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A US-Israeli strike targeted Iran's Qom-Tehran highway early Friday, Mehr news agency reported, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. The attack comes a day after strikes destroyed the strategic B1 bridge in Karaj, north of Tehran, killing eight people and wounding 95.President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Thursday that the struggle for oil and carbon fuels in the past century will be replaced by water as competition for power intensifies. "The signs of this struggle are already visible in the armed conflicts taking place around the region," he warned.President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his greetings to Türkiye's Jewish citizens for the Passover holiday, wishing that the holiday brings "peace, stability, prosperity, and well-being to our region and all humanity." The message reflects Türkiye's tradition of recognizing religious holidays of all communities.Turkish supporters flooded Taksim Square waving flags and celebrating after the national team qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Kosovo 1-0 in the European Qualifiers play-off final on April 1. The victory secured Türkiye's place in the global tournament.Iran carried out at least 5,471 missile and drone attacks targeting US bases and critical sites in seven Arab countries since Feb. 28, according to compiled official data. The UAE was the most impacted, intercepting 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 drones.

A US-Israeli strike targeted Iran's Qom-Tehran highway early Friday, Mehr news agency reported, with no immediate reports of casualties or damage. The attack comes a day after strikes destroyed the strategic B1 bridge in Karaj, north of Tehran, killing eight people and wounding 95.President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Thursday that the struggle for oil and carbon fuels in the past century will be replaced by water as competition for power intensifies. "The signs of this struggle are already visible in the armed conflicts taking place around the region," he warned.President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his greetings to Türkiye's Jewish citizens for the Passover holiday, wishing that the holiday brings "peace, stability, prosperity, and well-being to our region and all humanity." The message reflects Türkiye's tradition of recognizing religious holidays of all communities.Turkish supporters flooded Taksim Square waving flags and celebrating after the national team qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Kosovo 1-0 in the European Qualifiers play-off final on April 1. The victory secured Türkiye's place in the global tournament.Iran carried out at least 5,471 missile and drone attacks targeting US bases and critical sites in seven Arab countries since Feb. 28, according to compiled official data. The UAE was the most impacted, intercepting 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 drones.

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Turkish defender Merih Demiral joins Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli on 3-year contract

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Turkish defender Merih Demiral joins Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli on 3-year contract

Turkish defender Merih Demiral joins Saudi Arabia's Al-Ahli on 3-year contract

'Merhaba, Demiral! Our new warrior,' tweets Saudi Pro League club

Türkiye's Merih Demiral on Saturday said he moved to Saudi football club Al-Ahli from Italy's Atalanta, signing a three-year contract.

"I don't like to lose. I want my team to be always at the top. Our fans turn any stadium into a burning volcano. I watched their show in the first game and I got really impressed," Demiral said in a video message on X, formerly Twitter.

"I can't wait to play for them. I'm Merih Demiral. I'm ready to fight."

"Merhaba, Demiral! Our new warrior," tweeted the Jeddah-based Saudi Pro League club.

The 25-year-old has also played for Fenerbahce, Alcanenense, Sporting CP, Juventus, and the Turkish national team.

Al-Ahli are run by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which also owns Newcastle. They have also signed stars such as Edouard Mendy, Roger Ibanez, Franck Kessie, Allan Saint-Maximin, Riyad Mahrez, and Roberto Firmino.

Titles :Al-Ahli Merih Demiral Saudi Arabia Türkiye

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