The Iran war could be entering a new and highly volatile front. Intense airstrikes have struck military positions, border posts, and police stations along the Iran-Iraq border, signaling preparations by the United States and Israel for a possible expansion of the conflict.

Reports indicate Washington is considering supporting Kurdish fighters in northern Iraq if they cross into Iran, while Israel’s military confirms heavy operations in western Iran aimed at degrading Iranian capabilities and opening access to Tehran

Trump's U-Turn: Don't Want Kurds Involved in Iran War | Turkey Objects to Conflict on Ethnic Lines

NATO air defence systems successfully intercepted multiple missiles headed toward Turkey, preventing potential damage and casualties. Alliance officials confirmed that the projectiles were detected early and neutralised through coordinated defensive action. The incident underscores heightened regional tensions and the growing threat of missile and drone attacks near NATO’s southeastern flank. 


NATO Air Defence Systems Intercept Missiles Towards Turkey

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has postponed his planned visit to the UAE, citing health issues faced by Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. A post on X announcing the delay was later deleted, though Erdogan publicly wished the UAE leader a swift recovery. The visit is now expected to be rescheduled.


Turkey’s President Erdogan Postpones UAE Visit, Cites Health Issues of UAE President

Turkey has signaled it could consider pursuing nuclear weapons if Iran develops a nuclear bomb, warning that such a move would trigger a regional arms race and alter the balance of power in West Asia. 


Turkey Says It May Pursue Nuclear Weapons if Iran Builds the Bomb

Turkey could be on the verge of a devastating earthquake triggered by a fault line that remained invisible for the longest time. A study has found that this region has been building stress for centuries, and when it is released, Turkey might bear the brunt.

'Invisible' fault line silent for centuries could trigger the next mega earthquake in THIS region

A simple question to Turkiye's Foreign Minister Fidan on Nuclear Arms has raised eyebrows and sparked debate over Turkiye's decades old Nuclear ambition. 

Turkiye: FM Fidan Sparks Debate Over Nuclear Ambition With a Smile

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that airstrikes would not topple Iran's regime and could instead drive it toward more radical actions. His remarks, made amid US-Iran talks in Oman, emphasize diplomacy over military escalation to avoid regional war.



Turkey FM Warns Strikes May Radicalize Iran

Turkey has sent U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets to Somalia, signaling a major expansion of Ankara’s military influence beyond West Asia. The move highlights Turkey’s growing strategic footprint in the Horn of Africa and raises questions about regional security dynamics. Analysts say the deployment could reshape military cooperation and power balance in East Africa.


Turkey Uses Fighter Jets for Deterrence & Influence Beyond West Asia 

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo on Wednesday, sealing a raft of new partnership deals and signaling a united front on regional crises in Iran, Sudan and Gaza.


Egypt, Turkey Sign 18 Agreements Spanning Defence, Tourism

Turkey Delivers Advanced Drones to Egypt for Sudan Operations

At least nine people were killed and 26 others injured after an intercity bus rolled off the road in Turkey’s southern Antalya province. Watch for more on this!


Turkey Bus Accident: 9 Dead, 26 Passengers Injured In Fatal Accident In Antalya 

The statue was unearthed at Göbekli Tepe, about 15 kilometres from the city of Şanlıurfa in southeastern Turkey. The site dates to around 9600 BC and is widely regarded as the oldest known monumental ritual complex on Earth.


World's Oldest Monumental Site Built 12,000 Years Before Agriculture

Turkey has raised alarms over a potential mass influx of Iranian refugees if Tehran’s regime collapses. Ankara warns that such a scenario could strain resources, heighten border security concerns, and escalate regional tensions.


Ankara Warns of Iranian Refugee Influx, Migration Fears Drive Turkish Policy

Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Friday discussed the regional security landscape and bilateral defence cooperation with Turkiye’s Chief of General Staff General Selcuk Bayraktaroglu, according to the military’s media affairs wing.



Turkey's Army Chief Meets CDF Asim Munir; Discuss Defence Cooperation

Turkey has raised alarms over a potential mass influx of Iranian refugees if Tehran’s regime collapses. Ankara warns that such a scenario could strain resources, heighten border security concerns, and escalate regional tensions.

Turkey on High Alert: Ankara Fears Mass Iranian Refugee Influx if Regime Falls

Iran is working to avert a U.S. military strike by engaging in urgent talks in Ankara, where Turkish officials are offering to mediate between Tehran and Washington. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is visiting Turkey to discuss diplomatic steps aimed at preventing escalation, while Ankara emphasizes dialogue over confrontation and regional stability. Turkey is pressing both sides to resolve issues step by step rather than through force.

Breaking: Iran Seeks to Avert U.S. Military Action in Ankara Talks as Turkey Hosts Urgent Mediation

Following a reported deal between Syria and Kurdish forces, questions are mounting over whether Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan could pursue a similar agreement. The development has significant implications for regional stability, Kurdish autonomy, and Turkey’s security strategy. Watch for analysis on what the Syria-Kurdish deal means, Ankara’s possible response, and how this could reshape power dynamics in the Middle East.

After Syria-Kurdish Deal, Will Turkey’s Erdogan Sign One Too?

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are deepening their strategic and economic partnership. But what exactly is Pakistan offering to Riyadh, and what is Saudi Arabia gaining in return?

Khwaja Asif Hints At Expanding Defence Pact With Saudi Arabia

Turkish President Erdogan Wants Reentry in US Led F-35 Programme

Turkiye has recorded more than 53,000 earthquakes in 2025, averaging six tremors every hour, making it one of the country’s most seismically active years on record, according to experts and official data. While most earthquakes were minor, several were strong enough to cause structural damage. Balıkesir province saw unprecedented activity, including two magnitude 6.1 quakes, while a powerful 6.2 tremor off the coast of Istanbul renewed concerns about the safety of the megacity. Despite low casualties, experts warn that aging buildings, active fault lines and gaps in public preparedness leave Turkiye highly vulnerable. Calls are growing for faster urban transformation, stricter planning and nationwide disaster awareness training to reduce risks ahead of the next major quake. 

Turkey Hit by Over 53,000 Earthquakes in 2025, Averaging 6 an Hour 

Israel's decision to recognize Somaliland is illegitimate and unacceptable, the Turkish president said on Tuesday.

"The preservation of Somalia's unity and integrity under all circumstances is a priority for us," Recep Tayyip Erdogan said at a news conference with his Somali counterpart Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Istanbul.

"We will continue to resolutely support Somalia's territorial integrity and political unity, and stand by the Somali people," the Turkish president stressed.


Trump-Netanyahu Discuss Gaza Peace Board: Turkey Criticises Israel's Somaliland Recognition

Several major cities across the world, including Paris and Sydney, have cancelled or scaled back New Year celebrations amid security concerns following recent terror incidents.

Turkey arrests 357 IS suspects in nationwide operations amid New Year security fears

Israel, Greece, and Cyprus signed a trilateral work plan for military cooperation for 2026 last week, the IDF announces, in a move that further deepens security coordination among Turkey’s regional rivals in the eastern Mediterranean.

Greece, Cyprus Sign Trilateral Deal With Israel

Israel is growing increasingly concerned about Türkiye's expanding military role in Syria. Western intelligence sources say Türkiye, in recent weeks, has been trying to deploy radar systems inside Syria. If installed, those radars could significantly limit Israel's ability to operate freely in Syrian airspace.

Türkiye's Radars in Syria Threaten to Block Israeli Strikes Inside Iran

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