Türkiye, Iran discuss US talks in Fidan-Araghchi call

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi held a phone call on Sunday to review the latest developments in ongoing negotiations between Tehran and Washington, according to diplomatic sources.

Türkiye strongly condemns deadly police station attack in Pakistan

Ankara has condemned “in the strongest terms” a suicide bombing and gun assault on a police station in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province that killed at least 15 officers. Türkiye reaffirmed solidarity with Islamabad in its fight against terrorism.

Belgium sees ‘significant potential’ to deepen ties with Türkiye

Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said bilateral trade with Türkiye exceeded $13 billion in 2025, emphasizing “significant potential” for deeper strategic partnership in energy, defense, technology, and innovation during Queen Mathilde’s economic mission to Ankara.

Emine Erdoğan hosts Belgium’s Queen Mathilde in Istanbul

Turkish First Lady Emine Erdoğan welcomed Belgian Queen Mathilde at Dolmabahçe Palace during the royal’s visit as part of a Belgian economic mission. The two toured traditional arts exhibitions and viewed modern designs inspired by Anatolian heritage.

Iran calls its response to US war proposal ‘generous’

Iran has described its formal response to the latest US proposal for ending the war as “generous and responsible,” stressing that Pakistan remains the official mediator between Tehran and Washington. Iran demanded no concessions but called for an end to war and maritime piracy.

Trump to visit China as global tensions reshape agenda

US President Donald Trump is set to travel to Beijing on May 13-15 for his first China visit in nearly nine years, as Washington and Beijing seek dialogue amid mounting disputes over trade, Taiwan and the Middle East crisis following the Iran conflict.

Israeli soldier killed near Lebanon border

A 47-year-old Israeli master sergeant was killed by an explosive-laden drone launched by Hezbollah near the Lebanese border, despite a ceasefire extension. The death comes just days before US-hosted peace talks between Israel and Lebanon in Washington.

Israel delays bill to scrap Oslo Accords amid coalition pressure

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed a ministerial review of legislation seeking to scrap the Oslo Accords, yielding to pressure from far-right coalition partners who aim to dismantle the framework underpinning Palestinian self-rule in the occupied West Bank.

Iran sends Pakistan its response to US war-ending proposal

Iran has submitted its formal response to the latest US proposal for ending the war to Pakistani mediators, state media reported. Tehran’s priorities include lifting sanctions, ending the naval blockade, and ensuring shipping security in the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump calls Iran’s response ‘unacceptable’

US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s formal response regarding the cessation of hostilities, describing it as “absolutely unacceptable” in a social media post. He later told American press that Tehran’s reply was “worthless,” raising doubts about ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Kenya, France sign 11 agreements during Macron visit

Presidents William Ruto and Emmanuel Macron signed 11 agreements at State House in Nairobi on Sunday to deepen cooperation on energy, transport and digital infrastructure, as the French leader arrived in Kenya for the Africa Forward Summit bringing together African leaders and global investors.

Canada condemns drone attack on vessel in Qatar waters

Canada’s Foreign Ministry late Sunday condemned the targeting of a commercial vessel in Qatar’s territorial waters amid heightened regional tensions, urging all parties to protect civilians and respect international maritime law following recent drone attacks across the Gulf.

Iran demands compensation from US, stresses Hormuz sovereignty

Tehran's latest counterproposal to a US peace plan demands compensation from Washington and asserts Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting President Donald Trump’s excessive demands while calling for an end to sanctions and the release of frozen assets abroad.

Trump warns ‘we’ll blow them up’ if Iran nuke site accessed

President Donald Trump said the US has Iran’s nuclear materials site “very well surveilled” and warned that any attempt to access it would trigger immediate military action. He also claimed US strikes have hit roughly 70% of intended targets in Iran.

Iran downs 'enemy drone' in southwest amid US tensions

Iran's army said early Monday that its integrated air defense network destroyed a hostile reconnaissance drone over the country's southwestern territory, as bilateral tensions spike following Washington's dismissal of Tehran's latest diplomatic response to an American peace initiative.

Turkish foreign minister hosts Hamas Shura Council chief in Ankara for Gaza talks

Hakan Fidan discussed developments in Gaza and the wider region with Mohammed Darwish, head of Hamas's Shura Council, stressing Ankara's commitment to keeping humanitarian issues on the international agenda and opposing forced displacement of Palestinians.

Turkish foreign, defense ministers hold separate talks with KRG premier Barzani

Türkiye's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and National Defense Minister Yasar Guler held separate talks with Iraqi Kurdish Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani in Istanbul on Saturday, according to diplomatic sources, though specific agenda details were not immediately disclosed.

Israel 'buying Cyprus' through land acquisitions, warns Greek Cypriot MEP

Greek Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou warned on Saturday that growing Israeli investment and property acquisitions in Cyprus risk altering the island's social and economic fabric, calling for tighter regulation to reduce dependence on foreign capital.

Qatari premier, Iran FM discuss regional tensions amid US conflict

Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani discussed regional security and the ongoing conflict with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday, expressing Doha's full support for mediation efforts to resolve the Tehran-Washington crisis while warning that closing the Strait of Hormuz would deepen tensions.

Israel releases two Gaza flotilla activists after extended detention

Israel released and deported two activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla on Sunday after completing their investigation, as the Brazilian and Spanish nationals had faced multiple extensions of their detention by Israeli judicial authorities.

Iran warns sanction-enforcing nations face Hormuz 'difficulties'

Brig. Gen. Akrami Nia said countries enforcing US sanctions against Iran will 'certainly face difficulties' in transiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to semi-official media, as Washington's naval blockade of the waterway continues despite a temporary pause on military operations.

Belgium's Queen Mathilde to lead economic mission to Türkiye

Belgium's Queen Mathilde will lead a high-level economic mission to Türkiye from May 10-14, accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Maxime Prevot, Defense Minister Theo Francken and over 400 business representatives aiming to deepen bilateral trade relations and explore investment opportunities in defense, energy and technology sectors.

Israeli strikes kill police chief, 2 others in Gaza truce breaches

Local authorities said the head of Khan Younis police investigations unit was among three Palestinians killed in Sunday's attacks across the Gaza Strip, which occurred in areas outside Israeli army deployment under the terms of the ceasefire agreement that has been in effect since October 2025.

15 policemen killed in gun-and-bomb attack in northwest Pakistan

A gun-and-bomb attack killed at least 15 policemen in northwestern Pakistan on Saturday night when suspected militants rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a police checkpoint in Bannu district, prompting Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to direct security forces to go "all out" against the perpetrators.

Trump expects swift response from Iran on US peace plan

US President Donald Trump told French television on Saturday that he anticipates a swift response from Tehran regarding Washington's latest peace proposal, insisting that Iranian leaders remain eager to reach an agreement as the US-Israeli war with Iran enters its third month.