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The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, reportedly reached Israeli shores as US refueling aircraft also arrived in Tel Aviv. The deployments come amid heightened regional tensions and speculation over a potential US military strike on Iran, though no official Pentagon statement has been issued.Ankara remembers 613 Azerbaijani civilians killed by Armenian forces on February 26, 1992, calling the atrocities "a shameful stain on the conscience of humanity." The massacre claimed 106 women, 63 children, and 70 elderly.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Turkish Foreign Minister met Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Vietnamese counterpart Le Hoai Trung in Washington on Friday. No details released as Türkiye deepens Asia-Pacific engagement through "Asia Anew Initiative."

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, reportedly reached Israeli shores as US refueling aircraft also arrived in Tel Aviv. The deployments come amid heightened regional tensions and speculation over a potential US military strike on Iran, though no official Pentagon statement has been issued.Ankara remembers 613 Azerbaijani civilians killed by Armenian forces on February 26, 1992, calling the atrocities "a shameful stain on the conscience of humanity." The massacre claimed 106 women, 63 children, and 70 elderly.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Afghanistan's Defense Ministry has condemned Pakistani airstrikes on its territory as a violation of sovereignty and international law, vowing an "appropriate and measured response" at a "suitable time." Islamabad says the strikes targeted terrorist hideouts in retaliation for recent suicide bombings and the killing of two security personnel.Turkish Foreign Minister met Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Vietnamese counterpart Le Hoai Trung in Washington on Friday. No details released as Türkiye deepens Asia-Pacific engagement through "Asia Anew Initiative."

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Fidan, D-8 chief Mahmood discuss cooperation in Ankara meeting

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15:17, 24/02/2026, Tuesday

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Fidan, D-8 chief Mahmood discuss cooperation in Ankara meeting

Mustafa HatipoğluAnadolu Ajansı

ANKARA, TURKIYE - FEBRUARY 24: Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan meets with D-8 Secretary-General Ambassador Sohail Mahmood in Ankara, Turkiye on February 24, 2026.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan received D-8 Secretary-General Ambassador Sohail Mahmood in the capital on February 24, 2026, for talks on strengthening ties within the developing eight-nation economic organization.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with D-8 Secretary-General Ambassador Sohail Mahmood in Ankara on February 24, 2026, the Foreign Ministry confirmed. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation within the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, which brings together eight major Muslim-majority developing countries.

Organization Context

The D-8, established in 1997, comprises Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Türkiye. The grouping aims to improve member states' positions in global economy, diversify trade relations, and enhance participation in decision-making at international level. Mahmood's visit underscores Türkiye's active role within the organization.

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Diplomatic Engagement

No further details were released about the closed-door discussions. The meeting reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts to deepen economic ties among member nations amid shifting global trade patterns and regional challenges. Türkiye has historically played a leadership role within the D-8 framework.

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