Russian tourists arrested at Hagia Sophia for reading the Bible aloud
Two Russian tourists were arrested at Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia after reading Bible passages aloud, and now face criminal charges and possible deportation.
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Ukraine: At least 13 killed in Russian strikes on Wednesday
At least 13 people were killed and 50 wounded in Russian strikes across Ukraine on Wednesday, as civilian casualties continue to mount.
Turkey’s S-400 Dilemma: Russia Blocks Return, F-35 Deal in Jeopardy
Russia blocks Turkey’s S-400 removal as Netanyahu opposes F-35 deal — leaving Ankara’s NATO reintegration efforts at a standstill.
Turkey: Jet ski tragedy in Bodrum kills girl, father and sister missing
A jet ski accident off Bodrum, Turkey, has claimed the life of a young girl from Iraq, while her father and sister remain missing near Kos.
EU delays decision on 21st Russia sanctions package amid lack of consensus
The EU has postponed its 21st Russia sanctions package to July 23 after member states failed to reach unanimous agreement, extending the $44/barrel oil price cap.
Trump warns Iran: “They know how it goes” as bombing deadline looms
Trump warns Iran a bombing campaign on power plants and bridges is imminent, as Tehran’s chief negotiator signals no deal without clear national benefit.
Trans Neo-Nazi Marla-Svenja Liebich sent to women’s prison in Germany
A trans neo-Nazi has been placed in a women’s prison in Germany, sparking outrage over alleged abuse of gender self-identification laws.
Middle East: New US strikes on Iran target military sites at Strait of Hormuz
The US military launches a second wave of strikes on Iran, targeting military sites near the Strait of Hormuz as regional tensions sharply escalate.
US-Iran conflict: Strait of Hormuz and the looming energy crisis
US-Iran military strikes escalate near the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global oil supplies and pushing Brent crude toward $110 per barrel.
EU and Ukraine sign landmark drone production agreement
The EU and Ukraine sign a landmark drone production deal in Kyiv, combining Ukrainian battlefield expertise with Europe’s industrial might to scale up output.
Israel blocks Turkey’s F-35 bid: How Netanyahu could derail the Trump–Erdogan deal
Israel is leveraging U.S. QME law to block Turkey’s F-35 acquisition, as Netanyahu moves to derail the Trump–Erdogan arms deal.
Cyprus dispute: The motives behind Turkey’s “loose solution” leaks, red lines, and NATO
Diplomatic sources deny any “loose solution” talks with Greek Cypriots as Turkey’s media leaks raise fresh concerns over the Cyprus dispute and NATO’s role.