Türkiye slams Israeli PM office for 'insolent rants' targeting Erdogan

Türkiye's Communications Directorate on Friday strongly rejected remarks by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, describing them as 'insolent rants' devoid of historical facts and political seriousness while warning that escalating tensions for domestic gain poses serious risks to regional stability.

Türkiye seeks Interpol red notice for Netanyahu over flotilla attack

Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said Türkiye has requested Interpol to issue a red notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as prosecutors in Istanbul pursue charges over an attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Eight nations led by Türkiye condemn Israel's E1 settlement plan

Foreign ministers from eight nations including Türkiye on Friday condemned Israel's continued settlement policies in occupied Palestinian territories, warning that the controversial E1 plan east of East Jerusalem constitutes a "dangerous escalation" that threatens regional peace and undermines prospects for a viable Palestinian state.

Türkiye and 11 allies condemn Israeli attack on Syria airbase

Foreign ministers from Türkiye and 11 other countries issued a statement condemning Israeli airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur military base as an "extreme escalation," warning that continued violations of Syrian sovereignty risk further destabilizing the region and undermining international law.

Iraq premier aims to expand oil exports via Türkiye, Syria, Jordan

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi said his government is working to expand oil exports through Türkiye's Ceyhan port and develop alternative routes via Syria and Jordan, citing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz as a major challenge to economic stability and aiming to boost output capacity significantly.

STM readies underwater drone, fast attack craft prototype

STM General Manager Ozgur Guleryuz told Anadolu that the company will launch the first fast attack craft prototype by year-end or early next year, while the Neta autonomous underwater vehicle has entered mass production for mine-hunting missions.

Colombia thanks Türkiye for earthquake aid shipment

Colombia's Foreign Ministry on Friday confirmed the arrival of humanitarian supplies from Türkiye including more than one metric ton of food and hundreds of blankets, thanking Ankara for its support of communities affected by the recent earthquake.

Aliyev: Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan 'natural partners' on East-West routes

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said his country and Uzbekistan are natural partners along strategic East-West transport routes, highlighting the integration of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway with the Middle Corridor as a means to create new economic opportunities for Central Asia and the South Caucasus.

Hamas: Israeli measures won't alter Al-Aqsa Mosque identity

The Palestinian resistance group Hamas condemned new Israeli measures allowing Jewish prayer books and organized prayers at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque, warning that attempts to "Judaize" the holy site would fail as Palestinians marked the 57th anniversary of the 1969 arson attack.

Meloni rejects 'submissive Italy,' demands seat at table

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni declared she seeks "the biggest revolution" for her nation — a revolution of pride — telling The New York Times that Rome must claim its place among global decision-makers rather than remaining the "spare wheel to France and Germany."

UK, Australia, Canada slam Israel closure of WCK strike probe

The foreign ministries of the UK, Australia and Canada on Friday condemned Israel’s decision to close the criminal investigation into the 2024 killing of seven World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza, demanding that Tel Aviv comply with international humanitarian law and ensure accountability for the strike.

Sudan's al-Burhan warns sanctions may come 'in coming days'

Sudan's Sovereignty Council chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan said Friday he does not rule out sanctions being imposed on the country in the coming days, as the army chief vowed to continue fighting the Rapid Support Forces until the rebellion is eliminated throughout the country.

Erdogan announces plan to train 550 doctoral students in strategic tech

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Thursday that Türkiye will select 550 doctoral students through a centralized examination for training at 20 research universities in strategic fields including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and chip technologies, aiming to bring 3,000 young researchers into the national science ecosystem within five years.

Syrian FM calls Türkiye 'key partner' in reconstruction

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani described Türkiye as a “key partner” in Syria’s reconstruction during his official visit to Pakistan, stating that Damascus had not yet decided whether to join the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement while urging Tehran to acknowledge its actions against the Syrian people.

D-8 Secretary-General deepens Türkiye ties during Ankara visit

D-8 Secretary-General Ambassador Sohail Mahmood held a two-day working visit to Ankara, meeting senior Turkish officials, academics and lawmakers to strengthen institutional cooperation. He praised Türkiye's founding role as host of the D-8 Secretariat and its support under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, discussing expanded ties in research, innovation, entrepreneurship and parliamentary engagement across the eight-member developing bloc.

China urges talks over US Treasury 'toughest sanctions' on Iran

China on Friday urged Washington to resolve its dispute with Iran through negotiations and dialogue, opposing the US Treasury secretary's announcement of what he called the "toughest sanctions in history" against Tehran while warning that military actions and pressuring tactics only escalate tensions in the current situation.

Turkish firm unveils unmanned amphibious assault vehicle at TEKNOFEST

Turkish defense manufacturer FNSS has unveiled its I-ZAHA unmanned amphibious assault vehicle at TEKNOFEST Blue Homeland. The modular platform, built on the manned ZAHA system, can operate autonomously or via swarm tactics, minimizing personnel casualties in high-risk missions while offering significant export potential.

Türkiye’s indigenous ‘National Submarine’ project to be enhanced by AI

Türkiye's first domestically developed submarine, MILDEN, will be equipped with advanced artificial intelligence through Havelsan's Advent Muren combat management system. The AI-powered platform will integrate national weapons and sensors, while Havelsan aims to become the chief combat system integrator for the landmark MILGEM project.

UN rapporteur says Israeli occupation itself 'must end'

UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese said on Friday that Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories itself "must end," not merely the controversial E1 settlement plan, citing the International Court of Justice's 2024 advisory opinion and urging states to sever trade ties with Tel Aviv.

Hundreds of Ukrainian troops desert training in Germany: report

Hundreds of Ukrainian soldiers have deserted from military training programs across Germany since the war began in February 2022, German media reported Friday, noting that the men face up to 12 years imprisonment back home while Kyiv increasingly relies on forced conscription to maintain frontline numbers.

Stranded Hormuz ships risk global biological invasions, study warns

Over 1,500 vessels stuck in the Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran tensions could become "super-spreaders" of invasive marine species, according to a new study. Prolonged stationary periods during peak reproductive seasons have allowed extensive biofouling to develop, threatening ecosystems and economies worldwide when ships resume voyages.

Iran's Pezeshkian: End war while Tehran holds 'power, dignity'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended the recent agreement with Washington as a "major achievement" approved by the Supreme National Security Council, insisting that Tehran had surrendered nothing while arguing that ending the conflict now would preserve the nation's position of strength and dignity.

Israeli strike on Syria sparks domestic fury against Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting criticism at home following an August 18 airstrike on Syria's Abu Zuhur airbase near Türkiye's border. Opposition leaders Yair Golan and Ehud Barak condemned the operation as reckless, while former defence minister Moshe Yaalon called for Netanyahu's removal, warning the premier is driving Israel toward ruin.

US public debt surges past $40T amid quarter-century of crises, wars

America's total public debt has surpassed $40 trillion, accelerating from $30 trillion in just four-and-a-half years. Decades of war spending, financial bailouts, pandemic stimulus, and tax cuts have driven the historic surge, with interest payments alone now reaching $1 trillion annually amid mounting fiscal pressures.

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