Poll shows 57% of Israelis support holding early elections

The poll reveals that former ex-prime minister Naftali Bennett's party would take 24 seats in the Knesset, followed by Netanyahu's party with 22 seats.

US blocks another UNSC Gaza ceasefire resolution as Israeli carnage continues

US Charge d'Affaires ad interim Dorothy Shea says Washington's opposition should come as "no surprise", saying the draft undermines Israel's security.

Ukraine dismisses Russia's ceasefire proposal as veiled ultimatum

President Zelenskyy says he’s ready “any day” for a summit with President Putin and President Trump, as proposed by Turkish President Erdogan.

Türkiye among top contributors to NATO's operations, missions: minister

US declines air support for 'coalition of the willing' troops in post-war Ukraine — report

Deepening partnership fuels growth in Türkiye–EU trade: ministry

Erdogan, Pezeshkian discuss bilateral ties over phone call

Iran to continue uranium enrichment, Khamenei tells US

South Korea’s new President Lee taps campaign aide Kim Min-seok as premier

New Russia-Ukraine peace talks expected as both sides recognise need for dialogue — Turkish FM

Lee Jae-myung sworn in as South Korea’s new president after snap election win

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China-built tugboats stir political storm in Australia

Australia’s naval procurement is under scrutiny after reports revealed that tugboats for the Royal Australian Navy were built in China, with some dismissing the security concerns as more political than practical amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Iran vows non-interference in Lebanon's internal affairs

Lebanon's president says his country looks forward to strengthening its bilateral relations with Iran.

Germany sees alarming surge in racist discrimination cases

The Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency receives a record 11,405 complaints in 2024, marking the highest total since its founding.

On and off pitch rivalry: How India-Pakistan tensions put high-profile cricket event in jeopardy

Tensions escalated between the South Asian neighbours following four days of fierce clashes, culminating in a ceasefire last month.

Dutch far-right leader Wilders quits coalition, toppling government

The coalition partners, the conservative VVD, centrist NSC, and farmers’ party BBB, failed to reach an agreement with PVV leader Geert Wilders, who had demanded sweeping restrictions on Dutch asylum and migration policies.

How a lavish engagement proposal sparked protests in Mongolia—and led to the PM’s resignation

Mongolia faces renewed political upheaval after wave of public anger driven largely by young citizens forces Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene's to resign.

China the guide as Pakistan, Afghanistan start new journey on old path

A trilateral summit last month has paved the way for Islamabad and Kabul to seek common ground on issues affecting both nations.

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Where do China and Russia stand as US, Iran restart nuclear talks?

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

Ata Şahit

China the guide as Pakistan, Afghanistan start new journey on old path

A trilateral summit last month has paved the way for Islamabad and Kabul to seek common ground on issues affecting both nations.

Talha Yavuz

Crimea at the crossroads: Trump’s peace plan and alternatives

Ata Şahit

Iran's economy declined sharply in two decades. Now it is staring into an abyss.

By Ata Şahit

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By Farhan Bokhari

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

China-built tugboats stir political storm in Australia

Iran vows non-interference in Lebanon's internal affairs

Lebanon's president says his country looks forward to strengthening its bilateral relations with Iran.

Germany sees alarming surge in racist discrimination cases

The Federal Anti-Discrimination Agency receives a record 11,405 complaints in 2024, marking the highest total since its founding.

Opinion

China the guide as Pakistan, Afghanistan start new journey on old path

A trilateral summit last month has paved the way for Islamabad and Kabul to seek common ground on issues affecting both nations.

Talha Yavuz

Crimea at the crossroads: Trump’s peace plan and alternatives

Ata Şahit

Iran's economy declined sharply in two decades. Now it is staring into an abyss.

By Ata Şahit

Where do China and Russia stand as US, Iran restart nuclear talks?

By Farhan Bokhari

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

Ata Şahit

China the guide as Pakistan, Afghanistan start new journey on old path

A trilateral summit last month has paved the way for Islamabad and Kabul to seek common ground on issues affecting both nations.

Talha Yavuz

Crimea at the crossroads: Trump’s peace plan and alternatives

Ata Şahit

Iran's economy declined sharply in two decades. Now it is staring into an abyss.

By Ata Şahit

Where do China and Russia stand as US, Iran restart nuclear talks?

By Farhan Bokhari

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

On and off pitch rivalry: How India-Pakistan tensions put high-profile cricket event in jeopardy

Tensions escalated between the South Asian neighbours following four days of fierce clashes, culminating in a ceasefire last month.

Dutch far-right leader Wilders quits coalition, toppling government

How a lavish engagement proposal sparked protests in Mongolia—and led to the PM’s resignation

Mongolia faces renewed political upheaval after wave of public anger driven largely by young citizens forces Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene's to resign.