Türkiye's president offers condolences to Libya after fatal Ankara plane crash

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed condolences to Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah following a plane crash near Ankara that killed Libya's army chief and others.

Libya says "all indicators" point to technical failure in Ankara jet crash

Libyan officials have stated that initial evidence from the crash of a private jet near Ankara points to a technical failure, not foul play. The charter aircraft, carrying Libya's top general and four aides, reported an emergency shortly after takeoff before crashing south of the Turkish capital. Search teams have since recovered the wreckage.

Erdogan affirms support for Armenia-Azerbaijan peace in call with Aliyev

In a telephone conversation with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed Ankara's strong support for progress in the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia. The leaders also discussed advancing cooperation across all fields, with a particular emphasis on expanding bilateral trade ties.

Türkiye recovers flight recorders after fatal plane crash near Ankara

Turkish officials have recovered the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder from the wreckage of the Libyan jet that crashed, killing the army chief. A Libyan delegation has arrived in Ankara as the investigation begins.

EU condemns US visa bans on European officials, threatens action

The European Union has issued a strong condemnation of U.S. visa restrictions imposed on five European individuals, including a former EU commissioner, pledging swift measures to defend its regulatory autonomy.

Pentagon flags China military buildup, warns US homeland risk

Washington’s latest Pentagon assessment says China’s fast-paced military modernization now creates direct risks for the US mainland, from nuclear forces to cyber operations. While stressing “deterrence by strength” in the Indo-Pacific, the report underlines that the US does not seek confrontation with Beijing, a claim China dismisses as hypocritical amid nuclear stockpile disputes.

Search continues at Ankara crash site of Libyan army chief's jet

Search and recovery efforts are ongoing near Ankara where a Libyan military jet carrying Army Chief Mohammed al-Haddad crashed. Turkish teams located the wreckage despite adverse weather conditions.

US report details rapid Chinese missile deployment, rejects arms control talks

A draft Pentagon report asserts China has deployed over 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles to new silo fields and is expanding its nuclear arsenal, aiming for over 1,000 warheads by 2030. Beijing dismissed the claims as U.S. propaganda and criticized Washington's own nuclear stockpile

Explosion kills two police officers during arrest attempt in Moscow

A suspect detonated an explosive device during an attempted detention in Moscow, killing two traffic police officers and the individual, according to Russian investigators.

Japan restores Syria ties with $53M pledge, calls it "new chapter"

Japan has pledged $53 million in aid to Syria and officially restored bilateral relations after a 15-year hiatus, during a landmark diplomatic visit to Damascus. Senior official Yohei Onishi expressed Tokyo's support for a peaceful transition and pledged to utilize Japan's expertise in the country's reconstruction efforts.

Germany, Poland ink deal to integrate AI into advanced military satellites

German defense giant Rheinmetall has signed a strategic technology agreement with Polish firm SATIM to enhance Germany's next-generation SPOCK-1 military satellite system with artificial intelligence. The deal aims to provide the German armed forces with all-weather, round-the-clock intelligence and surveillance capabilities, particularly for NATO's eastern flank.

Syrian FM in Moscow touts end of war, sanctions relief as key victories

Visiting Moscow, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani declared the formal end of Syria's 14-year war and the lifting of international sanctions as the country's primary achievements. He outlined a daunting reconstruction agenda and emphasized a deepening strategic partnership with Russia to drive economic recovery.

Libyan army chief killed in military plane crash near Türkiye's Ankara

Libya's Government of National Unity has confirmed the death of Army Chief of Staff Mohammed al-Haddad and four senior military officials in an aircraft crash south of Ankara, Türkiye.

Fresh border clashes mar Cambodia-Thailand military talks

New fighting erupted along the Cambodia-Thailand border as the two nations prepared for critical military negotiations, with both sides reporting civilian casualties and rejecting each other's allegations.

Wreckage of jet carrying Libya's top general found near Ankara

Search teams have located the wreckage of a private business jet that disappeared shortly after takeoff from Ankara, carrying Libyan Chief of General Staff General Mohamed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad and four others. The aircraft, bound for Tripoli, sent an emergency signal before contact was lost over southern Ankara province. The cause of the incident remains unknown.

Erdogan, Lebanon's Aoun discuss security and economy amid Gaza war fallout

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his Lebanese counterpart Joseph Aoun held talks on Tuesday, focusing on bolstering Lebanon's security and enhancing economic ties. Erdoğan also voiced Türkiye's firm opposition to Israel's continued military activities along Lebanon's border and reiterated a key expectation regarding the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Libya's army chief among 5 killed in military plane crash near Türkiye's capital

A senior Libyan military delegation is en route to Ankara after a tragic aircraft crash claimed the lives of Army Chief of Staff Mohammed al-Haddad and four other officials. Libya has declared three days of national mourning, suspending official celebrations as it investigates the incident that occurred near the Turkish capital.

Putin meets Syrian ministers in Moscow, pledges support and reconstruction

Russian President Vladimir Putin met Syria's top foreign and defense ministers, reaffirming Moscow's strategic support for Damascus's sovereignty and discussing enhanced military and economic cooperation.

Turkish Cypriot PM condemns Israel-Greece-Cyprus summit as new threat

The Prime Minister of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) has issued a strong condemnation of a trilateral summit in Jerusalem between Israel, Greece, and the Greek Cypriot administration. Ünal Üstel warned that plans for a joint military force present a dangerous new threat to peace in the Eastern Mediterranean, accusing Israel of exporting its regional instability.

Watchdog blasts Lockheed Martin for F-35 maintenance failures

A Pentagon inspector general report reveals U.S. F-35 jets were mission-capable only about half the time in 2024 due to maintenance issues, yet Lockheed Martin was paid $1.7 billion despite unmet requirements.

Canada condemns Israel's approval of 19 new West Bank settlements

Canada has strongly condemned Israel's recent approval of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, stating the expansion is illegal under international law and undermines peace efforts.

Trump vows Fed chair pick must agree with him on interest rate cuts

President Donald Trump stated he would only appoint a Federal Reserve chairman who shares his view that rates should be lowered during strong markets, directly linking the future appointment to his economic policy.

Libyan leadership mourns army chief lost in Ankara plane crash

The head of Libya's Presidency Council, Mohamed Menfi, has declared the death of Army Chief of Staff Mohammed al-Haddad a "grave loss for the nation." The general and four senior aides were killed when their private jet crashed near Ankara shortly after takeoff on Tuesday.

Zelenskyy pushes for stronger pressure on Russia in call with EU chief

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, emphasizing that increased international pressure on Russia is essential to achieve peace. The call focused on the recent EU agreement for a €90 billion aid package and ongoing diplomatic negotiations to end the conflict.

Iran slams UN Security Council meeting on nuclear program as illegitimate

Iran's UN ambassador has forcefully rejected a Security Council meeting on nuclear non-proliferation, calling it a political abuse of the body's procedures. Amir Saeid Iravani argued the council lacks any legal mandate to discuss Iran's program and accused Western nations of imposing "the law of the jungle" over international law.