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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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MKE Ankaragucu organizes Gaza iftar aid drive

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01:39, 27/02/2026, Friday

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MKE Ankaragucu organizes Gaza iftar aid drive

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MKE Ankaragucu, currently competing in Türkiye’s TFF 2. Lig, has distributed iftar meals to 1,500 children in Gaza as part of a Ramadan solidarity campaign. The Turkish football club said the initiative aims to remind Palestinian children they are not forgotten, while broader humanitarian efforts continue amid a fragile ceasefire and winter hardship.

MKE Ankaragucu, a club playing in Türkiye’s TFF 2. Lig, has carried out iftar distributions in Gaza during Ramadan, expanding its humanitarian outreach beyond the football field. The club shared footage on its official social media accounts showing volunteers delivering meal packages to 1,500 children in the Palestinian enclave.

Ramadan solidarity from Türkiye

In its statement, Ankaragucu emphasized that the campaign seeks to ensure children facing hardship in Palestine and other regions feel supported during the holy month. The club called on supporters to increase participation and humanitarian backing, framing the initiative as part of a broader social responsibility mission. Turkish football fans have also demonstrated solidarity in stadiums, displaying Palestinian flags and banners during domestic league matches.

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Humanitarian efforts amid ceasefire

The aid drive comes as the World Food Programme reported that monthly food deliveries to Gaza have more than doubled since the implementation of a ceasefire. According to the UN agency, improved access as of late February 2026 has enabled coordinated distribution of food parcels, hot iftar meals, fresh bread and cash assistance.

Amid winter conditions and continued displacement, approximately one million people are receiving comprehensive support packages. The developments highlight the combination of civil society initiatives from Türkiye and international humanitarian operations seeking to address urgent needs in Gaza during Ramadan.

Titles :Aid Football Gaza iftar meals MKE Ankaragucu Palestinians Ramadan solidarity sports Turkish

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