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North Korea has confirmed the testing of a new hypersonic missile, covering a distance of 1500 kilometers at twelve times the speed of sound.

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.

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.

After weeks on the defensive following a Russian counteroffensive, Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region have launched a counterattack. The situation in Kursk intensifies as both sides escalate their military actions.

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.

North Korea conducted its first missile test of the new year, raising tensions ahead of the change in US administration.

Thousands of displaced Ukrainians are voluntarily returning to their homes in Russian-occupied territories due to challenging living conditions caused by the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden set aside their pride in the wake of the Capitol insurrection to ensure a peaceful transfer of power.

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.

In a recent event, North Korea launched a ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan, causing tension in the region.

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.

Intense snowfall in the UK has turned the streets white and forced flight cancellations. The Meteorological Office issues second-degree warnings for most of Wales due to heavy snowfall.

Elon Musk stirs up controversy in the UK by urging Prince Charles to dissolve Parliament for early general elections, targeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer along the way.

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.

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.

Italian coffee prices are on the rise due to various factors, leaving coffee enthusiasts concerned about the future costs of their favorite cup of espresso.

Israeli military continues its attacks in Gaza Strip, causing casualties and targeting hospitals and refugee camps.

Turkey's upcoming military exercise named 'Blue Homeland 2025' has raised concerns in Greece even before it started.

The Pentagon denies allegations of establishing a military base in Ayn el-Arab, also known as Kobani, at the Turkey-Syria border.

US President-elect Donald Trump demands that European countries reopen the North Sea for oil drilling, even requiring wind farms to be removed for American companies. Trump made this demand on his social media platform Truth Social.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has recently unveiled a new warship, marking the largest torpeda destroyer ever built by the country.

At least 15 people have died in New Orleans following an attack in the city center. The perpetrator, identified as a former US Army IT specialist, was shot dead by the police. The FBI found an ISIS flag in his vehicle.

Gazans welcomed the new year under the bombardment of the Israeli army, with 20 people losing their lives in the attacks in the first hours of 2025. Heavy rain has caused flooding in the area, leaving Palestinians struggling to deal with the winter conditions.

A tragic incident at New Year's celebrations in Germany led to the death of 5 people and injuries to numerous others. The accidents involving fireworks in several regions across the country caused a sense of mourning and concern.

Germany faced chaos and unrest on New Year's Eve with incidents of violence reported in several cities.

North Korea aims to attract Russian tourists to its newly built beach resort in an effort to boost tourism in the repressive dictatorship.

KKTC President Tatar stated that 2024 was a year of recovery for KKTC despite attacks by Greek Cypriots in the fields of economy, tourism, and education.