Turkey's Defence Ministry said that NATO forces had intercepted a new missile fired from Iran, the fourth since the start of the Middle East war. None of the four projectiles managed to hit Turkish soil. The ​incident marked the fourth such incident ​since the start of the U.S.-Iraeli war with Iran, following three earlier ​interceptions by NATO systems ​earlier this month that prompted Ankara to ‌protest ⁠and warn Tehran. Tehran has denied in the previous three incidents that it authorised such launches ​and ​has asked ⁠Ankara to form a joint investigation into ​the matter.


BREAKING: Iran Fires Missile at Turkey, NATO Downs Fourth Missile

Turkey becomes the first country to monetise its gold reserves,
As dollar demand rises driven by higher energy import costs.
The iran war has resulted in a historic energy crisis.


Turkey Becomes First Nation to Monetise Gold Amid Iran War

Supporters of jailed Erdogan rival Ekrem Imamoglu took to the streets, chanting “President Imamoglu” and calling for Tayyip Erdogan’s resignation. The protests highlight rising political tensions in Turkey, with growing unrest and demands for change.

Turkey Protests Erupt as Imamoglu Supporters Demand Erdogan’s Resignation 

Turkey’s Foreign Minister has strongly condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying that ongoing Israeli actions in the region are causing West Asia to “pay the price.” The statement comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, highlighting regional concerns over security, civilian impact, and geopolitical instability.

Turkey Condemns Israeli PM Netanyahu: West Asia Paying Price Over Israel Actions

Sirens were reportedly heard at Incirlik Air Base, a key military installation in southern Turkey, prompting heightened security measures at the facility. The base, used by both Turkish forces and NATO allies, was placed on high alert following the warning sirens. Authorities have not immediately confirmed the exact reason for the alert, but the development comes amid rising tensions across the Middle East.

Breaking: Sirens Heard at Incirlik Airbase in Southern Turkey

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

The North Anatolian Fault (NAF) beneath the Marmara Sea near Istanbul, Turkey, hasn't had a major quake in more than 250 years. Stress is building right underneath it, while surrounding sections have ruptured towards the west, triggering devastating earthquakes. Researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo used electromagnetic "x-rays" and were able to map the "invisible" structure of this fault. The 3D model reveals high-stress zones where tectonic plates are physically jammed together. The study was published in the journal Geology. Many scientists believe this section under the Marmara Sea is most likely the site of the next major earthquake. Istanbul is merely miles away, and sits in the eye of the storm. This map is a race against time to predict exactly where the crust will finally snap. For years, scientists have tried to create a detailed structure of the fault below the Marmara Sea. In the absence of a clear picture, the ability to accurately identify where future earthquakes might begin has remained limited.<h2>3D map of the North Anatolian Fault’s resistivity</h2>Dr. Yasuo Ogawa, Professor Emeritus and Research Fellow at the Multidisciplinary Resilience Research Center, Institute of Integrated Research and Dr. Tülay Kaya-Eken, Assistant Professor at Boğaziçi University, Türkiye, investigated the section under the Marmara Sea to remove the gap in knowledge. Together they were able to create the first full three-dimensional (3D) model of this crucial subsurface area. Using magnetotellurics—a technique that measures subtle changes in Earth’s electric and magnetic fields—they built the first 3D map of the North Anatolian Fault’s "resistivity." They identified areas where the rock is rigid (high resistivity) and where it is weakened by fluids (low resistivity). This helped them locate "locked" zones where immense stress has built up. These boundaries are likely where the next major rupture will begin, providing a new blueprint for disaster mitigation in Turkey.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/major-catastrophe-unfolding-in-antarctica-as-hundreds-of-earthquakes-slam-doomsday-glacier-1767680441864">Major catastrophe unfolding in Antarctica as hundreds of earthquakes slam Doomsday Glacier</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/120km-wide-tsunami-wave-triggered-by-kamchatka-earthquake-captured-by-nasa-from-space-1766638468766">NASA captures 120km-wide tsunami wave triggered by Kamchatka earthquake from space</a><h2>Identifying location of future megathrust earthquakes</h2>“We believe the resistive anomalies observed signify regions of stress accumulation, shedding light on the ongoing processes of fault mechanics at play in this critical region,” Ogawa said. Referring to their findings, the researchers believe future large earthquakes may begin at the boundaries where weaker and stronger sections of the crust meet or along the edges of highly resistive zones. Ogama added, "Our results can be used to estimate the location and potential magnitude of future megathrust earthquakes, with significant implications for disaster prevention and mitigation."

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.

The North Anatolian Fault (NAF) beneath the Marmara Sea near Istanbul, Turkey, hasn't had a major quake in more than 250 years. Stress is building right underneath it, while surrounding sections have ruptured towards the west, triggering devastating earthquakes. Researchers from the Institute of Science Tokyo used electromagnetic "x-rays" and were able to map the "invisible" structure of this fault. The 3D model reveals high-stress zones where tectonic plates are physically jammed together. The study was published in the journal Geology. Many scientists believe this section under the Marmara Sea is most likely the site of the next major earthquake. Istanbul is merely miles away, and sits in the eye of the storm. This map is a race against time to predict exactly where the crust will finally snap. For years, scientists have tried to create a detailed structure of the fault below the Marmara Sea. In the absence of a clear picture, the ability to accurately identify where future earthquakes might begin has remained limited. 3D map of the North Anatolian Fault’s resistivity Dr. Yasuo Ogawa, Professor Emeritus and Research Fellow at the Multidisciplinary Resilience Research Center, Institute of Integrated Research and Dr. Tülay Kaya-Eken, Assistant Professor at Boğaziçi University, Türkiye, investigated the section under the Marmara Sea to remove the gap in knowledge. Together they were able to create the first full three-dimensional (3D) model of this crucial subsurface area. Using magnetotellurics—a technique that measures subtle changes in Earth’s electric and magnetic fields—they built the first 3D map of the North Anatolian Fault’s "resistivity." They identified areas where the rock is rigid (high resistivity) and where it is weakened by fluids (low resistivity). This helped them locate "locked" zones where immense stress has built up. These boundaries are likely where the next major rupture will begin, providing a new blueprint for disaster mitigation in Turkey. Also Read: Major catastrophe unfolding in Antarctica as hundreds of earthquakes slam Doomsday Glacier Also Read: NASA captures 120km-wide tsunami wave triggered by Kamchatka earthquake from space Identifying location of future megathrust earthquakes “We believe the resistive anomalies observed signify regions of stress accumulation, shedding light on the ongoing processes of fault mechanics at play in this critical region,” Ogawa said. Referring to their findings, the researchers believe future large earthquakes may begin at the boundaries where weaker and stronger sections of the crust meet or along the edges of highly resistive zones. Ogama added, "Our results can be used to estimate the location and potential magnitude of future megathrust earthquakes, with significant implications for disaster prevention and mitigation."

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

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

Turkish authorities detained 357 individuals suspected of links to the Islamic State in a nationwide operation on Tuesday (Dec 30), a day after three police officers and six militants were killed in a gunfight in northwest Turkey. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said 357 suspects were apprehended across 21 provinces in coordinated raids on Tuesday morning.&nbsp;"Just as we have never given an opportunity to those who try to bring this country to its knees with terrorism, we will never give them an opportunity in the future either," he wrote on X.&nbsp;The minister also shared footage of the operations, which shows dozens of counter terrorism officers conducting raids and detaining several people.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/medvedev-zelenskyy-year-end-attack-telegram-drone-claims-1767097825904">Russia’s Medvedev delivers scathing year-end message to Zelenskyy: 'Happy last year'</a>&nbsp;On Monday, a violent clash between police and militants led to an eight-hour siege at a house in Yalova town, south of the capital Istanbul, just a week after more than 100 suspects belonging to the Islamic State were detained with alleged plots to carry out attacks on Christmas and New Year.&nbsp;Turkey has stepped up operations against suspected IS militants this year, as the group returns to prominence globally.&nbsp;The United States launched a military strike targeting militants in northwestern Nigeria last week, while the Australian police said the two gunmen who carried out the shooting at Bondi Beach, attacking a Hanukkah event, appeared to be inspired by the Islamic State.<h2>Major cities scale back New Year celebration</h2>Several major cities have cancelled or scaled back New Year’s Eve celebrations amid heightened terror fears. Paris scrapped its Champs Élysées concert over crowd safety risks, though fireworks will continue.&nbsp;Sydney cancelled Bondi Beach events after a recent deadly terror attack. In the US, the FBI detained suspects in Lucerne Valley, California, and New Orleans, foiling alleged New Year’s Eve bombing plots targeting public places in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

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.

Turkish authorities detained 357 individuals suspected of links to the Islamic State in a nationwide operation on Tuesday (Dec 30), a day after three police officers and six militants were killed in a gunfight in northwest Turkey. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said 357 suspects were apprehended across 21 provinces in coordinated raids on Tuesday morning. "Just as we have never given an opportunity to those who try to bring this country to its knees with terrorism, we will never give them an opportunity in the future either," he wrote on X. The minister also shared footage of the operations, which shows dozens of counter terrorism officers conducting raids and detaining several people. Also Read: Russia’s Medvedev delivers scathing year-end message to Zelenskyy: 'Happy last year' On Monday, a violent clash between police and militants led to an eight-hour siege at a house in Yalova town, south of the capital Istanbul, just a week after more than 100 suspects belonging to the Islamic State were detained with alleged plots to carry out attacks on Christmas and New Year. Turkey has stepped up operations against suspected IS militants this year, as the group returns to prominence globally. The United States launched a military strike targeting militants in northwestern Nigeria last week, while the Australian police said the two gunmen who carried out the shooting at Bondi Beach, attacking a Hanukkah event, appeared to be inspired by the Islamic State. Major cities scale back New Year celebration Several major cities have cancelled or scaled back New Year’s Eve celebrations amid heightened terror fears. Paris scrapped its Champs Élysées concert over crowd safety risks, though fireworks will continue. Sydney cancelled Bondi Beach events after a recent deadly terror attack. In the US, the FBI detained suspects in Lucerne Valley, California, and New Orleans, foiling alleged New Year’s Eve bombing plots targeting public places in Los Angeles and Orange counties.

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

Turkish security forces have disrupted planned attacks on Christmas and New Year celebrations after arresting more than 100 suspected ISIL (ISIS) operatives in Istanbul. Authorities conducted raids across 124 locations, apprehending 115 suspects and seizing firearms, ammunition, and organizational documents. Efforts continue to locate the 22 remaining suspects.

Turkiye Arrests 115 ISIL Suspects It Says Planned Holiday Attacks 

Russia is emerging as a key mediator in Israel-Syria diplomacy as Moscow reportedly expands its military presence in Syria. The talks, backed by the United States, come shortly after Syria hosted senior Turkish officials, signalling renewed regional engagement and shifting power dynamics in the Middle East.


Report: Russia redeploying forces & equipment to Latakia, Israel favours Moscow's role over Turkey

The Libyan Army’s chief of staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, and four other military officials were killed in a tragic plane crash while returning from Turkey’s capital Ankara on Tuesday, said Libya’s Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah.

Libya Plane Crash in Turkey Kills Libya Army Chief, Four Others | Investigation Ongoing

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