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Türkiye-Ukraine free trade pact takes effect, aims for $10B in bilateral business

The deal seeks to boost bilateral trade to $10 billion while expanding cooperation in goods, services, investment and e-commerce.

Türkiye dismisses claims it hosted Syria-Hezbollah meeting

Center for Combating Disinformation says allegations about a meeting between the Syrian government and Hezbollah officials in Türkiye are "entirely fabricated."

French student protests turn violent, schools set on fire

Two schools in Marseille and Nantes were set on fire as demonstrations over staff shortages and deteriorating facilities intensify.

Türkiye to gradually hand over Bashiqa-Zilkan base to Iraq: ministry

The move is in line with an agreed mechanism and timeline, says the Turkish defence ministry.

Türkiye hosts Syria-Hezbollah talks in push to stabilise region: report

Ankara reportedly pushed for the meeting, keen to see de-escalation between Damascus and Hezbollah.

This is the story of only Turkish village that dislikes smoking

In Tazlar village in western Türkiye, generations have grown up without smoking.

New Delhi voices alarm as Indians continue to join Russian army amid Ukraine war

New Delhi says 227 Indian nationals have been recruited into Russian armed forces since 2022.

Hundreds of illegal Israeli settlers storm Al-Aqsa, 'Joseph's Tomb' under police protection

The incursions coincide with the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, with more than 7,000 illegal settlers entering the Al-Aqsa compound since Sunday, according to authorities.

Detained Gaza doctor Abu Safiya nominated for European Parliament human rights award

The detained Palestinian doctor is among six candidates for the European Parliament’s annual human rights award.

EU, US discuss emergency oil stock release as markets face pressure

The European bloc says it is coordinating its position ahead of an IEA meeting on Friday, where the coordinated release of emergency oil stocks could be discussed.

Trump declines to endorse Netanyahu for another term

US president says he has not heard "bad things" about opposition contender Gadi Eisenkot.

Türkiye moves to expedite investor payments from affected funds: Simsek

Turkish finance minister says authorities are working to ensure payments are made quickly while strengthening the resilience of capital markets.

UK rolls out a slew of fresh sanctions against Russia

Action comes as Russia fires over 3,100 jet-powered drones into Ukraine in September, outstripping its grim wartime record from August, according to a statement.

Pro-Iran factions refuse to disarm as Iraqi government sets new deadline

Baghdad sets June 2027 deadline for weapons handover, but Tehran-aligned groups demand an end to US political and economic interference.

TEKNOFEST Southeast links 12,000 years of history to Türkiye's technological future

From a Gobeklitepe immersive experience to advanced aircraft and aerial displays, the festival in Sanliurfa brings Türkiye's ancient heritage and cutting-edge technologies together for a new generation.

Israeli army rejects NAZA film's account of Gaza massacres

The Israeli army claims the film presents a 'distorted picture' of its operations.

Israel's Supreme Court hears appeals against disqualification of Arab candidates

A nine-judge panel is reviewing challenges to the Central Elections Committee's decision to bar Arab candidates and electoral lists ahead of Israel's October 27 parliamentary elections.

Surviving the execution chamber: Five US cases before Christa Pike

From temporary reprieves to second executions using a different method, surviving a failed attempt does not automatically end a death sentence.

Lithuanian president warns anti-Muslim attacks may be orchestrated

Gitanas Nauseda says the recurrence of Quran burning and anti-Muslim protests in Vilnius suggests the incidents may be part of organised campaigns rather than isolated outbursts.

Türkiye's Otokar signs $1.47B armoured vehicle export deal

Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027 and to be completed in batches over 3 years.

Türkiye captures suspect in 2013 Reyhanli attack

Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT) brings Omar al-Khatib to Türkiye after intercepting him as he attempted to flee to Europe by sea, security sources say.

Indonesia arrests ferry captain after deadly Java Sea disaster

The captain is suspected of knowingly sailing an unsafe vessel, as divers continue searching for 57 people still missing.

New Zealand Parliament dissolved as November election approaches

The upcoming vote is seen as a tight contest between the ruling centre-right coalition and the left-leaning bloc.

Trump announces $200B South Korean investment in US energy projects

The package includes a $120 billion nuclear programme to build eight reactors, alongside an LNG project in Alaska and a $22 billion natural gas project in Texas.