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Efforts for a ceasefire and hostage exchange agreement in Gaza between Israel and Hamas are reportedly making progress.

Houthis, with Iranian support, claim to have targeted the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea. The group's military spokesman also mentioned attacks on Israeli territories.

A winter storm affecting a large part of the US has led to the declaration of a state of emergency in Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Kansas, Arkansas, and Missouri. The storm has caused traffic accidents resulting in 3 deaths.

The trial of 43 defendants, including the attackers, who are on trial for the attack at Santa Maria Church in Sarıyer where one person lost his life, has been postponed until tomorrow for the continuation of suspect defenses.

US President Joe Biden made a blunder by confusing the date of his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden claimed he has known Putin for 47 years, which is not accurate.

Israel is relentless in its pursuit of the individuals responsible for the October 7th massacre, targeting them one by one.

Turkey showcases its military strength for ten days with a massive exercise involving naval, land, and air forces in three seas. Greek media view it as a provocation, raising tensions between the two countries.

The release of a list containing names of Israeli hostages in Gaza has sparked uproar in Israel amid ongoing discussions for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his Jordanian counterpart Eymen es-Safedi to discuss the situation in Syria and emphasized the importance of forming an inclusive government.

Turkey is stepping in to mediate the conflict in Sudan which has led to the world's worst humanitarian crisis, receiving positive response from Sudanese officials.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a meeting with Jordanian Foreign Minister Safadi in a 3+3 format at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

A sixth person has died following the attack on the Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly considering announcing his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party in the near future, amidst dwindling popularity.

Hamas is accused of approving a list of 34 hostages demanded by Israel as negotiations for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip continue. Meanwhile, tensions between Israel and Lebanon remain high following multiple alleged violations of a ceasefire agreement.

Hamas is claimed to have approved the list of 34 Israeli hostages demanded by Israel in the context of a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, as negotiations between Israel and Hamas continue.

As the Israeli army continues its massacre in Gaza, the Tel Aviv government is contemplating completely cutting off humanitarian aid to the region, where 90% of the population is struggling to survive in hunger.

As the world eagerly anticipates the start of Donald Trump's second term on January 20th, his return is expected to reshape relations in the Middle East, particularly in the context of Iran.

Stockholm University has been found guilty of discrimination against a Turkish student named Fatma Zehra S. by rejecting her internship application on the grounds of Turkey's blocking of Sweden's NATO entry.

Hope for a breakthrough: Israel and Hamas nearing agreement on releasing hostages. Latest updates on the ongoing negotiations between the two parties.

Germany is considering sending back Syrian refugees who do not have a job and do not speak German, according to German Ministers Nancy Faeser and Annalena Baerbock.

A mass grave containing remains believed to belong to civilians killed by the toppled Bashar Assad regime has been discovered in the village of Nakkarin in Aleppo province, Syria.

Recent news from the Middle East including statements from Blinken on a 9-hour underground meeting and airstrikes in Yemen.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken shared insights on a lengthy meeting held underground with Israeli government officials in Tel Aviv.

Crowds gathered along the road to bid farewell to former President Jimmy Carter as his funeral procession passed by.

Syria's new government continues its diplomatic efforts with visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, and Jordan as part of promoting stability, security, economic recovery, and strong partnerships.

The Biden administration is set to provide a $8 billion arms package to Israel, including aircraft, helicopters, and UAV bombs, amid ongoing conflicts in the region.

The Turkish weapon export in 2024 grew by 29% reaching 7154 billion dollars, exceeding the target of 6.5 billion dollars, with global interest in Turkish defense industry.

Israel is reportedly planning to construct a new canal connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea to rival Egypt's Suez Canal.

Israel is reportedly planning to build a canal connecting the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea, as a rival to Egypt's Suez Canal.

Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan recently had a phone conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart Andriy Sibiha to discuss the situation in Ukraine and Syria.