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Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:28:32 +0300
Pakistan claims it 'detected, blocked' Indian submarine incursion
Navy says this is 3rd time an Indian submarine has been detected in Pakistani waters, Indian government yet to respond.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:25:49 +0300
Ethiopia launches airstrikes on Tigray capital, rebels claim 3 civilians killed
Rebels, witnesses say airstrikes hit market in Mekelle, state media reports TPLF communication facility was targeted.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:23:41 +0300
Turkish-African friendship gaining strength with cooperation in education, development, culture
As ties recently increased, Turkish institutions, NGOs have been leading education, development on continent.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:20:50 +0300
OECD warns world of slowing economy in 2060
Aging population, rising prices to cause pressure on emerging market economies, OECD says.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:14:19 +0300
Russia endorses idea of reforming UN Security Council
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says there is need for UN to adapt new realities.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:12:21 +0300
Lebanon sets March 27 for parliamentary elections
Date changed from May 8 to March 27.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:09:54 +0300
Bosnia's 'Wise King' commemorated on 18th death anniversary
Alija Izetbegovic died 18 years ago following career marked by suffering of 1992-1995 Bosnian War.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:08:07 +0300
Climate-induced natural disasters to hit Europe more often, experts warn
After devastating floods in Western Europe, more disasters may be on doorstep amid nearing winter, say climate experts.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:06:35 +0300
Israel, UAE, US, India to form joint economic forum
Four countries discuss possibilities for joint infrastructure projects.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:04:29 +0300
Turkey's communications director calls for new approach to global crisis
In address to TRT World Forum, Fahrettin Altun reiterates call for reforming international institutions.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 18:57:33 +0300
‘Fairer world possible,’ Turkish president reiterates call for reform
In video message to TRT World Forum, Erdogan says need for reform in UN, international organizations can ‘no longer be disregarded’.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 18:55:34 +0300
Russia hits new high of daily COVID-19 deaths
With 33,740 new cases, caseload now stands at 8.06M, with recoveries increasing by 23,426 to total $7.04M.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 18:53:18 +0300
Greater demand ahead of winter drives oil prices up amid energy crunch
Oil, much in demand as alternative fuel to costly coal, gas, is triggering demand concerns and outstripping supply.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 18:47:57 +0300
Over 10,000 children killed or maimed in Yemen conflict: UN
UNICEF spokesman says 10,000 are cases verified since fighting started in 2015, but many deaths go unrecorded.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:51:50 +0300
EU, Qatar sign agreement on aviation
Pact sets new competition rules for air transport maintaining high safety standards, fair competition.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:49:55 +0300
UN sends 100 tons of aid to Afghanistan via Uzbekistan
Core relief supplies for winter to be trucked into Mazar-e-Sharif.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:48:13 +0300
China accuses US, Canada of 'jeopardizing peace' in Taiwan Strait
Chinese military says US Navy destroyer, Royal Canadian Navy frigate sailed through Taiwan Strait, caused tension.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:45:46 +0300
COVID-19 cases in Russia hit new daily high, overall count exceeds 8M
Over 34,000 people test positive for COVID-19 in past 24 hours as active cases climbs to 785,647.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:44:07 +0300
Largest-ever US military shipment set to arrive in Greece in November
US attaches importance to Alexandroupolis port as it reportedly wants to strengthen NATO, US forces in Balkans and Black Sea.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:42:24 +0300
Iraqi president calls to respect election results
A number of Shia factions rejected vote results.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:40:43 +0300
Russia suspends work of its mission to NATO from Nov. 1
Russian foreign minister says Russian mission cannot work properly after NATO revoked accreditation of 8 employees.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:31:12 +0300
EU extends sanctions against Daesh/ISIS, al-Qaeda terrorists
Travel ban, asset freeze targets 6 Daesh/ISIS, Al-Qaeda affiliates.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:28:40 +0300
'Turkey rejects orientalist approaches towards African continent'
Turkish president addresses Angola's parliament as part of his 4-day tour of Africa.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 19:22:43 +0300
Former US Secretary of State Colin Powell dies of COVID-19 complications
Powell, 84, was fully vaccinated, says his family.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 13:16:47 +0300
'Taliban's acting foreign minister to meet Chinese counterpart'
China has agreed to convene meeting, date, venue to be decided later, says Taliban official.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:13:01 +0300
Turkey can play active role in renovating, restoring Afghanistan: Taliban official
US freezing country’s reserves after Taliban's takeover violates international law, human rights, says Amir Khan Muttaqi.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:11:19 +0300
Syrian National Army ready to restart operations against terrorist groups
Group says it is ‘determined to clear our regions from all terrorist organizations’.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:09:40 +0300
Turkey’s cooperation with Africa not short-term: President
'Turkey stands out as strategic partner for African countries with $25B trade volume by end of 2020,' says Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:07:45 +0300
France's Macron condemns ‘inexcusable’ 1961 crimes against Algerians
President recognizes, admits to state violence on Oct. 17, 1961.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 18:59:35 +0300
Iraq announces full results of parliamentary elections
Muqtada al-Sadr's coalition wins 73 seats in Iraqi parliament.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 18:56:15 +0300
Russia sees record high coronavirus cases for 4th day in row
Authorities blame lack of vaccination for surge in coronavirus cases, deaths.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 18:53:35 +0300
Germany's Merkel defended talks, cooperation despite opposition to Turkey in Europe
Angela Merkel became European politician who knew importance of Turkey for Europe.

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 18:49:51 +0300
Shias in Afghanistan fearful amid deadly mosque attacks
Friday’s deadly mosque attack in southern Kandahar killed at least 47 people, wounded dozens others.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:38:32 +0300
Death toll from mosque bombing in Afghanistan rises to 47
Many more injured in explosion at Fatimiya mosque, say local officials.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:35:22 +0300
'Global chip shortage could dent China’s car production'
Crisis may cut car production in China by about 2M units this year, warns business official.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:31:41 +0300
US allowing entry to fully vaccinated foreign travelers beginning Nov. 8
Vaccine mandate to apply to both land and air travel, spokesman Kevin Munoz says.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:29:34 +0300
Banksy's half-shredded painting sold for record $25.4M
Love is in the Bin was auctioned with £4M-£6M guide price by Sotheby’s.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:25:12 +0300
Pakistan claims Indian forces killed 10 'innocent' Kashmiris last week
Foreign Ministry condemns arrest of 1,400 Kashmiris in recent days.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:23:32 +0300
Russia's daily coronavirus cases, death toll hit record for 2nd day in row
Russia registers over 32,000 coronavirus cases, 999 deaths in 1 day.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:20:59 +0300
Storm Ballos wreaks havoc across Greece, 1 dead
Thousands of people trapped in their vehicles, forced to abandon them in Attica region as floodwaters overflowed streets.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:19:03 +0300
Bitcoin price hits $60K, first time in 6 months
Last time Bitcoin saw its price at $60,000 was April 18.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:16:23 +0300
France ends free testing for COVID-19
Health Ministry initiates mandatory payment for testing against coronavirus, charges apply to unvaccinated.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:09:28 +0300
British lawmaker dies after stabbing while meeting constituents
Police say 25-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder after the incident in Essex.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:08:12 +0300
Turkish President Erdogan to host German Chancellor Merkel on Oct. 16
‘You cannot ignore Turkey, it is member of NATO, it also plays central role for EU in fight against illegal migration,’ Angela Merkel recently stated.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:56:15 +0300
Turkey could run Kabul airport if deals reached with Qatar, Afghanistan: Erdogan
Taliban should take just stance in relations with Turkey, says president.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:54:00 +0300
1 in 5 people in EU at risk of poverty, social exclusion
Over 96M people experienced risk of poverty, deprivation in 2020, according to latest Eurostat data.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:51:25 +0300
UN urges countries to ease family reunification for Afghans
Simple procedures can prevent refugees from taking perilous, irregular journeys, says UN Refugee Agency.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:48:55 +0300
Tunisia's Ennahda says current government violates constitution
Party characterizes new leaders ‘de facto government’.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:47:11 +0300
AUKUS alliance undermines security in Asia-Pacific: Russia
Pact between US, UK, Australia carries risks for nuclear non-proliferation regime, says Russian Foreign Ministry official.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:44:29 +0300
Uzbekistan does not want US mission, Russia says
Russian foreign minister insists Uzbekistan will not allow US troops on its soil, while Tashkent holding talks with US military delegation.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:42:09 +0300
G20 states not on track to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius: Report
Developed countries need to urgently strengthen their climate action, says Climate Transparency Report 2021.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:38:54 +0300
Russia, US mull fresh Putin-Biden meeting
'There is absolutely obvious mutual aspiration to develop such contacts,' says Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:35:39 +0300
Russia COVID deaths skyrocket in past week as daily toll tops almost 1,000
For a new all-time high of daily fatalities and infections, Russia records 986 deaths, nearly 31,300 cases.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:32:10 +0300
Many questions about far-right NSU murders remain unresolved: German spy chief
Haldenwang says security agencies made serious mistakes, failed to protect Turkish community members from neo-Nazi terror.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:30:40 +0300
G20 finance ministers endorse plan on global minimum tax
Bloc also backs coordinating efforts to tackle climate change, promote greener transition.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:15:15 +0300
Deadly bow-and-arrow attack act of terror: Norwegian police
Police declares attack terror act that killed 5 but says no high threat in Norway.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:13:26 +0300
EU Commission summons three EU ambassadors over situation of migrants
Envoys from Poland, Lithuania, Latvia to discuss 'dire situation' of asylum-seekers coming from Belarus.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:11:30 +0300
US, Greece sign extension of defense cooperation pact
Agreement makes US-Greek Mutual Defense and Cooperation Agreement indefinite, says top US diplomat.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:09:54 +0300
Rise in food prices continues to drive US inflation upward
US food inflation posts highest y-o-y rise since 2011, going up by 4.6% this September.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:04:19 +0300
In talks with Taliban, Turkey underlines need for inclusive Afghan government
Turkish foreign minister repeats advice on girls' education, women's employment in Afghanistan at meeting with Taliban delegation in Ankara.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 17:34:08 +0300
At least 6 killed, over 30 wounded in Beirut protest violence
Shooting started near protest by Hezbollah, Amal Movement supporters for removal of Beirut port blast judge.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:09:47 +0300
Climate disasters cost more than $100B in US this year: Study
From storms to cyclones, floods to drought and wildfires, US has suffered extensive damage in first 9 months of 2021.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:07:36 +0300
Abraham Accords won’t bring peace as long as occupation continues: Qatar
Remarks come during Global Security Forum being held in Doha.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:06:02 +0300
Russia's virus toll mounts as daily fatalities hit yet another high
984 deaths, more than 28,700 new infections recorded over past day, active cases now above 726,200.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:03:52 +0300
Int'l financial bodies boost growth forecasts for Turkey
Turkey enjoys rapid recovery thanks to progress in vaccination, strong trends in industrial production.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:02:04 +0300
US inflation sees 5.4% in September, largest since 2008
Energy index rises 24.8%; food increases 4.6%.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:55:50 +0300
Little Amal, symbol of child refugees, reaches Paris
Giant puppet depicting Syrian refugee girl will end Europe tour in Manchester, UK in early November.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:53:49 +0300
Striking street art puts Bosnia's Mostar in global spotlight
Mostar has murals by artists from countries including US, Argentina, Spain, Italy, according to local festival organizer.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:52:07 +0300
US lifts restrictions for vaccinated travelers from Canada, Mexico
US begins taking fully vaccinated travelers for non-essential purposes in November, says statement.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:48:32 +0300
French soldier dies in maintenance accident in Mali
Adrien Quelin, 29, died after truck cabin fell while he was working on vehicle’s engine, says French military.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:47:08 +0300
Man who confessed to killing 10 children in Kenya escapes from police cell
20-year-old Milimu told police he drank victims' blood after killing them.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:44:18 +0300
Islamic Jihad inmates stage hunger strike in Israeli jails
Hunger strike aims to protest Israeli punitive measures against inmates.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:42:30 +0300
Illegal or inalienable? China, India spar over territory as border row simmers
Beijing says India established Arunachal Pradesh 'unilaterally, illegally,' New Delhi claims province an 'integral part'.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:40:52 +0300
Cargo shipped to UK hit by logistics problems
Danish shipping company Maersk says it diverts 1 ship per week away from Felixstowe port due to lack of empty space.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:37:33 +0300
Spike in extreme poverty inevitable due to insufficient COVID-19 aid in Africa
Weak social protection systems, corruption leave millions across Africa hungry, desperate for help, says Human Rights Watch.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:34:17 +0300
Russian-backed YPG/PKK threatens safe zones in Syria
YPG/PKK stages frequent attacks in Azaz, Marea, Al Bab, Jarablus, Afrin, Tal Abyad and Ras al-Ayn in northern Syria.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:32:05 +0300
US affirms 'strength,' 'endurance' of bilateral ties with Israel
Iran at center of discussions between US vice president and Israel's top diplomat.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:10:49 +0300
Germany's economic sentiment down in October
Economic development of eurozone also decrease for fifth consecutive time, Germany-based research center says.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:07:52 +0300
Russia-US ties may worsen, Russian high-ranking diplomat warns
Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov, US Undersecretary of State Nuland discuss problems in bilateral ties at meeting in Moscow.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:06:07 +0300
Hundreds more evacuated as La Palma lava changes path
Around 750 people given 6 hours to grab their most important belongings and leave their homes on Spanish island.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:01:42 +0300
We must find pragmatic agreements with Turkey: Merkel
German chancellor says Turkey remains important partner for West despite political differences on various issues.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:59:21 +0300
'Race against time': UN calls for humanitarian aid before winter in Afghanistan
Needs of Afghans rising day by day, says UN Refugee Agency spokesman.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:56:48 +0300
Greece's Crete Island jolted with 6.3 magnitude earthquake
Minor damage, landslides reported but no casualties, according to media reports.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:54:23 +0300
For 1st time, Iraqi women secure 97 parliament seats
Female candidates surpass quota, win over 29% of seats.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:52:32 +0300
EU Commission pledges over $1B support package for Afghanistan
At G20 meeting, top EU official announces fast humanitarian aid for Afghanistan, neighboring countries.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:51:06 +0300
French president unveils €30B futuristic green investment plan
Macron says France will invest in nuclear, automobile, health sectors to revive economy.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:49:29 +0300
Energy crisis could lead to faster-than-expected rise in carbon emissions
Global carbon emissions between Jan-Aug are already only 1% lower than peak emission levels of same period in 2019.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:45:49 +0300
Trafficking victims should be allowed to stay in UK, high court rules
Judgement will save thousands from deportation to home countries.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:36:43 +0300
China to support biodiversity protection in developing countries
There is ‘need to solve problems brought by industrial civilization,’ President Xi tells UN Biodiversity Conference.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:34:13 +0300
IMF revises down global growth projection to 5.9% for 2021
Risks to economic prospects rise, policy trade-offs become more complex, says International Monetary Fund.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:29:19 +0300
‘Mounting evidence’ of refugee pushbacks from Greece to Turkey: UN
‘Every person, every migrant, trying to cross international border has right of individual assessment,’ says UN rights official.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:39:15 +0300
5 Indian soldiers killed in Kashmir gunfight
Deadly shoot-out between militants, Indian forces comes amid spate of violence in disputed Himalayan region.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:34:08 +0300
7 European countries looking for new governments
Germany, Austria, Czechia, Netherlands, Bulgaria, Norway, Romania in need of new governments.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:31:37 +0300
EU sanctions 6 more Russians involved in Navalny’s poisoning
Bloc targets Syrian officials, Russian individuals with asset freeze, travel ban for use of chemical weapons.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:29:53 +0300
Belgian police admit using controversial facial recognition software
Use of Clearview AI ‘was not structural,’ it is illegal under Belgian law, says Belgian interior minister.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:26:15 +0300
'Baseless accusations': Azerbaijan rejects Iran's claims about presence of terrorists
Our advice to those who want to look for terrorists is to take a good look around themselves, says Foreign Ministry.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:24:00 +0300
Nobel Prize in economics goes to 3 US-based economists
David Card, Joshua D. Angrist, Guido W. Imbens deemed worthy of prize for contributions to labor economics, analysis of causal relationships.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:22:21 +0300
Algerian Muslim scholars refute Macron’s claims on Ottomans
French president recently alleged Ottomans colonized Algeria before France.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:19:50 +0300
Alexander Schallenberg sworn in as new Austrian chancellor
Former foreign minister appointed to post after Sebastian Kurz's resignation amid corruption probe.

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:18:09 +0300
Non-Aligned Movement marks 60th anniversary in Serbia
2-day summit in Belgrade hosts representatives of over 100 countries, including Turkish foreign minister.



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