Turkey said it launched strikes on Kurdish militants in Iraq and Syria after blaming them for an attack at a defense firm near Ankara. At least five people have been killed and 13 injured in a blast outside the headquarters of the Turkish Aerospace Industries near the capital. Watch in for more details!

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Turkey Terror Attack: Explosion And Gunfire Rock Turkish Aerospace Industries HQ, 5 Killed

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan on Wednesday (Oct 23).&nbsp;</p>

<p>In other news, three people were killed and 14 were injured in a terror attack on the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) near Ankara on Wednesday, Turkey's interior minister said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A huge explosion took place&nbsp;at the&nbsp;headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) near Ankara on Wednesday (Oct 23), killing three and injuring 14 others, Turkey's interior minister said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Wednesday (Oct 23) confirmed that the United States has evidence that the North Korean troops are in Russia and help Moscow's forces amid its ongoing war with Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the wake of more than a hundred hoax flight bomb threats, Indian government officials held a virtual meeting with the representatives of social media platforms such as X and Meta and airlines to discuss the issue.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan on Wednesday (Oct 23).

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan on Wednesday (Oct 23). In other news, three people were killed and 14 were injured in a terror attack on the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) near Ankara on Wednesday, Turkey's interior minister said. Click on the headlines to read more Modi-Xi meet: India PM stresses on ‘border peace, mutual trust and respect’ for amicable ties Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting in Russia's Kazan on Wednesday (Oct 23). During the meeting, Xi Jinping reportedly urged that China and India should strengthen their cooperation, according to Chinese state media. Terror attack at Turkish Aerospace Industries in Ankara; 3 killed, 14 injured A huge explosion took place at the headquarters of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) near Ankara on Wednesday (Oct 23), killing three and injuring 14 others, Turkey's interior minister said. ‘We support diplomacy, not war,’ PM Modi tells world leaders at BRICS Summit Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (Oct 23) said he supported “dialogue and diplomacy, not war” at the BRICS Summit currently underway in Russia’s Kazan. Potential successor of Hezbollah, Safieddine killed in Israeli attacks, group confirms Hashem Safieddine, the top Hezbollah official widely expected to succeed slain Secretary General Hassan Nasrallah, was killed in an Israeli attack, the group said Wednesday (Oct 23). French mass rape trial: Gisele Pelicot makes explosive testimony, says shame is on accused Gisele Pelicot, who was drugged by her former husband who then invited several men to rape her, took the stance at a French court in the mass rape trial, saying the shame of rape should be on the perpetrators, not the victims. Sikh teenage girl found dead inside walk-in oven at Walmart store in Canada A Sikh teenage girl was found dead inside a walk-in oven of a Walmart store's bakery department in Canada's Halifax city, the regional police said. 'There is evidence,' US claims North Korean troops deployed in Russia to fight against Ukraine US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Wednesday (Oct 23) confirmed that the United States has evidence that the North Korean troops are in Russia and help Moscow's forces amid its ongoing war with Ukraine. 'X abetting crime': Indian govt blasts social media platforms over hoax flight bomb threats In the wake of more than a hundred hoax flight bomb threats, Indian government officials held a virtual meeting with the representatives of social media platforms such as X and Meta and airlines to discuss the issue. Zimbabwe cricket team runs riot in Gambia capitulation as records tumble left, right and centre Records tumbled left, right and centre on Wednesday (Oct 23) in the Africa T20 World Cup qualifier as Zimbabwe beat Gambia by massive 290 runs. The match played at Ruaraka Sports Club Ground in Nairobi saw Zimbabwe’s Sikandar Raza smash a 32-ball hundred as they posted a massive 344/4 in 20 overs. As a result of the massive score, Zimbabwe set several records for a Test-playing nation in the shortest format. Nicki Minaj, Lil' Kim, Mary J Blige named in new lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs A new lawsuit filed against music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs mentions several high-profile celebrities including Nicki Minaj, Lil' Kim and Mary J Blige. The lawsuit has been filed by a Texas-based attorney who is representing many accusers of the music mogul.

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Turkiye is one of Israel's strongest critics. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has said Israel is looking to target his country after Gaza and Lebanon.

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<p>Turkey&nbsp;imposed anti-dumping&nbsp;duties&nbsp;on some&nbsp;steel&nbsp;imports&nbsp;from&nbsp;China,&nbsp;Russia,&nbsp;India&nbsp;and&nbsp;Japan, an Official Gazette announcement said on Friday, with the highest tariffs on Chinese&nbsp;imports, boosting stocks of flat&nbsp;steel&nbsp;producers.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;duties&nbsp;affect some four&nbsp;million tons of product&nbsp;imports&nbsp;with a value of some $2-2.2 billion, Turkish&nbsp;Steel Producers Association (TCUD) Secretary General Veysel Yayan told Reuters.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;duties&nbsp;range from 6.10% to 43.31% of cost, insurance and freight prices in a move aimed at preventing unfair competition after appeals by domestic producers, the announcement said.</p>

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<p>Ankara's decision comes amid rising trade tensions between&nbsp;China&nbsp;and the European Union over tariffs on electric vehicles, brandy and other goods, and follows&nbsp;China's complaint to the World Trade Organisation on import&nbsp;duties&nbsp;imposed on Chinese EVs entering&nbsp;Turkey.</p>

<p>An investigation into hot rolled&nbsp;steel&nbsp;imports&nbsp;following domestic producers' appeals showed that the alleged dumping of&nbsp;steel&nbsp;threatened to damage domestic production, said the Official Gazette, a state journal that publishes new legislation and other announcements.</p>

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<p>Shares in Turkish&nbsp;steel&nbsp;producer Erdemir rose as much as 2.48% after the announcement, trading up 2.11% at 0900 GMT. Isdemir was up 2.2%.</p>

<p>"We view this development as positive for hot-rolled flat&nbsp;steel&nbsp;producers, particularly Isdemir and Erdemir," brokerage Deniz Yatirim said in a note, adding that it could have a supportive effect on sentiment for stocks in other sectors.</p>

<p>TCUD's Yayan said he expected the capacity utilisation rates of domestic producers to increase after the imposition of the anti-dumping duty on hot-rolled flat&nbsp;steel&nbsp;imports.</p>

<p>Duties&nbsp;imposed on&nbsp;imports&nbsp;from&nbsp;China&nbsp;range from around 15% to 43%, and tariffs imposed on imports from Russia, India&nbsp;and&nbsp;Japan&nbsp;range from 6% to 9%, according to the decision.</p>

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Turkey imposed anti-dumping duties on some steel imports from China, Russia, India and Japan, an Official Gazette announcement said on Friday, with the highest tariffs on Chinese imports, boosting stocks of flat steel producers.

Turkey imposed anti-dumping duties on some steel imports from China, Russia, India and Japan, an Official Gazette announcement said on Friday, with the highest tariffs on Chinese imports, boosting stocks of flat steel producers. The duties affect some four million tons of product imports with a value of some $2-2.2 billion, Turkish Steel Producers Association (TCUD) Secretary General Veysel Yayan told Reuters. The duties range from 6.10% to 43.31% of cost, insurance and freight prices in a move aimed at preventing unfair competition after appeals by domestic producers, the announcement said. Also read: Noel Tata, half-brother of late Ratan Tata, appointed chairman of Tata Trusts Ankara's decision comes amid rising trade tensions between China and the European Union over tariffs on electric vehicles, brandy and other goods, and follows China's complaint to the World Trade Organisation on import duties imposed on Chinese EVs entering Turkey. An investigation into hot rolled steel imports following domestic producers' appeals showed that the alleged dumping of steel threatened to damage domestic production, said the Official Gazette, a state journal that publishes new legislation and other announcements. Also read: India calls for investigation after deity's crown stolen from B'desh temple Shares in Turkish steel producer Erdemir rose as much as 2.48% after the announcement, trading up 2.11% at 0900 GMT. Isdemir was up 2.2%. "We view this development as positive for hot-rolled flat steel producers, particularly Isdemir and Erdemir," brokerage Deniz Yatirim said in a note, adding that it could have a supportive effect on sentiment for stocks in other sectors. TCUD's Yayan said he expected the capacity utilisation rates of domestic producers to increase after the imposition of the anti-dumping duty on hot-rolled flat steel imports. Duties imposed on imports from China range from around 15% to 43%, and tariffs imposed on imports from Russia, India and Japan range from 6% to 9%, according to the decision. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Turkey slaps hefty anti-dumping tariffs on China, Russia, India, Japan steel imports

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<p>Archaeologists have unearthed the oldest eyeliner from the ruins of a prehistoric city in Turkey which has proved that humans were using makeup more than 8,000 years ago.</p>

<p>The kohl stick, which is a kind of eyeliner still popular among people, was found in Yeşilova Höyük which is an ancient settlement in western Turkey.</p>

<p>The kohl stick is made using green serpentine stone and there are traces of black paint on its tip, more than 8,200 years after it was used.</p>

<p>Speaking about the discovery to Daily Mail, lead archaeologist Zafer Derin said, "For centuries, kohl has been worn by individuals of all genders, statuses, and socioeconomic levels."</p>

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<p>The kohl is believed to have been used in various parts of the world like Egypt, the Levant,&nbsp;Syria,&nbsp;Iran, and Anatolia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's been used from ancient times to the present, and it is still used in many regions today.&nbsp;&nbsp;The kohl stick found in Yeşilova Höyük is the oldest known example ever found. This may show how much the first Aegean women living in Yeşilova were fond of their beauty," Derin added.</p>

<p>The kohl stick was discovered in a Neolithic layer which dates back to 8,200 years.&nbsp;Yeşilova Höyük is an ancient place in the Turkish city of Izmir.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How was kohl stick&nbsp;used in ancient times?</strong></h2>

<p>The kohl stick is nearly 10 cm long and a centimetre thick and is among various artefacts developed by the people of&nbsp;Yeşilova Höyük in ancient times.</p>

<p>Dr Derin stated that it was "very well smoothed and shaped into a sharp pen".</p>

<p>The kohl stick was probably dipped into a container of kohl and then used for makeup.</p>

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<p>The experts have sent the black substance at the tip for analysis, however, it is believed to be manganese oxide, which is one of the components of kohl.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Yet its use not have been purely cosmetic. As it is known from many written texts, paintings, and sculptures in ancient Egypt, kohl was mainly used for the treatment of eye diseases rather than an aesthetic function," Dr Derin said.</p>

<p>"It was also thought to reduce the brightness of the sun by applying it thickly around the eyes," he added.</p>

<p>Kohl is created by grinding stibnite which is a mineral discovered in hydrothermal deposits.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Archaeologists have unearthed the oldest eyeliner from the ruins of a prehistoric city in Turkey which has proved that humans were using makeup more than 8,000 years ago.

Archaeologists have unearthed the oldest eyeliner from the ruins of a prehistoric city in Turkey which has proved that humans were using makeup more than 8,000 years ago. The kohl stick, which is a kind of eyeliner still popular among people, was found in Yeşilova Höyük which is an ancient settlement in western Turkey. The kohl stick is made using green serpentine stone and there are traces of black paint on its tip, more than 8,200 years after it was used. Speaking about the discovery to Daily Mail, lead archaeologist Zafer Derin said, "For centuries, kohl has been worn by individuals of all genders, statuses, and socioeconomic levels." Also Read: China had world's oldest cheese but it was hidden in a shockingly weird place The kohl is believed to have been used in various parts of the world like Egypt, the Levant, Syria, Iran, and Anatolia. "It's been used from ancient times to the present, and it is still used in many regions today. The kohl stick found in Yeşilova Höyük is the oldest known example ever found. This may show how much the first Aegean women living in Yeşilova were fond of their beauty," Derin added. The kohl stick was discovered in a Neolithic layer which dates back to 8,200 years. Yeşilova Höyük is an ancient place in the Turkish city of Izmir. How was kohl stick used in ancient times? The kohl stick is nearly 10 cm long and a centimetre thick and is among various artefacts developed by the people of Yeşilova Höyük in ancient times. Dr Derin stated that it was "very well smoothed and shaped into a sharp pen". The kohl stick was probably dipped into a container of kohl and then used for makeup. Also Read: Scientists are on a mission to find 1.5-million-year-old ice, oldest in the world The experts have sent the black substance at the tip for analysis, however, it is believed to be manganese oxide, which is one of the components of kohl. "Yet its use not have been purely cosmetic. As it is known from many written texts, paintings, and sculptures in ancient Egypt, kohl was mainly used for the treatment of eye diseases rather than an aesthetic function," Dr Derin said. "It was also thought to reduce the brightness of the sun by applying it thickly around the eyes," he added. Kohl is created by grinding stibnite which is a mineral discovered in hydrothermal deposits. (With inputs from agencies)

World's oldest eyeliner unearthed in Turkey. After 8,200 years, its tip is still black

<p>New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on five federal charges of bribery, fraud and soliciting illegal foreign campaign donations. The indictment comes three years after authorities opened an investigation against him in 2021, with primary charges coming from allegations that he may have received funds from the Turkish government in exchange for official actions on Ankara’s behalf.</p>

<p>The indictment said that a “senior official in the Turkish diplomatic establishment” sent illegal donations to Adams’s election campaign in 2021. After he won the elections, a Turkish official allegedly wrote to one of Adam’s staffers that the foreign minister of Turkey was “personally paying attention to him.”</p>

<p>The day he won the elections, he allegedly received a text from a Turkish businessman, which read, “I’m going to go and talk to our elders in Ankara about how we can turn this into an advantage for our country’s lobby.”</p>

<p>As per allegations, in April 2022, a Turkish official won assurances from Adams that the mayor won’t speak about the Armenian Genocide as the Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day was approaching.</p>

<p>“Adams did not make such a statement,” the indictment said. Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day commemorates the killings of more than 1.5 million Armenians by Turks more than a century ago.</p>

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<p>The indictment alleged that Adams was awarded with free trips and airlines upgrades worth more than $100,000, which also included a trip from New York to India back in 2016.</p>

<p>In March 2019, when Adams was planning another trip to Turkey, his staffer allegedly told him to “delete all messages you send me” to be on safer side, to which the mayor responded, “Always do.”</p>

<p>Following his indictment, Adams addressed a conference in which he said, “Everyone who knows me knows that I follow the campaign rules and I follow the law,” something that he has said numerous times in the past.</p>

<p>Before the indictment, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seized Eric Adams’s phone early Thursday.</p>

<p>Earlier, federal agents arrived at the mayor’s official residence, Gracie Mansion, at about 6 am local time and entered the building to conduct a search.</p>

<p>Despite massive allegations and indictment, Adams said ‘no’ when he was asked whether he is considering stepping down.</p>

<p>“I was elected by 700,000 people.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on five federal charges of bribery, fraud and soliciting illegal foreign campaign donations. The indictment comes three years after authorities opened an investigation against him in 2021, with primary charges coming from allegations that he may have received funds from the Turkish government in exchange for official actions on Ankara’s behalf.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted on five federal charges of bribery, fraud and soliciting illegal foreign campaign donations. The indictment comes three years after authorities opened an investigation against him in 2021, with primary charges coming from allegations that he may have received funds from the Turkish government in exchange for official actions on Ankara’s behalf. The indictment said that a “senior official in the Turkish diplomatic establishment” sent illegal donations to Adams’s election campaign in 2021. After he won the elections, a Turkish official allegedly wrote to one of Adam’s staffers that the foreign minister of Turkey was “personally paying attention to him.” The day he won the elections, he allegedly received a text from a Turkish businessman, which read, “I’m going to go and talk to our elders in Ankara about how we can turn this into an advantage for our country’s lobby.” As per allegations, in April 2022, a Turkish official won assurances from Adams that the mayor won’t speak about the Armenian Genocide as the Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day was approaching. “Adams did not make such a statement,” the indictment said. Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day commemorates the killings of more than 1.5 million Armenians by Turks more than a century ago. Also read: New York City Mayor Eric Adams indicted by grand jury in corruption probe, says won't resign The indictment alleged that Adams was awarded with free trips and airlines upgrades worth more than $100,000, which also included a trip from New York to India back in 2016. In March 2019, when Adams was planning another trip to Turkey, his staffer allegedly told him to “delete all messages you send me” to be on safer side, to which the mayor responded, “Always do.” Following his indictment, Adams addressed a conference in which he said, “Everyone who knows me knows that I follow the campaign rules and I follow the law,” something that he has said numerous times in the past. Before the indictment, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seized Eric Adams’s phone early Thursday. Earlier, federal agents arrived at the mayor’s official residence, Gracie Mansion, at about 6 am local time and entered the building to conduct a search. Despite massive allegations and indictment, Adams said ‘no’ when he was asked whether he is considering stepping down. “I was elected by 700,000 people.” (With inputs from agencies)

NYC Mayor Adams charged with bribery, fraud; accused of acting on Turkey’s behalf

<p>Earthquakes are known to wreak devastation on food, buildings, the economy, and the lives of those affected, besides mental health. But now a new study has found a physical side-effect of the natural occurrence, one that only affects women.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Researchers have found that a woman's menstrual cycle also takes a hit due to a traumatic event like an earthquake. Menstruation is linked to hormonal fluctuations and involves the shedding of the uterine lining around every 27 days when the egg does not fertilise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When the monthly cycle follows a basic pattern, it indicates that the woman is healthy. However, when it starts to fluctuate or causes more than normal pain or blood flow, there is most likely a problem that can either be physical or mental.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The corresponding author of the study, Sibel Kiyak of Necmettin Erbakan University, Turkey, said in a statement, "Earthquakes can disrupt not only physical but also hormonal and psychological balances, which can directly affect women's reproductive health."</p>

<p>Published in the scientific journal Brain and Behavior, the study specifically talks about women who witnessed two major earthquakes in Turkey who are now likely facing disruptions in their menstrual cycles.</p>

<p>The study had 309 participants aged 18 to 49 who lived in the 11 regions declared as disaster zones after the February 6, 2023, earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey.</p>

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<p>Measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale, the earthquake killed more than 50,000 people and injured over 110,000. Nearly 38,000 buildings collapsed in the province, and there was immense pressure on the resources.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Study on Turkey earthquake and women</h2>

<p>They were asked to list the physical and mental side effects of the event nine months after it happened. The study found a significant rise in the number of women suffering from menstrual irregularities.</p>

<p>At least 14.3 per cent of the women had irregular cycles before the earthquakes, while 44.8 per cent reported going through it afterwards.</p>

<p>The problems listed included 14.6 per cent of women reporting infrequent cycles after the earthquakes; 12.3 per cent with heavy bleeding each month; 10.7 per cent saying their periods had become overly frequent; and 10.7 per cent reporting bleeding in between their periods.</p>

<p>Shockingly, &nbsp;22.7 per cent of these women were found to be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), hinting at&nbsp;a link between irregularities and the trauma. PTSD can be triggered by even one traumatic incident.</p>

<p>However, the study group did not represent all groups of women, as it required them to be literate and have an internet connection.</p>

<p>But the authors say they noted that the trauma had influenced the hormones, and therefore reproductive health.</p>


Earthquakes are known to wreak devastation on food, buildings, the economy, and the lives of those affected, besides mental health. But now a new study has found a physical side-effect of the natural occurrence, one that only affects women.

Earthquakes are known to wreak devastation on food, buildings, the economy, and the lives of those affected, besides mental health. But now a new study has found a physical side-effect of the natural occurrence, one that only affects women. Researchers have found that a woman's menstrual cycle also takes a hit due to a traumatic event like an earthquake. Menstruation is linked to hormonal fluctuations and involves the shedding of the uterine lining around every 27 days when the egg does not fertilise. When the monthly cycle follows a basic pattern, it indicates that the woman is healthy. However, when it starts to fluctuate or causes more than normal pain or blood flow, there is most likely a problem that can either be physical or mental. The corresponding author of the study, Sibel Kiyak of Necmettin Erbakan University, Turkey, said in a statement, "Earthquakes can disrupt not only physical but also hormonal and psychological balances, which can directly affect women's reproductive health." Published in the scientific journal Brain and Behavior, the study specifically talks about women who witnessed two major earthquakes in Turkey who are now likely facing disruptions in their menstrual cycles. The study had 309 participants aged 18 to 49 who lived in the 11 regions declared as disaster zones after the February 6, 2023, earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey. Also Read: Karnataka woman dies after donating 60% of her liver to husband's aunt Measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale, the earthquake killed more than 50,000 people and injured over 110,000. Nearly 38,000 buildings collapsed in the province, and there was immense pressure on the resources. Study on Turkey earthquake and women They were asked to list the physical and mental side effects of the event nine months after it happened. The study found a significant rise in the number of women suffering from menstrual irregularities. At least 14.3 per cent of the women had irregular cycles before the earthquakes, while 44.8 per cent reported going through it afterwards. The problems listed included 14.6 per cent of women reporting infrequent cycles after the earthquakes; 12.3 per cent with heavy bleeding each month; 10.7 per cent saying their periods had become overly frequent; and 10.7 per cent reporting bleeding in between their periods. Shockingly, 22.7 per cent of these women were found to be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), hinting at a link between irregularities and the trauma. PTSD can be triggered by even one traumatic incident. However, the study group did not represent all groups of women, as it required them to be literate and have an internet connection. But the authors say they noted that the trauma had influenced the hormones, and therefore reproductive health.

Traumatic incidents like earthquakes can alter a woman’s menstrual cycle: Study

<p>For the first time in years, Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has skipped the mention of Kashmir during his annual address at the United National General Assembly.&nbsp;Erdogan has been regularly, in some form or another, mentioning Kashmir since 2019, when India removed the special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated it into two union territories.</p>

<p>In 2023, he called for the "establishment of a just and lasting peace in Kashmir through dialogue and cooperation between India and Pakistan".&nbsp;In 2022, he used the same phrase and regretted that "strong peace, and cooperation between India and Pakistan had still not yet been established, despite 75 years following their independence."</p>

<p>In 2021, he called for the "resolution" of Kashmir through UN resolutions, something he had said in 2020 as well.&nbsp;He was most vocal in 2019, and said that the "dispute must be resolved through dialogue on the basis of justice and fairness, rather than conflict."</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Erdogan wants India-Pak dialogue on Kashmir</strong></p>

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<p>The absence of comments is expected to further pave the way for positive ties between India and Türkiye.&nbsp;The development comes even as Türkiye is keen to become a member of the BRICS grouping. Joining BRICS could offer Türkiye new economic opportunities, including enhanced trade relations, investment from BRICS countries, and participation in alternative financial mechanisms like the New Development Bank.&nbsp;India is one of the founding members of the BRICS grouping.</p>

<p>During his UNGA address, Erdoğan pointed out,&nbsp;"We maintain our will to develop our relations with BRICS, which brings together emerging economies" and that his country is "deepening engagement with regional organizations, such as the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), the Pacific Islands Forum and particularly ASEAN."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-slams-erdogans-kashmir-remark-as-gross-interference-in-internal-affairs-329561"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;India slams Erdogan's Kashmir remark as 'gross interference' in internal affairs</strong></a></p>

<p>IORA is another grouping that has India as its key member.</p>

<p>Last week, India announced its new ambassador to the country, Muktesh Kumar Pardeshi who is currently an officer on special duty in the Ministry of External Affairs.</p>


For the first time in years, Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has skipped the mention of Kashmir during his annual address at the United National General Assembly.

For the first time in years, Türkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has skipped the mention of Kashmir during his annual address at the United National General Assembly. Erdogan has been regularly, in some form or another, mentioning Kashmir since 2019, when India removed the special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated it into two union territories. In 2023, he called for the "establishment of a just and lasting peace in Kashmir through dialogue and cooperation between India and Pakistan". In 2022, he used the same phrase and regretted that "strong peace, and cooperation between India and Pakistan had still not yet been established, despite 75 years following their independence." In 2021, he called for the "resolution" of Kashmir through UN resolutions, something he had said in 2020 as well. He was most vocal in 2019, and said that the "dispute must be resolved through dialogue on the basis of justice and fairness, rather than conflict." Watch | Gravitas: Erdogan wants India-Pak dialogue on Kashmir × The absence of comments is expected to further pave the way for positive ties between India and Türkiye. The development comes even as Türkiye is keen to become a member of the BRICS grouping. Joining BRICS could offer Türkiye new economic opportunities, including enhanced trade relations, investment from BRICS countries, and participation in alternative financial mechanisms like the New Development Bank. India is one of the founding members of the BRICS grouping. During his UNGA address, Erdoğan pointed out, "We maintain our will to develop our relations with BRICS, which brings together emerging economies" and that his country is "deepening engagement with regional organizations, such as the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), the Pacific Islands Forum and particularly ASEAN." Also read | India slams Erdogan's Kashmir remark as 'gross interference' in internal affairs IORA is another grouping that has India as its key member. Last week, India announced its new ambassador to the country, Muktesh Kumar Pardeshi who is currently an officer on special duty in the Ministry of External Affairs.

For first time in years, Türkiye President Erdogan skips mention of Kashmir at UNGA address

<p><em>Dune</em> actress Florence Pugh was caught kissing one of her female friends during her vacation in Turkey. Pugh spent a week in the country at a five-star resort where she had a gala time.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The actress posted a bunch of photos on Instagram on Thursday, showing off the fun, food and drinks she had there. Pugh can be seen hugging her friends, having delicious food and kicking up a storm on the beach.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pictures show her in a tiny black bikini sitting on the edge of a yacht. In another photo, she can be seen wearing a lilac maxi summer dress and drinking and dancing with friends on the beach in the evening. One of the photos also shows her giving a female friend a kiss on the lips.</p>

<p>Posting the pictures, Pugh wrote, "Glorious. Sunshine. Food. Juice. Sea. Food again. Quality time with my quality bunch. Love. More food. Ultimate peak laughter. Breakfast leftovers at the beach because I can’t leave leftovers."</p>

<p>"Listening to @yasminhasss, @louisiii and @jtfirstman new unreleased music as the sun goes down...The most unbelievably delicious week. I’m still full."</p>

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<p>Right before she left for the trip, Pugh confirmed reports that she is dating actor Finn Cole.</p>

<p>Rumours had been rife that the <em>Peaky Blinders</em> star and Pugh were romantically involved. She was seen exiting <em>The Perfect Couple</em> premiere after-party with the actor. During her October cover shoot with Vogue, Pugh said, "I am. OK, so something that I resonate with is that I believe that if magic is real, then it's falling in love."</p>

<p>She even admitted to being ready to start a family.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are figuring what we actually are. And I think for the first time, I'm not allowing myself to go on a roller-coaster," she said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, Pugh was in a relationship with 49-year-old Zach Braff from 2019 to 2022. The couple broke up in 2022. "We've been trying to do this separation without the world knowing because it's been a relationship that everybody has an opinion on," she said in an interview with Harper's Bazaar in 2022.</p>


Dune actress Florence Pugh was caught kissing one of her female friends during her vacation in Turkey. Pugh spent a week in the country at a five-star resort where she had a gala time.

Dune actress Florence Pugh was caught kissing one of her female friends during her vacation in Turkey. Pugh spent a week in the country at a five-star resort where she had a gala time. The actress posted a bunch of photos on Instagram on Thursday, showing off the fun, food and drinks she had there. Pugh can be seen hugging her friends, having delicious food and kicking up a storm on the beach. Pictures show her in a tiny black bikini sitting on the edge of a yacht. In another photo, she can be seen wearing a lilac maxi summer dress and drinking and dancing with friends on the beach in the evening. One of the photos also shows her giving a female friend a kiss on the lips. Posting the pictures, Pugh wrote, "Glorious. Sunshine. Food. Juice. Sea. Food again. Quality time with my quality bunch. Love. More food. Ultimate peak laughter. Breakfast leftovers at the beach because I can’t leave leftovers." "Listening to @yasminhasss, @louisiii and @jtfirstman new unreleased music as the sun goes down...The most unbelievably delicious week. I’m still full." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Florence Pugh (@florencepugh) × Right before she left for the trip, Pugh confirmed reports that she is dating actor Finn Cole. Rumours had been rife that the Peaky Blinders star and Pugh were romantically involved. She was seen exiting The Perfect Couple premiere after-party with the actor. During her October cover shoot with Vogue, Pugh said, "I am. OK, so something that I resonate with is that I believe that if magic is real, then it's falling in love." She even admitted to being ready to start a family. "We are figuring what we actually are. And I think for the first time, I'm not allowing myself to go on a roller-coaster," she said. Previously, Pugh was in a relationship with 49-year-old Zach Braff from 2019 to 2022. The couple broke up in 2022. "We've been trying to do this separation without the world knowing because it's been a relationship that everybody has an opinion on," she said in an interview with Harper's Bazaar in 2022.

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<p>Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has gone all out at military graduates who took a pro-secular oath during their graduation ceremony, which was apparently against what the Turkish government proposed earlier.</p>

<p>Erdogan is now bent on “purging” those graduates from the military who took this particular oath, he said at a conference for Islamic schools in Kocaeli city on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He described those involved as “opportunists,” and added that an investigation is underway that “the few impertinent individuals responsible will be purged.” The only problem is, that there were not “few” military graduates involved in the incident, but many.</p>

<p>“Whoever they are, it is not possible for them to be part of our military,” Erdogan said.</p>

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<p>This video is from August 30, during the graduation ceremony at the Turkish Military Academy, Ankara, where young military leaders can be heard taking oath in the name of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Ataturk was the founding father of Turkiye who promoted secular values in the country.</p>

<p>Erdogan was also present at the graduation ceremony on Aug 30.</p>

<p>Valedictorian Ebru Eroglu led the 960-strong graduating class in reciting the official military oath about defending Turkey.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Watch |&nbsp;<strong>Turkish workers bear the brunt of economic crisis</strong></p>

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<p>But video footage from about an hour later shows about 400 of the graduates gathered in a field, raising their swords and chanting “We are the soldiers of Mustafa Kemal” — a reference to the secular founder of modern Turkey.</p>

<p>Eroglu then led the group in the Officer’s Oath, in which they vowed to defend “a secular, democratic Turkey." This original oath was discontinued from the academy in 2022, under Erdogan’s policies.</p>

<p>Erdogan has tried to make Turkiye overtly religious since his term as President started in 2014. He made many changes in the country to shed off some of the secularist traditions of the original Kemalist republic.</p>

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<p>One of the most radical changes under Erdogan’s government was when the Turkish top court declared Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia as a mosque. The top court ruled that the ancient building’s conversion to a museum by modern Turkiye’s founding statesman Ataturk was illegal. The cultural place was opened to the public for prayers two weeks after the ruling in July 2020.</p>

<p>Some pro-government commentators were highly critical of the actions of the military graduates, suggesting it might be a challenge to Erdogan’s government. Others online praised it as a sign that the Turkish military will remain secular regardless of the ruling party.</p>

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has gone all out at military graduates who took a pro-secular oath during their graduation ceremony, which was apparently against what the Turkish government proposed earlier.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has gone all out at military graduates who took a pro-secular oath during their graduation ceremony, which was apparently against what the Turkish government proposed earlier. Erdogan is now bent on “purging” those graduates from the military who took this particular oath, he said at a conference for Islamic schools in Kocaeli city on Saturday. He described those involved as “opportunists,” and added that an investigation is underway that “the few impertinent individuals responsible will be purged.” The only problem is, that there were not “few” military graduates involved in the incident, but many. “Whoever they are, it is not possible for them to be part of our military,” Erdogan said. Also Read | Video: ‘The way you deserve…,’ Radical group assaults US soldiers in Turkey Watch the video here. 30 Ağustos'ta Kara Harp Okulu’ndan mezun olan Teğmenler: ‘Mustafa Kemal'in Askerleriyiz!’ 🇹🇷 pic.twitter.com/lW7kqBWOt1 — Melis Aslan (@MelisAslan__) August 31, 2024 × This video is from August 30, during the graduation ceremony at the Turkish Military Academy, Ankara, where young military leaders can be heard taking oath in the name of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Ataturk was the founding father of Turkiye who promoted secular values in the country. Erdogan was also present at the graduation ceremony on Aug 30. Valedictorian Ebru Eroglu led the 960-strong graduating class in reciting the official military oath about defending Turkey. Watch | Turkish workers bear the brunt of economic crisis × But video footage from about an hour later shows about 400 of the graduates gathered in a field, raising their swords and chanting “We are the soldiers of Mustafa Kemal” — a reference to the secular founder of modern Turkey. Eroglu then led the group in the Officer’s Oath, in which they vowed to defend “a secular, democratic Turkey." This original oath was discontinued from the academy in 2022, under Erdogan’s policies. Erdogan has tried to make Turkiye overtly religious since his term as President started in 2014. He made many changes in the country to shed off some of the secularist traditions of the original Kemalist republic. Also Read | China to train thousands of law enforcement officers to pose itself as global security leader One of the most radical changes under Erdogan’s government was when the Turkish top court declared Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia as a mosque. The top court ruled that the ancient building’s conversion to a museum by modern Turkiye’s founding statesman Ataturk was illegal. The cultural place was opened to the public for prayers two weeks after the ruling in July 2020. Some pro-government commentators were highly critical of the actions of the military graduates, suggesting it might be a challenge to Erdogan’s government. Others online praised it as a sign that the Turkish military will remain secular regardless of the ruling party. (With inputs from agencies)

Erdogan vows to 'purge' Turkish military graduates for taking pro-secular oath

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Turkey has arrested 15 members of a radical nationalist youth movement accused of assaulting two US marines in the western city of Izmir. Watch in for more details!

Turkey arrests 15 TGB members accused of attacking US sailors

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<p>The US embassy in Turkey said that a nationalist Turkish youth group on Monday (Sep 2) assaulted two US soldiers in the western part of the country, leading to the arrest of at least 15 individuals.</p>

<p>In a statement, the Izmir governor’s office said members of the Turkey Youth Union (TGB) “physically attacked” two US soldiers dressed as civilians in the Konak district.</p>

<p>The statement added that five US soldiers got involved as the incident unfolded, before an intervention by police. All 15 attackers were subsequently detained and an investigation was launched.</p>

<h2><strong>White House ‘troubled’</strong></h2>

<p>A statement by the White House on Monday said it was “troubled” by the incident and that it was “appreciative that Turkish police are taking this matter seriously and holding those responsible accountable”.</p>

<p>The US embassy in Turkey later said all US soldiers were safe. “We can confirm reports that US service members embarked aboard the USS Wasp were the victims of an assault in Izmir today, and are now safe,” it said on social media platform X.</p>

<h2><strong>TGB releases video</strong></h2>

<p>Turkey Youth Union (TGB) is a youth group which holds anti-US views. The group is backed by the Turkish "Vatan Party," a nationalist political party in Turkey.</p>

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<p>The group is a staunch critic of Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Islamic-rooted party. It follows the principles of modern Turkey’s founding father Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.</p>

<p>A video of the attack later emerged on social media, showing a group of people assaulting a man and putting white hood over his head amidst sloganeering.</p>

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<p>“US soldiers who carry the blood of our soldiers and thousands of Palestinians on their hands cannot dirty our country. Every time you step foot in these lands, we will meet you the way you deserve,” TGB said.</p>

<h2><strong>US-Turkey relations</strong></h2>

<p>The relations between the two nations have nosedived over the past years as Washington seeks closer ties with Syrian Kurds, who Ankara sees as extremists.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the acquisition of Russia’s S-400 defence system by Turkey has also caused unease in the US.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Economic crisis looms in Turkey: Turkish workers bear the brunt of economic crisis</strong></p>

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<p>Differences have also emerged over the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, with Erdogan going all out against the Jewish nation, a key ally of Washington.</p>

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The US embassy in Turkey said that a nationalist Turkish youth group on Monday (Sep 2) assaulted two US soldiers in the western part of the country, leading to the arrest of at least 15 individuals.

The US embassy in Turkey said that a nationalist Turkish youth group on Monday (Sep 2) assaulted two US soldiers in the western part of the country, leading to the arrest of at least 15 individuals. In a statement, the Izmir governor’s office said members of the Turkey Youth Union (TGB) “physically attacked” two US soldiers dressed as civilians in the Konak district. The statement added that five US soldiers got involved as the incident unfolded, before an intervention by police. All 15 attackers were subsequently detained and an investigation was launched. White House ‘troubled’ A statement by the White House on Monday said it was “troubled” by the incident and that it was “appreciative that Turkish police are taking this matter seriously and holding those responsible accountable”. The US embassy in Turkey later said all US soldiers were safe. “We can confirm reports that US service members embarked aboard the USS Wasp were the victims of an assault in Izmir today, and are now safe,” it said on social media platform X. TGB releases video Turkey Youth Union (TGB) is a youth group which holds anti-US views. The group is backed by the Turkish "Vatan Party," a nationalist political party in Turkey. JUST IN🚨 US soldiers attacked in Smyrna after USS WASP anchored for a 4-day visit until it departs for the Eastmed. Is this how one NATO member treats another member? Turkey has been drifting away from the west these past few years, today they formally applied to join BRICS pic.twitter.com/VcznqRPrsA — Harry Theocharous (@TheocharousH) September 2, 2024 × The group is a staunch critic of Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Islamic-rooted party. It follows the principles of modern Turkey’s founding father Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. A video of the attack later emerged on social media, showing a group of people assaulting a man and putting white hood over his head amidst sloganeering. Also read: Turkey`s Erdogan issues warning against NATO-Russia conflict “US soldiers who carry the blood of our soldiers and thousands of Palestinians on their hands cannot dirty our country. Every time you step foot in these lands, we will meet you the way you deserve,” TGB said. US-Turkey relations The relations between the two nations have nosedived over the past years as Washington seeks closer ties with Syrian Kurds, who Ankara sees as extremists. Meanwhile, the acquisition of Russia’s S-400 defence system by Turkey has also caused unease in the US. Watch: Economic crisis looms in Turkey: Turkish workers bear the brunt of economic crisis × Differences have also emerged over the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, with Erdogan going all out against the Jewish nation, a key ally of Washington. (With inputs from agencies)

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A nationalist Turkish youth group on Monday physically assaulted two US soldiers in western Turkey. 15 assailants had been arrested over the incident.

Turkey arrests 15 accused of assaulting US servicemen

Turkiye is grappling with severe economic challenges, driven by a persistent inflation rate of 60 percent, which is twelve times the official target. The central bank has maintained its benchmark interest rate at 50 percent since April, marking the tightest monetary conditions in two decades.

Turkish workers bear the brunt of economic crisis

Firefighters in Turkey are racing against time to contain the raging wildfires in the western part of the region. Watch in for more details!

Turkiye battles Wildfires: Planes, helicopters deployed to douse blaze

<p>A new study has found hidden reasons behind why cats scratch furniture. Yasemin Salgirli Demirbas, a veterinary researcher from Ankara University, shared that factors like the presence of children at home, the personality of the cat, and their activity levels greatly influence how much a cat scratches.</p>

<p>"We show that certain factors – such as the presence of children at home, personality traits of cats, and their activity levels – significantly impact the extent of scratching behaviour," Science Alert quoted&nbsp;Salgirli Demirbas as saying.</p>

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<p>Although scratching is a natural behaviour for cats, it can become problematic when it leads to furniture damage. Demirbas and her research team from Portugal, Canada and France discovered that stress plays a major role in increasing this behaviour. When owners become upset with their cats, it can escalate social tension in the home, prompting cats to scratch even more frequently.</p>

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<h2><strong>Study findings</strong></h2>

<p>The study surveyed over 1,200 cat owners and showed a strong connection between stress and increased scratching. "Cats living with children, being more active during play or at night, are more likely to scratch," Demirbas explained. Cats with aggressive or disruptive behaviour also scratched more often.</p>

<h2><strong>How to handle scratching</strong></h2>

<p>To manage this behaviour, experts suggest using positive strategies rather than punishing the cat. Placing a scratching post near the area where the cat prefers to scratch can help. Cats often scratch in meaningful areas to express how they feel. It’s also important to play with your cat in a way that doesn’t overstimulate them, as too much excitement can lead to more scratching.</p>

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<p>"Understanding these behaviours can help cat owners guide their pets to scratch in the right places, making home life more peaceful," Demirbas concluded.</p>

<p>The research was published in<em> Frontiers in Veterinary Science.</em></p>

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A new study has found hidden reasons behind why cats scratch furniture. Yasemin Salgirli Demirbas, a veterinary researcher from Ankara University, shared that factors like the presence of children at home, the personality of the cat, and their activity levels greatly influence how much a cat scratches.

A new study has found hidden reasons behind why cats scratch furniture. Yasemin Salgirli Demirbas, a veterinary researcher from Ankara University, shared that factors like the presence of children at home, the personality of the cat, and their activity levels greatly influence how much a cat scratches. "We show that certain factors – such as the presence of children at home, personality traits of cats, and their activity levels – significantly impact the extent of scratching behaviour," Science Alert quoted Salgirli Demirbas as saying. Also read | Martian rocks containing signs of life to be brought to Earth, can reveal... Although scratching is a natural behaviour for cats, it can become problematic when it leads to furniture damage. Demirbas and her research team from Portugal, Canada and France discovered that stress plays a major role in increasing this behaviour. When owners become upset with their cats, it can escalate social tension in the home, prompting cats to scratch even more frequently. Also read | A 'two-way highway' opened between Earth and Sun to exchange charged particles. Here's what happened next Study findings The study surveyed over 1,200 cat owners and showed a strong connection between stress and increased scratching. "Cats living with children, being more active during play or at night, are more likely to scratch," Demirbas explained. Cats with aggressive or disruptive behaviour also scratched more often. How to handle scratching To manage this behaviour, experts suggest using positive strategies rather than punishing the cat. Placing a scratching post near the area where the cat prefers to scratch can help. Cats often scratch in meaningful areas to express how they feel. It’s also important to play with your cat in a way that doesn’t overstimulate them, as too much excitement can lead to more scratching. Also read | Ireland and Scotland STILL have rocks which carry rare evidence of 'snowball Earth' "Understanding these behaviours can help cat owners guide their pets to scratch in the right places, making home life more peaceful," Demirbas concluded. The research was published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science. (With inputs from agencies)

Study reveals why cats scratch furniture and tips for managing it

A brawl ensued at the Turkish Parliament during a session to discuss jailed opposition lawmaker Can Atalay's return to the assembly after he was ousted. Watch in for more details!

Turkey: Lawmakers engage in brawl during debate in parliament

<p>Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas told a special session of the Turkish parliament on Thursday (August 15) that he would travel to Gaza, while adding, "Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child."</p>

<p>Abbas said this as the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza reported that the death toll in the Israeli assaults so far has crossed 40,000.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>I'll go to Gaza: Abbas</strong></h2>

<p>To thunderous applause from Turkish lawmakers, Abbas said, "I have decided to go to Gaza with other brothers from the Palestinian leadership."</p>

<p>He said he would do that "even if this would cost my life".</p>

<p>"Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child," he added.</p>

<p>Abbas, the leader of the Fatah Palestinian movement, a rival to Hamas as per AFP, is based in Ramallah in the West Bank.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Gaza Strip is controlled by Hamas, who took power in 2007. Nobody apart from a handful of humanitarian workers is allowed to visit the Palestinian group-controlled territory.</p>

<p>Abbas, as per AFP, has not visited the Gaza Strip since 2007.</p>

<p>"Gaza is ours as a whole," stressed Abbas, adding, "We don't accept any solution that would divide our territories," he told the Turkish parliament he was addressing during a special session.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There cannot be a Palestinian state without Gaza. Our people will not surrender," he promised.</p>

<h2><strong>Abbas prays for assassinated Hamas leader&nbsp;Haniyeh</strong></h2>

<p>Abbas also commemorated Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed in Tehran, from the Turkish parliament floor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said prayers for the assassinated leader, whose picture, framed by red carnations, was seated in one of the front chairs in the parliament.</p>

<p>Ismail Haniyeh, as per the report, was a frequent visitor to Turkey and had close ties with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who has been a fierce critic of Israeli conduct in the war in Gaza. He has even labelled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "the butcher of Gaza".</p>

<p>Commending Erdogan's "courageous" stance, Abbas also slammed the international community for its silence on the massacres carried out by Israel.&nbsp;</p>

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Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas told a special session of the Turkish parliament on Thursday (August 15) that he would travel to Gaza, while adding, "Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas told a special session of the Turkish parliament on Thursday (August 15) that he would travel to Gaza, while adding, "Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child." Abbas said this as the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza reported that the death toll in the Israeli assaults so far has crossed 40,000. I'll go to Gaza: Abbas To thunderous applause from Turkish lawmakers, Abbas said, "I have decided to go to Gaza with other brothers from the Palestinian leadership." He said he would do that "even if this would cost my life". "Our life is not more worthy than the life of a child," he added. Abbas, the leader of the Fatah Palestinian movement, a rival to Hamas as per AFP, is based in Ramallah in the West Bank. The Gaza Strip is controlled by Hamas, who took power in 2007. Nobody apart from a handful of humanitarian workers is allowed to visit the Palestinian group-controlled territory. Abbas, as per AFP, has not visited the Gaza Strip since 2007. "Gaza is ours as a whole," stressed Abbas, adding, "We don't accept any solution that would divide our territories," he told the Turkish parliament he was addressing during a special session. "There cannot be a Palestinian state without Gaza. Our people will not surrender," he promised. Abbas prays for assassinated Hamas leader Haniyeh Abbas also commemorated Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed in Tehran, from the Turkish parliament floor. He said prayers for the assassinated leader, whose picture, framed by red carnations, was seated in one of the front chairs in the parliament. Ismail Haniyeh, as per the report, was a frequent visitor to Turkey and had close ties with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who has been a fierce critic of Israeli conduct in the war in Gaza. He has even labelled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "the butcher of Gaza". Commending Erdogan's "courageous" stance, Abbas also slammed the international community for its silence on the massacres carried out by Israel. (With inputs from agencies)

Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas vows to visit Gaza, says ‘our life is not more worthy’ than a child’s

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<p>A court in Turkey on Monday (Aug 12) ordered the arrest of a woman for criticising the recent government ban on the social media platform Instagram, the news agency Reuters reported on Tuesday citing local media. The woman has not been identified yet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier this month, the government blocked access to&nbsp;Instagram for failing to comply with its "laws and rules" and public sensitivities. However, it removed the ban last Saturday,&nbsp;after it said that Instagram&nbsp;agreed to cooperate with the authorities to address the government's concerns.</p>

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<p>The ban came after a top Turkish official accused the social media platform of blocking posts expressing condolences over the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.</p>

<h2><strong>The criticism</strong></h2>

<p>During a street interview&nbsp;last week by a YouTube channel when Instagram was still blocked, the woman&nbsp;was one of several passers-by who were asked what they thought about the ban.</p>

<p>"This is wrong. The president (Recep Tayyip Erdogan) cannot ban Instagram as he wishes," the woman said.</p>

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<p>She further criticised President Erdogan and those who supported the ban.</p>

<h2><strong>The charges</strong></h2>

<p>Reuters reported on Tuesday that the local court in Izmir ordered the woman's arrest on the charges&nbsp;of inciting hatred and insulting President Erdogan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The court order came after&nbsp;Turkey's broadcasting watchdog RTUK criticised street interviews aired on social media, saying that they manipulated public opinion.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A court in Turkey on Monday (Aug 12) ordered the arrest of a woman for criticising the recent government ban on the social media platform Instagram, the news agency Reuters reported on Tuesday citing local media.

A court in Turkey on Monday (Aug 12) ordered the arrest of a woman for criticising the recent government ban on the social media platform Instagram, the news agency Reuters reported on Tuesday citing local media. The woman has not been identified yet. Earlier this month, the government blocked access to Instagram for failing to comply with its "laws and rules" and public sensitivities. However, it removed the ban last Saturday, after it said that Instagram agreed to cooperate with the authorities to address the government's concerns. Also read | Turkey lifts 9-day long Instagram ban, restoring access The ban came after a top Turkish official accused the social media platform of blocking posts expressing condolences over the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. The criticism During a street interview last week by a YouTube channel when Instagram was still blocked, the woman was one of several passers-by who were asked what they thought about the ban. "This is wrong. The president (Recep Tayyip Erdogan) cannot ban Instagram as he wishes," the woman said. Also watch | World DNA: Meta to label AI-generated images on Facebook and Instagram × She further criticised President Erdogan and those who supported the ban. The charges Reuters reported on Tuesday that the local court in Izmir ordered the woman's arrest on the charges of inciting hatred and insulting President Erdogan. The court order came after Turkey's broadcasting watchdog RTUK criticised street interviews aired on social media, saying that they manipulated public opinion. (With inputs from agencies)

Turkey arrests woman for criticising govt's ban on Instagram

<p>A bus crashed through a highway bridge near Ankara early Friday, killing nine people and injuring 26, the governor of Turkey's capital region said.</p>

<p>The accident occurred at 5:00 am (0200 GMT), the TRT public television channel said. It was travelling from Eskisehir, a city west of Ankara.</p>

<p>Ankara region governor Vasip Sahin said preliminary information suggested the driver had fallen asleep as there were no indications he had tried to brake.</p>

<p>Emergency services transported the injured passengers to hospitals in Polatli and Ankara, but their conditions remain unknown.</p>

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<p>An investigation has been launched. Bus accidents are fairly common in Turkey.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In May, 10 people died and 40 were injured when a bus and two cars and a truck collided on a highway near the southern city of Mersin.</p>

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A bus crashed through a highway bridge near Ankara early Friday, killing nine people and injuring 26, the governor of Turkey's capital region said. The accident occurred at 5:00 am (0200 GMT), the TRT public television channel said.

A bus crashed through a highway bridge near Ankara early Friday, killing nine people and injuring 26, the governor of Turkey's capital region said. The accident occurred at 5:00 am (0200 GMT), the TRT public television channel said. It was travelling from Eskisehir, a city west of Ankara. Ankara region governor Vasip Sahin said preliminary information suggested the driver had fallen asleep as there were no indications he had tried to brake. Emergency services transported the injured passengers to hospitals in Polatli and Ankara, but their conditions remain unknown. Also read: UK: Woman, 55, arrested for sharing false posts about Southport murders An investigation has been launched. Bus accidents are fairly common in Turkey. In May, 10 people died and 40 were injured when a bus and two cars and a truck collided on a highway near the southern city of Mersin. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

9 killed 26 injured in Turkey bus crash, investigation underway

<p>Israel's army chief&nbsp;on Wednesday (Aug 7) vowed&nbsp;to hunt down and eliminate Yahya Sinwar after he was named the new leader of Hamas, following the death of his predecessor in Tehran last week.</p>

<p>"We will strive to find him, attack him, and have them replace the head of the political bureau again," Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi told soldiers.</p>

<p>"We have carried out very important operations in recent weeks, we've killed the most senior commanders of our most dangerous enemies, and we are not stopping," he added, according to a statement issued by his spokesman.</p>

<p>As Tehran and Lebanon-based Iran-backed militant group&nbsp;Hezbollah vow to retaliate, world leaders are calling for restraint to prevent a regional war.</p>

<h2><strong>Iran calls for emergency meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation</strong></h2>

<p>An emergency meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was held on Wednesday in Saudi Arabia at Iran's request. The meeting reportedly discussed the alleged Israeli killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran last week, as the world waits for Iran’s response.</p>

<h2><strong>Egypt urges airlines to avoid Iranian&nbsp;airspace for three hours on Thursday</strong></h2>

<p>Due to the fears of rising tensions in the Middle East, Egypt ordered its airlines to avoid Iranian airspace for three hours early Thursday amid the tension between Israel and Iran.</p>

<p>A safety advisory known as a NOTAM was issued to pilots, stating that the instruction would be active from 0100 to 0400 GMT.</p>

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<p>The notice read, "All Egyptian carriers shall avoid overflying Tehran (Flight Information Region) FIR. No flight plan will be accepted overflying such territory," referring to the specified three-hour timeframe.</p>

<p>Many airlines are following this suit and changing their schedules to avoid Iranian and Lebanese airspace and are also cancelling flights to Israel and Lebanon.</p>

<h2><strong>Turkey seeks to join South Africa’s genocide lawsuit against Israel</strong></h2>

<p>Turkey filed a request at the International Court of Justice to join South Africa’s lawsuit against Israel.</p>

<p>“We have just submitted our application to the International Court of Justice to intervene in the genocide case filed against Israel. Emboldened by the impunity for its crimes, Israel is killing more and more innocent Palestinians every day,” Turkey's&nbsp;Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan wrote on X</p>

<p>“The international community must do its part to stop the genocide; it must put the necessary pressure on Israel and its supporters,” he said. “Turkey will make every effort to do so.”</p>

<h2><strong>Medics report 13 Palestinians killed in Gaza City and near Khan Younis</strong></h2>

<p>Media reports citing medics&nbsp;said&nbsp;that 13 Palestinians were killed in Gaza City and near Khan Younis.</p>

<p>According to a report by Reuters, an airstrike hit a house in Gaza City's Al-Tuffah neighbourhood on Wednesday (Aug 7), killing three Palestinians. Additionally, 10 more Palestinians were reportedly killed in two separate Israeli airstrikes in Khan Younis, southern Gaza.</p>

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Israel's army chief on Wednesday (Aug 7) vowed to hunt down and eliminate Yahya Sinwar after he was named the new leader of Hamas, following the death of his predecessor in Tehran last week.

Israel's army chief on Wednesday (Aug 7) vowed to hunt down and eliminate Yahya Sinwar after he was named the new leader of Hamas, following the death of his predecessor in Tehran last week. "We will strive to find him, attack him, and have them replace the head of the political bureau again," Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi told soldiers. "We have carried out very important operations in recent weeks, we've killed the most senior commanders of our most dangerous enemies, and we are not stopping," he added, according to a statement issued by his spokesman. As Tehran and Lebanon-based Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah vow to retaliate, world leaders are calling for restraint to prevent a regional war. Iran calls for emergency meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation An emergency meeting of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) was held on Wednesday in Saudi Arabia at Iran's request. The meeting reportedly discussed the alleged Israeli killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran last week, as the world waits for Iran’s response. Egypt urges airlines to avoid Iranian airspace for three hours on Thursday Due to the fears of rising tensions in the Middle East, Egypt ordered its airlines to avoid Iranian airspace for three hours early Thursday amid the tension between Israel and Iran. A safety advisory known as a NOTAM was issued to pilots, stating that the instruction would be active from 0100 to 0400 GMT. Also read: Bangladesh crisis: 209 inmates flee from high-security central jail during violent protest, 6 killed The notice read, "All Egyptian carriers shall avoid overflying Tehran (Flight Information Region) FIR. No flight plan will be accepted overflying such territory," referring to the specified three-hour timeframe. Many airlines are following this suit and changing their schedules to avoid Iranian and Lebanese airspace and are also cancelling flights to Israel and Lebanon. Turkey seeks to join South Africa’s genocide lawsuit against Israel Turkey filed a request at the International Court of Justice to join South Africa’s lawsuit against Israel. “We have just submitted our application to the International Court of Justice to intervene in the genocide case filed against Israel. Emboldened by the impunity for its crimes, Israel is killing more and more innocent Palestinians every day,” Turkey's Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan wrote on X “The international community must do its part to stop the genocide; it must put the necessary pressure on Israel and its supporters,” he said. “Turkey will make every effort to do so.” Medics report 13 Palestinians killed in Gaza City and near Khan Younis Media reports citing medics said that 13 Palestinians were killed in Gaza City and near Khan Younis. According to a report by Reuters, an airstrike hit a house in Gaza City's Al-Tuffah neighbourhood on Wednesday (Aug 7), killing three Palestinians. Additionally, 10 more Palestinians were reportedly killed in two separate Israeli airstrikes in Khan Younis, southern Gaza. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Israel’s army chief promises to hunt down new Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

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<p>Archaeologists have made a stunning discovery of what is being understood as the oldest calendar to have existed on Earth.</p>

<p>The calendar is etched in a 12,000-year-old stone pillar which was found by archaeologists at the Gobekli Tepe site in Turkey and is likely to rewrite the timeline<strong> </strong>of human civilization.</p>

<p>According to this discovered timekeeping system, the ancient humans were following accurate ways to keep a tab of passing time before it started getting documented in Ancient&nbsp;Greece&nbsp;in 150 BC.</p>

<h2><strong>Carving on the tablet tells tale of comet strike and ice age</strong></h2>

<p>The researchers also discovered that the carving on the tablet depicts a comet strike which led to a mini ice age of 1,200 years.</p>

<p>The University of Edinburgh's researchers counted 365 days of 12 lunar months along with 11 additional days as they suspected that every 'V' marking on the pillar represented one day.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/archaeologists-unseal-2000-year-old-mummy-discovered-in-italys-tomb-of-cerberus-745373">Archaeologists unseal 2000-year-old mummy discovered in Italy's 'Tomb of Cerberus'</a></p>

<p>According to the experts, the memorialised event was the defining moment which forced the ancient people to switch to permanent settlements from leading hunter-gatherer lifestyles.</p>

<p>Head of the research and University of Edinburgh School of Engineering's Dr Martin Sweatman said, "It appears the inhabitants of Göbekli Tepe were keen observers of the sky, which is to be expected given their world had been devastated by a comet strike."</p>

<p>"This event might have triggered civilization by initiating a new religion and by motivating developments in agriculture to cope with the cold climate," he added.</p>

<p>"Possibly, their attempts to record what they saw are the first steps towards the development of writing millennia later," Sweatman added.</p>

<h2><strong>All about Gobekli Tepe site</strong></h2>

<p>The Gobekli Tepe site is the world's oldest man-made structure discovered so far. Humans constructed it between 9,600 and 8,200 BC and the site predates Stonehenge by more than 6,000 years.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India's First sunken museum opens at Humayun's Tomb site</strong></p>

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<p>The site is filled with many stone pillars. The researchers at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland carried out a recent analysis of these pillars and found that one structure was carved to be a calendar.</p>

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Archaeologists have made a stunning discovery of what is being understood as the oldest calendar to have existed on Earth. The calendar is etched in a 12,000-year-old stone pillar which was found by archaeologists at the Gobekli Tepe site in Turkey and is likely to rewrite the timeline of human civilization.

Archaeologists have made a stunning discovery of what is being understood as the oldest calendar to have existed on Earth. The calendar is etched in a 12,000-year-old stone pillar which was found by archaeologists at the Gobekli Tepe site in Turkey and is likely to rewrite the timeline of human civilization. According to this discovered timekeeping system, the ancient humans were following accurate ways to keep a tab of passing time before it started getting documented in Ancient Greece in 150 BC. Carving on the tablet tells tale of comet strike and ice age The researchers also discovered that the carving on the tablet depicts a comet strike which led to a mini ice age of 1,200 years. The University of Edinburgh's researchers counted 365 days of 12 lunar months along with 11 additional days as they suspected that every 'V' marking on the pillar represented one day. Also Read: Archaeologists unseal 2000-year-old mummy discovered in Italy's 'Tomb of Cerberus' According to the experts, the memorialised event was the defining moment which forced the ancient people to switch to permanent settlements from leading hunter-gatherer lifestyles. Head of the research and University of Edinburgh School of Engineering's Dr Martin Sweatman said, "It appears the inhabitants of Göbekli Tepe were keen observers of the sky, which is to be expected given their world had been devastated by a comet strike." "This event might have triggered civilization by initiating a new religion and by motivating developments in agriculture to cope with the cold climate," he added. "Possibly, their attempts to record what they saw are the first steps towards the development of writing millennia later," Sweatman added. All about Gobekli Tepe site The Gobekli Tepe site is the world's oldest man-made structure discovered so far. Humans constructed it between 9,600 and 8,200 BC and the site predates Stonehenge by more than 6,000 years. Watch: India's First sunken museum opens at Humayun's Tomb site The site is filled with many stone pillars. The researchers at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland carried out a recent analysis of these pillars and found that one structure was carved to be a calendar. (With inputs from agencies)

World's oldest calendar emerges from Turkey. It has THESE many days in a year

Turkey is coordinating an extensive prisoner swap between Russia and Belarus on one side and the United States, Germany and Slovenia on the other. US reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US marine Paul Whelan are among 26 prisoners released.

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Russia and the Western countries have exchanged 26 high-profile International prisoners in the biggest swap of its kind after the Cold War. Turkey mediated the landmark exercise. Watch in for more details!

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Turkey has blocked access to social media platform Instagram, the infotech regulator said on Friday, without stating a reason or duration for the ban, which also left the platform's mobile app inaccessible. The move follows comments on Wednesday by Turkish communications official Fahrettin Altun, criticizing the platform for what he called its decision to block condolence posts on the killing of Ismail Haniyeh, a key official of Palestinian militant group Hamas.

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