Signatories of a new tripartite pact clarify it is a deterrent rather than a military coalition, drawing positive reactions from regional leaders including Saudi, Turkish, and Qatari figures.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a trilateral defence agreement to strengthen collective security amid ongoing conflict involving Iran, with a focus on mutual defense against aggression and promoting regional stability.
Deutsche Welle correspondent Alican Uludag has been re-arrested in Turkey, two months after his conditional release, over a social media post criticizing the Turkish judiciary. DW condemned the arrest, calling for respect for his rights and a fair trial.
The US is poised to lift sanctions on Turkey, imposed after Ankara's 2019 purchase of Russian air defense systems. President Trump cited a desire not to sanction allies and expressed good chemistry with President Erdogan, suggesting a potential deal involving Turkey transferring its S-400 systems to a third country for F-35 aircraft.
Turkish President Erdogan presented NATO leaders, including UK PM Keir Starmer and Hungarian PM Peter Magyar, with engraved Magnum revolvers and six live bullets each after the Ankara summit. The unusual gifts, accompanied by a note exempting them from export controls, caused surprise and logistical challenges for security teams.
Presidente turco Recep Tayyip Erdogan presenteou líderes da OTAN com revólveres personalizados. Presentes geraram polêmica e exigiram protocolos de segurança, com alguns líderes optando por entregá-los à polícia.
Le président turc Recep Tayyip Erdogan a offert des revolvers gravés à chaque dirigeant de l'OTAN lors du sommet annuel, provoquant un embarras sécuritaire et protocolaire inattendu. Les armes, accompagnées de munitions, ont été remises aux autorités pour gestion.
NATO leaders, including Belgium's PM, received vintage Gumusay .357 Magnum revolvers with live ammunition as gifts from Turkish President Erdogan after a summit in Ankara. Leaders are securing or disabling the firearms, with some considering museum donations or customs clearance.
北約峰會在土耳其安卡拉舉行，土耳其總統艾多根贈送各國領導人復古左輪手槍作為禮物。此舉引發各國領袖不同反應，有的交給警方保管，有的計畫報廢，有的則將其收藏或捐贈博物館。
Le président turc Recep Tayyip Erdogan a offert des revolvers gravés à chaque leader de l'OTAN lors du récent sommet, provoquant des casse-têtes logistiques et sécuritaires. Les armes, fonctionnelles et accompagnées de munitions, ont nécessité des procédures spéciales pour leur transport et leur stockage, certaines étant remises aux autorités locales ou destinées à des musées.
Il presidente turco Erdogan ha donato revolver personalizzati con munizioni ai leader presenti al vertice NATO ad Ankara. Il premier britannico Keir Starmer ha dovuto rinunciarvi per rispettare la legge del Regno Unito.
Donald Trump sinalizou intenção de suspender sanções contra a Turquia e vender caças F-35, recebendo apoio de Erdogan, mas gerando preocupação em Israel.
Donald Trump voiced disappointment with NATO allies during the Iran conflict, claiming some refused to support US military objectives and base access. He tested allies' commitment, specifically mentioning Italian PM Giorgia Meloni's reluctance regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Trump praised Turkey's President Erdogan as a constructive partner.
美國總統川普在與土耳其總統艾多根會面時，證實先前要求歐洲盟國出兵開放基地是為了「測試」盟友，並點名德國、法國與義大利拒絕了美國的要求。此舉暴露了美歐同盟間的裂痕。
US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with NATO allies for not supporting the US military operation in the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz. He also stated that the US would consider selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey.
US-Präsident Trump trifft sich am Rande des Nato-Gipfels in Ankara mit dem ukrainischen Präsidenten Selenskyj. Beide Seiten machen keine militärischen Fortschritte, was ein Gefühl der Dringlichkeit erzeugt. Trump trifft auch Erdogan und Al-Scharaa.
Ankara vidtar omfattande säkerhetsåtgärder inför Natos toppmöte, med tusentals poliser och gripanden av kritiker. Experter menar att Turkiet, trots sin auktoritära linje, är för viktigt för Nato för att kritiseras öppet.
Inför Natos toppmöte i Ankara har myndigheterna vidtagit omfattande säkerhetsåtgärder, inklusive gripanden av hundratals journalister och aktivister. President Erdogan förväntas spela en nyckelroll i samtalen, särskilt med tanke på hans relationer med både Ryssland och USA.
Stand-up comedian Deniz Goktas was detained at Istanbul Airport upon returning from abroad. The detention follows a viral video he shared online containing comments about President Erdogan and Islam, which has sparked an investigation into alleged insults against religious values and the head of state.
Turkish journalists and media outlets critical of President Erdogan were denied accreditation for an upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, sparking anger and concern over press freedom. NATO is reportedly in contact with Turkish authorities.
Turkey's strategic flexibility is seen as an asset amidst regional chaos, making it a beneficiary. However, domestic economic weakness and regional rivalries limit its potential to become a hegemonic power, according to experts.
Thousands protested in Ankara against the court-ordered removal of Ozgur Ozel as CHP leader, citing political motivation to weaken opposition ahead of 2028 elections.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Gaza destruction, warning Muslims may teach him a lesson
Des centaines de policiers antiémeutes ont pris d'assaut le siège du principal parti d'opposition turc, le CHP, à Ankara pour en déloger ses dirigeants destitués par la justice. Le chef du CHP, Özgür Özel, a dénoncé une perte de raison d'Erdogan et une transformation de la Turquie en régime autoritaire.
