Erdogan meets Putin in Bishkek on SCO summit sidelines

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian President Vladimir Putin held closed-door talks in Bishkek on Tuesday on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and MIT chief Ibrahim Kalin joining the session.

Putin hails Türkiye as 'privileged partner' in foreign policy, economy

Russian President Vladimir Putin told Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan that Türkiye remains a "privileged partner" in foreign policy and economic cooperation, as the two leaders met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek.

Türkiye to deepen SCO cooperation, says Erdogan

President Erdogan tells the SCO Plus meeting in Bishkek that Ankara sees the organization as a "rising star" and will advance ties across energy and transport sectors, emphasizing the bloc's role in a multipolar order and the importance of the Mecca Defense Alliance for regional stability.

Iran downs US MQ-9 drone over central province

Iranian air defense systems shot down an American MQ-9 drone over the central city of Khomein in Markazi province on Tuesday, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported, amid escalating US military operations against targets linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

UK will back Ukraine 'whatever threats we face,' says Burnham

In his first address to parliament as premier, Andy Burnham said on Tuesday that the UK will maintain its support for Ukraine "whatever threats we face" from Russia, confirming he will attend the COP31 climate summit in Türkiye later this year.

Putin: Russia in 'close contact' with Tajikistan over Afghanistan security

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday that Moscow maintains 'close contact' with Tajikistan regarding security concerns over neighboring Afghanistan, as he met with his counterpart Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek to review strategic partnership and deepening economic cooperation.

Netanyahu's son sparks UK row over Falklands claim

Yair Netanyahu drew condemnation from British far-right figures after declaring the Falkland Islands belong to Argentina, prompting demands for the Israeli government to clarify its official position amid renewed tensions over the disputed South Atlantic territory.

Italian premier says bid to split allies over Leipzig plot will fail

Giorgia Meloni pledged Italy's full solidarity with Germany on Tuesday, warning that attempts to intimidate NATO allies or drive wedges between them would face a united response after Berlin accused Moscow of orchestrating an attempted drone attack at Leipzig Airport and unveiled sweeping diplomatic sanctions.

Trump says US launches 'large and powerful' strikes near Hormuz

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that American forces are conducting strikes against Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, warning Tehran that any retaliation would prompt a far heavier US response after what Washington called a justified attack on Iranian positions.

IRGC warns US 'will regret' new attacks on Iran

Iran's Revolutionary Guards issued a stern warning to Washington on Tuesday that the United States "will regret its new attacks" after American forces began striking targets inside the Islamic Republic, vowing that "a harsh punishment awaits the aggressors."

Pezeshkian slams UN 'disappointing' response on Gaza, Lebanon

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told the SCO Plus summit in Bishkek on Tuesday that the United Nations and Security Council have delivered a 'very disappointing' response to Israeli actions in Gaza and Lebanon, accusing Washington and Tel Aviv of violating international law while defending Tehran's recourse to self-defense.

Türkiye's first lady joins SCO spouses at Kyrgyz cultural event

Emine Erdogan participated in a cultural exhibition in Bishkek alongside first ladies from Azerbaijan, China and Uzbekistan on Tuesday, examining traditional Kyrgyz handicrafts and watching performances by local children on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.

Putin calls for UN overhaul to match 'changing realities'

Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan that the United Nations must undergo comprehensive reform to improve its effectiveness and reflect contemporary global realities, urging expanded representation for the Global South in the Security Council while affirming the UN Charter's continued relevance.

Pakistan premier says Mecca defense pact not aimed at any state

Shehbaz Sharif told the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek that the trilateral Mecca Agreement involving Türkiye, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is fundamentally defensive, as Islamabad assumes the rotating chairmanship of the regional bloc.

Islamabad MoU 'only way forward' to end US-Iran conflict: Dar

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that the "sincere implementation" of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding remains the only viable path to ending hostilities between Washington and Tehran, as he held talks with his Iranian counterpart on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Bishkek.

Xi urges SCO to foster 'universal security' at Bishkek summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the Shanghai Cooperation Organization to prioritize stability and foster an environment of universal security as leaders gathered in Bishkek for the bloc's 25th anniversary summit.

Israeli forces raid Daraa countryside in latest Syria incursion

Israeli military forces advanced into Jamlah village in southern Syria's Daraa province on Tuesday, deploying armored vehicles among residential neighborhoods in the latest violation of Syrian sovereignty despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure a security agreement.

NATO scrambles jets after drones breach Latvian, Estonian airspace

NATO fighter jets deployed to intercept unmanned aerial vehicles near the borders of both Baltic states early Tuesday as Latvian authorities urged residents to shelter indoors, close windows and follow safety protocols, while Estonian forces tracked multiple drones approaching from Russian territory.

Guterres demands end to Gaza strikes, West Bank violence

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday demanded an immediate halt to Israeli military operations in Gaza and an end to settler violence in the occupied West Bank, warning that sustainable peace requires a two-state solution and full respect for international humanitarian law.

SCO leaders gather in Bishkek for 25th anniversary summit

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov opened the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek on Tuesday, marking the bloc's silver jubilee with leaders from China, Russia and other member states in attendance.

TRNC president says Turkish vessel joining search after deadly ship disaster

TRNC President Tufan Erhurman announced on Monday that a specialized Turkish vessel will arrive on Tuesday to support deep-water search operations off Girne, confirming that all eight victims from Sunday's deadly capsizing have been identified while authorities have detained nine individuals as investigations into the disaster continue.

Iran's president says Tehran will reciprocate if US honors commitments

Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday that Iran will immediately reciprocate if the United States returns to its commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, accusing Washington of violating the accord less than two weeks after signing it.

EU's Kallas urges transfer of expiring interceptors to Ukraine

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Tuesday urged nations possessing air defense interceptors nearing expiration to transfer them to Ukraine, saying Kyiv lacks the systems needed to shield civilians from intensifying Russian attacks.

Shin Bet chief holds 'sensitive' talks with FBI in Washington: Report

The head of Israel's Shin Bet security agency secretly traveled to Washington for talks with FBI officials on "sensitive issues," Israeli media reported on Monday, with the visit coming days after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's son was evacuated from the United States over an alleged security threat.

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