#Gravitas Tensions in the skies over Syria have escalated dramatically, as Israeli and Turkish military aircraft found themselves in a direct face-off this weekend.

Turkiye-Israeli Jets Risk Triggering New War Over Syria

Türkiye is expanding its military zones in Iraq. Iraq has warned of Türkiye's unprecedented expansion of military bases, in the Kurdish region of the country.

40 Turkiye bases in Iraq's Kurdish region: Report

Turkey is going through its biggest political change in a decade. The country's Republican People's Party is looking to capitalize on sympathy following the arrest of former Eastern Ekrem İmamoğlu. Despite a government crackdown, the Republican People's Party, also known as CHP, is stepping up pressure on Erdogan to call elections. In the absence of İmamoğlu Party chairperson Özgür Özel is leading the charge against the incumbent president. Watch in for more details!

Turkey’s opposition takes on Erdoğan, defies protest ban

The United States Geological Survey confirmed the earthquake's magnitude as 6.2. There are no immediate reports of any damage or injuries. WORLD

Istanbul shaken by 6.2 magnitude earthquake, neighbouring regions also felt tremors

The move, which came following a heated debate in Turkey over how women should give birth, has sparked fury of reactions from opposition politicians and rights groups. World

Turkey bans elective C-section births, sparking outrage from rights groups, opposition: ‘Keep your hands off women’s bodies’

#Gravitas The U.S. is preparing to shrink its military footprint in Syria, potentially paving the way for Turkiye, to potentially step up its influence.

Turkiye takes over Syrian security, American troops pull out

Turkey's historic Hagia Sophia Mosque is undergoing renovation in a bid to protect its domes from seismic activity. The new phase of restoration for 1,500-year-old landmark includes reinforcing its domes. Officials overseeing the project have said that reinforcing the main dome and half domes will involve replacing the worn-out lead coverings and upgrading the steel framework as well. They also added that the restoration will be carried out in a manner which will allow worshippers to pray inside the mosque. Watch in for more details!

Turkey's Hagia Sophia Mosque to be renovated; bid to protect the structure with modern methods

President Tayyip Erdogan told Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Friday that Turkey will continue its diplomatic efforts to lift international sanctions against Syria, Erdogan's office said.

Turkey accuses Israel of seeking to 'dynamite' Syria 'revolution'

Turkiye is aiming to reach the moon. Ankara has planned over 60 lunar missions in the next decade. We tell you more about turkiye's space ambitions.

Turkiye's 60 Lunar Missions

Türkiye's main opposition, or CHP, has challenged Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to a November vote. CHP says the fight is between democracy and autocracy.

Turkey: Opposition challenges Erdogan to November vote

Opposition demands early elections in Turkiye

Turkey: CHP Chairman Ozgur Ozel vows to fight against Erdogan

Turkey: Erdogan faces biggest political challenge, opposition demands early polls

Turkey: Erdogan faces biggest political challenge in a decad

Turkey scoped out at least three air bases in Syria where it could deploy forces as part of a planned joint defence pact before Israel hit the sites with air strikes this week, four people familiar with the matter said.

Israel hits strategic targets in Syria warning Turkey amid rising tensions

Turkiye is on the brink of a civil war. Ankara is witnessing unprecedented protests against the arrest of Istanbul mayor. This is not the first time there has been an uprising against Recep Tayyip Erdogan's government

Tracking history of uprisings against Erdogan

British rock band Muse said on Wednesday it postponed a planned show in Istanbul later this year so that it would no longer involve a Turkish concert promoter whose head criticised recent anti-government protests. Watch to know more!

Rock band Muse postpones Istanbul show amid anti-Erdogan protests

#Gravitas Tensions are skyrocketing between Israel and Turkiye, with both countries exchanging heated accusations over a series of posts on social media.

Israel-Turkiye accuse each other of destabilising West Asia

Turkish President Erdogan called for the destruction of Israel on Sunday, saying “May Allah damn Zionist Israel" during the Turkish Eid al-Fitr prayer (festival ending Ramadan. Since then war of words has escalated between both nations. Watch to know more!

Israel accuses Turkey's Erdogan of violently supressing protests

Turkish authorities have arrested a Swedish journalist on charges of terrorism and insulting the country's president, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Joakim Medin, who was covering the ongoing nationwide protests against the arrest of former Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, was taken into custody amidst rising tensions over the political unrest. Watch this report for more details!

Turkey: Arrested journalist faces charges; protesters throng Istanbul streets

A Swedish journalist was detained on his arrival in Turkey on terror-related charges and for “insulting the president”. Watch this report for more details!

Swedish journalist arrested in Turkiye over alleged terrorist connections

Thousands have taken to the streets in Turkiye to protest the government’s decision to jail former mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The opposition has formally nominated him, with over 15 million votes in party primaries. As demonstrations grow, police have used force to disperse crowds. Watch this report for more details!

Mass protests in Turkiye over Imamoglu’s arrest, police crackdown

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is considered a key rival of Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his arrest has sparked protests in the country, with his supporters demanding his release from imprisonment. Watch this report for more details!

Turkiye: People gather to protest against Imamoglu arrest

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has blamed the opposition for wrecking Turkiye's economy over its mass protests. The opposition has raised questions over the judicial inquiry into Istanbul's Mayor.

Erdogan vs Opposition: Unprecedented protests in Turkiye

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