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Rutte says ‘NATO 3.0’ aims for stronger Europe in stronger alliance
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte outlined “NATO 3.0” as a vision for a stronger Europe within a stronger alliance, urging European members to take greater responsibility for conventional defense while the US provides nuclear backing. He said the “ball is in Putin’s court” on peace talks.
13 May 2026
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Contacts underway to halt Israeli escalation before Washington talks
Diplomatic contacts are underway to stop Israel’s military escalation in Lebanon ahead of a third round of US-mediated talks between Beirut and Tel Aviv, a senior Lebanese source told Anadolu. Truce guarantees are being discussed amid ongoing field violations.
13 May 2026
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Iran accuses Kuwait of 'unlawful' boat attack, demands release
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accused Kuwait on Wednesday of unlawfully attacking an Iranian vessel and detaining four nationals near an island used by US forces for strikes against the Islamic Republic, demanding their immediate release and warning that Tehran reserves the right to respond.
13 May 2026
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Belgian minister praises Türkiye’s defense industry, says Belgium must follow
Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken praised Türkiye’s advances in unmanned systems and defense innovation after visiting Baykar, calling the country “way ahead.” He said Belgium must modernize its armed forces and expand drone capabilities, with seven or eight new agreements expected.
13 May 2026
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Türkiye, Belgium seek deeper trade and defense ties: VP Yılmaz
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz said Türkiye and Belgium aim to deepen cooperation in trade, defense, energy, and digital transformation, with bilateral trade reaching $9.2 billion in 2025. Talks were held during Queen Mathilde’s economic mission to Ankara.
13 May 2026
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US blockade redirects 67 vessels from Iranian ports: CENTCOM
US Central Command said Wednesday that American naval forces have redirected 67 commercial vessels attempting to access Iranian ports over the past four weeks under a maritime blockade, adding that warning shots were fired at two commercial ships earlier this week to enforce compliance.
13 May 2026
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UK PM Starmer faces pressure as Streeting challenge looms
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced mounting calls to resign during Wednesday's parliamentary debate as Health Secretary Wes Streeting moved to potentially launch a leadership challenge, with Downing Street insisting the premier maintains full confidence in his embattled cabinet colleague.
13 May 2026
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Belgian minister: Türkiye, Ukraine set example for changing warfare
Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken said Türkiye and Ukraine are reshaping NATO doctrine through advances in drones, AI, and defense innovation. He called on other nations to follow their example, warning that “when you stand still, you lose the war.”
13 May 2026
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Pro-Palestinian activists confront congressman Torres over Israel ties
13 May 2026
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Palestine hails EU sanctions on Israeli settlers over West Bank violence
Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin welcomed the European Union's decision to sanction extremist Israeli settlers and organizations involved in violence and illegal settlement activity, calling for concrete measures to address ongoing attacks in the occupied territory.
13 May 2026
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King Charles warns ‘dangerous, volatile’ world threatens UK
King Charles III told Parliament that an “increasingly dangerous and volatile world” threatens the UK, citing the Middle East conflict. He pledged new legislation to strengthen ties with the EU and protect Britain’s energy, defense, and economic security.
13 May 2026
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Taiwan fires Javelin missiles near China as Trump plans Xi talks
Taiwan's military test-fired US-made Javelin anti-tank missiles during a live-fire drill on Kinmen island just 10 kilometers from China's coast to simulate defense against amphibious invasion, while US President Donald Trump said he plans to discuss arms sales to Taipei with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his upcoming visit.
13 May 2026
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Trump arrives in Beijing for summit with Xi amid Iran war
US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday to begin a three-day state visit featuring summit talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with the Israel-Iran war, Taiwan arms sales, and trade disputes topping an agenda that also includes the fate of imprisoned Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai.
13 May 2026
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Turkish interests must be considered at Ankara NATO summit: Ischinger
Munich Security Conference Chairman Wolfgang Ischinger said NATO must take Turkish interests into account at the July summit in Ankara, stressing the need for a strong message of “unity, determination and cohesion” to be sent from Türkiye.
13 May 2026
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Young Palestinian amputee skates on in devastated Gaza
13 May 2026
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Netanyahu appears at Tel Aviv court for 87th corruption hearing
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared at Tel Aviv District Court on Wednesday for the 87th hearing in his corruption trial, as proceedings shifted focus to Case 2000 involving alleged media favors while separate war crimes charges loom at The Hague.
13 May 2026
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Greece was asked to sell Acropolis during debt crisis
Former European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has revealed that an unnamed Eurogroup finance minister proposed selling Athens’ iconic Acropolis to help Greece pay off its debts during the peak of its economic crisis. Juncker recalled telling the minister: “Be quiet.”
13 May 2026
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Trump calls Venezuela ‘51st state’ in social media post
US President Donald Trump posted on social media depicting Venezuela as America’s 51st state. In a separate post, he attacked “fake news media” over Iran war coverage, falsely claiming the US had sunk all 159 Iranian naval vessels.
13 May 2026
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Türkiye to host Zero Waste Forum in Istanbul
First Lady Emine Erdogan announced that the second Zero Waste Forum will take place in Istanbul on June 5-7, bringing together representatives from over 160 countries. This year’s theme is “Road to Antalya: Zero Waste as Climate Action,” ahead of Türkiye hosting COP31.
13 May 2026
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Turkish, Belgian defense chiefs sign cooperation deal
Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler met his Belgian counterpart Theo Francken in Ankara, where they signed a letter of intent on defense industry cooperation. Francken was received with a full military ceremony before the two held closed-door talks.
13 May 2026
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China warns against US-Taiwan military ties ahead of Trump-Xi talks
China's Taiwan Affairs Office on Wednesday warned that it firmly opposes any military ties between the United States and Taiwan, reiterating that the self-ruled island is an internal matter as US President Donald Trump prepares to discuss a delayed $14 billion weapons package with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
13 May 2026
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US lawmaker says America lost 39 aircraft in Iran war, citing report
Democratic Congressman Ed Case told a Senate hearing that the US has lost 39 aircraft since the war with Iran began on February 28, citing a defense report. A Pentagon official declined to confirm the losses, saying repair costs are “very hard to calculate.”
13 May 2026
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NYT's Kristof: Sexual assault of Palestinian detainees 'routine' in Israeli prisons
New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof wrote that sexual assault of Palestinian detainees has become "routine" in Israeli prisons, based on interviews with 14 former detainees, aid workers, lawyers, and family members. He said Israeli officials have created a "ground" for such violations through their authorization of war crimes.
13 May 2026
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US imposes visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to Indian online pharmacy over fentanyl pills
The US has imposed visa restrictions on 13 individuals linked to Indian online pharmacy KS International Traders for allegedly distributing counterfeit prescription drugs containing fentanyl. The State Department said the pharmacy sold hundreds of thousands of counterfeit pills to victims across the United States.
13 May 2026
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Palestinians spend time at the sea amid Israeli attacks in Gaza
Palestinian children spend time at the sea to escape the suffocating heat of tents as the Israeli attacks continue on the Gaza Strip, Palestine on May 12, 2026.
13 May 2026
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Trump shares map of Venezuela as '51st state' on Truth Social
President Donald Trump shared a post on Truth Social showing a map of Venezuela overlaid with an American flag and labeled "51st State," a day after Venezuela's acting president rejected the idea following Trump's remarks that he was "seriously considering" the move.
13 May 2026
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Australia to deploy surveillance aircraft to Strait of Hormuz to support shipping lanes
Australia will deploy a high-tech Boeing E-7 Wedgetail surveillance aircraft to support international efforts to keep shipping lanes open in the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Minister Richard Marles announced. The multinational mission, led by the UK and France, aims to protect navigation through the strategic waterway.
13 May 2026
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Two Israeli soldiers injured by Hezbollah explosive drone near Lebanon border
Two Israeli soldiers were injured when an explosive-laden drone detonated in a border area in northern Israel, the army said. Hezbollah's drones, particularly those using fiber-optic technology, have increasingly posed a challenge for Israeli forces.
13 May 2026
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Macron, Ruto speak at Africa Forward Summit closing session in Nairobi
French President Emmanuel Macron and Kenyan President William Ruto delivered speeches during the closing session of the second day of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, on May 12, 2026. The summit focused on Africa's economic development and international partnerships.
13 May 2026
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CIA escalates secret cartel operations in Mexico, including deadly targeted strikes, CNN reports
The CIA has escalated secret operations inside Mexico, directly participating in deadly targeted strikes against cartel members as part of an expanded counter-cartel campaign, CNN reported. The agency's elite Ground Branch unit was involved in a March 28 car bombing that killed a Sinaloa Cartel operative.
13 May 2026
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Trump says he doesn't consider Americans' economic toll in Iran negotiations
President Donald Trump said he does not take into consideration the economic toll being borne by Americans when engaging with Iran over negotiations, stating "the only thing that matters" is that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. The US-Israeli war has cost Americans roughly $38.1 billion in extra energy prices.
13 May 2026
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US intelligence finds Iran retains significant missile capabilities despite Trump claims, NYT reports
Classified US intelligence assessments indicate Iran retains significant missile capabilities despite repeated claims by the Trump administration that Tehran's military had been "shattered," the New York Times reported. Iran has regained operational access to 30 of 33 missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz and still possesses roughly 70% of its prewar missile stockpile.
13 May 2026
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ADF attacks kill at least 879 civilians in DR Congo's Ituri province since January, lawmaker says
Suspected Allied Democratic Forces fighters have carried out deadly attacks across eastern DR Congo's Ituri province, killing at least 879 civilians since January, a lawmaker said. Between April 18 and May 11 alone, 179 civilians were killed, including 70 on a single day.
13 May 2026
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Trump administration considering 'Operation Sledgehammer' if Iran ceasefire collapses, NBC reports
The Trump administration is considering launching a renewed military campaign against Iran under a different operational name, including "Operation Sledgehammer," if the fragile ceasefire collapses, NBC News reported. US officials believe using a new name could strengthen the White House's argument under the 1973 War Powers Resolution.
13 May 2026
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Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile defense system could cost $1.2 trillion, far above initial estimate
President Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense network is projected to cost roughly 1.2 trillion over 20years, far above the175 billion price tag Trump put forward last year, according to a Congressional Budget Office analysis. Space-based interceptors would account for about 70% of acquisition costs.
13 May 2026
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4.6-magnitude earthquake strikes near Tehran, felt across surrounding areas
A 4.6-magnitude earthquake struck Iran near the city of Pardis east of Tehran late Tuesday, according to Iran's Seismological Center. The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers and was felt in several surrounding areas, including eastern parts of Tehran province.
13 May 2026
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11 African nations join France-Mexico push to curb UN veto in genocide cases
Eleven African countries have joined the France-Mexico initiative to voluntarily limit the UN Security Council veto in cases of mass atrocities, bringing total supporters to 118. The proposal calls on permanent members to refrain from blocking action on genocide and war crimes.
13 May 2026
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Iran says ending war, blockade, sanctions ‘minimum requirements’ for peace
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that ending the war, lifting the naval blockade, and removing sanctions are the “minimum requirements” for any serious peace deal, accusing the US of rejecting Tehran’s response because it is “not a surrender document.”
13 May 2026
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Trump vows to free remaining political prisoners in Venezuela
Trump told reporters on Tuesday that Washington will secure the release of all remaining political prisoners in Venezuela, claiming the South American country is undergoing an economic transformation backed by major US energy firms and praising Acting President Delcy Rodriguez's leadership.
13 May 2026
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