Türkiye and Azerbaijan sign media cooperation pact at STRATCOM summit

Türkiye’s Communications Directorate and Azerbaijan’s Media Development Agency have signed a memorandum of understanding in Istanbul to strengthen bilateral cooperation in digital media, strategic communication, and crisis management. The agreement establishes a joint media platform to combat disinformation.

Fidan warns against ‘lasting hostilities’ as regional war risks expanding

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has stressed the urgency of preventing prolonged conflict amid the Middle East war, warning that the “unlawful” US-Israeli offensive against Iran faces growing danger of regional expansion. He identified Israel as the primary obstacle to peace.

Trump reportedly considering withdrawal of US troops from Germany

US President Donald Trump is weighing the withdrawal of American forces from Germany as he pressures NATO allies to increase defense spending, according to a report. Sources indicated frustration with European allies, suggesting that countries not contributing 5 percent of GDP should not have voting rights on NATO expenditures.

Russia demands condemnation of US-Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites

Russia has called for strong international condemnation of recent US-Israeli strikes targeting key nuclear-related facilities in Iran, warning that the attacks undermine the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and IAEA verification mechanisms. Moscow urged the nuclear watchdog to speak more clearly on the risks.

UAE reports six injured, three fires after Iranian missile interception

Six people were injured and three fires broke out in Abu Dhabi after debris from an intercepted Iranian ballistic missile fell near the Khalifa Economic Zones. Authorities said all fires have been brought under control, with injuries ranging from minor to moderate.

Iranian missile strikes injure 12 Israelis west of Jerusalem

Twelve Israelis were wounded in the city of Beit Shemesh, located approximately 30 kilometers west of Jerusalem, after Iranian missiles struck the area. Ten homes and dozens of vehicles were damaged in what Israeli media reported as the third and fourth barrages launched from Iran since dawn.

Iranian president urges regional nations not to host ‘enemies’ war’

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on regional countries to prevent their territories from being used by “enemies” to wage war, warning that Tehran does not launch preemptive attacks but will retaliate forcefully if its infrastructure or economic centers are targeted.

Kuwait International Airport hit by multiple drone strikes, radar damaged

Kuwait International Airport’s radar system sustained major damage in multiple drone attacks early Saturday, according to the country’s civil aviation authority. No casualties were reported, but the strikes mark a significant escalation targeting critical infrastructure in the Gulf region.

Explosions rock Haifa after drone incursion from Lebanon

Powerful explosions were heard in Israel’s Haifa Bay area following a drone infiltration from Lebanon, according to Israeli media. Two of three drones that crossed into Israeli airspace were intercepted, with no casualties or material damage reported so far.

Yemen’s Houthis launch first missile attack on Israel since Iran war began

Yemen’s Houthi group has carried out its first missile attack targeting southern Israel since the US-Israeli war on Iran began. The group said the operation was in response to escalating military actions and vowed to continue until its declared objectives are achieved.

Trump declares Iran ‘not the bully any longer’ as US campaign continues

US President Donald Trump has declared that Iran is no longer the “bully of the Middle East,” crediting a US military operation with weakening Tehran’s influence. Speaking at a Saudi business conference in Florida, he claimed the region is moving toward freedom from Iranian “terror aggression and nuclear blackmail.”

Iraq and US agree to keep Baghdad out of regional war

Iraq and the United States have committed to preventing the country from being drawn into the ongoing regional military conflict. The two nations agreed to form a joint committee under their strategic partnership, vowing to ensure Iraqi territory is not used as a launchpad for attacks.

Trump suggests Cuba ‘next’ target after Iran war

US President Donald Trump has indicated that Cuba could be the next target of American military action following operations in Venezuela and Iran. Speaking at a Saudi business conference in Florida, he described the US military as a force he built but said sometimes it must be used.

Iran grants UN request for humanitarian safe passage through Strait of Hormuz

Tehran has agreed to a United Nations request allowing safe transit for humanitarian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian media. The decision comes amid ongoing regional hostilities that have seen Iran effectively close the strategic waterway to most commercial shipping.

Iranian retaliation kills one near Tel Aviv, injures four, Israeli officials say

One person was killed and four others injured in areas around Tel Aviv after Iran launched retaliatory strikes targeting central and southern Israel. Missile fragments and shrapnel hit multiple locations, with Israeli air defense systems intercepting successive waves of attacks early Saturday.

Erdoğan: Post-WWII international system faces 'deep legitimacy crisis'

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared Friday that the post-World War II international system faces a "deep legitimacy crisis across nearly all domains," calling for renewed efforts to end tragedies and restore peace. Speaking at the Stratcom Summit in Istanbul, Erdoğan said Türkiye will maintain its principled, peace-centric stance focused on humanitarian values and justice.

Stratcom Summit 2026 opens in Istanbul with focus on global disruption

Turkish leaders opened the International Strategic Communication Summit in Istanbul, gathering officials from 38 countries to address information warfare, regional conflicts, and the breakdown of the post-World War II order. Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz warned that modern threats now arrive through manipulation rather than bullets.

Israeli injuries from Iran war reach 5,492, with 116 still hospitalized

Israel's Health Ministry reported Friday that 5,492 injured people have been evacuated to hospitals since the war with Iran began on Feb. 28, with 116 still hospitalized including one in critical condition and 16 in severe condition. The ministry said 24 patients are in moderate condition and 74 have minor injuries.

Israel bars Muslims from Al-Aqsa for fourth Friday under war measures

Israeli authorities have again prevented Muslim worshippers from entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque for Friday prayers, marking the fourth consecutive week of closure. Police deployed across Jerusalem’s Old City, citing emergency measures linked to the ongoing war with Iran.

Turkish Technic secures landmark component deal with Uzbekistan’s Centrum Air

Turkish Technic, the maintenance arm of Turkish Airlines, has signed a long-term component support agreement with Centrum Air, Uzbekistan’s largest private carrier. The deal marks the first partnership between Turkish Technic and an Uzbekistan-based airline, covering Centrum Air’s Airbus A320 fleet.

US considers sending 10,000 more troops to Middle East

The Pentagon is weighing a deployment of up to 10,000 additional ground forces to the Middle East, including infantry units and armored vehicles, according to US officials. The move would expand military options for President Donald Trump as he contemplates potential peace talks with Tehran.

Iran: 237 women, over 200 children killed in US-Israeli strikes

Iran’s Emergency Organization has released devastating casualty figures from 25 days of US-Israeli attacks, reporting 237 women and more than 200 minors killed. Thousands more have been injured, while emergency infrastructure including ambulances and medical centers has sustained significant damage.

Bahrain intercepts 516 Iranian missiles, drones since Feb. 28

Bahrain’s military announced it has intercepted and destroyed 154 missiles and 362 drones launched from Iran since the outbreak of hostilities. The Gulf kingdom’s air defense systems continue to confront what authorities describe as ongoing attacks targeting the country’s territory.

Israel solidifies Gaza ‘yellow line’ with permanent military positions

The Israeli army is transforming Gaza’s “yellow line” into a permanent fixture, establishing 32 military positions and constructing a 17-kilometer ground barrier along the demarcation. Initially conceived as a temporary buffer ahead of a broader withdrawal, the line has become a central axis of Israeli deployment, with over 200 Palestinians reportedly killed nearby in recent months.