The Latest Breaking News from Turkey

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is visiting Turkey on Wednesday to sustain dialogue amid rising tensions

For years, scientists studying earthquake risk in northwestern Turkey have known where the North Anatolian fault runs but not exactly how it behaves beneath the Marmara Sea. That uncertainty has mattered. The offshore section lies close to Istanbul and has not ruptured in a major earthquake for more than two…

Talks that had been scheduled in Turkey salvaged after Arab states convince White House not to walk away from negotiations

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Iran’s President says he has instructed the country’s foreign minister to pursue constructive negotiations to ease tensions and a looming threat of conflict with the US. The move signals a shift in approach for Tehran, who for weeks has countered with its own threats against Washington.

Pakistan has been invited to crucial talks in Turkey between Iran and the US, aimed at de-escalating regional tensions. Several other regional powers, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar, are also expected to attend. The discussions are anticipated to focus on Iran's nuclear program, with both sides expressing cautious optimism for…

A US F-35C fighter jet shot down an Iranian drone approaching an American aircraft carrier, escalating tensions. This incident occurred just as Iran's president signaled a willingness for negotiations with the US. Despite the drone downing, planned diplomatic talks in Turkey are reportedly still scheduled.

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