Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara stated that the French forces will withdraw from the country, emphasizing the need for the people to take pride in their modernized armed forces.
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.
Asian countries celebrated the new year of 2025 with impressive fireworks and light shows. Find out how different countries marked the beginning of the year.
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.
The world is starting to celebrate the arrival of 2025. The Pacific island nation of Kiribati became the first country to usher in the new year. The first country to enter 2025 was Kiritimati, also known as Christmas Island. The island nation welcomed the new year at 00:00 local time (13:00 GMT). Following Kiribati in the central Pacific Ocean, New Zealand and Australia are expected to enter the new year next. DETAILS ARE COMING...
A tourist has been killed in the Egyptian coastal town of Marsa Alam after a shark attack. Another person was injured in the attack. Authorities have declared a state of emergency in the area and imposed a swimming ban for at least two days.
Residents of the Spanish villages of Paiporta and Catarroja, heavily affected by October floods, win prizes in the Christmas lottery, bringing hope and relief to the communities.
The fall of Bashar al-Assad has caused even more headaches for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Backpacker Jessica went missing in London, colleagues received a cryptic message from her phone.
Donald Trump's new hairstyle has sparked a debate among fans and critics. While some applaud the fresh look, others are more skeptical.
The German election campaign heats up with a change in approach towards President Putin, as the CDU/CSU lead in polls.
Five remaining Australians from the 'Bali Nine' drug smuggling group have been released by Indonesia after serving over 19 years in prison.
Experts warn that triggering Article 5 of the NATO charter is becoming more likely as Russia escalates its hybrid war with the West.
A West Ham United football fan was robbed of his €14,000 Rolex watch while suffering a heart attack in the stands.
Seven tourists who were hospitalized after drinking cocktails at a luxury hotel in the Fiji island group are in stable condition.
Seven tourists in Fiji have been transported to the hospital in critical condition after a suspected case of alcohol poisoning.
Scandinavian countries are stepping up their fight against youth smartphone and social media usage to protect children from potential harm.
The Georgian electoral college has appointed Micheil Kavelasjvili as the new president of the country. Kavelasjvili, a former professional footballer critical of Western influence in Georgia, is set to succeed Salome Zoerabisjvili.
An amusement ride collapsed in the British city of Birmingham, injuring eleven people. Two women were taken to the hospital.
A deadly migrant route has claimed the lives of six individuals aboard fishing boats heading to the Canary Islands.
A Dalmatian in Bergen has given birth to an unexpected litter of 19 puppies, matching a world record set previously. The proud owners share their surprise and the challenges of caring for the large litter.
Australian media tycoon Rupert Murdoch has lost a legal battle with his own children over the succession of his companies. His plan to give equal power to all of his children has been challenged, leading to a family feud.
An armed gang has killed more than a hundred people in a slum in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince, mainly targeting women and the elderly. The incident is believed to be a revenge attack by a bend leader blaming voodoo believers for his son's death.
Divers from the New York Police Department are combing through the largest pond in Central Park in search of the weapon used to murder UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thomson.
Multiple packages have washed ashore along the coast of Vlieland and Ameland, potentially containing drugs. The majority of the packages were found on the beach of Ameland.
Australian police are investigating a suspicious fire that caused significant damage to a synagogue in Melbourne. Firefighters were deployed to extinguish the fire, but substantial damage occurred, raising concerns of antisemitic motives.
The United States has accused China of engaging in 'dangerous maneuvers' in the South China Sea, following an incident involving Chinese and Filipino vessels.
A tragic incident occurred on the island of Koh Samui, where a 24-year-old Russian actress, Kamilla Beliatskai, drowned after being swept off a rock by a powerful wave while meditating.
Georgian police deployed a water cannon and tear gas at new pro-European protests in the capital Tbilisi. Demonstrators carrying Georgian and European flags threw fireworks.
Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the elusive leader of the Syrian terrorist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), is under scrutiny for his true intentions and connections.
