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The Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK) has declared a ceasefire with Turkey following a call from its leader.

A resident of a care home in Dentergem, Belgium, stabbed three elderly persons, resulting in two deaths and one critically injured.

Turkish language is now officially recognized in Salahaddin city for official correspondence alongside Arabic, bringing joy to Turkmen residents.

US and German governments welcome PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan's call for disarmament and dissolution, aiming to overcome violence.

Abdullah Öcalan, the leader of the Kurdish PKK, urges PKK to lay down arms after a call from MHP leader Devlet Bahceli and President Erdogan.

Environmental activist Remi Fraisse lost his life due to a tear gas canister thrown by the police. The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled France guilty in connection with Fraisse's death.

Ukrainian drone factories on the rise, capable of destroying military vehicles affordably.

South Korean National Intelligence Service reveals North Korea's troop movement to Russia, confirmed by CNN's satellite images.

South Korean intelligence agency reports North Korea sent additional troops to Russia, specifically near Kursk amid Ukraine conflict.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan evaluates the latest developments after meeting with the Georgian Foreign Minister in Ankara.

US President Donald Trump faces backlash for sharing a controversial video depicting a reimagined future of Gaza.

Israel strikes southern Damascus in response to Syrian calls to end occupation, escalating tensions in the region.

A horrific massacre of Christians in a church in the Democratic Republic of Congo remains unsolved, with the IS-linked culprits still at large.

President Trump receives British Prime Minister Keir Starmer amidst controversies surrounding the appointment of a new British ambassador.

Greek media reports on Greece's efforts to prevent Turkey from purchasing Eurofighter and Meteor missiles, highlighting the challenges in halting the sales.

Russian Defense Ministry reports the destruction of 128 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) belonging to Ukraine by air defense systems.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un orders the creation of a modern army to cope with all kinds of wars effectively.

US President Donald Trump's Middle East Special Envoy Steve Witkoff may visit the region this weekend as ceasefire negotiations continue in Gaza.

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes northern Sulawesi island in Indonesia with aftershocks ongoing. No reports of casualties.

Chile experiences largest blackout since 2010, triggering emergency measures and chaos in Santiago.

Israeli warplanes target locations in Damascus and Dera in retaliatory strikes.

Syrian General Security Directorate destroyed drugs seized in the intelligence headquarters of the toppled Baath regime in Damascus.

A Chinese naval fleet raises concerns as it conducts exercises near the Australian coast, impacting commercial flights.

A mysterious disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed the lives of 53 people, sparking concerns.

Taiwan has seized a Chinese-linked cargo ship after the disruption of a submarine cable connection to the Penghu Islands. The incident is considered a national security issue by Taiwan.

Turkish TB2 drones supplied to Sudan's army break the siege of El-Obeid town, dealing a blow to Rapid Support Forces.

Russian President Putin expresses readiness for collaboration on rare earth elements with the US, highlighting Russia's abundant resources in this field.

The recent election results in Germany showcase a distinct shift towards right-wing politics in the eastern region, reminiscent of the Cold War era.

Three Dutch nationals arrested in Belgium after 366 kilograms of cocaine found hidden in sports bags.

Australia's rising teenage soccer stars face Japan in the Under-20 Asian Cup semifinals before aiming for the Under-20 World Cup qualification.