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We asked critics from authoritarian regimes what they wish they’d known sooner. Here’s what they said

Critics from Hungary, El Salvador and Turkey offer advice to the US about what they’ve learned about authoritarians

The Guardian - US

Analysts Claim Turkey Is Now the Only Viable Diplomatic Bridge Between the U.S. And Venezuela

Turkey's government is positioning itself as the most viable diplomatic link between Washington and Caracas, according to analysts cited by Argentina-based international affairs outlet Escenario Mundial.

Latin Times

People Who Work In “Luxury” Industries Share 50 Things The Rich Pay For That Are Complete Rip-Offs

Just because a good or service comes with a hefty price tag, it doesn’t automatically mean that it’s worth that much cash. And it only makes sense that, no matter the size of your wealth, you behave economically with your resources instead of splurging left and right. Well, not necessarily.…

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The top AP photos from the Middle East in 2025: Conflict, courage, and moments of wonder

The Associated Press’ top photos from the Middle East and the surrounding region in 2025 capture conflict, resilience, and moments of quiet wonder. Taken across Gaza, Israel, Iran, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Egypt, Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates, the 35 images reveal a turbulent year.

The Independent UK

Can Syria’s president turn wave of global goodwill into tangible results at home?

Sanctions, instability and external meddling are still problems for Ahmed al-Sharaa, one year after Assad’s fall

The Guardian - UK

Turkey fears Ukraine conflict will spill over on its Black Sea shores

Ankara is voicing alarm over a spate of attacks on Russian tankers in the Black Sea, with fears that strikes on ships carrying oil and other key commodities could threaten global trade and pose environmental dangers to Turkey, which has the longest coastline in the strategic sea.

Radio France Internationale

Disarming Hamas should not be first task of Gaza stabilisation force, Turkey says

Ankara’s foreign minister suggests international partners should start by separating Israeli troops from Hamas

The Guardian - UK

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The United States must create big moments at World Cup 2026. Anything less is not enough

Each nation’s World Cup is defined, for good or bad, by huge, indelible moments. With a favorable draw, the onus is now on the US to create them

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026: a look at the United States’ group-stage opponents

A favorable draw gives the US a varied set of tests in 2026, from Australia’s organization to Paraguay’s grit and a tricky European playoff winner

The Guardian - US

Football players and officials arrested as part of probe into Turkey's betting scandal

The Turkish Football Federation said in October that it was investigating more than 150 referees in professional leagues for allegedly betting on soccer matches.

Euronews

Dozens of footballers and referees arrested amid football betting scandal probe

Arrests were made on Friday as part of an investigation into a betting scandal

The Independent UK

Second courthouse theft in Istanbul sees firearms stolen after gold and silver heist

Days after a court clerk fled to the UK with millions in stolen gold and silver from a courthouse vault, Turkey is now shaken by another heist, this time involving firearms stolen from the evidence room of an Istanbul courthouse.

Euronews

Turkey's energy minister warns of threat to oil and gas supplies after tankers targeted

Turkey’s energy minister has called for the supply of oil and gas in the Black Sea to be protected

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Macron warned Trump could ‘betray Ukraine’ in leaked call with European leaders

European leaders criticised Washington’s approach to peace talks in leaked transcript of call

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Greek farmers block border crossing routes in escalating dispute over delayed EU subsidies

Farmers in northern Greece have blocked border crossings with North Macedonia, Bulgaria and Turkey as part of a growing protest over delays in farm subsidy payments

Euronews

Turkish shipping company halts Russia operations after tanker attack

Following an attack on its vessel Mersin, Istanbul-based Besiktas Shipping has stopped all operations with Russia, citing unacceptable security risks.

The Guardian - UK

Has a player ever been shown a second yellow card while being substituted?

Plus: the shambles that was 1950 World Cup qualifying, and plenty more brawling teammates

Euronews

Third Russian tanker attacked in the Black Sea, Turkey says

The vessel did not request assistance and its 13 crew members were unharmed, according to Turkey's Maritime Affairs Directorate.

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The Independent UK

The Latest: Pope Leo ends first foreign trip with silent prayer at Beirut blast site, Mass at port

Pope Leo XIV offered a silent prayer at the site of the 2020 Beirut port explosion as he is wrapping up his first foreign trip to Turkey and Lebanon

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky responds to ‘better’ Trump peace plan ahead of crucial Putin talks

Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is travelling to Moscow where he will meet Russian president Vladimir Putin on Tuesday

Euronews

Pope Leo XIV in Lebanon: 'In Palestine the only solution is two states'

The pontiff is in Lebanon for the second leg of his apostolic journey, the first since his election, which has already taken him to Turkey, Ankara, Iznik and Istanbul

The Independent UK

Pope Leo makes stance clear on ‘only solution’ to Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Pope Leo XIV has spoken out once again on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

International Business Times UK

Turkey's New Killer Drone Makes History After Blasting Jet Out of the Sky—No Pilot Required

Turkey's Bayraktar KIZILELMA becomes the world's first unmanned fighter to destroy a jet-powered target with a long-range air-to-air missile, signalling a new era in aerial combat.

The Independent UK

Turkey condemns Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil tankers off Black Sea coast

The Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesman has condemned Ukrainian drone attacks on two Russian “shadow fleet” oil tankers in the Black Sea

Euronews

Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at the Volkswagen Arena in Turkey

Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass with thousands of Catholics in Istanbul, encouraging interfaith unity during his visit to Turkey.

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