Egypt’s parliament authorises troop deployment to Libya in a closed-door session
Egypt’s parliament packed with supporters of President Sisi, approved plans to send troops to “defend Egyptian national security”.
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Turkish President vows social media controls over insults to family
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan threatens new law to regulate ‘immoral’ social media over tweets directed at daughter and son-in-law.
Italian FM reaches Tripoli on unannounced visit for talks with GNA head
Italian FM made an unannounced visit to Tripoli, where he held talks with Fayez al-Sarraj, prime minister of internationally-recognised government.
Ankara slams EU mission to contain arms to Libya
Ankara says European Union mission turned a blind eye to weapons sent to Khalifa Haftar, who fights against Turkey-backed GNA.
Erdogan vows more support to secure gains in Libya conflict
Erdogan vowed to ramp up Turkey’s support for its ally in Libya to lock in recent military gains, promised joint…
Turkey considers oil exploration under Libya deal
Turkey considering to begin oil exploration in eastern Mediterranean within 4 months under a deal signed with Libya that was…
Turkey accuses UAE for spreading chaos in Middle East
Turkey has accused UAE of bringing chaos to the Middle East through its interventions in Libya and Yemen, allegations which…
Turkey warns for attack Haftar’s forces in Libya if attacks persist
Turkey warned it would deem the forces of General Haftar “legitimate targets” if their attacks on its interests and diplomatic…
Turkish authorities blocks Saudi,Emirati state news websites
Turkish authorities blocked Saudi and United Arab Emirates state news websites days after the Saudi Arabia blocked several Turkish state…
Turkish govt imposes 48-hour curfew in major cities to curb coronavirus
Turkish government has placed restrictions in 31 provinces across the nation but bakeries, pharmacies and health facilities to remain open.
Ankara hopes for new refugee deal with EU
Ankara says a 2016 refugee deal needs to be updated,it hopes to reach a new agreement in time for a…
Greece denies Turkey claims of killing migrant
Greece has denied Turkish allegation that refugees and migrants on their shared border killed in firing,while several injured.
Turkish President hopes for Idlib ceasefire deal with Putin
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says that he hopes for Idlib ceasefire deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Turkey to end visas for UK visitors
Turkey has decided to exempt visa requirements for the members of the European Union,Schengen area including Austria,Belgium,Spain,UK.
Asli Erdogan acquitted in terror case
Asli Erdogan acquitted in terror case,she had been arrested in 2016 as part of an investigation into alleged links to…
Turkey sends commandos and ammunition to reinforce observation posts
Turkey has sent nearly 150 vehicles with commandos and ammunition to reinforce its 12 observation posts in Syria’s last rebel-held…
Ankara deploys more tanks to Syrian border after Idlib violence
Ankara has deployed additional armed vehicles and soldiers to its border with Syria as an intensifying military push by Syrian…
France,Turkey starts war of words
France and Turkey started war of words over Libya,Ankara hitting back at Macron who accused his Turkish counterpart of failing…
Tunisia signs military deal with Turkey to purchase MPAVs
Tunisia is set to purchase armoured vehicles produced by leading Turkish defence contractor BMC as part of the company’s new…
Turkey’s Legislature approves motion on sending troops to Libya
Turkey’s Legislature have approved motion on sending troops to Libya which could aggravate Libya conflict further,analyst says.
Turkish President arrives in Tunisia for surprise talks
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has arrived in Tunisia for surprise talks with newly elected president Kais Saied.
Trump defends his controversial decision
Trump defends his controversial decision to pull back US troops from northeastern Syria, saying he is focused on the “BIG…