vehicles and touting US leadership in artificial intelligence.

Yemen council chief vows to restore state authority nationwide

Rashad al-Alimi said Sunday that temporary battlefield setbacks will not deter the government from restoring state institutions across Yemen, stressing that the course of major national battles is determined by willpower and unity rather than temporary changes on a single front line amid intensifying clashes.

Nearly 600 settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque amid worship restrictions

The Jerusalem Governorate said nearly 600 Israeli settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem on Sunday in morning and afternoon sessions, entering through the Dung Gate under police protection as occupation authorities imposed sweeping restrictions on Palestinian worshippers during the Jewish New Year holiday.

Trump calls Irish unification 'one of the naturals of all time'

US President Donald Trump described the integration of Ireland and Northern Ireland as "one of the naturals of all time" during a visit to Dublin, dismissing British warnings that unification conditions under the Good Friday Agreement have not been satisfied.

Trump tells Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian diesel supplies

US President Donald Trump urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday to halt military strikes against Russian diesel refineries, warning that the operations are creating global fuel shortages and disrupting energy markets at a time of heightened Middle East tensions.

Trump rejects AI slowdown, says 'whoever wins AI wins'

US President Donald Trump on Sunday rejected industry calls to slow artificial intelligence development, insisting that maintaining technological superiority over Beijing remains essential for national security as Washington prepares to host Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a state visit next month.

Turkish president marks Rosh Hashanah with peace message

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Sunday extended greetings to Türkiye's Jewish citizens on the occasion of Rosh Hashanah, expressing hope that the Jewish New Year would bring peace and well-being to the region and the entire world, according to a statement from the presidency.

Turkish FM arrives in Damascus for talks

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan arrived in Damascus on Sunday for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, with the Turkish envoy scheduled to hold talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Interior Minister Enes Hattab following his welcome at the airport by counterpart Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani.

Türkiye, Iran FMs discuss Strait of Hormuz and Saudi attacks

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Saturday discussed the Strait of Hormuz blockade and recent attacks on Saudi Arabia, as both nations coordinate their positions amid the ongoing regional conflict.

Türkiye condemns Iraq-based drone attacks on Saudi Arabia

The Foreign Ministry on Saturday strongly condemned drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory against Saudi Arabia's East-West Oil Pipeline, praising Riyadh's restrained approach to avoid regional escalation and welcoming Baghdad's immediate investigation to identify the perpetrators.

Türkiye criticizes US arms embargo waiver for Greek Cypriots

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Saturday criticized the US decision to extend the arms embargo waiver for the Greek Cypriot Administration until September 2027, warning that the move could further undermine trust on the island at a time of heightened tensions.

Egyptian president urges deeper BRICS cooperation to build economic resilience

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Sunday called for deeper cooperation among BRICS members and partner countries to build more resilient economies amid global challenges, urging expanded investment in artificial intelligence and clean energy while emphasizing the Suez Canal's role in international trade.

Iranian president warns resilience 'unsustainable' without security

Masoud Pezeshkian told the 18th BRICS Plus Summit in New Delhi on Sunday that US and Israeli attacks on Iran demonstrate economic resilience cannot be sustained without security, warning that strikes on economic and energy infrastructure rapidly spill across borders with regional and global repercussions.

TRNC 'deeply regrets' US arms embargo waiver extension for Greek Cyprus

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus on Saturday expressed deep regret over Washington's decision to extend for another year the lifting of its arms embargo on the Greek Cypriot Administration, warning that the move risks undermining delicate regional balances and encouraging further militarization on the island.

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