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US kills at least 38 in Yemen strike as Israel torments Gaza

Death toll rises to 58 in US strike in Yemen as Israel continues to bombard Gaza

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Israel kills 25 Palestinians in overnight strikes

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74 killed in US strikes on Yemen fuel port: Houthis

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420,000 Palestinians forcibly displaced in Gaza since March 18: UNRWA

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Death toll from US air strikes in Yemen rises to 58

China urges US to end 'blackmail' in trade talks

Chinese sellers battle Trump’s tariffs on TikTokChinese sellers battle Trump’s tariffs on TikTok

Global trade uncertainty, with US-China at odds, could have 'severe negative consequences': WTOGlobal trade uncertainty, with US-China at odds, could have 'severe negative consequences': WTO

Japan tariff envoy seeks 'win-win' deal with USJapan tariff envoy seeks 'win-win' deal with US

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Ball in China's court on tariffs — TrumpBall in China's court on tariffs — Trump

Trump claims that Beijing needs to make a deal with Washington, denouncing the world's second-largest economy from going back on a major deal with Boeing.Trump claims that Beijing needs to make a deal with Washington, denouncing the world's second-largest economy from going back on a major deal with Boeing.

Trump admin opens door to impose tariffs on pharmaceuticals, semiconductorsTrump admin opens door to impose tariffs on pharmaceuticals, semiconductors

China vs. US: Who has upper hand in the ongoing tariff tussle?China vs. US: Who has upper hand in the ongoing tariff tussle?

Inflation on a downward path, structural reforms to continue — Turkish finance ministerInflation on a downward path, structural reforms to continue — Turkish finance minister

Mehmet Simsek highlights Türkiye’s resilience and commitment to macroeconomic stability at international summit.Mehmet Simsek highlights Türkiye’s resilience and commitment to macroeconomic stability at international summit.

Ahoy, anyone out there! Did we just find the elusive proof of alien life?Ahoy, anyone out there! Did we just find the elusive proof of alien life?

A new study led by a Cambridge astrophysicist claims evidence of biological activity at a planet 120 light years away. Is this the Holy Grail of the search for extraterrestrial life?A new study led by a Cambridge astrophysicist claims evidence of biological activity at a planet 120 light years away. Is this the Holy Grail of the search for extraterrestrial life?

US orders Afghan refugees to leave or face deportationUS orders Afghan refugees to leave or face deportation

The order could result in persecution or even death for its targets, many of whom helped US forces during its 20-year war in Afghanistan, along with their families.The order could result in persecution or even death for its targets, many of whom helped US forces during its 20-year war in Afghanistan, along with their families.

16th International Istanbul Opera Festival set to delight audiences starting May 1016th International Istanbul Opera Festival set to delight audiences starting May 10

Festival will feature 11 productions, including performances by international guest artists, ensembles, across 20 events.Festival will feature 11 productions, including performances by international guest artists, ensembles, across 20 events.

Kremlin confirms end of energy strike pause, no new orders from PutinKremlin confirms end of energy strike pause, no new orders from Putin

At a Moscow press briefing, Dmitry Peskov confirmed the expiration of the moratorium on energy strikes, calling it “some progress” in the context of the broader settlement of the Ukrainian issue.At a Moscow press briefing, Dmitry Peskov confirmed the expiration of the moratorium on energy strikes, calling it “some progress” in the context of the broader settlement of the Ukrainian issue.

Pakistan and Bangladesh: A thaw begins after decades of frosty relationsPakistan and Bangladesh: A thaw begins after decades of frosty relations

A simple Eid phone call between Pakistan’s Shehbaz Sharif and Bangladesh’s new leader, Muhammad Yunus, signals a quiet diplomatic thaw that could augur new beginnings.A simple Eid phone call between Pakistan’s Shehbaz Sharif and Bangladesh’s new leader, Muhammad Yunus, signals a quiet diplomatic thaw that could augur new beginnings.

Read Rumeysa Ozturk’s chilling account of her detention in her own wordsRead Rumeysa Ozturk’s chilling account of her detention in her own words

In the most detailed account of her detention to date, Ozturk describes what followed after masked agents dragged her off the street—repeated asthma attacks, being asked if she was a “terrorist,” and confinement in filthy, overcrowded cells.In the most detailed account of her detention to date, Ozturk describes what followed after masked agents dragged her off the street—repeated asthma attacks, being asked if she was a “terrorist,” and confinement in filthy, overcrowded cells.

'Women donated earrings': Türkiye expresses gratitude on Pakistan Day, recalling support after WW1'Women donated earrings': Türkiye expresses gratitude on Pakistan Day, recalling support after WW1

Türkiye envisions a region defined by reconciliation, not conflict — ErdoganTürkiye envisions a region defined by reconciliation, not conflict — Erdogan

Russia sees more benefits than risks in US-China trade warRussia sees more benefits than risks in US-China trade war

Since Trump’s inauguration, Moscow has found itself on a lucky streak, scoring gains on multiple fronts—from Ukraine to the US-China trade war—potentially positioning Russia as a strategic partner for both rival powers.Since Trump’s inauguration, Moscow has found itself on a lucky streak, scoring gains on multiple fronts—from Ukraine to the US-China trade war—potentially positioning Russia as a strategic partner for both rival powers.

Trade and tariff: Why are some countries refusing to retaliate against Trump’s taxes?Trade and tariff: Why are some countries refusing to retaliate against Trump’s taxes?

How India’s new Waqf law threatens Muslim autonomy and heritageHow India’s new Waqf law threatens Muslim autonomy and heritage

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US-China tariff war is not just about trade, it’s a classic power struggle

Donald Trump has upset the world order by slapping whopping taxes on imports. But his primary target is the Asian giant.Donald Trump has upset the world order by slapping whopping taxes on imports. But his primary target is the Asian giant.

Melike Hocaoglu

Türkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured worldTürkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured world

Carol Malouf Khattab

Border demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria tiesBorder demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria ties

By Ahmed Najar

The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.

By Fawaz Turki

Israel’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destructionIsrael’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destruction

Dr Kadir Temiz

US-China tariff war is not just about trade, it’s a classic power struggleUS-China tariff war is not just about trade, it’s a classic power struggle

Melike Hocaoglu

Türkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured worldTürkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured world

Carol Malouf Khattab

Border demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria tiesBorder demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria ties

By Ahmed Najar

The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.

By Fawaz Turki

Israel’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destructionIsrael’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destruction

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Death toll rises to 58 in US strike in Yemen as Israel continues to bombard Gaza

3 hours ago

Israel kills 25 Palestinians in overnight strikes

29 minutes ago

74 killed in US strikes on Yemen fuel port: Houthis

2 hours ago

420,000 Palestinians forcibly displaced in Gaza since March 18: UNRWA

4 hours ago

Death toll from US air strikes in Yemen rises to 58

China urges US to end 'blackmail' in trade talks

Chinese sellers battle Trump’s tariffs on TikTokChinese sellers battle Trump’s tariffs on TikTok

Global trade uncertainty, with US-China at odds, could have 'severe negative consequences': WTOGlobal trade uncertainty, with US-China at odds, could have 'severe negative consequences': WTO

Japan tariff envoy seeks 'win-win' deal with USJapan tariff envoy seeks 'win-win' deal with US

01:07

Ball in China's court on tariffs — TrumpBall in China's court on tariffs — Trump

Trump admin opens door to impose tariffs on pharmaceuticals, semiconductorsTrump admin opens door to impose tariffs on pharmaceuticals, semiconductors

China vs. US: Who has upper hand in the ongoing tariff tussle?China vs. US: Who has upper hand in the ongoing tariff tussle?

Inflation on a downward path, structural reforms to continue — Turkish finance ministerInflation on a downward path, structural reforms to continue — Turkish finance minister

Read Rumeysa Ozturk’s chilling account of her detention in her own wordsRead Rumeysa Ozturk’s chilling account of her detention in her own words

'Women donated earrings': Türkiye expresses gratitude on Pakistan Day, recalling support after WW1'Women donated earrings': Türkiye expresses gratitude on Pakistan Day, recalling support after WW1

Türkiye envisions a region defined by reconciliation, not conflict — ErdoganTürkiye envisions a region defined by reconciliation, not conflict — Erdogan

Ahoy, anyone out there! Did we just find the elusive proof of alien life?Ahoy, anyone out there! Did we just find the elusive proof of alien life?

Russia sees more benefits than risks in US-China trade warRussia sees more benefits than risks in US-China trade war

Trade and tariff: Why are some countries refusing to retaliate against Trump’s taxes?Trade and tariff: Why are some countries refusing to retaliate against Trump’s taxes?

How India’s new Waqf law threatens Muslim autonomy and heritageHow India’s new Waqf law threatens Muslim autonomy and heritage

US orders Afghan refugees to leave or face deportationUS orders Afghan refugees to leave or face deportation

Opinion

US-China tariff war is not just about trade, it’s a classic power struggle

Melike Hocaoglu

Türkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured worldTürkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured world

Carol Malouf Khattab

Border demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria tiesBorder demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria ties

By Ahmed Najar

The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.

By Fawaz Turki

Israel’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destructionIsrael’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destruction

Dr Kadir Temiz

US-China tariff war is not just about trade, it’s a classic power struggleUS-China tariff war is not just about trade, it’s a classic power struggle

Melike Hocaoglu

Türkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured worldTürkiye’s diplomatic balancing act in a fractured world

Carol Malouf Khattab

Border demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria tiesBorder demarcation raises hopes for reset in Lebanon–Syria ties

By Ahmed Najar

The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.The West made a mockery of democracy. Now the joke is on them.

By Fawaz Turki

Israel’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destructionIsrael’s hubris and its inexorable march towards self-destruction

16th International Istanbul Opera Festival set to delight audiences starting May 1016th International Istanbul Opera Festival set to delight audiences starting May 10

Kremlin confirms end of energy strike pause, no new orders from PutinKremlin confirms end of energy strike pause, no new orders from Putin

Pakistan and Bangladesh: A thaw begins after decades of frosty relationsPakistan and Bangladesh: A thaw begins after decades of frosty relations

Pakistan braces for more extreme weather after unexpected hailstorm, ongoing heatwave

Former climate change minister says it’s alarming to witness a hailstorm and a heatwave in the same region within the same week.

Non-Muslims won’t be part of Waqf boards, Indian government assures top court

Top court hears petitions challenging changes to India's legislation governing Islamic charitable endowments.

US may withdraw from Ukraine peace talks if no progress seen: Rubio

“If it is not possible to end the war in Ukraine, we need to move on,” Rubio told reporters, following his meeting with European partners in Paris.

US court limits Musk's DOGE access to critical data

The order is the latest legal challenge to Musk and DOGE's drive to slash outgoings deemed wasteful or contrary to President Donald Trump's policies.

Pakistan police arrests over 170 for attacking KFC in Gaza war protests

Russian nationals in Lithuania to lose their resident permits over frequent trips home

Dozens killed as US strikes fuel port in Yemen

'I hope it will inspire your outrage' — Mahmoud Khalil pens powerful letter ahead of court hearing

Saudi defence minister Khalid bin Salman visits Tehran ahead of Iran-US nuclear talks

Pakistan braces for more extreme weather after unexpected hailstorm, ongoing heatwave

Former climate change minister says it’s alarming to witness a hailstorm and a heatwave in the same region within the same week.

Non-Muslims won’t be part of Waqf boards, Indian government assures top court

Top court hears petitions challenging changes to India's legislation governing Islamic charitable endowments.

US may withdraw from Ukraine peace talks if no progress seen: Rubio

“If it is not possible to end the war in Ukraine, we need to move on,” Rubio told reporters, following his meeting with European partners in Paris.

Pakistan police arrests over 170 for attacking KFC in Gaza war protests

Russian nationals in Lithuania to lose their resident permits over frequent trips home

Dozens killed as US strikes fuel port in Yemen

'I hope it will inspire your outrage' — Mahmoud Khalil pens powerful letter ahead of court hearing

Saudi defence minister Khalid bin Salman visits Tehran ahead of Iran-US nuclear talks

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From Istanbul to Washington: The Ottoman echo behind Trump’s favourite word

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From Istanbul to Washington: The Ottoman echo behind Trump’s favourite word

Trump’s preferred word— “tariff”—carries an Ottoman echo. From Arabic origins to 16th-century Istanbul customs policy, the story of tariffs reveals how global history shapes modern politics.

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