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Once the home to Ottoman sultans, the magnificent palace has re-emerged as a key venue for international diplomacy, reflecting Türkiye’s growing role on the global stage. The palace bridges times as historic talks return to its halls.Once the home to Ottoman sultans, the magnificent palace has re-emerged as a key venue for international diplomacy, reflecting Türkiye’s growing role on the global stage. The palace bridges times as historic talks return to its halls.
Germany calls Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul a ‘positive signal’Germany calls Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul a ‘positive signal’
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Ukrainian President briefed key Western leaders — including Trump, Macron, Merz, Starmer, and Tusk — following the Istanbul peace talks, urging continued international pressure on Moscow unless it agrees to a full ceasefire.Ukrainian President briefed key Western leaders — including Trump, Macron, Merz, Starmer, and Tusk — following the Istanbul peace talks, urging continued international pressure on Moscow unless it agrees to a full ceasefire.
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Syria's arrears cleared, now eligible for new loans: World Bank
The World Bank says that as of May 12, Syria has no outstanding balances with the International Development Association, the bank's fund for the poorest countries.
Syria plans to print new currency in UAE, Germany
According to sources, Syrian authorities are in advanced talks on a currency-printing deal with UAE-based company Oumolat and German firms.
Iranian, European officials hold nuclear talks in Istanbul
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