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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.

Elon Musk's recent comments and support for the pro-Russian AfD party in Germany have sparked backlash and controversy.

According to a news report in The Sun, the deposed Syrian leader Bashar Assad was reportedly the target of an assassination attempt. Assad, who fled to Russia with his family and is currently in exile in Moscow after the fall of the regime, reportedly fell ill last Sunday.

Russia's Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, stated that the flow of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine has been stopped, blaming the US for prioritizing its own economy.

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.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed the Russian government and the country's largest bank, Sberbank, to enhance cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence with China.

Night-long drone attacks by Russia on Ukraine's capital Kiev resulted in casualties and damages. 63 drones were shot down, leaving 1 dead and 6 injured.

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.

Recent news reveals that Russia has officially halted natural gas shipments to Europe through Ukraine, sparking fears of an energy crisis in the continent. The situation has put Turkey in focus as a key route for gas flow.

The upcoming year of 2025 is set to bring new challenges and opportunities on the global stage. From geopolitical shifts to technological advancements, a wide range of topics will shape the agenda for the year ahead.

The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Iran and Russia, accusing them of attempting to interfere in the 2024 US elections. The sanctions target an affiliate of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and an organization linked to Russia's GRU.

The Finnish police have published photos of the oil tanker Eagle S, which is suspected of causing a recent cable break in the Baltic Sea.

Elon Musk's recent statements and actions are causing quite a stir, with questions arising about his potential to overshadow Donald Trump. Read more about the unfolding situation.

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had a phone call with Palestinian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammed Mustafa to discuss the importance of achieving a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.

Honderden mannen uitgewisseld tussen Rusland en Oekraïne, maar velen blijven in onzekerheid. Duizenden Oekraïners zuchten onder terreur in Poetins gevangenissen, volgens rapporten van mishandeling en marteling.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been successful in the geopolitical arena, particularly in Syria, Libya, and Nagorno-Karabach.

Thailand's Foreign Ministry announced that Thailand will become a partner country of BRICS starting from January 1, 2025.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has emphasized the need for Turkey-EU relations to return to the pre-Sarkozy era, highlighting the importance of a merit-based membership path for Turkey to become a more effective regional power in partnership with Europe.

A powerful geomagnetic storm is expected to hit the Earth following a solar flare, with effects projected to be seen between December 31st at 05:00 and January 1st at 06:00 (Turkey time).

Russia and Ukraine have conducted a prisoner exchange, with more than 300 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers returning to their countries.

A look back at the key events that shaped 2024, from political uprisings to natural disasters.

Former Russian international footballer Aleksej Boegaev, who played in the 2004 UEFA European Championship, has been reported dead in the ongoing war with Ukraine.

Israeli media reveals new details about the assassination attempt on Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran.

According to Israel's state television KAN, the terrorist organization PKK/YPG, which occupies northeastern Syria, is seeking assistance from Israel to persuade the US administration to stay in the region in case of a possible withdrawal of American forces. An unnamed PKK/YPG terrorist, speaking to KAN, mentioned that political support from Israel on international platforms could be a turning point for PKK/YPG and Israel relations.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a law that allows for the suspension of any ban relating to the activities of a terrorist organization, including the removal of the Taliban from the terror list. The law, which does not mention any specific terrorist organization, was signed by Putin.

The damage to energy and communication cables under the Baltic Sea has intensified discussions of 'hybrid warfare' in the region.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on China to exert necessary pressure on North Korea to prevent them from losing their lives in European wars.

Slovakia threatens Ukraine over gas transit, causing concerns in Europe. The possibility of gas supply disruption between the two countries raises alarms.