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China vows to protect interests after Trump tariffs threat on Iran trade
China has pledged to safeguard its interests following a move by US President Donald Trump to impose 25% tariffs on nations trading with Iran. The threat escalates economic tensions and complicates diplomacy in the Middle East, a region where Türkiye also maintains significant strategic and economic ties.
13 January 2026
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Malaysia weighs legal action against X over user safety, blocks Grok AI
Malaysia is considering taking legal action against the social media platform X for failing to ensure user safety and has blocked the Grok AI chatbot over its misuse to generate explicit images. The UK has also opened an investigation into X.
13 January 2026
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Russia condemns foreign interference in Iran, vows closer ties
Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu criticized external meddling in Iran's internal affairs during a call with his Iranian counterpart. He reaffirmed Moscow's commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation under a recently signed strategic partnership treaty.
12 January 2026
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Remote-controlled bomb kills five police officers in northwestern Pakistan
A remotely detonated bomb targeting a police vehicle in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has killed five officers, including a senior official. Authorities also reported counter-terrorism operations that killed eight militants.
12 January 2026
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Bangladesh expresses readiness to contribute troops to Gaza peace force
Bangladesh has formally signaled its willingness to contribute troops to an international peacekeeping force for Gaza, expressing its interest in a high-level meeting with U.S. diplomats in Washington. The United States responded positively, stating its readiness to cooperate on this significant initiative.
12 January 2026
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India's space mission suffers anomaly; second PSLV failure in 9 months
India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C62) mission experienced a technical anomaly during the third stage of its flight on Monday, marking the second such setback for the country's workhorse rocket in less than a year. The launch from Sriharikota was carrying a key defense imaging satellite and 15 co-passenger payloads.
12 January 2026
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China rejects US Arctic claims over Greenland pushback
China has dismissed Washington’s remarks on Greenland as an attempt to justify unilateral ambitions in the Arctic, stressing that the region should not be treated as a geopolitical prize. Beijing’s response followed US President Donald Trump’s renewed argument that taking control of Greenland is necessary to block China and Russia, a claim China says contradicts international law and collective interests.
12 January 2026
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China reaffirms Somalia unity, warns Somaliland over Taiwan ties
China has reiterated its backing for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while strongly opposing any moves by the Somaliland region to engage with Taiwan. In a high-level diplomatic exchange, Beijing underlined its long-term partnership with Mogadishu and signaled that separatist initiatives threaten regional stability, a position closely followed by countries such as Türkiye that emphasize unity and political dialogue.
12 January 2026
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Azerbaijan sends new shipment of petroleum products to Armenia
Azerbaijan has dispatched a third shipment of domestically produced motor fuel to neighboring Armenia, marking a significant step in post-conflict economic normalization between the two South Caucasus nations.
11 January 2026
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Mayon Volcano activity persists as Philippines records hundreds of rockfalls
The Philippines' Mayon Volcano continues to exhibit significant volcanic activity, with state volcanologists recording 256 rockfall events and sustained lava flow. The volcano remains under Alert Level 3, with ground deformation indicating it is still swollen and authorities strictly enforcing a permanent danger zone to protect the public from potential hazards.
11 January 2026
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Trump says China will avoid Taiwan move during his presidency
US President Donald Trump has said he does not expect China to take military action against Taiwan while he remains in office, playing down concerns about precedent set by recent US actions abroad. His remarks, closely followed by allies and partners including Türkiye, frame the Taiwan issue as manageable through personal diplomacy rather than imminent conflict.
09 January 2026
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China condemns US tanker seizure, warns against unilateral sanctions
China has sharply criticized the United States for seizing a Russian-flagged oil tanker in international waters, arguing the move violates international maritime law and lacks United Nations authorization. Beijing said unilateral sanctions undermine global stability, as Russia and Venezuela also denounced Washington’s action, escalating tensions over energy shipments and maritime security.
08 January 2026
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Anwar urges emerging nations to break free from big power dictates
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim criticized the failing international order and argued that emerging countries must not tie their futures solely to the dictates of major powers like the US or China. He praised President Erdogan's leadership as a consistent moral voice.
07 January 2026
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Erdogan: Türkiye and Malaysia to deepen defense, investment ties
President Erdogan announced that Türkiye and Malaysia will explore new joint steps in the defense industry and aims for increased Malaysian investment. The leaders also aligned on global issues, including Gaza, during high-level talks in Ankara.
07 January 2026
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Malaysia's Anwar lauds Türkiye's tech strength, backs $10bn trade goal
During an official visit to Ankara, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised Türkiye's industrial and technological prowess, declaring a bilateral trade target of $10 billion as entirely achievable. He also commended President Erdogan's global leadership.
07 January 2026
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim begins official visit to Türkiye
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Ankara for a three-day official visit at the invitation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The visit will feature the inaugural meeting of a high-level strategic council and the signing of bilateral agreements.
06 January 2026
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Azerbaijan's Aliyev calls for defense cooperation among Turkic states
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has proposed enhancing defense cooperation and holding joint military exercises among Turkic states, while denying any intent to form a formal military bloc. Separately, he clarified that Azerbaijan has not agreed to join a proposed U.S.-led stabilization force for Gaza.
06 January 2026
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China respects Venezuelan succession, condemns US 'sovereignty' violation
China has formally stated it respects the constitutional succession that installed Delcy Rodriguez as Venezuela's interim president, while simultaneously delivering a fierce condemnation of the United States. Beijing accused Washington of "wanton" violations of sovereignty for its military raid in Caracas and the prosecution of President Nicolas Maduro.
06 January 2026
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6.2 magnitude earthquake strikes western Japan's Shimane Prefecture
A significant earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 has struck western Japan, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. The quake's epicenter was located in eastern Shimane Prefecture at a shallow depth, with no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.
06 January 2026
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