The reality is that Iran, at best, is a middling power with an aging military checked by other regional powers. ( read original story ...)
U.S. slams Turkey’s Erdogan for hosting Hamas
The United States said on Tuesday it strongly objected to Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's recent hosting of two leaders of Hamas in Istanbul. ( read original story ...)
Turkey’s new COVID cases surpass 1,500, highest since mid-June
Turkey's new coronavirus cases jumped to its highest level since mid-June on Tuesday at 1,502, according data provided by the government, which responded by banning some celebrations in 14 provinces. ( read original story ...)
Germany urges Greece-Turkey talks to avoid ‘catastrophe’ in East Med
Germany warned on Tuesday that Greece and Turkey risked a military clash unless they turn to dialogue to solve a row over energy resources in the Mediterranean Sea, where the NATO allies geared for ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: Turkey set to allow some fans into soccer games
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ The Turkish soccer federation says a limited number of spectators will be allowed into stadiums to watch games as ... ( read original story ...)
Turkey Considers Leaving Domestic Violence Treaty Even as Abuse Surges
The European pact, signed in Istanbul in 2011, was intended to protect women but has become a target for populist leaders who claim it threatens “traditional families.” ... ( read original story ...)
Army Chief: Militant Leader Likely Killed in Philippines
The Philippine army chief says Abu Sayyaf militants may have staged suicide bombings that killed 14 people and wounded 75 others to avenge the death of a Filipino leader of the Islamic State group in ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines bombing kills 15 people, injures 75
Two deadly blasts on Monday in the southern Philippines killed 15 people and injured at least 75 others, local authorities say. ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Super Nintendo World is really taking shape, new footage shows
The future of theme parks may soon look like a video game from the early ‘90s, according to images and details that have started to emerge from Universal Studios Japan’s new Super Mario-themed park. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan eager to see Taliban start dialogue with Kabul – foreign minister
Pakistan urged the Taliban on Tuesday to start talks soon with the Afghan government to end decades of conflict, telling visiting officials of the group that an intra-Afghan dialogue could help ensure ... ( read original story ...)