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Turkish Activist Alleges Greta Thunberg Tortured by Israel
(MENAFN) A Turkish humanitarian campaigner who participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla claimed on Saturday that Swedish environmental advocate Greta Thunberg endured intense mistreatment at the hands of Israeli troops after their ships were...
Turkish Diplomats Contact with Citizens Held on Sumud Flotilla
(MENAFN) Turkish diplomatic personnel have established their first face-to-face communication with Turkish nationals detained by Israeli forces aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was en route to Gaza carrying humanitarian supplies, a...
Turkish Activists Report Abuse After Detention by Israel
(MENAFN) Turkish campaigners from the Global Sumud Flotilla have recounted experiences of physical and mental mistreatment, racial insults, and harassment by Israeli forces after their unlawful detention in international waters. Meanwhile, Turkish...
Turkish activist accuses Israel of torturing Greta Thunberg
(MENAFN) A Turkish activist involved in the Global Sumud Flotilla alleged on Saturday that Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg endured severe torture while in Israeli custody after vessels were intercepted in international waters, according to...
Turkish activist claims Greta Thunberg got tortured by Israel forces
(MENAFN) According to a Turkish activist from the humanitarian Global Sumud Flotilla, Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was seriously tortured by Israeli forces following the capture of their boats in international waters. According to Ersin...
Turkey’s 5G network to transform nation’s mobile market
(MENAFN) The introduction of 5G network connectivity in Türkiye is expected to revolutionize the country’s mobile landscape and enable innovative service models, particularly in fields like augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR), according to...
Turkish Central Bank’s International Reserves Soar to Historic USD183B
(MENAFN) The Turkish Central Bank’s official international reserves soared to a historic high of $183 billion as of September 26, marking a significant milestone, according to figures released on Thursday. This latest data underscores a continued...
Erdogan states Turkey is closely watching execution of Gaza’s deal
(MENAFN) Türkiye will join a task force to oversee the on-the-ground implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced on Thursday during the opening ceremony of the 2025–2026 higher education academic year...
Trump hails Turkey’s efforts in Gaza truce
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump on Sunday commended Türkiye for its involvement in reaching a ceasefire in Gaza, singling out President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his significant contribution and regional influence. “Turkey was fantastic too....
Hair Transplant Turkey vs. Canada: Why Istanbul Leads the World in Hair Transplantation
ISTANBUL, TURKEY, October 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- For more than a decade, Istanbul has been the global hub for hair transplant Turkey procedures, attracting over one million international patients each year. In its latest briefing, Smile...
Indonesia praises role of Turkey, US, Egypt, Qatar in Gaza’s truce
(MENAFN) Indonesia has praised the efforts of Türkiye, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar in achieving a ceasefire in Gaza and pledged to "participate actively" in aiding the territory’s reconstruction. "Indonesia expresses its appreciation for...
Space42 Expands Earth Observation Constellation, Foresight, with Launch of Three New SAR Satellites
Foresight Constellation grows to five satellites, up by three since January 2025 25 cm SAR resolution enables GIQ platform to provide faster, sharper insights Strengthens UAE’s sovereign Earth Observation capability and international collaboration...
Defense ministry says Turkey is set to partake of Gaza Task Force
(MENAFN) Türkiye's National Defense Ministry declared on Friday that the Turkish Armed Forces are prepared to take on any role assigned as part of the Gaza Task Force. Responding to inquiries about Turkey’s potential involvement in this...
Gaza’s truce most enforce without interruption–Turkish FM
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called for unwavering compliance with the recently brokered ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, cautioning that any aggressive action by Israel could trigger renewed conflict and intensify...
Deputy President Paul Mashatile undertakes a working visit to Turkey, 15 Oct
The Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency Mr Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile, will undertake a Working Visit to the Republic of Türkiye to co-chair the inaugural Bi-National Commission (BNC) between South Africa and Türkiye,...
PM of Turkey says Turkish Skydagger kamikaze drones came in Kosovo
(MENAFN) Containers carrying thousands of Turkish Skydagger kamikaze drones have been delivered to Kosovo ahead of schedule, the country’s prime minister announced on Wednesday. The shipment marks an early fulfillment of a contract with the...
Erdogan states Turkey is going to observe enforcement of Gaza’s deal
(MENAFN) Türkiye will participate in a task force to monitor the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire agreement on the ground, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced Thursday during the opening ceremony of the 2025-2026 academic year in Ankara....
Kosovo’s PM announces early delivery of Turkish kamikaze drones
(MENAFN) Large containers bearing thousands of Turkish Skydagger kamikaze drones have reached Kosovo ahead of schedule, the country’s prime minister announced Wednesday. The shipment is part of a purchase agreement with Turkish defense...
Indonesia hails Turkey, US, Egypt, Qatar for their part on Gaza truce
(MENAFN) Indonesia has expressed appreciation for the roles played by Türkiye, the US, Egypt, and Qatar in securing a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, while also committing to "actively participate" in the region’s reconstruction efforts. In a...
Ties between Turkey, Kyrgyzstan get strengthened through investments
(MENAFN) Türkiye’s ambassador to Bishkek, Mustafa Kemal Okem, announced Sunday that Turkish investments in Kyrgyzstan have gone beyond $1.4 billion, calling the growing partnership between the two countries a “special and honorable duty.” At a...