Libya Ratifies 2019 Maritime Accord with Turkey

Turkey Joins Ibero-American Conference as Observer

Turkey has secured Associate Observer status at the Ibero-American Conference, with its application approved at a meeting of Ibero-American foreign ministers during the UN General Assembly's High-Level Week. Ankara is set to attend the 30th Ibero-American Summit in Madrid in November 2026 as part of its stated multidimensional policy toward Latin America and the Caribbean.

Türkiye Marks 17th Turkic States Cooperation Day

Türkiye's Foreign Ministry has marked 3 October Turkic States Cooperation Day, commemorating the 17th anniversary of the Nakhchivan Agreement that established the Organization of Turkic States. A summit hosted by Turkey is scheduled for 29–30 October.

Fidan to Visit UAE on 28 September 2026

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates on 28 September 2026, according to an official announcement from Turkey's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The visit was confirmed in press release No. 184, dated 27 September 2026.

Pardoning of Israeli soldier evokes a long history of clemency for those who kill Palestinians

Elor Azaria, who killed a wounded Palestinian assailant, had his criminal record cleared. It follows a history of such pardons and reduced sentences.

Türkiye Condemns Israeli Activities on Syrian Territory

Türkiye's Foreign Ministry has issued a strongly worded statement condemning what it described as Israeli violations of Syrian territory and calling on the international community to act. Ankara reaffirmed its commitment to Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

US Targets Hamas Financing Network in France

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has designated a Hamas military operative in Gaza and a France-based fundraising network accused of channelling nearly $2 million to Hamas through sham charities and cryptocurrency. The action, coordinated between the State Department, Treasury, and FBI, reflects Washington's stated commitment to dismantling Hamas's global financial infrastructure.

One in eight cancers are likely caused by an infection worldwide – new study

Four viruses and one bacteria were responsible for 12% of the world’s cancer cases in 2024. Does this mean they’re preventable?

Social media hasn’t killed personal style, it’s killed how we communicate it

Put down the coffee, walk away from the zebra crossing, think beyond chic and get more creative.

Olive Harvest Under Threat as West Bank Violence Mounts

UN agencies and independent human rights experts warn that escalating settler attacks and Israeli military actions are endangering Palestinian farmers during the annual olive harvest, with 160 harvest-related incidents recorded in two weeks. Demolitions, casualties, and new orders to uproot olive trees compound the threat to Palestinian livelihoods and land rights.

After Sunset: How the Middle East Reclaims Its Day

Across the Middle East, the hours after sunset function as a second day — a cultural and practical response to extreme heat that shapes commerce, family life, and public space. From souks to seaside cornices, the region's evening hours carry a rhythm unlike anywhere else.

How Food Shapes Daily Life Across the Middle East

Food in the Middle East extends far beyond sustenance, functioning as a living record of history, religion, and social identity. From communal bread-breaking to spice-route legacies, the region's culinary practices reflect the rhythms of everyday existence.

The Art of Welcome: How Hospitality Shapes Human Connection

Across the Middle East and beyond, the practice of making guests feel genuinely at home carries deep cultural, social, and economic significance. From ancient tribal customs to modern hotel standards, hospitality remains one of the most studied and practiced forms of human interaction.