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Houthis would target any Israeli presence in Somaliland, leader warns
The leader of Yemen's Houthi group warned that any Israeli presence in the unrecognized region of Somaliland would be a military target for their forces, citing it as an act of aggression against Soma...
Turkey moves closer to unmanned air warfare
Türkiye has successfully conducted flight tests with two prototype unmanned combat aircraft from Baykar. During these tests, the third and fifth prototypes of the Bayraktar KIZILELMA performed autonom...
Israel becomes first country to recognize Somaliland in slight to Turkey
Israel has become the first country officially to recognize Somaliland, potentially undermining Turkey's influence and interests in Somalia and the Horn of Africa....
Turkey’s Kızılelma combat drone hits test target in all-Turkish setup
During testing on November 29, Turkey's Kızılelma combat drone successfully struck an aerial target beyond visual range for the first time. The entire system used was of Turkish origin....
Turkey Signs $11 Billion Eurofighter Deal
Turkey has signed a deal worth approximately £8 billion ($11 billion) to purchase 20 new-build Eurofighter Typhoons and potentially acquire another 24 second-hand aircraft from Oman and Qatar. The dea...
Trump-Erdogan ties pay off for Turkey in 2025 as Ankara pushes for F-35s
Top-level diplomacy between Turkey and the US resulted in some progress but did not resolve the dispute over defense sanctions due to Turkey's purchase of S-400 systems. Despite this, Turkey continues...
US President Trump Claims He Saved NATO From Collapse
US President Donald Trump claims that he saved NATO from collapsing by demanding more burden sharing among member states and insisting on increased defense spending....
Turkey plans to form 'Islamic NATO' with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan
Turkey is in discussions with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to establish an alliance referred to as the 'Islamic NATO', aiming to enhance strategic cooperation among Muslim-majority countries....
Turkey's return to the F-35 program necessary for NATO's invincibility
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasizes the importance of Turkey’s reintegration into the F-35 fighter jet program, stating it is essential for maintaining NATO's strategic advantage and def...
Erdogan: Turkey's Return to F-35 Program Enhances NATO Security
Turkish President Erdogan has stated that Turkey's return to the F-35 jet fighter program will enhance NATO security. The statement comes amid ongoing negotiations over Turkey’s participation in the F...
Erdogan defends F-35 jet acquisition as necessary for NATO security
Turkish President Erdogan has defended his country's decision to acquire F-35 fighter jets, stating that the purchase is essential for maintaining the strategic and defensive capabilities of NATO. He ...
Erdogan on Bloomberg: 'Key to NATO security is Turkey's return to F-35 program'
Turkish President Erdogan spoke with Bloomberg, stating that the resumption of Turkey’s participation in the F-35 joint strike fighter jet program is crucial for NATO security. He emphasized the impor...
Erdogan: Turkey's Transition from Eurofighter to F-35 Is Necessary for NATO Security
Turkish President Erdogan has stated that transitioning from the Eurofighter to the F-35 aircraft is necessary for ensuring NATO security. The statement underscores Turkey's strategic alignment and co...
President Erdogan: Turkey's receipt of F-35 fighter jets is important and necessary for NATO security
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that the acquisition of F-35 fighter jets by Turkey is crucial for enhancing NATO’s overall security. The statement underscores the strategic importance o...
Erdogan pushes Turkish return to F-35 program
Turkish President Erdogan advocates for Turkey’s return to the U.S.-led F-35 fighter jet program, emphasizing its potential benefits for NATO security and restoring relations with Washington. During a...
IMEMO RAS Evaluates Probability of Transferring Taurus to Ukraine
The Institute for World Economy and International Relations (IMEMO) of the Russian Academy of Sciences has assessed the likelihood that Turkey might transfer its Taurus missile systems to Ukraine. The...
Key to Security is Turkey! Balkan Crisis Grows in EU and NATO
The article highlights the growing tension and crisis in the Balkans as seen from the perspective of EU and NATO security concerns. It emphasizes Turkey's pivotal role in maintaining stability in the ...
Middle East fighter jet deals, missile defenses and peace talks: 2026 preview
The article discusses potential developments in the Middle East for 2026 including Turkey and Saudi Arabia potentially acquiring F-35 jets, possible conflict involving Lebanon, advancements in missile...
Atlantic Order Tyranny: The Necessity of Leadership for USA, NATO, UK, and Turkey
The article discusses the perceived role and necessity of leadership by key countries within the Atlantic Alliance framework, focusing on the United States, NATO as an institution, the United Kingdom,...
The next ‘big bang’: How the EU can fast-track enlargement amid geopolitical tensions
The article discusses the challenges and considerations for the European Union (EU) in potentially expanding its membership rapidly to include countries from the Western Balkans, Ukraine, and Moldova....
What If Turkey's Military Coup Succeeded?
Exploration of alternative scenarios had Turkey's military successfully overthrown President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on July 15th, analyzing the potential political and societal outcomes if such a coup m...
Cyprus Becomes EU Presidency: Will Relations with Turkey Be Affected?
Cyprus has assumed the presidency of the European Union for six months starting from July 2022. The article discusses how this might influence its bilateral relations with Turkey, which are currently ...
Turkey's Fidan to visit UAE as Iran unrest, Gulf tensions intensify
Turkish intelligence chief Fidan is set to visit the United Arab Emirates amidst rising tensions and unrest in the region. The trip comes at a time of heightened diplomatic activity regarding Gaza, gr...
Is Turkey Seeking Pakistan's Protection Too? NATO Is Complicated
The article discusses potential shifts in geopolitical alliances where Turkey might be considering strategic partnerships with countries like Pakistan, causing mixed feelings among NATO member states ...
NATO Secretary General Praises Bayraktar TB2 from SHAA
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has expressed praise for Turkey's Bayraktar TB2 drones in their operations within NATO's Shared Air Picture (SHAA). The endorsement highlights the effectiveness...
Demonstrators in London, Paris, Istanbul back Iran protests
Demonstrations supporting protests in Iran occurred in major European cities on Sunday. In London, rallies initially gathered around the Iranian embassy and later approached the British Prime Minister...
Storm Goretti continues to cause travel mayhem and power outages in northern Europe
Storm Goretti has led to significant disruptions across Europe, including deaths reported recently in Turkey with five fatalities. These incidents are part of broader weather-related accidents that ha...
Erdogan seeks Turkey's return to the F-35 program
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has expressed his desire for Turkey to rejoin the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, which was suspended due to disputes over the procurement of Russian S-400 ai...
NATO Criticizes Turkey Over Militia It Includes Finland
Turkey has faced criticism from NATO members over its involvement with militias that include groups also present in Finland, highlighting the growing tension within the alliance....
Turkey Takes Legislative Measure Against Drone Threats
Turkey has enacted new legislation aimed at addressing security threats posed by drones. The move reflects Turkey's efforts to strengthen its national security measures against advanced drone technolo...
Ukraine Plans Change! Wants Europe's Ceasefire Entrusted to Turkey: Critical Talks on Ankara Line
Ukraine is considering entrusting the European ceasefire to Turkey as part of new strategic plans. This involves critical diplomatic discussions taking place between Ukrainian and Turkish officials in...
Turkey detains 110 suspects in operation targeting Islamic State after deadly clash
Turkish police detained 110 suspects linked to the Islamic State after an eight-hour siege operation on Tuesday following a deadly clash that left three police officers and six militants dead. The arr...
Turkey: Islamic State militants and police officers killed in clash
Turkish security forces clashed with Islamic State (IS) militants in Yalova province, resulting in six militants and three police officers being killed. Ten individuals were wounded during the eight-h...
NATO Secretary General Rasmussen Praises Bayraktar TB2 Drones: Technologies Impressed Me
NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen expressed admiration for Turkey's domestically developed Bayraktar TB2 drones, noting that their advanced technologies made a significant impression on hi...
Turkey bars Iranians from protesting outside Istanbul consulate
On Sunday, Turkish authorities blocked Iranians from protesting outside Iran's consulate in Istanbul, deploying police and restricting movement around the area. This follows ongoing anti-government pr...
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine security chief ahead of Paris talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Andriy Yepanasyuk as the country's head of security services. This decision comes just days before important diplomatic talks in Paris involving U...
Erdogan’s Suffocating Pressure on F-35s
Turkish President Erdogan has been applying pressure for the delivery of F-35 fighter jets, despite Turkey's purchase being controversial due to its stance on Syria and procurement of Russian S-400 mi...
Turkey Considers It Unjust to Be Excluded from U.S. F-35 Program
The Turkish government asserts that its exclusion from the United States' F-35 program is unjustified and expresses dissatisfaction with this decision....
Message from President Erdogan about F-35: Necessary for NATO security!
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has highlighted the importance of the F-35 fighter jets for NATO's overall security and defense capabilities....
Erdogan's F-35 Statement! Important for NATO Security
Turkish President Erdogan made comments regarding Turkey's acquisition of F-35 fighter jets and its implications for NATO security. The statement highlights the importance of these aircraft to NATO's ...
Turkey's Erdogan says he will discuss Ukraine, Gaza with Trump on Monday
Turkish President Erdogan announced he will have a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump on January 3rd to discuss the peace talks between Ukraine and Russia as well as issues in Gaza. Additiona...
Cyprus agitated as Netanyahu drags it into Israel–Turkey tensions
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is accused of involving Cyprus in tense relations between Turkey and Israel to boost his popularity rather than acting in the interest of all countries invol...
Seven Turkish police wounded in clash with Islamic State militants
On Monday in Yalova province, northwest Turkey, seven police officers were injured and suspected members of the Islamic State engaged in clashes. Sporadic gunfire was reported near the scene, where a ...
Closed-door breakdown in Syria-Kurdish talks foreshadowed Aleppo clashes
The failure of closed-door negotiations brokered by the US between Syria and Kurdish forces has set the stage for further violence in Aleppo as Turkey continues to pressure Damascus regarding the futu...
Turkey eyes offshore energy pact with Syria in 2026 amid East Med isolation
Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has proposed an offshore energy agreement with Syria for the year 2026, potentially upsetting regional powers involved in the gas-rich Eastern Mediterranean...
Hamed bin Jassim Comments on Turkey's Possible Joining of Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Defense Agreement - Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera reports that Hamed bin Jassim commented on the possibility of Turkey joining a defense agreement between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Bin Jassim noted potential implications for stability in ...
NATO's brain entrusted to Turkey! Permanent agreement announced
The article discusses NATO announcing a permanent arrangement with Turkey, which involves significant cooperation or operational coordination that could be likened to enhancing strategic collaboration...
Muslim Alliance Frightening Israel! Panic Abroad
The article discusses concerns within Israel over the growing influence and cooperation among Muslim nations, suggesting that this development has resulted in a sense of panic both in Israel and inter...
Bloomberg: Erdogan Open to Putin and Zelenskiy
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Turkey remains open to relations with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, according to Bloomberg. This...
Critical Ethics in Turkish Defense Industry: NATO Accepts for First Time
NATO has approved critical ethics standards for the Turkish defense industry for the first time, marking an important development in aligning Turkey's military manufacturing with international ethical...
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