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Single image ignites Greek fury over Turkish naval drill
A photograph from Türkiye's DENİZKURDU-II/2026 military exercise has sent shockwaves through Greece and the Greek Cypriot administration. The image shows Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and Greek military attachés seated side-by-side, a moment Greek media has condemned as a diplomatic trap orchestrated by Ankara.
16 June 2026
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G7 summit opens in France with Ukraine, Middle East on agenda
Leaders of the Group of Seven nations opened their annual summit in the French resort town of Evian on Tuesday with high-level talks on the war in Ukraine and escalating tensions in the Middle East, as host France welcomed an expanded roster of global leaders including Indian and Brazilian heads of state.
16 June 2026
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EU: Lebanon must be covered by US-Iran ceasefire as Israel keeps troops deployed
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that European foreign ministers stressed the need for Lebanon to be included in ongoing ceasefire efforts, as Israel continues its military deployment there. The EU approved a €100 million assistance package for the Lebanese Armed Forces. Kallas welcomed the US-Iran deal but warned that the “toughest phase of the talks still lies ahead.”
16 June 2026
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Macron says France ready to assist reopening of Hormuz
French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that Paris stands ready to contribute to international efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, offering military assets including fighter aircraft and frigates if requested by the relevant actors, describing the initiative as an "offer" to support regional stability.
16 June 2026
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G7 will ensure US-Iran deal implemented, Hormuz reopened, Macron says
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that G7 countries will do everything to ensure the US-Iran agreement is implemented and the Strait of Hormuz reopens peacefully. He confirmed that France and Britain will lead a naval mission with aircraft, frigates, and mine-clearance teams. Macron opposed any toll on Hormuz, calling it a violation of international law.
15 June 2026
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Spanish PM hails US-Iran deal as end to 'senselessness'
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday hailed the newly announced US-Iran peace agreement as a potential end to the 'senselessness' of war, stating that the accord could mark the beginning of a new era in the Middle East despite thousands of deaths and billions in European losses.
15 June 2026
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72 arrested at London protest backing Palestine Action activists
Metropolitan Police detained 72 people outside Woolwich Crown Court on Friday as hundreds gathered to support four activists facing sentencing for an Elbit Systems factory raid, with authorities enforcing a ban on the proscribed group despite a High Court ruling earlier this year that found the proscription unlawful.
12 June 2026
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NATO says US military cuts will strengthen alliance long-term
NATO spokesperson Allison Hart confirmed Friday that Washington plans to scale back aircraft and naval assets allocated to European operations, arguing the reductions will reduce over-dependence on a single ally and create a more sustainable balance of responsibilities.
12 June 2026
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Hamburg Airport resumes operations after security breach
Hamburg Airport spokesperson Katja Bromm said operations gradually resumed Friday afternoon after a traveler accidentally pressed an emergency door button in Terminal 2, triggering a full terminal evacuation that forced passengers to disembark and caused delays of up to three hours.
12 June 2026
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EU migration pact enters into force with tighter border rules
The European Commission announced on Friday that the EU's Pact on Migration and Asylum has officially entered into force, introducing mandatory registration and fast-track border procedures for irregular migrants as part of a comprehensive overhaul of the bloc's framework.
12 June 2026
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NATO to reduce Kosovo peacekeeping force over coming year
NATO announced on Friday that it will gradually reduce the size of its peacekeeping mission in Kosovo over the next year, citing improved security conditions that allow for a smaller military presence while maintaining readiness to reverse the drawdown if the situation on the ground deteriorates.
12 June 2026
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UK defense secretary and armed forces minister resign over spending
Al Carns resigned on Thursday just hours after Defense Secretary John Healey stepped down, saying the government's defense investment strategy is not built for current threats, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer moved quickly to appoint former Parachute Regiment officer Dan Jarvis as the new defense secretary.
12 June 2026
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Türkiye, Poland agree to deepen defense industry cooperation
Turkish defense industry chief Haluk Gorgun met with Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz in Warsaw to deepen cooperation in unmanned systems, technology transfer, operational experience sharing, and mutual investments. The talks focused on increasing capabilities related to Bayraktar drones.
11 June 2026
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Türkiye, Bulgaria plan new border crossing, urge US-Iran talks
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that Türkiye and Bulgaria reaffirmed plans to build a new border crossing north of Kapikule, while urging the US and Iran to halt attacks and return to negotiations. Fidan also said Turkish Petroleum will begin exploration in Bulgaria’s Han Tervel block, and called for deeper EU-Türkiye integration.
11 June 2026
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Fidan: Strong Türkiye-Bulgaria ties shape common future
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that his visit to Sofia reaffirmed the strength of Türkiye-Bulgaria relations and their shared commitment to deepening cooperation in energy, transport, connectivity, and defense industry. He also met with Turkish community members and businesspeople, and attended a graduation ceremony at the Sofia Higher Islamic Institute.
11 June 2026
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Turkish FM Fidan meets Bulgarian PM Radev in Sofia
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev during his visit to Sofia. The meeting was part of Fidan’s official visit to the Bulgarian capital, diplomatic sources said. No further details were released.
11 June 2026
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Fidan to begin Bulgaria visit for energy, defence, EU talks
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will start an official visit to Bulgaria on Thursday to discuss energy, transportation, defence cooperation, EU ties, and regional security. He will represent President Erdoğan at the SEECP summit and meet Bulgarian officials.
10 June 2026
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Fidan: Türkiye-Bulgaria energy, security ties of ‘strategic importance’
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that expanding natural gas transmission capacity from Türkiye to Bulgaria is strategically vital for Eastern Europe’s energy security. He also highlighted NATO cooperation, border security, and infrastructure projects, including new electricity interconnectors and the Middle Corridor.
10 June 2026
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Fidan meets Greek FM, calls for calm in Eastern Mediterranean
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met his Greek counterpart Giorgos Gerapetritis in Sofia on the sidelines of the SEECP summit, discussing bilateral relations and regional cooperation. Fidan stressed that the Eastern Mediterranean should be an area of cooperation, not tension.
10 June 2026
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