Egypt's foreign minister breaks ice with visits to Syria and Turkey
The goal of the visit is primarily humanitarian, and to pass on our solidarity, Egyptian Foreign Minister said.
Tue Feb 28 2023
Turkey says Malaysia, Indonesia interested in buying armed drones
International demand for Turkish drones has soared after their impact on conflicts in Syria, Ukraine and Libya.
Tue Sep 27 2022
Turkey arrests suspect in connection with Haitian president's murder
Turkey's Interior Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the matter.
Tue Nov 16 2021
Humanitarian crisis feared as Nagorno-Karabakh ceasefire buckles
Turkey and Armenia exchanged recriminations, each blaming the other for exacerbating the crisis around Nagorno-Karabakh.
Wed Oct 14 2020
Turkey says world must recognise East Jerusalem as Palestinian capital
Muslim nations must press the world to recognise East Jerusalem as the capital of a Palestinian state, Turkey said on Wednesday as it opened an Islamic summit called in response to a U.S. decision.
Wed Dec 13 2017
Turkey expects visa spat with U.S. to be resolved soon: deputy PM
Turkey considered the safety and security of U.S. diplomats and employees in Turkey a "top priority" and described the detention of staff at U.S. missions in Turkey as "routine" investigations.
Thu Oct 12 2017
Turkey's Erdogan says Netherlands acting like a "banana republic"
Erdogan is looking to the large number of Turks living in Europe, especially in Germany and the Netherlands, to help secure victory next month.
Mon Mar 13 2017
France urges Turkey and EU states to ease tensions
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu addressed a public meeting in eastern France on Sunday a day after the Netherlands barred his plane from landing.
Mon Mar 13 2017
Turkey and Russia to invite U.S. to Syria talks: Turkish minister
Cavusoglu reiterates that Turkey remained opposed to the inclusion of the Syrian Kurdish militant group YPG in the peace talks.
Sun Jan 15 2017
Aleppo evacuation suspended leaving thousands trapped
Russia, which helped to broker the evacuation deal with Turkey, said its operation was now "complete" with all women and children moved from the city.
Fri Dec 16 2016
Turkey summons Swedish envoy over 'sex with children' tweet
The dispute is the latest in several spats highlighting rising tensions between Turkey and EU states in the wake of the botched July 15 coup followed by a relentless crackdown that angered Europe.
Tue Aug 16 2016
Turkey, Saudi could launch anti-IS ground operation in Syria: Ankara
Turkey and Saudi Arabia could launch a ground operation against IS jihadists in Syria, while Riyadh is also sending war planes to a Turkish base to fight the extremists.
Sat Feb 13 2016
Turkey says spy detained for helping British girls join IS
An intelligence agent had been captured for helping three British teenage girls cross into Syria to join Islamic State (IS) militants.
Thu Mar 12 2015
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024