Türkiye condemns deadly terrorist attack on Pakistan mosque

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Friday condemned a suicide bombing near a mosque in northwestern Pakistan that killed at least 21 people including 16 police officers, praying for Allah's mercy on the victims and extending condolences to Islamabad.

Türkiye and Italy discuss strengthening economic partnership in Rome

Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat met with Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani and business leaders in Rome on Friday to discuss integrated supply chains and joint manufacturing opportunities across strategic sectors including automotive, defense, and energy.

Türkiye's army chief attends NATO Military Committee in Denmark

Gen. Selcuk Bayraktaroglu traveled to Copenhagen to participate in the NATO Military Committee's session, meeting with Türkiye's Ambassador Burak Ozugergin to discuss defense cooperation while attending the alliance's highest military authority gathering, according to the General Staff.

Trump announces 'Infinite Life' deal for Greenland security control

US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that Washington has secured permanent control over Greenland's security at no cost under an "Infinite Life" agreement with Denmark, vowing immediate development of a large military presence on the strategic island while pledging that no US adversary will gain foothold without American approval.

Syria arrests five Assad-era officers over civilian airstrikes

Syrian security officials announced on Friday the detention of five high-ranking air force officers who served under the deposed Bashar al-Assad regime, stating the commanders were involved in planning and executing deadly airstrikes on residential neighborhoods during the country's civil war.

Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House

US President Donald Trump announced Friday he is immediately barring CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House, accusing the outlets of publishing false information about his administration and warning that other media organizations would face similar restrictions.

Death and destruction continue daily in Gaza: Red Cross

International Committee of the Red Cross spokesperson Pat Griffiths told Anadolu that death and destruction continue to affect Palestinians in Gaza daily despite reduced hostilities since the ceasefire, warning that urgent humanitarian needs remain unmet as access restrictions block essential aid.

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill honoring Graham

US President Donald Trump on Friday signed into law comprehensive sanctions legislation targeting Russian officials, oligarchs and financial institutions, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcoming the move as "critically important" to maintaining pressure on Moscow to end the war.

Alibaba open-sources AI model detecting cancer, 150 conditions

Chinese tech giant Alibaba has released an open-source artificial intelligence model capable of identifying nearly 150 abdominal conditions including cancers from computed tomography scans, aiming to assist radiologists in detecting diseases across 18 organs while significantly reducing diagnostic errors and examination times.

Trump says Iran wants deal as US weighs further strikes

US President Donald Trump told NewsNation that Tehran is actively seeking to reach an agreement with Washington as he weighs whether to authorize additional military strikes against the Islamic Republic, noting that the bilateral war has now entered its seventh month and he is nearing a decision on further action.

Erdogan opens Istanbul Airport's fourth runway, touting global connectivity gains

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Friday that the fourth runway and additional infrastructure investments will significantly strengthen Istanbul Airport's global connectivity, noting that air passenger traffic across Türkiye surpassed 167.5 million in the first eight months of 2026 — nearly double the country's population.

Türkiye detains 175 in Israel-linked fraud network raids

Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said Türkiye launched simultaneous operations against an Israel-linked international fraud network, detaining 175 suspects in raids at 286 addresses across Istanbul and Mugla targeting call centers accused of defrauding foreign nationals through fake cryptocurrency and forex schemes.

Türkiye approves defense industry cooperation pact with Brazil

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has formally approved a defense industry cooperation agreement with Brazil, according to an official decision published in the Official Gazette on Friday, enabling joint development projects and reciprocal procurement initiatives between the two countries.

Eisenkot leads Netanyahu 48-40% in Israeli premier preference poll

A survey published Friday by the Israeli daily Maariv showed that 48% of Israelis would prefer Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot as prime minister over incumbent Benjamin Netanyahu, who received 40% support if elections were held now, while the opposition bloc was projected to secure 54 Knesset seats against 50 for the governing coalition.

Thailand targets strategic partnership with Türkiye by 2028

Thailand's newly appointed ambassador to Ankara, Chaturont Chaiyakam, said Bangkok hopes to elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership level by 2028 as the two nations prepare to mark 70 years of diplomatic relations, identifying defense industry cooperation and expanded trade as key priorities.

US weighs further oil releases from strategic reserve amid price rally

Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Washington could lend additional crude from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve as backwardation in oil markets and tightening supplies increase demand for prompt barrels, with front-month prices trading 25% above six-month delivery rates.

Zelenskyy launches 'Carpathian Eight' regional cooperation initiative

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday launched the "Carpathian Eight" regional cooperation initiative uniting eight Central European nations, calling for enhanced transport networks and energy integration to strengthen military mobility and drive economic growth across the strategic region.

WTO chief warns Hormuz disruptions pose worst trade threat in 80 years

World Trade Organization Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala warns that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz pose the gravest threat to global trade in eight decades, urging member states to modernize institutional frameworks to shield developing economies from escalating agricultural costs.

Italian F-2000 hit at Saudi air base, no casualties reported

Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto announced on Friday that an F-2000 aircraft was struck during attacks on Ta'if air base in Saudi Arabia, noting that no military personnel were injured while confirming that security protocols remain in place amid escalating regional tensions and renewed fighting in Yemen.

Israeli forces enter southern Syria with nine military vehicles

Local media reported that nine Israeli military vehicles entered the Wadi al-Raqad area in southern Daraa province on Friday, marking the latest cross-border incursion as Damascus demands Tel Aviv's withdrawal from positions occupied following the December regime collapse.

Russians vote in first parliamentary election since Ukraine war

Russia is holding its first parliamentary election since the war in Ukraine began in February 2022. Voting for the 450-seat State Duma runs from September 18 to 20, both at physical polling stations and online. The race is widely seen as a confidence vote on President Vladimir Putin's war policies.

US senators press Rubio on State Department role in Europe troop review

A group of Senate Democrats led by Jeanne Shaheen urged Marco Rubio on Thursday to ensure the State Department is fully involved in the Pentagon-led review of US military posture in Europe, warning that diplomatic interests must be considered alongside military concerns.

French far-right leader Zemmour announces 2027 presidential bid

Eric Zemmour said Thursday he will stand in France's 2027 presidential election, vowing to "save France from the great replacement" while proposing humanoid robots replace migrant care workers and demanding deportation of foreigners unemployed for over a year regardless of their length of residence in the country.

Unidentified drones spark anti-aircraft fire over Yemen's Sanaa

Unidentified drones flew over Yemen's capital Sanaa on Friday, prompting Houthi forces to fire anti-aircraft weapons and activate air defense systems, with explosions heard across several neighborhoods sparking panic among residents who remain uncertain about the origin of the aircraft, according to local sources and media reports.

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