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As US ties fray, Canada turns to Turkey for defense, nuclear cooperation

As US ties fray, Canada turns to Turkey for defense, nuclear cooperation

ANKARA — Frictions between Washington and Ottawa are opening a strategic window for Turkey, which is pushing to deepen defense-tech, nuclear and...

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Turkey turns to Iran to contain Houthis as Saudi defense commitments grow

Turkey turns to Iran to contain Houthis as Saudi defense commitments grow

ANKARA — As Turkey prepares to expand its military support for Saudi Arabia against escalating Houthi attacks, Ankara is also asking Tehran to help...

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Pragmatic politics: Why Turkey avoids blaming Russia for Black Sea attacks

Pragmatic politics: Why Turkey avoids blaming Russia for Black Sea attacks

ANKARA — Several deadly Black Sea attacks on Turkish-linked vessels are testing Turkey’s relations with Russia, but economic interests, active...

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Pragmatic politics: Why Turkey avoids blaming Russia for Black Sea attacks

Pragmatic politics: Why Turkey avoids blaming Russia for Black Sea attacks

ANKARA — Several deadly Black Sea attacks on Turkish-linked vessels are testing Turkey’s relations with Russia, but economic interests, active...

19.10.2026 20

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Turkey turns to Iran to contain Houthis as Saudi defense commitments grow

Turkey turns to Iran to contain Houthis as Saudi defense commitments grow

ANKARA — As Turkey prepares to expand its military support for Saudi Arabia against escalating Houthi attacks, Ankara is also asking Tehran to help...

18.10.2026 10

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Pragmatic politics: Why Turkey avoids blaming Russia for Black Sea attacks

ANKARA — Several deadly Black Sea attacks on Turkish-linked vessels are testing Turkey’s relations with Russia, but economic interests, active...

11.10.2026 10

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Turkey revives F-16 talks with US amid Israel, Greece deterrence concerns

ANKARA — Lingering uncertainty over Turkey’s prospects of acquiring Lockheed Martin's F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, coupled with Ankara’s...

05.10.2026 20

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Turkey revives F-16 talks with US amid Israel, Greece deterrence concerns

ANKARA — Lingering uncertainty over Turkey’s prospects of acquiring Lockheed Martin's F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, coupled with Ankara’s...

04.10.2026 40

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Can Turkey’s Bashiqa withdrawal pave the way for deeper Iraq ties?

ANKARA — Turkey is seeking to use its deal to withdraw forces from the Bashiqa military base in Iraq to deepen security cooperation with Baghdad and...

03.10.2026 30

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Can Turkey’s Bashiqa withdrawal pave the way for deeper Iraq ties?

ANKARA — Turkey is seeking to use its deal to withdraw forces from the Bashiqa military base in Iraq to deepen security cooperation with Baghdad and...

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Despite Mecca pact, Turkey rules out direct military role in Yemen

ANKARA — Turkey plans to bolster Saudi Arabia’s defense capabilities through joint planning, military training and intelligence sharing under the...

29.09.2026 20

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Can Turkey’s Bashiqa withdrawal pave the way for deeper Iraq ties?

Can Turkey’s Bashiqa withdrawal pave the way for deeper Iraq ties? Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA...

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Despite Mecca pact, Turkey rules out direct military role in Yemen

Despite Mecca pact, Turkey rules out direct military role in Yemen Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

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Despite Mecca pact, Turkey rules out direct military role in Yemen

Despite Mecca pact, Turkey rules out direct military role in Yemen Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

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With Hurjet test, Turkey seeks defense dominance beyond drones

With Hurjet test, Turkey seeks defense dominance beyond drones Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA, TURKEY...

06.09.2026 30

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With Hurjet test, Turkey seeks defense dominance beyond drones

With Hurjet test, Turkey seeks defense dominance beyond drones Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA, TURKEY...

06.09.2026 20

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With Hurjet test, Turkey seeks defense dominance beyond drones

With Hurjet test, Turkey seeks defense dominance beyond drones Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA, TURKEY...

05.09.2026 20

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Why Turkey welcomes Israel-Syria talks despite mounting red lines

Why Turkey welcomes Israel-Syria talks despite mounting red lines Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

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Why Turkey welcomes Israel-Syria talks despite mounting red lines

Why Turkey welcomes Israel-Syria talks despite mounting red lines Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

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Why Turkey welcomes Israel-Syria talks despite mounting red lines

30.08.2026 30

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Why Turkey sees Israeli strikes in Syria as warning over its military role, Mecca Pact

Why Turkey sees Israeli strikes in Syria as warning over its military role, Mecca Pact Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all...

25.08.2026 30

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Why Turkey sees Israeli strikes in Syria as warning over its military role, Mecca Pact

Why Turkey sees Israeli strikes in Syria as warning over its military role, Mecca Pact Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all...

23.08.2026 40

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Why Turkey sees Israeli strikes in Syria as warning over its military role, Mecca Pact

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How Israel's rivalry, defense deals prompted Turkey to join Mecca pact

How Israel's rivalry, defense deals prompted Turkey to join Mecca pact Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

22.08.2026 30

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How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

21.08.2026 40

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How Israel's rivalry, defense deals prompted Turkey to join Mecca pact

How Israel's rivalry, defense deals prompted Turkey to join Mecca pact Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

16.08.2026 20

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How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

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How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

09.08.2026 40

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Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

05.08.2026 40

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Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure

Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

04.08.2026 40

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Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

03.08.2026 40

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Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

02.08.2026 40

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Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure

Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

27.07.2026 40

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Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure

Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

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As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely

As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

20.07.2026 40

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As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely

As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

19.07.2026 40

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From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit

From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push

In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

14.07.2026 30

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From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit

From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil

Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

08.07.2026 40

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In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push

In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push

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Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil

Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil

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Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington

Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

23.06.2026 60

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Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence

Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

22.06.2026 60

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Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington

Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington

Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence

Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

16.06.2026 50

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Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence

Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

14.06.2026 50

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