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Turkish Finance Minister states benefits of disarming PKK on economy
(MENAFN) Türkiye’s Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek has stated that the disarmament of the terrorist PKK will lead to “massive economic gains” for the region. Speaking at the UK-Türkiye Islamic Finance Forum in London, Simsek also...

Jazzmeia Horn Graces Istanbul Jazz Festival
(MENAFN) American jazz singer Jazzmeia Horn took the stage at the 32nd edition of the Istanbul Jazz Festival, an event hosted by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (IKSV). Her performance was part of a lineup celebrating jazz talent from...

Turkish technology company is set to showcase new innovation
(MENAFN) Turkish technology firm Radio Teknoloji is set to showcase its latest innovation in wireless connectivity, known as Astradrive, at the upcoming International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), which will be held from July 22 to 27 at the...

Istanbul ISG continues to maintain competitive edge
(MENAFN) Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (ISG) International Airport was recognized as the fastest-growing airport in Europe for the month of May, according to an announcement from the airport’s management authority. Passenger traffic at ISG reached...

Turkish Defense Firms Launch Mine-Detecting Robot
(MENAFN) Two Turkish defense manufacturers, Mesan Electronics and Esetron, have collaboratively introduced a new unmanned robotic system designed to identify landmines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). This cutting-edge machine made its...

Turkish FM talks with Russian counterpart in BRICS summit
(MENAFN) On Monday, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov during the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. According to diplomatic sources, their discussions focused on bilateral political and...

Turkish TOBB Set for Damascus Visit, Backs Syria’s Recovery
(MENAFN) The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB) is set to send a delegation to Damascus within days to examine potential contributions to Syria’s reconstruction efforts and the revival of its private sector, TOBB President...

Kremlin Awaits Kyiv’s Response on Istanbul Talks
(MENAFN) Russia is continuing to wait for Ukraine’s reply on suggested dates for the upcoming round of one-on-one discussions set to take place in Istanbul, according to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on Tuesday. "As soon as the dates have...

TRNC Signs Agreement with Turkish Airlines
(MENAFN) The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) formalized an agreement on Monday with Türkiye’s national airline, Turkish Airlines, and the budget carrier AJet as part of an initiative designed to simplify and reduce the cost of air...

Turkish Company to Reveal Hybrid Wireless System
(MENAFN) Turkish enterprise Radio Teknoloji is set to present its advanced hybrid wireless system, Astradrive, during the International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF 2025), scheduled from July 22 to 27 at the Istanbul Expo Center. Specializing in...

Istanbul Airport Tops Europe in Flight Traffic
(MENAFN) Istanbul Airport became the leading airport in Europe during the final full week of June, averaging 1,553 flights daily, according to the nation's transport minister on Friday. The airport outperformed other major European hubs including...

Turkish Soldiers Die by Methane Gas in Iraq
(MENAFN) Twelve Turkish troops lost their lives after being overcome by "methane gas" while on a search mission in northern Iraq, according to a report issued Monday by the Turkish National Defense Ministry. The incident took place on Sunday as...

Turkish, Belarusian Foreign Ministers Confer in BRICS Summit
(MENAFN) Türkiye's top diplomat, Hakan Fidan, engaged in discussions with Belarusian Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov on Sunday in Brazil, according to Turkish diplomatic sources. The meeting took place alongside the BRICS summit, held in Rio de...

Methane gas exposure in Iraq cause death of Turkish soldiers
(MENAFN) Twelve Turkish troops lost their lives after inhaling methane gas while conducting a search operation in a mountainous region of northern Iraq, according to official reports from the Turkish Ministry of National Defense on Monday. The...

Turkish authorities arrest three mayors due to corruption case
(MENAFN) Authorities in Türkiye detained three opposition mayors on Saturday amid widening corruption investigations, according to reports. The mayors — Zeydan Karalar of Adana, Muhittin Bocek of Antalya, and Abdurrahman Tutdere of Adiyaman — were...

Iran’s Foreign Minister Addresses Regional Tensions with Russian, Turkish Counterparts
(MENAFN) Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi met with his Russian and Turkish counterparts on Sunday to address escalating tensions in West Asia, amid rising concerns over regional conflict. The high-stakes diplomatic exchanges took...

Experts Convene in Istanbul to Address Justice
(MENAFN) Legal professionals and scholars assembled in Istanbul over the weekend to participate in a global symposium centered on themes of justice, societal healing, and rebuilding in the aftermath of conflict. The event spanned two days and took...

Turkish Repkon Partners with Norway's Nammo to Launch Artillery Facility
(MENAFN) Repkon, a leading Turkish defense company, is set to build a state-of-the-art 155-millimeter artillery ammunition filling facility, as part of a strategic agreement with Norwegian defense contractor Nammo. This initiative aims to bolster...

Turkish FM expresses sympathy to people passed away from US floods
(MENAFN) On Saturday, Türkiye conveyed its heartfelt sympathy to the relatives of those who lost their lives due to severe flooding in Texas, USA. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives caused by the recent floods in Texas, USA,” said the...

Methane Gas Leak Kills Five Turkish Soldiers in Iraq
(MENAFN) Five Turkish soldiers have died after inhaling methane gas during a military cave operation in northern Iraq, the Turkish Defense Ministry announced on Sunday. According to a statement from the ministry, the incident unfolded amid a...