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Indian sailors freed from abandoned AZRA C near Turkey’s coast

Four Indian sailors have finally been rescued after being trapped for ten months on the container ship AZRA C off Turkey’s coast. The Mongolia-flagged vessel had been left near Istanbul in the Sea of Marmara since August 2025. Their release came after the ship’s alleged owners were arrested in January 2026 during an international investigation. Selahattin Polat, Turkey representative for the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), confirmed the crew’s ordeal had c

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Indian sailors freed from abandoned AZRA C near Turkey’s coast

Four Indian sailors have finally been rescued after being trapped for ten months on the container ship AZRA C off Turkey’s coast. The Mongolia-flagged vessel had been left near Istanbul in the Sea of Marmara since August 2025. Their release came after the ship’s alleged owners were arrested in January 2026 during an international investigation. Selahattin Polat, Turkey representative for the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), confirmed the crew’s ordeal had c

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UAE, Turkey and Qatar airlines halt Iran flights as unrest intensifies

Several airlines operating from the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Qatar suspended flights to Iran on Friday as widespread protests and communication disruptions continued to affect the country, leading to growing uncertainty across the regional aviation sector. The cancellations affected key routes linking major Gulf and Turkish hubs with Iranian cities, underscoring the broader impact of the unrest on international travel. According to information published on the Dubai Airports

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09 Jan 2026 13:51 PM 377 views

UAE, Turkey and Qatar airlines halt Iran flights as unrest intensifies

Several airlines operating from the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Qatar suspended flights to Iran on Friday as widespread protests and communication disruptions continued to affect the country, leading to growing uncertainty across the regional aviation sector. The cancellations affected key routes linking major Gulf and Turkish hubs with Iranian cities, underscoring the broader impact of the unrest on international travel. According to information published on the Dubai Airports

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Libya army chief killed as private jet crashes after takeoff from Ankara

A tragic aviation accident in Turkey has claimed the lives of Libya’s top military commander and seven others after a private jet crashed shortly after taking off from the capital city, Ankara. The incident occurred soon after the aircraft departed Esenboga Airport, bringing a sudden and devastating end to a diplomatic visit aimed at strengthening defence cooperation between Libya and Turkey. Libyan officials confirmed that the deceased included Gen. Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad,

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23 Dec 2025 23:51 PM 218 views

Libya army chief killed as private jet crashes after takeoff from Ankara

A tragic aviation accident in Turkey has claimed the lives of Libya’s top military commander and seven others after a private jet crashed shortly after taking off from the capital city, Ankara. The incident occurred soon after the aircraft departed Esenboga Airport, bringing a sudden and devastating end to a diplomatic visit aimed at strengthening defence cooperation between Libya and Turkey. Libyan officials confirmed that the deceased included Gen. Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad,

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Pakistan Pushes Islamic Nato at Doha Summit: What It Means for India

At the Doha emergency summit attended by leaders from over 40 Muslim countries, the idea of an Islamic Nato gained momentum, with Pakistan aggressively pitching for an Arab-Islamic task force. The meeting followed Israel’s strike in Qatar and brought together Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and others under one forum. Pakistan, represented by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Is

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16 Sep 2025 11:13 AM 671 views

Pakistan Pushes Islamic Nato at Doha Summit: What It Means for India

At the Doha emergency summit attended by leaders from over 40 Muslim countries, the idea of an Islamic Nato gained momentum, with Pakistan aggressively pitching for an Arab-Islamic task force. The meeting followed Israel’s strike in Qatar and brought together Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and others under one forum. Pakistan, represented by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Is

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Arab-Islamic NATO: Egypt Pushes Defense Alliance With Pakistan, Turkey Support

The emergency Arab-Islamic summit held in Doha on Monday has triggered renewed calls for a NATO-style military alliance of Muslim nations. The push, spearheaded by Egypt, comes in the wake of Israel’s strike in Doha that killed Hamas operatives and a Qatari officer. While leaders differed on concrete action against Israel, the summit may have set in motion the groundwork for an Arab-Islamic defense pact. Egypt,

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16 Sep 2025 11:12 AM 541 views

Arab-Islamic NATO: Egypt Pushes Defense Alliance With Pakistan, Turkey Support

The emergency Arab-Islamic summit held in Doha on Monday has triggered renewed calls for a NATO-style military alliance of Muslim nations. The push, spearheaded by Egypt, comes in the wake of Israel’s strike in Doha that killed Hamas operatives and a Qatari officer. While leaders differed on concrete action against Israel, the summit may have set in motion the groundwork for an Arab-Islamic defense pact. Egypt,

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Pakistan’s nuclear weapons safety remains global concern, says former US security advisor

A former senior US security advisor has raised serious concerns about Pakistan’s ability to manage and safeguard its nuclear weapons. Echoing recent statements from Indian leadership, he emphasized that the risks associated with Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal have long been a matter of serious global concern. The former official, who served during a time of heightened global tension, said the security of nuclear weapons is a critical issue, especially in politically unstable regions wher

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22 May 2025 03:30 AM 912 views

Pakistan’s nuclear weapons safety remains global concern, says former US security advisor

A former senior US security advisor has raised serious concerns about Pakistan’s ability to manage and safeguard its nuclear weapons. Echoing recent statements from Indian leadership, he emphasized that the risks associated with Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal have long been a matter of serious global concern. The former official, who served during a time of heightened global tension, said the security of nuclear weapons is a critical issue, especially in politically unstable regions wher

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6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Istanbul, AFAD Issues Warning on Damaged Structures

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 jolted Istanbul on Wednesday, sending shockwaves across Turkey's most populous city and causing widespread panic. The tremor struck at 12:49 local time (0949 GMT) and was centered in Silivri, approximately 80 kilometers west of Istanbul, according to Turkey’s disaster management authority, AFAD. This quake is among the most significant seismic events to affect Istanbul in recent years. Although no major structural damage has been reporte

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23 Apr 2025 08:06 AM 1.18k views

6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Istanbul, AFAD Issues Warning on Damaged Structures

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 jolted Istanbul on Wednesday, sending shockwaves across Turkey's most populous city and causing widespread panic. The tremor struck at 12:49 local time (0949 GMT) and was centered in Silivri, approximately 80 kilometers west of Istanbul, according to Turkey’s disaster management authority, AFAD. This quake is among the most significant seismic events to affect Istanbul in recent years. Although no major structural damage has been reporte

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Pikachu Protester Goes Viral Amid Mass Arrests Over Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu's Detention

In an unexpected twist to Turkey’s ongoing political unrest, a viral moment stole headlines as a protester dressed in a Pikachu costume was seen fleeing police in Antalya during a demonstration against the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The bizarre yet symbolic act of defiance unfolded in the early hours of March 27, as law enforcement deployed water cannons to scatter demonstrators. What began as a nationwide outrage ove

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28 Mar 2025 04:34 AM 1.08k views

Pikachu Protester Goes Viral Amid Mass Arrests Over Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu's Detention

In an unexpected twist to Turkey’s ongoing political unrest, a viral moment stole headlines as a protester dressed in a Pikachu costume was seen fleeing police in Antalya during a demonstration against the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The bizarre yet symbolic act of defiance unfolded in the early hours of March 27, as law enforcement deployed water cannons to scatter demonstrators. What began as a nationwide outrage ove

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Turkey Erupts in Protests After Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu’s Arrest Amid Political Row

Turkey is facing its most significant street unrest in over a decade following the arrest of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a prominent opposition figure and potential presidential candidate in the 2028 elections. Imamoglu’s arrest has triggered mass protests across the country, with tens of thousands defying government restrictions to demonstrate in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and other major Turkish cities. The unrest marks the most serious public mobilization since the Gezi Park p

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24 Mar 2025 07:42 AM 1.08k views

Turkey Erupts in Protests After Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu’s Arrest Amid Political Row

Turkey is facing its most significant street unrest in over a decade following the arrest of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a prominent opposition figure and potential presidential candidate in the 2028 elections. Imamoglu’s arrest has triggered mass protests across the country, with tens of thousands defying government restrictions to demonstrate in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and other major Turkish cities. The unrest marks the most serious public mobilization since the Gezi Park p

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Indian sailors freed from abandoned AZRA C near Turkey’s coast

Indian sailors freed from abandoned AZRA C near Turkey’s coast

UAE, Turkey and Qatar airlines halt Iran flights as unrest intensifies

UAE, Turkey and Qatar airlines halt Iran flights as unrest intensifies

Libya army chief killed as private jet crashes after takeoff from Ankara

Libya army chief killed as private jet crashes after takeoff from Ankara

Pakistan Pushes Islamic Nato at Doha Summit: What It Means for India

Pakistan Pushes Islamic Nato at Doha Summit: What It Means for India

Arab-Islamic NATO: Egypt Pushes Defense Alliance With Pakistan, Turkey Support

Arab-Islamic NATO: Egypt Pushes Defense Alliance With Pakistan, Turkey Support

​Pakistan’s nuclear weapons safety remains global concern, says former US security advisor

​Pakistan’s nuclear weapons safety remains global concern, says former US security advisor

6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Istanbul, AFAD Issues Warning on Damaged Structures

6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Istanbul, AFAD Issues Warning on Damaged Structures

Pikachu Protester Goes Viral Amid Mass Arrests Over Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu's Detention

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Turkey Erupts in Protests After Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu’s Arrest Amid Political Row

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Pakistan’s nuclear weapons safety remains global concern, says former US security advisor

Pakistan’s nuclear weapons safety remains global concern, says former US security advisor