Türkiye warns of wider war, urges diplomacy in Iran conflict

Türkiye has called for an immediate return to diplomacy as US-Israeli strikes on Iran threaten to ignite a broader regional war. Ankara condemned Israeli attacks across multiple fronts and urged the international community, especially the UN, to act against escalating aggression.

Turkish, German top diplomats discuss Mideast peace efforts

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with his German counterpart Johann Wadephul to discuss diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the ongoing war in the Middle East. The talks underline Ankara’s active role in seeking regional de-escalation.

Türkiye denies reports of exclusion from EU Horizon Europe program

Ankara says discussions on the 2028-2034 regulation are ongoing, with proposals concerning only certain components, not overall participation.

Turkish official slams Israeli death penalty law targeting Palestinians

Communications Director Burhanettin Duran describes the Knesset legislation as an extension of “genocide” and urges international action against “blatant lawlessness.”

US, NATO launch weeks-long drills in High North, Baltic region

Around 6,000 US troops and 9,500 allied forces will take part in “Sword 26,” a series of NATO exercises across eight European countries starting this month. The drills will test AI-enabled warfare and multi-domain operations to strengthen deterrence on the alliance’s eastern flank.

France rebuffs US Iran criticism: ‘It is not our operation’

President Emmanuel Macron has rejected US criticism over France’s refusal to join military action against Iran, calling a potential operation to “liberate” the Strait of Hormuz “unrealistic.” Macron stressed that Washington and Israel decided on the campaign alone and cannot expect French help.

Putin, Saudi crown prince discuss Mideast crisis, civilian toll

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a phone call Thursday, expressing deep concern over civilian casualties and infrastructure destruction in the Middle East. Both leaders pledged continued OPEC+ coordination to stabilize volatile energy markets.

Israel’s French arms ban seen as symbolic, says Mediapart

Israel’s decision to halt military equipment purchases from France is largely symbolic, according to investigative outlet Mediapart. Paris delivered only €16.1 million worth of arms to Israel in 2024, while supplying over €1 billion to Iraq and hundreds of millions to Gulf states.

Senate Democrat vows to block Trump’s NATO withdrawal push

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has pledged that the chamber will not approve any US exit from NATO, even as President Trump criticizes European allies for refusing to support the Iran campaign. Schumer thanked Secretary Rubio for previously backing a law requiring Senate approval.

US missile kills 21 civilians in Iran sports hall, Tehran says

Iran has accused Washington of a “despicable war crime” after a US Precision Strike Missile hit a crowded sports facility in Lamerd, killing 21 teenagers and young adults. The attack has drawn sharp condemnation from Ankara amid rising regional tensions.

Iran army chief: ‘No enemy troops should survive’ US ground invasion

Tehran’s top military commander has warned that any American ground invasion will be met with total annihilation. The threat comes as the Pentagon reportedly prepares potential ground operations inside Iran, a development that Türkiye views as a dangerous escalation.

Trump says Iran goals ‘nearing completion’ as strikes intensify

In a national address, US President Donald Trump announced that American military objectives in Iran are almost finished. He warned of “extremely hard” hits over the next two to three weeks and threatened to destroy Iran’s energy infrastructure if no deal is reached.

Iranian missiles strike near Haifa after Trump’s address

Iran launched multiple missile barrages toward northern Israel following US President Trump’s televised remarks. Sirens blared across Israeli towns as Tehran claimed its rockets hit Haifa, escalating a regional confrontation that Türkiye is monitoring closely.

Polish PM warns Europe’s crisis looks like ‘Putin’s dream plan’

Donald Tusk has warned that NATO tensions, an energy crisis, and halted Ukraine aid are aligning with Russian interests. The Polish leader’s remarks come as the US-Israeli war on Iran further destabilizes global markets—a situation Türkiye is monitoring with growing concern.

US-Israeli airstrike targets Kashan Airport in central Iran

Isfahan’s deputy governor confirms the airport was hit along with several other cities in the province, as hostilities between Iran and the US-Israel alliance continue.

Trump claims Iran’s new leadership requested ceasefire from US

Washington would consider the offer only if the Strait of Hormuz is reopened, while Tehran denies the claim and says contacts are limited to message exchanges.

Israeli military says nearly all strategic Iranian targets neutralized

A senior military official claims strikes on military-industrial and nuclear-related sites have severely degraded Tehran’s ballistic missile and nuclear capabilities.

Senior Iranian foreign policy official seriously wounded in US-Israeli strike

Kamal Kharrazi, head of Iran’s Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, was injured in an attack on his Tehran residence that killed his wife, according to local media.

Erdoğan blames Israeli government for ‘unlawful war’ on Iran

The Turkish president says the conflict has turned the region into a battle zone and imposed an economic burden on all humanity, vowing Ankara will continue pursuing peace.

Fidan discusses Iran war, regional efforts with Jordanian, Japanese counterparts

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls Wednesday with his Jordanian and Japanese counterparts to discuss regional developments and ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war, Turkish Foreign Ministry sources said. The talks covered the Palestinian issue and the conflict's global repercussions.

Ankara slams Israeli death penalty law targeting Palestinians as ‘unlawful’

Türkiye’s Foreign Ministry calls on the international community to respond to what it describes as a continuation of Israel’s “apartheid regime” following Knesset approval of the legislation.

Iran lists four demands for US and Israel to achieve lasting peace

Iran's Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali outlined four demands for the US and Israel to achieve long-term peace in the Middle East: cessation of aggression, credible guarantees against recurrence, full compensation for damages, and respect for Iran's jurisdiction in the Strait of Hormuz.

US military losses in Iran war near $5bn in first month

At least 25 aircraft and 12 radar systems destroyed or damaged in the opening month of “Operation Epic Fury,” according to compiled estimates.

Israel's death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners sparks global outcry

Israel's Knesset approved a law allowing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks against Israelis, with 62 votes in favor—including two Druze Arab lawmakers whose support proved decisive. Palestinian factions condemned the law as "fascist and vengeant," while Türkiye denounced it as part of an "apartheid regime" and the EU called for suspending the EU-Israel association agreement.

NATO not designed for Strait of Hormuz operations, says France

Deputy Defense Minister Alice Rufo rejects US-led coalition initiative, stressing alliance unity and urging focus on collective defense of Euro-Atlantic territory.