Erdogan warns 'blood merchants' and 'genociders' seeking instability will lose

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned on Tuesday that those who profit from terrorism and seek to plunge the region into instability are destined to fail, declaring that the dawn of a "great and strong Türkiye" has broken as the nation marks the 955th anniversary of the Battle of Malazgirt.

Türkiye welcomes US move to delist Syria as terror sponsor

The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Tuesday welcomed Washington's decision to remove Damascus from the State Sponsors of Terrorism List, saying the move eliminates a major obstacle to Syria's economic reconstruction and signals a new chapter in regional diplomatic engagement and stability.

Türkiye’s first GOKBEY helicopter crew completes training

The National Defense Ministry announced Tuesday that the inaugural flight crew for the T-625 GOKBEY helicopter has successfully completed its training at Turkish Aerospace Industries facilities, clearing the way for the domestically developed platform to enter the Turkish Air Force inventory in October.

Trump says Iran 'not paying military,' cites 'humanitarian crisis'

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran is failing to pay large segments of its armed forces while simultaneously conducting lethal crackdowns on protesters at unprecedented levels, declaring the situation a humanitarian crisis of epic proportions that must be stopped immediately.

Greek minister warns of military response in Aegean tensions with Türkiye

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis has escalated rhetoric against Türkiye, vowing that Athens will not permit a repeat of the Imia crisis and confirming the redeployment of a Patriot battery from Karpathos to Crete. While insisting communication channels with Ankara remain open, Gerapetritis signaled readiness to deploy frigates and F-16s if necessary.

Turkish Cypriot premier condemns bid to block Barcelona camp

TRNC Prime Minister Unal Ustel on Monday condemned attempts by the far-right Greek Cypriot party ELAM to block a Barcelona youth football camp scheduled for September, stating that such efforts reveal the "true intentions" of circles disturbed by Turkish Cypriot engagement with the world and participation in international cultural and sporting events.

Israel seizes UNRWA training center in occupied East Jerusalem

The Israeli Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday the seizure of the Qalandia Training Center belonging to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, claiming the site would be converted into an educational complex despite UNRWA's insistence that the facility is protected under international law.

Kazakhstan says Kondensat refinery to process Russian oil

Kazakh Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov said on Tuesday that the Kondensat refinery in West Kazakhstan will process Russian crude under an agreement that sends 70 percent of output to Russia while retaining 30 percent for domestic use, noting that the facility's owner is not subject to Western sanctions.

Chancellor Merz vows Germany will make hybrid attackers 'pay a price'

Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed that Germany will make perpetrators of hybrid attacks "pay a price," declaring that those behind the attempted drone strike at Leipzig Airport will face consequences as investigators uncover evidence of multiple unmanned aircraft and military-grade explosives.

Syrian Airlines to launch Vienna, Copenhagen flights in September

Syria's civil aviation authority announced on Tuesday that Syrian Airlines will commence direct flights from Damascus to Vienna and Copenhagen on Sept. 21, marking the carrier's latest move to restore European air links after years of regional isolation.

Iran says Pakistan army chief’s visit brought diplomatic breakthrough

Iran announced Tuesday that Pakistan’s army chief secured "significant diplomatic achievements" during high-level talks in Tehran, with both sides discussing steps to prevent further escalation, reopen the blockaded Strait of Hormuz, and revive a faltering June peace accord with Washington.

Trump urges 'durable peace' for Ukraine in Independence Day message

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday that US President Donald Trump sent a "warm and heartening" Independence Day message calling for a durable end to the war, expressing hope that the communication signals progress toward protecting civilian lives from ongoing Russian attacks and achieving a dignified peace.

Damascus fair opens as Türkiye targets $10B trade with Syria

Turkish Trade Minister Ömer Bolat said businesspeople from both nations will gather at Syria's premier trade event to explore joint ventures, with bilateral trade already hitting $2.2 billion in the first seven months as Ankara pursues a sustainable economic partnership.

China warns US not to disrupt Iran cooperation amid sanctions

Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said Beijing's cooperation with Tehran is lawful and should not be disrupted, warning that Washington's new sanctions campaign risks destabilizing the global financial order as the US Treasury secretary unveiled plans to isolate Iran completely.

Israeli forces pound southern Lebanon in new breach of US-mediated deal

Israeli warplanes and artillery targeted southern Lebanese towns early Tuesday while erecting earth barriers near civilian homes, marking the latest breach of a US-mediated framework agreement that calls for Israeli withdrawal from occupied territories.

Iran broadcaster says 50-plus sites hit in US-Israel war

Iran’s state broadcaster says more than 50 of its facilities were struck during the latest 40-day conflict with the United States and Israel. IRIB chief Peyman Jebelli said Tehran’s landmark Glass Building was hit for a second time, suffering substantially heavier structural damage than during the 12-day Iran-Israel war in June 2025.

Kremlin dismisses Russia mobilization reports as Ukraine ‘canards’

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has rejected reports that Russia is preparing another large-scale military mobilization, accusing Ukrainian authorities of deliberately spreading claims intended to unsettle Russian society. The allegations come amid repeated warnings from Kyiv that Moscow could call up hundreds of thousands of additional troops after Russia’s September legislative elections.

US, South Korea deepen coordination on North Korea nuclear issue

The United States and South Korea have agreed to step up coordination over North Korea’s nuclear program and efforts to preserve peace on the Korean Peninsula. The understanding emerged from talks between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, with the allies also addressing tariffs, investment and security cooperation.

Türkiye, Brazil seek stronger trade and defense ties in call

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva reviewed Türkiye-Brazil relations and international developments in a phone conversation Monday. Erdogan stressed that greater cooperation in investment, trade and the defense industry could create mutual economic gains, while both countries’ diplomatic approaches to regional and global crises could contribute to wider peace efforts.

Erdogan and Lithuania premier discuss defense, bilateral ties

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Lithuanian Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkevicius reviewed Türkiye-Lithuania relations and regional developments during a phone call Monday. Erdogan stressed the need for Ankara and Vilnius to expand engagement across multiple fields, with particular emphasis on defense industry cooperation, while also reaffirming Türkiye’s efforts to help bring the Russia-Ukraine war to a lasting peace.

Türkiye envoy hails US move to delist Syria from terror sponsors

Nuh Yilmaz says Washington’s decision to remove Damascus from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list eliminates the final barrier to Syria’s global integration, voicing hope that the move will benefit the entire Syrian people and the Syrian state while contributing to regional stability.

Israel killed over 21,500 children, destroyed 1,077 mosques in Gaza: Office

The Gaza Government Media Office said Monday that Israeli forces have killed more than 21,500 Palestinian children and completely destroyed 1,077 mosques since October 2023, condemning the systematic targeting of civilians and urging mediators to pressure Israel to halt ceasefire violations.

Oil tanker disabled off Oman after projectile strike: UKMTO

UK Maritime Trade Operations reported Monday that an oil tanker was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman, disabling the vessel's engine room, while all crew members were confirmed safe as maritime authorities launched an investigation.

Syrian president says country 'turning page' after US terror delisting

Ahmad al-Sharaa on Tuesday hailed Washington's decision to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism after 46 years, saying the move allows the war-torn nation to shed a painful legacy and enter a new phase of reconstruction while thanking US President Donald Trump for the historic move.

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