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Germany greenlights sale of Eurofighter jets to Türkiye
Yeni Safak
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The German government said on Wednesday that it has approved the sale of Eurofighter jets to Türkiye. “I can confirm that the Defense Ministry has sent a written confirmation to the Turkish government confirming the export approval,” government...
Turkish company's marine assault vehicle to be unveiled with new weapons
Yeni Safak
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New weapon configurations for the Turkish company's FNSS Zaha Marine Assault Vehicle (MAV), which has been serving the Turkish Armed Forces, will be showcased at the International Defense Industry Fair, or IDEF 2025. The amphibious armored combat...
Crisis Management or Engineering the Future… What Is the Regional Role in the Suweida File?
The Syrian Observer
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July 20, 2025
The political implications of the ceasefire agreement between Syria and Israel have raised profound questions about the extent of the shift in the map of understandings in southern Syria, amid active participation by regional and international...
Parliament passes legislation to ease mining permits
Hurriyet Daily News
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July 20, 2025
ANKARA The Turkish parliament has approved a contentious bill aimed at streamlining the permit process for mining activities on designated lands, including olive groves. The legislation introduces a new mechanism to expedite lengthy and complex...
Turkish Airlines named Expatriate Airline Of The Year at TEBA 2025
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 19, 2025
Turkish Airlines has been awarded Expatriate Airline of the Year at the 2025 edition of The Expatriate Business Awards (TEBA), in Lagos. This prestigious recognition celebrates the airline’s exceptional contribution to Nigeria’s business, travel,...
Pakistan, Turkiye reaffirm shared commitment to deepening strategic partnerships
Pakistan Today
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July 23, 2025
CJCSC Gen Sahir Shamshad meets Turkish counterpart Yasar Guler on sidelines of 17th IDEF-2025 in Istanbul RAWALPINDI: General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), attended the 17th International Defense...
Here's what your boarding pass says about you. Tips for air travel
Asheville Citizen Times - North Carolina
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Boarding passes contain codes that communicate passenger and itinerary details to airport staff. The Asheville Airport (AVL) is undergoing construction with a new terminal expected to be completed by late 2027. If you have summer travel left on...
July 20, 1975: Electricity Systems of Bulgaria, Turkey Connected under Electricity Exchange Agreement
Bulgarian News Agency
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On July 20, 1975, Bulgarian State Council Chairman Todor Zhivkov and Turkish Prime Minister Suleyman Demirel participated in a ceremony marking the connection of the two countries' electricity systems at Adrianople, Turkey. The construction of the...
Turkey's exports to Morocco surge, renewing debate over free trade agreement
Hespress
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July 18, 2025
Turkey’s furniture, paper, and forestry products sector recorded a sharp increase in exports to Morocco in June, jumping by 67% compared to the same month last year. This surge placed Morocco as the fourth-largest export market for the sector,...
China plays stabilizing role in global trade: Turkish business insiders
Xinhua News Agency
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ISTANBUL, July 20 (Xinhua) -- China plays a crucial role in global trade as its robust supply chain infrastructure stabilizes global supply networks while its growing domestic market offers other countries great opportunities, Turkish business...
Four Greek Cypriots arrested in Turkish-occupied north on espionage charges
Kathimerini
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FOREIGN AFFAIRS [Shutterstock] Four Greek Cypriots were arrested in the Turkish-occupied town of Trikomo in northern Cyprus on charges of espionage, according to Turkish Cypriot media reports. Citing state broadcaster ERT, the individuals were...
Turkey strengthens its energy fleet with two seventh-generation drilling vessels
SANA
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July 18, 2025
Ankara, SANA-Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar announced the reinforcement of his country’s energy fleet with two seventh-generation drilling vessels. “Turkey has reinforced its fleet with two vessels to increase...
Turkey Just Restricted Major eSIMs—Why?
Travel Awaits
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July 18, 2025
I’ve been raving for years about eSIM providers like Airalo, Saily, and Firsty for years. They’re apps that you can download to easily shop around for an eSIM plan, which lets you use your phone while traveling abroad. Videos by TravelAwaits Each...
Turkish foreign ministry: ‘Two-state solution remains the only solution for Cyprus’
Kathimerini
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A two-state solution remains the only viable path forward for resolving the Cyprus issue, Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Oncu Keceli said on Friday, following informal discussions held in New York during the week. UN...
Turkey Confirms Purchase of Two New Offshore Drilling Rigs
To Vima
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July 18, 2025
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has officially confirmed that Turkey has acquired two additional offshore drilling rigs to support its deep-sea hydrocarbon exploration efforts. With these additions, Turkey’s fleet now totals six floating...
Turkish officials map 1st commission in PKK dissolution process
Sabah
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July 18, 2025
Turkish officials are starting to map out the first steps in the dissolution of the PKK after the terrorist group began disarming to end its four-decadelong terror campaign last week. Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş on Friday received the...
Teams contain major forest fires across multiple regions of Türkiye
Sabah
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July 23, 2025
Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumaklı announced that the forest fire in the Urla district of Izmir has been brought under control, while the fires in Sakarya-Bilecik, the Marmara region of Türkiye and Eskişehir have largely been...
Roketsan signs agreement with Indonesia, unveils five missiles and space launch vehicle designs
Breaking Defense
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July 23, 2025
A 1:6 model of the Simsek-2 Space Launch Vehicle unveiled by Turkish firm Roketsan at IDEF 2025. (Agnes Helou/Breaking Defense) IDEF 2025 — Turkish missile firm Roketsan today signed an agreement with Indonesia to transfer the production...
Erdogan in northern Cyprus, inauguration of projects funded by Turkey
Famagusta Gazette
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July 20, 2025
Home Cyprus Erdogan in northern Cyprus, inauguration of projects funded by Turkey FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is making a controversial visit to the Turkish-occupied northern part of Cyprus, marking 51 years since...
Turkish Airlines bags “Expatriate Airline of the Year” award
Business Day
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July 18, 2025
Turkish Airlines has been awarded “Expatriate Airline of the Year” at the 2025 edition of The Expatriate Business Awards (TEBA), held at the Grand Ballroom of the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. This recognition celebrates the airline’s...