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I once saw Enes Kanter speak truth to power. Now he only punches down

Nearly a decade after I watched him defy Erdoğan at great personal cost, Kanter is using his hard-won freedom to turn transgender people into a national punchline

The Guardian - US

Syria says Israel talks addressed de-escalation, staying out of Israel-Turkey tensions

DAMASCUS - Syria said it held talks with Israel in Jordan on Sunday on de-escalation after recent Israeli strikes, and on keeping the country out of tensions between Israel and Turkey, an ally of Damascus.

Bangkok Post

Syria says US-mediated talks addressed de-escalation, staying out of Israel-Turkey tensions

Syria and Israel held US-mediated talks in Jordan on Sunday to defuse the crisis sparked by a strike that Israel said was aimed at preventing a Turkish military deployment. Damascus says it wants to stay out of the tensions between Israel and Turkey.

France 24

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Iran invited to join Mecca pact by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan: Report

Iran has been invited to join the Mecca Agreement for Mutual Defense, a new security alliance formed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, Al Mayadeen reported, citing a senior Iranian official.

The Times of India

A US envoy says Israel did not give a warning to the US ahead of a recent Syria air strike

The United States' special envoy to Syria says Israel did not warn Washington ahead of striking an air base in northern Syria despite fears of escalation with Turkey

The Independent UK

Israel conducts fresh strike in Syria after US criticism

Israel conducted a strike in Syria, drawing criticism from US envoy Tom Barrack. Barrack slammed the attack as an unnecessary escalation, which Israel refuted. Prime Minister Netanyahu accused Turkey of seeking military presence at the air base. Syria reported an Israeli drone strike wounding a man near the Golan Heights.…

The Economic Times

Turkey seeks Interpol arrest warrant for Netanyahu over Gaza flotilla detention

Turkey said Friday it is seeking an international arrest warrant from Interpol for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as part of a domestic criminal case over Israel's interception and detention of dozens of activists attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to the besieged Gaza Strip in May. In response, Netanyahu's office…

France 24

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The next war nobody wants: Can Israel and Turkey avoid a conflict?

Israel's recent strike on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase signals a new dangerous front. The underlying contest involves shaping Syria's future military and political order. Israel views Turkish-backed Syrian military as a strategic threat to its security. Turkey sees Israeli actions as an attempt to limit its regional influence. The possibility…

The Economic Times

Settlers kill a Palestinian teen in a West Bank clash, and other Middle East developments

Israeli settlers have killed a Palestinian teenager after a rock-throwing incident in the occupied West Bank

The Independent UK

Syrians who came home after al-Assad's fall find a complicated reality

Nearly 3.6 million Syrians have returned since al-Assad's fall to destroyed homes, dysfunctional bureaucracy, power cuts and wages a fraction of what they earned abroad. Euronews spoke with those who returned: some are rebuilding, while others are already planning to leave again.

Euronews

Marc Dubin obituary

Other lives: Travel writer specialising in Greece, Turkey and the eastern Mediterranean

The Guardian - UK

US places sanctions on 10 people over alleged Hezbollah cash-smuggling ring

Courier network carried millions of dollars in cash to Lebanon on commercial flights, treasury department says

The Guardian - US

In 2016, Turkey sank a retired Airbus A300 into the Aegean Sea to create an artificial reef for marine life

In June 2016, authorities in Turkey carried out an unusual experiment off the Aegean coast near the resort town of Kuşadası, deliberately sinking a retired Airbus A300 passenger jet to create an artificial reef. The aircraft, purchased by the Aydın provincial government for around 270,000 Turkish lira, or roughly $93,000…

The Times of India

Iran dismisses US economic threats and other developments in the Middle East

Iran rejected United States President Donald Trump's economic threats and isolation policies. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom and other nations condemned Israel's controversial settlement project. Syria's foreign minister visited Pakistan, which is working to de-escalate tensions. Pakistani crew members killed in a Houthi attack were repatriated to their homeland.

The Economic Times

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Mossad chief, Syria minister discussed Turkey troops days before Israeli strike

Israel's spy chief Roman Gofman spoke with Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani last week. They discussed Turkey's increasing military presence and weapons sales within Syria. This high-level contact occurred just days before Israel bombed a Syrian airbase. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned against Turkish troops threatening Israel's security. Turkey rejected Israel's…

The Economic Times

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel sent 'clear message' to Turkey over Syria airstrikes

Israel warned Turkey against establishing a military foothold in Syria. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated Israel would not tolerate a Turkish military presence moving south. These remarks followed Israeli airstrikes on an airport in Syria's Idlib province. Turkey rejected Israel's claims and accused Netanyahu of destabilizing policies. International bodies expressed concern…

France 24

'She'll never leave me': Who is Natalie Harp, Trump's most devoted aide?

Natalie Harp has spent years operating close to US President Donald Trump while attracting little public attention. But recent events have thrust the 35-year-old presidential aide into the spotlight, including accompanying Trump on a secret flight from Turkey during a reported security threat.

Bangkok Post

As election looms, Netanyahu puts Turkey in Israel's crosshairs

JERUSALEM - After more than two years of ordering on Israel's enemies across the Middle East, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, facing a tough re-election fight, is zeroing in on another perceived villain -- Turkey.

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Trump Aide Natalie Harp Allegedly 'Went Crazy' After Learning She Wasn't on the President's Flight

Donald Trump's fiercely loyal executive assistant, Natalie Harp, has drawn intense scrutiny after reportedly suffering a meltdown when left off his secret military flight out of Turkey.

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Forehead Reduction Surgery in Turkey: Why Hairline Correction Is Transforming Modern Facial Aesthetics

When discussing facial attractiveness, many people immediately think of the nose, eyes, or lips. Yet one of the most influential features is often overlooked—the hairline.

The Independent UK

Israeli strikes hit an air base hours after a Turkish delegation visit, Syrian officials say

Israeli airstrikes have hit the Abu Duhur air base in northern Syria, Syrian officials say

The Guardian - US

Is Turkey home to savvy signings or a new retirement league? We’ll soon find out

Mohamed Salah’s arrival made a splash, but the Turkish Super Lig will probably become the latest league to end up as a bailout fund for Europe’s powerhouses

The Economic Times

In 2016, Turkey deliberately sank an entire Airbus A300, turning a passenger jet into an artificial reef, 75 feet below the surface

A decommissioned Airbus A300 was deliberately submerged off the coast of Turkey to enhance diving tourism and safeguard marine ecosystems. This initiative reflects a rising trend along Turkey's shoreline. Though divers are drawn to shipwrecks, many still favor natural habitats. These man-made reefs provide an extraordinary underwater adventure for tourists…

Euronews

EU-backed electricity link to Cyprus stalls amid regional tensions

The nearly €2 billion Great Sea Interconnector subsea cable would connect Cyprus to the EU's electricity system and end Nicosia's energy isolation. However, Turkey's maritime ambitions and financing issues have been stalling the project, which was meant to become operational in 2024.

France 24

France slams far-right Israeli minister's 'inhumane' call for mass killings in Gaza

France and Germany on Wednesday slammed remarks by Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir calling for Israel to kill "30 or 40" people every night in the Gaza Strip. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot condemned the comments as “intolerable and inhumane”, adding that ongoing Israeli settler violence against Palestinians…

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