Fidan meets US envoy Barrack in Ankara for key talks

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held talks in Ankara with US Ambassador and Syria envoy Tom Barrack, signaling continued diplomatic engagement between the two NATO allies. While details were not disclosed, the meeting comes amid ongoing regional developments, including Syria, Middle East tensions, and bilateral cooperation on security and strategic issues.

Third Turkish-owned tanker clears Hormuz amid ongoing Mideast war

A third Turkish-flagged crude carrier has navigated the Strait of Hormuz despite regional hostilities. Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloglu confirmed the Ocean Thunder’s safe passage from Iraq to Malaysia. Ankara is now working to secure transit for eight additional Turkish vessels carrying 156 crew members.

US-Israeli strike kills at least five in residential building in Iran's Qom

At least five people were killed when US and Israeli forces struck a residential building in the Iranian city of Qom early Monday, a local official said. Qom Deputy Governor Morteza Heydari said a missile struck the building in the city center, with search and rescue operations still underway.

Airstrikes hit PMF sites in Iraq amid rising US-Israel tensions

Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces reported that two of its positions were struck in coordinated air raids in the north and northeast of the country. The group said intelligence and military facilities were targeted, with no casualties reported, as regional tensions escalate following ongoing US and Israeli operations linked to Iran.

Kuwait says 6 injured by debris in residential area after Iranian attack

Kuwait’s Health Ministry reported that six people were injured when debris and shrapnel from an “unjust Iranian attack” fell on a northern residential area. Injuries were minor, including temporary hearing effects and fall-related wounds, with all patients in stable condition.

Israel's wars with Iran, Hezbollah cost $15 billion, expected to rise

Israel has incurred around $15 billion in costs since the start of its wars against Iran and Hezbollah, with the figure expected to rise as fighting continues, Calcalist reported Sunday. The Defense Ministry has requested $12.4 billion for military expenditures, while civilian compensation claims have also surged.

Seven injured in Iranian missile barrage targeting central Israel

At least seven people were injured in the latest Iranian missile barrage targeting central Israel, Israeli media reported Monday. Three were physically wounded, including a woman in her 30s in serious condition, while four others were treated for anxiety.

Turkish Cyprus congratulates Anadolu Agency on 106th anniversary

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus has marked Anadolu Agency’s 106th anniversary. Prime Minister Unal Ustel praised the agency’s commitment to impartial reporting, noting its role as a voice for Turkish Cypriots worldwide. Foreign Minister Tahsin Ertugruloglu also commended Anadolu for conveying the Turkish Cypriot cause, recalling its founding by Ataturk in 1920.

Hezbollah claims 23 attacks on Israeli targets, hits warship off Lebanese coast

Hezbollah said it carried out 23 attacks on Israeli targets since early Sunday, including striking an Israeli warship 68 nautical miles off the Lebanese coast with a naval cruise missile. Israeli media reported a house damaged in the Shomrat settlement and sirens sounding dozens of times across northern Israel.

Iran says IRGC intelligence chief killed in US-Israeli attack

Iran has announced that Major General Seyed Majid Khademi, head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Intelligence Organization, was killed in a US-Israeli strike. Khademi had been appointed to the role in June 2025 following the death of his predecessor in an Israeli attack.

Israeli death penalty law for Palestinians faces court challenge

An Israeli opposition lawmaker has appealed to the Supreme Court to block a controversial death penalty law targeting Palestinian prisoners. Critics argue the measure is discriminatory and politically driven, warning it could damage Israel’s global standing while raising serious legal and human rights concerns amid ongoing tensions in the region.

UK unable to counter Iran missile threat, Wallace warns

Former UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace cautioned that Britain currently lacks the capability to intercept long-range Iranian missiles, criticizing officials for understating the risk. His remarks come as tensions escalate between Iran, the US and Israel, raising concerns over Europe’s defense readiness and the growing reach of advanced missile technology.

Israeli minister nods as journalist urges nuclear strike on Iran

An Israeli journalist has publicly called for the use of an atomic bomb against Iran, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir appearing to nod in approval. The shocking exchange aired on an Israeli television channel, sparking international alarm over nuclear threats amid the ongoing US-Israeli war on Tehran.

Russia points to Ukraine over TurkStream sabotage claims

Moscow signaled possible Ukrainian involvement in a suspected sabotage attempt targeting the TurkStream gas pipeline, citing Serbian findings of explosives near the route. Kyiv firmly denied the accusation, calling it a staged operation, as tensions rise over energy security in Europe and the Black Sea region.

Iran rejects ceasefire with US, demands guarantees against renewed war

Iran has rejected a proposed ceasefire with the United States, arguing that any pause in fighting would only allow adversaries to regroup and launch fresh attacks. Tehran insists on “guarantees” preventing a return to hostilities before considering any halt to the conflict.

EU warns Iran escalation blocks ceasefire and peace talks

European Council President Antonio Costa cautioned that intensifying military actions involving Iran will only deepen instability rather than deliver a ceasefire. Stressing diplomacy as the only viable path, he also condemned attacks on civilian infrastructure, including energy facilities, while urging Tehran to halt regional strikes and ensure maritime security in the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz.

US-Israeli strike hits major petrochemical complex in southwest Iran

A joint US-Israeli airstrike targeted Iran’s South Pars petrochemical complex in Asaluyeh, a key energy hub, according to Iranian media. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz claimed the facilities, which account for 85% of Iran’s petrochemical exports, are “no longer operational.”

Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan broker failed Iran-US talks as Trump deadline looms

Foreign ministers of Türkiye, Egypt and Pakistan are working to broker talks between Iran and the US but have so far failed to produce results, American media reported Sunday. Trump has set Tuesday evening as a deadline, warning Iran would lose every power plant and major facility if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.

Iran allows 15 vessels to transit Hormuz Strait after approval

Fifteen ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz in the past day after receiving Tehran’s permission, Iranian media reported. Traffic through the strategic waterway remains 90 percent below levels seen before the US‑Israeli offensive on Iran began in late February. The decline has raised concerns in Türkiye over energy security and regional stability.

Turkish, Syrian foreign ministers meet in Damascus

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his Syrian counterpart Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani in Damascus on Sunday, according to Turkish diplomatic sources. No further details of the talks were immediately provided.

Fidan meets Syrian President al-Sharaa, Ukraine's Zelenskyy in Damascus

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met Sunday with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his visit to Damascus, according to Turkish diplomatic sources. No further details of the meetings were immediately available.

Drone attack targets US base near Baghdad airport

A drone strike hit a US military facility near Baghdad International Airport late Sunday, according to Iraqi factions. The group Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed the attack targeted Victoria base, with videos showing flames at the site. No official comment from US or Iraqi authorities yet. Türkiye, a close neighbor, remains vigilant against regional spillover.

Ukraine, Syria agree to reopen embassies in Kyiv, Damascus 'in near future'

Ukraine and Syria agreed Sunday to reopen embassies in Kyiv and Damascus in the "near future," Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said following talks in Damascus. The announcement came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first visit to Syria, meeting with President Ahmad al-Sharaa.

Trump's cryptic 'Tuesday 8:00 P.M.' post sparks Iran deal speculation

President Donald Trump posted "Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time" on Truth Social without elaboration, fueling speculation about a possible announcement on Iran. The post comes after Trump told Axios a deal with Tehran could be reached by Tuesday, while also warning he could "blow everything up" if Iran fails to move fast enough.