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Iran says ‘Muslim Nato’ pact reflects retreat from US security umbrella

Tehran has played down concerns over a new mutual defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, while portraying the agreement as evidence of declining regional reliance on the United States.

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For India, the Mecca pact is a setback. For China, it's a warning

A new defense pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey has been signed. This agreement is seen as a setback for India's regional interests. China may benefit commercially from increased weapon system access. However, the pact could also reduce US military focus in West Asia. This shift might allow greater…

The Times of India

Self-taught Turkish 'linguist' keeps dead language alive

CAVUSTEPE, VAN PROVINCE, Turkey - Mehmet Kusman did not spend very long at school, but he traced the ancient inscriptions chiselled into the black basalt rock and read: "Before me there was nothing. But by the power of the god Haldi I founded this city."

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Ukraine war briefing: North Korea sending 50,000 troops to Russia – Zelenskyy

Kim Jong-un’s regime has already provided thousands of soldiers, as well as missiles and artillery; Turkey readies arms package for Ukraine. What we know on day 1,629

The Guardian - AU

Kurdish PKK criticises Turkey bill on fate of its fighters

ISTANBUL - Outlawed Kurdish group the PKK on Sunday criticised a proposed Turkish law setting out the fate of its fighters after disarmament, a day before parliament prepares to consider it.

Bangkok Post

Iran Guards say won't reopen Hormuz without US meeting all Tehran's conditions

Iran's Revolutionary Guards will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz until its conditions are met. These demands include compensation for war damages and an end to aggression. Attacks in the waterway have caused significant transit drops and international condemnation. Mediators urge both sides to return to peace talks and a…

The Economic Times

Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria as drone explodes near pipeline, Kyiv promises inquiry

An unidentified drone of a type used by Kyiv's army exploded near a pipeline bordering Bulgaria and Romania. The drone entered Bulgarian airspace from Romania before exploding 1,000 metres from the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline.

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Netanyahu rejects US-backed Gaza plan as Trump board head calls it 'only way forward'

A US-backed plan for Gaza remains the “only way forward” to prevent a repeat of Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack, a senior official overseeing the proposal said Sunday. The comments came after Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the 15-point plan for Gaza and stressed that the Israeli military would not…

France 24

Iran says Hormuz won’t reopen until US ‘corrects’ its behavior

Iran issued new demands for the Strait of Hormuz reopening and the UAE reported an Iranian missile attack. Yemen's military launched attacks against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in response to recent strikes. Turkey's parliament approved a draft law advancing peace efforts with Kurdish insurgents. The Strait of Hormuz remains crucial for…

The Economic Times

Egypt may join new defence alliance: Turkey expects Cairo to sign pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia

Egypt could join a new regional defence pact signed by Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said, as the three countries seek to strengthen collective security amid the wider Middle East conflict.

The Times of India

Turkey expects Egypt to join Saudi-Pakistan defence pact

Turkey's foreign minister anticipates Egypt joining a new regional defense agreement. Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed this pact to stabilize the Middle East. The agreement aims to strengthen collective deterrence against regional threats and instability. This alliance is seen as a significant step towards achieving lasting regional stability. The…

The Economic Times

Ukraine war briefing: Turkey calls for ‘moratorium’ on Black Sea attacks by Russia and Ukraine

Commercial ships under attack as Russia-Ukraine conflict spreads across Black Sea, says Turkey’s foreign minister. What we know on day 1,628

The Guardian - AU

'Shouldn't be exclusive club': Pak minister seeks Nato-like Islamic military alliance

Pakistan's defense minister has put forth an innovative concept for an Islamic military coalition, reminiscent of NATO's structure. This initiative follows a newly established defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkey, ensuring collective protection against external attacks. By leveraging Saudi wealth, Turkish defense technology, and Pakistan's military prowess, the agreement…

The Times of India

Ukraine denies targeting Bulgaria as drone explodes near pipeline

SOFIA (BULGARIA) - Ukraine on Saturday denied targeting Bulgaria after a drone exploded close to the strategic Trans-Balkan gas pipeline linking Turkey to Ukraine near the Romanian border.

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Turkey restricts some Black Sea ship traffic amid security concerns

Turkey is restricting some commercial vessel traffic into the Black Sea amid rising Russian and Ukrainian attacks on merchant ships, Bloomberg reported. Some vessels heading to Russia’s Novorossiysk and Ukraine are facing delays in securing transit permits through the Dardanelles Strait.

The Economic Times

What to expect from the new Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan deal

A new defense pact unites Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan against Iran's regional influence. This alliance seeks to offset perceived US unreliability and deter Iranian aggression. The three Sunni nations possess complementary strengths in wealth, military technology, and manpower. This strategic alignment aims to create a regional security architecture independent…

Bangkok Post

Drone explodes near gas pipeline in Bulgaria

SOFIA, Bulgaria - A drone that entered Bulgaria on Saturday exploded near the Romanian border and the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline there, which links Turkey to Ukraine, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced.

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Turkey's new opposition party offers hope, but its future is already in jeopardy

The launch of the Yeni Party in Turkey promises to energise the country's struggling opposition. But while some polls show it leading, it remains vulnerable – already beset by arrests it says are "politically motivated".

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Iran hails Saudi-Pak-Turkey defence pact, calls for Muslim unity amid West Asia tensions

Iranian foreign minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has welcomed the new defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey, calling for greater solidarity among Muslim-majority countries. He also urged them to rely on their own capabilities amid escalating tensions in West Asia.

The Times of India

'Paper agreement will not bring security’: Iranian lawmaker attacks Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan pact

An Iranian lawmaker on Friday criticised the new defence agreement signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, saying the pact would not guarantee Saudi security and urging Riyadh to change its policies rather than depend on external powers for protection.

The Economic Times

MEA calls out 'fake news' over report claiming India sought defence pact with Israel after Pak-Saudi-Turkey deal

India's Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed fake news reports. These reports alleged India sought a defense pact with Israel. The false claims originated from Turkish media and social media platforms. India is closely observing the new security framework between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. Prime Minister Modi and Israeli…

France 24

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey sign mutual defence agreement

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey signed a mutual defence pact on Friday that would treat any act of aggression on one of the three nations as an attack on all of them, the allies said in a joint statement. However, it did not specify if the agreement would bind them…

The Times of India

Islamic Nato taking shape? What the Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey Mecca pact means for Iran, India & Israel

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey signed a new defence pact in Mecca. This agreement commits them to mutual defence against any armed attack. The deal combines Saudi financial power, Turkish defence industry, and Pakistan's military strength. It comes amid regional tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. This pact…

Euronews

Deal beyond football: Mohamed Salah at Trabzonspor boosts tourism and Türkiye's economy

With Mohamed Salah joining Trabzonspor, the city expects more visitors, especially Egyptian and Arab fans, reinforcing its status as a destination for tourism and sport.

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan & Turkey sign 'Mecca' pact for mutual defence; India reacts

The agreement was signed following a joint defence summit attended by Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistani prime minister Shehbaz Sharif, who attended after performing the Umrah pilgrimage in the city. According to Pakistan's foreign ministry, the pact is "guided by the longstanding…

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