Turkey Supplies Maldives with Bayraktar TB2 Drones
n a move that could exacerbate already strained relations between the Maldives and India, Turkey has initiated the delivery of its renowned combat drones, the Bayraktar TB2, to the island nation.
Europe’s World-First AI Rules Set for Final Approval
uropean Union lawmakers are on the brink of giving their final approval to the much-anticipated Artificial Intelligence Act, marking a significant milestone in the regulation of AI technology globally.
Turkey Calls on EU to Avoid ‘Identity Politics’ in Relations
urkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, during a joint news conference with Hungarian counterpart Peter Szijjarto, urged the European Union to adopt a strategic mindset and move away from employing "identity politics" in its dealings with Turkey.
How the Middle East Became an Arena for Putin’s Power Struggle with the US
s conflict continues to escalate in the Middle East, the role of Russia in the region becomes increasingly prominent.
Portugal’s Centre-Right Wins Election Amid Far-Right Surge
n a political shift that reflects a broader trend in Europe, Portugal's centre-right Democratic Alliance (AD) emerged victorious in Sunday's general election, according to the party's leader, Luis Montenegro.
IMF: Red Sea Attacks Disrupt Global Trade
n the early months of 2024, global trade has encountered significant setbacks as a result of disruptions at two crucial shipping routes, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
EU and US Launch Humanitarian Corridor to Gaza
he European Union (EU) and the United States, alongside other partner countries, are set to launch a humanitarian corridor to Gaza as the region faces widespread hunger and shortages after nearly five months of war.
China Sets Ambitious 2024 Growth Target
n a bold move to revitalize its economy, Chinese Premier Li Qiang unveiled an ambitious economic growth target of around 5% for the year 2024 during the annual meeting of the National People's Congress, China's parliament.
NATO Launches Unprecedented Nordic Response Drill
ATO has initiated a comprehensive exercise, the Nordic Response 2024, aimed at safeguarding its newly expanded Nordic territory.
Turkish Influence Expands: Turkey-Somalia Maritime Agreement in the Horn of Africa
he agreement signed between the defense ministers of Turkey and Somalia on February 8, 2024, has had a significant impact on national, regional, and global politics.
Navigating the Aftermath: Turkey-Egypt Rapprochement and its Echoes in Libya
elations between Turkey and Egypt have been particularly strained in the aftermath of the 2013 military coup against then president Mohamed Morsi, with tensions manifesting themselves in multiple areas.
With KAAN, the Turkish Aerospace Industry Is Pioneering the Future of Defense
he KAAN fighter jet, developed as part of the National Fighter Aircraft Program, made its maiden flight on February 21, 2024.
China Extends Security Presence to Kiribati with Policing Assistance Program
n a move that underscores China's expanding influence in the Pacific region, uniformed Chinese police officers have been quietly deployed to Kiribati, a remote atoll nation situated in the Pacific Ocean near Hawaii.
South Korea’s Defense Industry Breaks the Mold in Global Arms Trade
outh Korea has rapidly ascended as a formidable player in the global arms trade, a development that has caught many security analysts off guard.
US Suspects Russia Developing Space-Based Nuclear Weapon
n a recent development, the United States has expressed concerns that Russia is in the process of developing a space-based anti-satellite nuclear weapon, according to an anonymous source familiar with the matter.
US Sanctions Threat Causes Disruption in Turkish-Russian Trade
recent threat by the United States to impose sanctions on financial institutions engaged in business with Russia has led to a slowdown in Turkish-Russian trade, affecting payments for both imported oil and Turkish exports, according to seven sources familiar with the matter.
China Offers Security Support to Hungary in Unprecedented Move
n an unusual diplomatic move, China has extended an offer to support Hungary in public security matters, marking a shift from the traditional focus on trade and investment.
What’s behind Germany’s Unconditional Support for Israel?
lthough modern German foreign and security policy has periodically evolved at critical junctures in the international system, especially after the unification of Germany, overall, the country has elicited respect in the eyes of the international community as a power with a considerable anti-militarist and "multilateralist" tradition.
Rising Geopolitical Risks and Declining Maritime Security in the Red Sea
outhi attacks in the Red Sea region are causing significant economic and security problems to the U.
Munich Security Conference Focuses on Israel and Ukraine
Key global leaders are converging in Munich for the annual Munich Security Conference (MSC), where discussions will be dominated by the ongoing conflicts in Israel and Ukraine, along with growing apprehensions about the U.
