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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a joint defense agreement, described by some as an 'Islamic NATO,' aimed at enhancing regional stability and addressing shared security concerns.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a joint defense agreement, dubbed an "Islamic NATO," amid regional violence from Houthi attacks and the US-Iran war, sparking discussions about its implications for regional power dynamics and prompting Greece to review its Patriot missile deployment in Saudi Arabia monthly.
Turkey has urged Russia and Ukraine to halt attacks on vessels in the Black Sea and has restricted commercial vessel traffic through the Bosphorus Strait. This move comes in response to an increase in naval hostilities in the region.
India has begun efforts to join a 6th-generation fighter jet program, acknowledging its lag in the development of 5th-generation fighter technology, where countries like Turkey are reportedly making significant progress.
Ukraine's former Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi stated his support for NATO, while also noting that Russia has developed effective countermeasures against nearly all of the alliance's weapons. He believes NATO must undergo transformation to address current challenges.
Turkey has urged Russia and Ukraine to halt attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea, with its foreign minister calling for a 'moratorium' as the conflict spreads across the vital waterway.
The Czech Republic is celebrating two decades since joining NATO, marking a significant milestone in its post-Cold War security and international alignment.
The launch of Turkey's Yeni Party aims to invigorate the country's struggling opposition, with some polls showing it leading. However, the party is already vulnerable, facing politically motivated arrests.
US intelligence has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putin could launch a limited attack on NATO to test the alliance's resolve.
Turkey's Development Road Project is envisioned as a strategic initiative to position the country at the center of global trade, reflecting a historic period of redefinition under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's leadership over the past 24 years.
The UN Committee Against Torture has requested Turkey to respond within six months to a complaint filed by Aysun Işınkaralar, who alleges she was tortured in police custody after being detained over alleged links to the Gülen movement.
According to a monthly report by the We Will Stop Femicide Platform (KCDP), 25 women were killed by men in Turkey during July, with an additional 31 women dying under suspicious circumstances. Eleven of the victims were killed by their husbands.
Turkey's justice ministry is deploying an artificial intelligence tool to scrutinize legal documents for associations with groups designated as terrorists by Ankara, a practice that experts fear could reinforce existing judicial patterns of rights violations.
US intelligence agencies have reportedly suggested that Russia possesses the capability to launch a 'limited' attack against NATO.
US intelligence agencies have indicated that Russia might be preparing to launch a 'limited' attack against NATO, raising concerns about escalating tensions in the region.
The European Union has given its clearance to a joint venture led by Turkey in the travel retail sector, allowing the business operation to proceed.
The Brussels Times features an article explaining how to locate and purchase MDMA and cocaine in Marmaris, Turkey, referencing the website FINDCOK.ORG.
Turkish authorities have blocked access to at least 659 online accounts, posts, mobile applications, and websites linked to İstanbul Pride events and protests against a NATO summit in Ankara, according to an analysis.
An expert suggests that Turkey's proposed PKK amnesty could reduce security pressures, ease tensions with Iraq, and allow Ankara to reallocate resources across the region.
The court-appointed leadership of Turkey's Republican People’s Party (CHP), led by Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, has appointed new provincial party chairmen in eight provinces as part of a reorganization following a court ruling.
The US Senate has passed a bill imposing new sanctions on Russia, which includes a provision for 100% tariffs on India and China if they continue to purchase Russian oil. This move comes amid ongoing concerns about Russia's actions in Ukraine and potential threats to NATO allies.
US intelligence is warning that Russia may launch a limited attack on a NATO member, particularly in the Baltic region, as early as this autumn, even before the war in Ukraine concludes. Concerns are heightened by dwindling US munitions and the potential for a 'false flag' operation.
Danish far-right politician Morten Messerschmidt faced widespread criticism and expressed regret after meeting with a pro-Russian, anti-NATO politician in Copenhagen. The meeting drew condemnation from across the political spectrum in Denmark.
An Albanian court has placed a Turkish activist in custody following an extradition demand from Turkey, despite the activist having been granted political asylum by France. This decision has sparked concerns regarding the protection of asylum seekers.
A new defense pact between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan is reportedly complicating Israel's normalization hopes, with experts suggesting Saudi Arabia joined for leverage as trust in Washington wanes.
An unmanned aircraft crashed today in Bulgaria, near the border with Romania, through which a natural gas pipeline connecting Turkey with Ukraine passes.
The Netherlands will send military personnel to Greenland for a NATO exercise, Arctic Sentry, aimed at protecting the High North from Russian and Chinese interests, amidst past discussions about the US acquiring the island from Denmark.
Emergency services in Turkey are utilizing drones to detect wildfires at an earlier stage, enabling quicker response times and identifying blazes invisible to the naked eye.
US intelligence has issued a warning that Russia could potentially attack NATO within a matter of weeks. This assessment raises concerns about escalating tensions in the region.
Belgium has announced plans to send troops to Greenland as part of a broader NATO mission, reinforcing the alliance's presence in the Arctic region.
Turkey's Constitutional Court has ruled that a university violated a transgender man's right to privacy by refusing to reissue his diploma with his updated name and gender, marking a significant decision by a majority vote.
Belgium announced its decision to send troops to Greenland, participating in a broader NATO mission.
A woman has been apprehended in Muğla, Türkiye, on suspicion of aiding her brother, who is one of the most wanted individuals connected to the July 15, 2016, Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) coup attempt.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has accused Turkey of hypocrisy, stating that Ankara criticizes Israel's military actions while continuing to occupy territory in Syria and Cyprus.
Georgia's Revenue Service announced that an Azerbaijani-registered vehicle was turned back to Turkey after customs officers found it was transporting sanctioned goods of European origin in transit to Russia.
An article from The Brussels Times features a search query related to buying cocaine in Turkey.
An article from The Brussels Times details where to find and purchase cocaine in Fethiye, Turkey, directing readers to the website BUY-COKE.COM.
Turkey's proposed legal framework for a renewed peace process with the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has drawn criticism from opposition parties and legal experts, who question its due process and constitutionality.
Turkish prosecutors have launched an investigation into Sendika.Org reporter Nisan Çıra for allegedly inciting hatred and enmity by sharing photographs from anti-NATO protests in Ankara on social media.
A new 12-article draft law aimed at strengthening national solidarity and social integration, part of Turkey's 'terror-free Türkiye' plan, is scheduled for parliamentary debate.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a new trilateral defense pact in Mecca, sparking debate about its implications for regional power dynamics and the US role in the Middle East. While some view it as a potential 'Islamic NATO,' Turkey has clarified that the agreement does not contradict its NATO commitments.
Turkey announced its intention to expand a defense cooperation agreement with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, with officials likening the pact to NATO's Article 5, implying a collective defense commitment. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that an attack on one member would be considered an attack on all, while also clarifying the pact is not aimed at Iran.
Ukraine has purchased 70 ATACMS missiles and other US weapons from Turkey as part of a significant defense package. This acquisition aims to bolster Ukraine's military capabilities.
Despite frustrations with the country's current direction, a recent survey indicates that a majority of Ukrainians desire a future within NATO and the European Union. Almost 70% support joining the EU, and over 60% support NATO membership.
A new cyber law in Turkey is shifting extensive powers to the presidency, raising concerns about 'absolute digital obedience' among social media and gaming platforms.
The Turkish Foreign Minister stated that Egypt is likely to join the Makkah pact, which would include a committee of ministers similar to NATO.
An analysis explores the reasons behind Turkey's current efforts to resolve its 40-year conflict with Kurdish groups.
Turkey has criticized Greece's proposed tourism framework for the Aegean Sea, labeling it as a politically motivated move.
Hundreds of participants attended a seven-day retreat in the Turkish countryside, engaging in sema, the spiritual practice of whirling, in pursuit of transcendence.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a new defence pact, with Pakistan stating that an attack on any one of the three nations would be considered an attack against all.
Turkey’s Constitutional Court found 76 violations of the right to freedom of expression during the first half of 2026, according to newly released court statistics, adding to a growing number of rulings on free speech in the country.
Turkish authorities detained 15 people in a corruption investigation targeting the opposition-run Kuşadası Municipality. Prosecutors also issued detention warrants for 21 suspects, including relatives of a New Party MP.
Türkiye's opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) has referred Ilkay Çiçek, the mayor of Menderes, to its disciplinary board, seeking his expulsion amidst allegations of corruption and inappropriate conduct.
The prospect of Ukraine joining NATO is increasingly being regarded as unrealistic, with some sources suggesting that promises of membership are merely 'fairy tales'.
A Guardian investigation reveals that the UK exported 139,000 tonnes of rubbish to poor districts in Adana, Turkey, leaving local farmers to cope with microplastics, toxic smoke, and debris. This practice is described as 'waste colonialism.'
The Brussels Times published a tutorial detailing how to acquire Meph and cocaine in Goreme, Turkey, directing readers to the website FINDCOK.ORG.
German authorities are investigating a suspected hybrid attack after a drone was discovered at a NATO logistics hub, with a German official denying reports of an ammunition find.
An article from The Brussels Times explores the cocaine market in Cappadocia, Turkey, and provides guidance on how to buy coke and cocaine, referencing FINDCOK.ORG.
A pro-Kurdish asylum seeker, deported from Switzerland to Turkey despite warnings of imprisonment risk, was detained upon arrival and subsequently jailed with her 15-month-old baby.