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Tensions escalate globally, highlighted by last-minute talks attempting to prevent US tariffs on Canadian goods and projectile attacks in the Strait of Hormuz orchestrated by Iran. Additionally, the fate of a Gaza ceasefire remains unclear following negotiations between Jared Kushner and Benjamin Netanyahu. Meanwhile, a 60-day deadline for an Iran peace deal is expiring, with Turkey urging diplomatic efforts.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan signed a law offering conditional pardons to thousands of Kurdish militants as part of a government peace effort with the PKK. The measure will only take effect after Turkey’s National Security Council confirms that the group has fully dissolved and disarmed itself. The legislation suspends certain prison sentences and postpones ongoing investigations for up to ten years, pending oversight by a newly established committee.

An unidentified projectile damaged a ship's engine room and caused a crew casualty while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz off Oman. The attack underscores persistent danger in the waterway as Iran manages negotiations with Oman to regulate passage. Separately, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged U.S. President Donald Trump to continue seeking a diplomatic resolution for the conflict with Iran.

A ship was struck by an unidentified projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz off Oman, causing engine room damage and a crew casualty. The incident highlights continued danger in the waterway as the U.S. blockades Iranian shipping traffic. Separately, Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged U.S. President Donald Trump to pursue a diplomatic solution amid stalled negotiations between the United States and Iran.

A ship was hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz early Tuesday morning, damaging its engine room and resulting in crew casualties according to the UKMTO. The incident emphasizes the ongoing dangers as Iran continues to manage shipping traffic, while the U.S. currently blocks Iranian vessels passing through the area. Furthermore, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged U.S. President Donald Trump to seek diplomatic solutions regarding the conflict with Iran.

Turkey's parliament is set to debate a draft bill that would grant conditional amnesty and rehabilitation to thousands of PKK members, suspending some prison sentences and postponing investigations for up to ten years. The legislation only takes effect after Turkey’s National Security Council confirms that the group has disbanded and surrendered all weapons. Abdullah Ocalan and those sentenced to life terms before 2005 are specifically excluded from the bill’s provisions.

Turkey's parliament is set to debate a draft bill offering conditional amnesty for thousands of PKK militants as part of a government peace initiative. The legislation outlines procedures that would suspend some prison sentences and postpone investigations and trials for up to ten years, provided the National Security Council confirms the group has disbanded.

Turkey’s parliament was set to debate a draft bill introducing conditional amnesty for thousands of PKK members as part of the government's peace initiative. The legislation would suspend some prison sentences and postpone ongoing investigations and trials, provided that National Security Council confirms the group has disbanded. The provisions exclude militants convicted of intentional killings or those sentenced to life terms before 2005.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister stated that the newly signed Mecca Joint Defense Agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkey is purely defensive in nature and remains open to other nations. The agreement stipulates that an armed attack against any one of the three states shall be regarded as an attack against them all, strengthening strategic security cooperation among the countries.

A bill to advance peace between Turkey and Kurdish militants was filed in parliament, offering pardons for non-violent PKK members and outlining disarmament procedures. The PKK declared disarmament and withdrawal of fighters from Turkey, but still holds significant weapons.

A Turkish court ordered X to block Ekrem Imamoglu's candidacy account. Imamoglu is a member of the Republican People's Party and considered the main challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

China has intensified its public relations efforts in Turkey following the collapse of BYD's planned electric vehicle plant investment. The failed deal, which included tax incentives for BYD, led to strained relations and prompted China to launch a propaganda campaign through media engagement and high-level diplomatic initiatives.

Turkey is seeking to participate in a new Lebanon security initiative following the expiration of the UN peacekeeping mission UNIFIL at year-end. Other nations like France and Italy have also expressed interest in a successor force, while Lebanon and Israel continue to navigate a U.S.-mediated agreement to withdraw troops and disarm Hezbollah.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is visiting Ankara to hold talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, aiming to clarify and define the bilateral relationship amid Lebanon's efforts to balance ties with multiple regional powers. The visit focuses on political alignment, Turkey's concerns over Lebanon's regional positioning, and potential military and diplomatic cooperation, without signing bilateral treaties.

Turkish police detained former actor Erdal Besikcioglu, mayor of Etimesgut Municipality, in raids targeting opposition officials. He is investigated for irregularities and forgery in municipal tenders, alongside other municipal officials and company representatives. Over 50 suspects were detained, and searches were conducted at 71 locations.

Ahmet Davutoglu announced the dissolution of his Future Party and withdrawal from party politics, citing a 'dirty political climate.' The party struggled to challenge the ruling AKP, securing only 0.11 percent of the vote in 2024 local elections and four parliamentary seats after initial success in 2023.

Iraq’s new prime minister, Ali al-Zaidi, visited Turkey to discuss a pipeline project aimed at diversifying Iraq’s oil exports and to address security, trade, and infrastructure cooperation. The talks also involve Turkey’s peace efforts with the PKK and Iraq’s commitment to disarming militias amid tensions with Saudi Arabia.

Iraq's new prime minister, Ali al-Zaidi, is in Turkey to discuss pipeline construction, trade, and security. The talks include infrastructure projects and Turkey's peace efforts with the PKK, which has been waging an insurgency since 1984.

Ozgur Ozel, deposed leader of Turkey's Republican People's Party (CHP), formed the 'New Party' to challenge President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Ozel and 90 legislators resigned from CHP after a court annulled his 2023 leadership election, reinstating Kemal Kilicdaroglu. The New Party, with 91 legislators, is expected to become the main opposition to Erdogan's ruling Justice and Development Party.

A Turkish governor was dismissed after photos in cycling attire sparked controversy, leading to public campaigns for his reinstatement. Critics from opposition and ruling parties argued the clothing violated cultural norms, while supporters highlighted his work promoting sports and tourism.

Ozgur Ozel, a Turkish opposition leader, announced a new political party after a court removed him as chairman of the Republican People's Party (CHP). The court's decision and ongoing investigations have weakened the CHP, creating a divided opposition landscape that could impact President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's 2028 election prospects.

Ozgur Ozel, the ousted leader of Turkey’s Republican People’s Party (CHP), announced plans to form a new party following a controversial court ruling that removed him from his post. The court annulled CHP’s November 2023 leadership election, reinstating Kemal Kilicdaroglu, and Ozel aims to establish the new party as the main opposition force in the Grand National Assembly.

DW correspondent Alican Uludag has been re-arrested in Turkey, two months after his release from detention on charges including 'insulting' President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Ozgur Ozel, the deposed leader of Turkey's Republican People's Party (CHP), announced plans to form a new party called Yeni Parti to challenge President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. His removal as CHP leader by a court order and the reinstatement of Kemal Kilicdaroglu sparked controversy, with Ozel accusing the court of politically motivated actions. The new party is expected to attract many CHP legislators and position itself as the main parliamentary opposition.

Israeli media reports claim Turkey was prepared to provide aerial support to Iran to prevent a Kurdish militia incursion during the Israeli-US war on Iran. US President Donald Trump stated he urged Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to avoid involvement in the conflict, which escalated tensions between Israel and Turkey.

The article discusses U.S. President Trump's consideration of reinstating Turkey into the F-35 program after a diplomatic show of support during a NATO summit. It argues against this move, citing risks from Turkey's continued possession of the Russian S-400 air defense system, regional security concerns from Israel and Greece, and Turkey's reliance on Chinese telecommunications infrastructure.

Reza Zarrab, a businessman who admitted helping Iran evade U.S. sanctions through gold trades with a Turkish bank, will not face additional prison time after cooperating with U.S. investigators. His case strained U.S.-Turkey relations as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan publicly opposed the allegations, claiming they were part of a U.S. plot against Turkey.

Reza Zarrab, a key witness in the U.S. investigation into Halkbank's alleged Iranian sanctions evasion, was sentenced to time served. The U.S. dropped the case against Halkbank due to Turkey's role in brokering the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. Zarrab had pleaded guilty in 2017 and testified against Turkish officials, including implicating Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and armed forces chief Selcuk Bayraktaroglu in Ankara. The visit, part of a two-day official trip, focused on strengthening defense and military cooperation between Pakistan and Turkey, with discussions on regional security and bilateral collaboration.

Erdogan gifted Trump a gold-plated revolver during a NATO summit in Ankara. The Turkish-made .357 Magnum revolver, presented in a box with the Turkish flag and NATO logo, was one of several similar weapons given to NATO leaders, but Trump's was the only gold-plated version. The exchange reflects closer U.S.-Turkey relations, with potential sanctions relief over Turkey's S-400 missile system purchase.

Turkiye's health ministry fined over 100 obstetrician-gynaecologists for performing Caesarean sections, suspending them and requiring training. The country has the highest C-section rate among OECD nations, prompting government efforts to promote natural births under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's 'Decade of the Family' initiative.

NATO leaders received engraved revolvers from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a summit to showcase Turkey's defense industry. Many leaders had to leave the gifts behind due to their countries' gun laws or donated them to museums. The revolvers were produced by Turkey's MKE and highlighted the country's growing military production capabilities.

NATO leaders attending a summit in Turkey received engraved revolvers from President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to highlight Turkey's defense industry. Many leaders left the firearms behind due to their countries' gun laws or donated them to museums.

NATO leaders received engraved revolvers from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a summit to highlight Turkey's defense industry. Most leaders left the firearms behind due to gun laws in their countries, with some donating them to museums or having them decommissioned.

The United States is resuming military sales to Turkey after lifting sanctions related to Turkey's purchase of Russian air defense systems. President Trump emphasized his positive relationship with President Erdogan at the NATO summit, but Israel has expressed dissatisfaction with the decision.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan gifted personalized revolvers with live ammunition to NATO leaders after a summit in Ankara, prompting customs and security procedures in several countries. Recipients included Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, and others, with some leaders storing the firearms securely or donating them to museums.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan presented NATO leaders with a vintage revolver and a box of ammunition following a summit in Ankara.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan gifted NATO leaders vintage revolvers with live ammunition to showcase Turkey’s defense industry. The revolvers, produced by Turkish arms maker MKE, were received by leaders including Belgium’s Prime Minister Bart De Wever and Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda, with some handling the gifts by securing them in police or embassy storage. Turkey’s small arms exports ranked third globally between 2019 and 2024, according to the Small Arms Survey.

Turkey prevented an Israeli and US-backed Kurdish incursion into Iran during a conflict earlier this year. Kurdish militias were preparing an attack with US support, but the operation was halted due to pressure from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

After a NATO summit in Turkey, leaders received vintage revolvers with live ammunition from President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to showcase Turkey's defense industry. Belgium's prime minister discovered a handgun in his luggage upon returning home.