December 2015
Tracing the Roots of Iraq's Threat of 'Military Action' Against Turkey
Iraq's Foreign Minister has threatened military action against Turkey if Turkish forces do not withdraw from northern Iraq. This situation highlights ongoing tensions in the…
Iraq Threatens Turkey with 'Military Action'
Iraq's Foreign Minister has warned Turkey of potential military action if Turkish troops do not withdraw from northern Iraq, where they have been training Kurdish…
Erdogan: The Request for Autonomy by Turkish Kurds is 'Treason'
Turkish President Erdogan condemned the call for autonomy by Kurdish leader Selahattin Demirtaş as treason, escalating tensions in Kurdish regions of Turkey. Legal actions against…
Arab League Calls for Immediate Withdrawal of Turkish Forces from Iraq
The Arab League has called for Turkey to withdraw its military forces from northern Iraq, labeling the intervention as a violation of Iraq's sovereignty. Iraq…
Explosion at Istanbul Airport Leaves One Dead
An explosion at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in Istanbul resulted in one death and one injury. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and…
Barzani Calls for Kurds to Prepare for Independence Referendum in Iraqi Kurdistan
Masoud Barzani has called for preparations for a referendum on Kurdish independence from Iraq, urging political groups to allow for real participation of minorities. This…
Turkey Reports the Death of Dozens of PKK Members
In southeastern Turkey, the military has reportedly killed 110 PKK members in recent clashes, particularly in the cities of Cizre and Silopi. This escalation is…
70 Members of PKK Killed in Recent Battles with Turkish Army
Turkey has launched extensive military operations against the PKK, resulting in the deaths of at least 70 PKK members and two Turkish soldiers. The operations…
Improvement of Turkey-Israel Relations: Interview with Meir Jadanfar
Turkey and Israel have agreed to normalize relations and return ambassadors to each other's countries amidst rising tensions between Turkey and Russia. This development indicates…
White House: Obama Calls for Withdrawal of Turkish Forces from Iraq
Barack Obama urged Turkish President Erdoğan to withdraw military forces from northern Iraq during a phone call, emphasizing Iraq's territorial integrity. This comes amid rising…
Putin's Annual Press Conference: 'Statements More for Domestic Consumption'
Vladimir Putin held his annual press conference addressing various issues, including Turkey's downing of a Russian jet and the Syrian civil war. He indicated a…
Islamic State Rocket Attack on Turkish Military Base in Northern Iraq
Islamic State militants launched a rocket attack on a Turkish military base in northern Iraq, injuring at least four Turkish soldiers. In retaliation, Turkish forces…
Turkey Withdraws Some Troops from Base in Northern Iraq
Turkey has begun withdrawing some of its troops from a base in northern Iraq following Iraq's demand for an immediate exit. This move comes amidst…
Russian Destroyer Fires Warning Shot at Turkish Fishing Vessel in Aegean Sea
A Russian destroyer fired warning shots at a Turkish fishing vessel in the Aegean Sea to prevent a collision, escalating tensions between Turkey and Russia.…
Jahangiri Criticizes Turkish Officials' Statements 'Against the Sacred Values of the Iranian People'
Eshaq Jahangiri criticized Turkish officials for making negative statements about Iran during a meeting with President Erdogan. The discussion arose after Erdogan complained about Iranian…
Moscow and Baghdad Consult on Turkish Forces Presence in Northern Iraq
Thousands of Iraqis protested against Turkish military presence near Mosul, while Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari discussed the issue with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.…
Turkey's Presence in Iraq: Ankara's 'Accidental Policy' in the Region
Turkey maintains a military presence in Iraq for training purposes, which has angered the Iraqi government, leading to threats of international action. The situation highlights…
Iranian Poet in Israel; 'I am Gay, and Iranian...'
Payam Fili, a young Iranian gay poet, has been granted permission to enter Israel, where he will hold a poetry reading and participate in a…
Iraq Complains to the United Nations Against Turkey
Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has instructed the Foreign Minister to file a complaint against Turkey at the UN after Erdogan declared that Turkish troops…
Erdogan: Turkey Will Not Withdraw Its Forces from Iraq
Turkish President Erdogan has confirmed that Turkey will not withdraw its military forces from Iraq, particularly from the Bashika camp near Mosul, despite Iraqi accusations…
Six Afghan Refugee Children Drown in Turkish Waters
Six Afghan refugee children drowned when their boat capsized while attempting to reach Greece from Turkey. Five others were rescued, and the search for two…
48-Hour Deadline from Abadi to Ankara; Turkey to Halt Troop Deployment to Northern Iraq
Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has issued a 48-hour ultimatum for Turkey to withdraw its troops from northern Iraq, threatening to escalate the issue to…
Iran Criticizes Turkey's Military Presence in Iraq
Iran has criticized Turkey's military presence in Iraq, labeling it as a violation of regional security and calling for coordination with the Iraqi government. The…
Haider al-Abadi: Turkey Must Immediately Withdraw Its Forces from Northern Iraq
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has demanded the immediate withdrawal of Turkish forces from Nineveh province, citing a violation of Iraq's sovereignty. This comes as…
Greece Seeks European Help for Border Control and Refugees
Greece has requested assistance from the European Union to manage its borders and care for refugees amid pressure and potential exclusion from the Schengen area.…
Putin Threatens Turkey Again: 'Economic Sanctions Are Not the End'
Vladimir Putin has threatened Turkey with further retaliatory actions following the downing of a Russian warplane, asserting that economic sanctions will not be the only…
NATO's Invitation to Montenegro Provokes Russian Anger
NATO has officially invited Montenegro to join the alliance, leading to immediate backlash from Russia, which views this as a threat to its influence in…
Several Injured Due to Bomb Explosion in Istanbul
A bomb exploded in Istanbul, injuring at least five people. The cause of the explosion is currently unknown, and no group has claimed responsibility. This…
Belgian Physicists: Both Sides Are Lying About the Downing of the Russian Plane
Belgian physicists analyzed the downing of a Russian fighter jet by Turkey, concluding that both countries' explanations are flawed. Their calculations indicate discrepancies in the…
Putin: Turkey Shot Down Jet to Protect Oil Trade with ISIS
Vladimir Putin accused Turkey of shooting down a Russian jet to protect its oil trade with ISIS, a claim Turkey denies. The incident has led…