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Iran says strikes hit historic Pasteur Institute in Tehran: What to know

Iranian officials say US-Israeli strikes have hit Tehran’s Pasteur Institute, a century-old pillar of Iran’s public health system.

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Turkey in talks with Iran to clear 11 ships stuck in Hormuz: What to know

Turkey's transport minister says that 11 vessels await passage from Hormouz pending talks with Iran.

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Turkey says NATO defenses intercepted fourth missile from Iran

Turkey said NATO air defenses neutralized a ballistic munition launched from Iran that entered its airspace, marking the fourth such interception...

30.03.2026 2

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US proposes Vance-Ghalibaf talks with Turkey as one intermediary: Source

Iran has yet to respond to the proposal, the source said, as the US announced it was pausing strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure for five days.

23.03.2026 7

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Turkey, Qatar pledge to deepen defense ties, blame Israel for Iran war

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan’s trip to Doha is part of a Gulf tour that began Wednesday in Riyadh, as Iran continues to strike energy assets across...

19.03.2026 5

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Azerbaijan accuses Iran of drone strike on airport

The attacks damaged an airport in the Nakhchivan exclave and slightly wounded two civilians.

05.03.2026 4

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Turkey intercepts Iran-fired ballistic munition

It marks a significant escalation in the Middle Eastern war, as Iran so far has not targeted Turkey, a NATO member.

04.03.2026 7

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Turkey touts Somalia spaceport as Horn of Africa rivalry heats up

A high-level presidential aide said the facility could open new avenues in defense and technology sharing between Turkey and Somalia.

25.02.2026 6

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Fidan heads to US as Turkey eyes Gaza troop role: What to know

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar is also expected to attend the Board of Peace meeting, raising the prospect of the first face-to-face talks...

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On first Horn of Africa trip in 10 years, Erdogan cautions Ethiopia over Somaliland

Turkey opposes Somaliland's recognition to protect its strategic military foothold in Mogadishu and the Red Sea.

17.02.2026 7

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Turkey’s Erdogan heads to Ethiopia amid tensions over Horn of Africa

The Turkish leader is expected to raise Ankara’s concerns over Somalia’s territorial integrity while discussing ways to deepen bilateral ties with...

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In Turkey, Iran-E3 talks set to tackle IAEA access, snapback sanctions

As Tehran returns to nuclear talks with Europe amid rising diplomatic pressure, Turkey reaffirms its role as a key regional host for high-stakes...

21.07.2025 9

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UAE leader visits Turkey, emphasizing shift from rivalry to regional alignment

The presidents of Turkey and the UAE discussed ways to deepen cooperation on trade, defense and regional diplomacy as both nations navigate new...

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