Category: Europe/Asia
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Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Hits Northwest Turkey, Claims One Life and Injures Dozens
Local sources from Turkey: Milliyet, Hürriyet. UK coverage: Sky News. A significant earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck the province of Balikesir, northwest Turkey, leaving a trail of destruction, at least one dead, and 29 injured. The tremors were strong enough to be felt across several provinces, including the bustling metropolis…
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North Koreans in Russia: From Forced Labor to Frontline Troops
Local sources from Russia: BBC, BBC. UK coverage: BBC. Emerging reports have painted a stark picture of North Korea’s involvement in Russia, shedding light on a troubling alliance between the two nations amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. South Korean intelligence and sources have revealed alarming developments, from the exploitation…
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Unprecedented Cyberattack on Aeroflot: A Digital Battlefield Unfolds Amidst Tourist Surge
Local sources from Russia: Ведомости, Новая газета Европа. UK coverage: The Telegraph. In a stunning development that caught the attention of the global cybersecurity community, Russia’s flagship carrier, Aeroflot, became the latest victim of a sophisticated cyberattack. This incident, occurring amidst a noticeable increase in Russian tourism to Europe, despite…
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Turkey Battles Catastrophic Wildfires Amid Historic Heatwave
Local sources from Turkey: Gazete Oksijen, NTV Haber. UK coverage: Daily Express. Turkey is currently facing a severe wildfire crisis, one of the most challenging natural disasters in its recent history, prompting the evacuation of 1,500 people and resulting in the tragic loss of 13 lives, including a firefighter. Driven…
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Devastating Wildfires Sweep Through Turkey Amid Heatwave and Global Extreme Weather Events
Local sources from Turkey: Diken, BBC. UK coverage: The Guardian. In a dramatic display of nature’s fury, Turkey and parts of the Balkan peninsula are grappling with severe wildfires, exacerbated by a punishing heatwave that has seen temperatures soar to a scorching 43C (109F). The fires have claimed at least…
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Wildfires Ravage Turkey, Cyprus, and Greece: A Grim Toll on Lives and Nature
Local sources from Turkey: Hürriyet, NTV Haber. UK coverage: ITVX. Wildfires have unleashed havoc across Turkey, Cyprus, and Greece, highlighting an escalating crisis that has affected local communities, endangered lives, and prompted widespread evacuations. The relentless fires have been raging since late June, marking a somber period for the countries…
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Tragic Wildfire in Turkey Claims Lives of Forestry Workers and Volunteers
Local sources from Turkey: NTV Haber, Serhat NEWS. UK coverage: BBC. In a devastating turn of events, at least 10 individuals, including five forestry workers and five volunteers from the AKUT rescue organisation, were killed in the central Eskisehir province of Turkey while combating a wildfire in the Seyitgazi district.…
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Amid Global Shifts, Russia-China Trade Sees a Decline in Early 2025
Local sources from Russia: Ведомости, Экономика и Жизнь. UK coverage: The Moscow Times. In a surprising turn of events, the robust trade relationship between Russia and China has seen a notable decrease in the first half of 2025. The trade turnover between the two countries fell by 9.1% to $106.48…
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Historic Step Towards Peace: PKK Initiates Weapon Laying Down Ceremony
Local sources from Turkey: Bianet, CNN Türk. UK coverage: Financial Times. In a momentous event that could mark a turning point in Turkey’s history, the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) conducted a significant ‘weapon laying down’ ceremony in the Şikefta Caseneyê region of Dukan district, Sulaymaniyah, under the auspices of the…
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Economic Challenges and Strategic Directions Amidst Global Uncertainties: Insights from Russia
Local sources from Russia: Происшествия в Орле – сегодня, URA.RU. UK coverage: BBC. In the face of ongoing geopolitical tensions and economic sanctions, Russia’s economic landscape is undergoing significant scrutiny and adaptation. Recent discussions at the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) shed light on the nation’s economic challenges…
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Magnitude 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Rhodes, Impacting Turkey and Greek Islands
Local sources from Turkey: BBC, Hürriyet. UK coverage: The Independent. In a startling event that jolted the Aegean region, a 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck near the island of Rhodes, causing widespread panic and damage across southern Greece, western Turkey, and several Greek islands. Occurring at 02:17 local time on June 3,…
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New Era in Air Travel: Fines for Early Seatbelt Release
Local sources from Turkey: Türkiye Gazetesi, Diken. UK coverage: Euronews.com. In a significant move aimed at enhancing flight safety and passenger compliance, the Civil Aviation General Directorate (SHGM) has introduced a new set of rules that will see passengers facing fines for prematurely unfastening their seatbelts and standing up before…
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Turkey Positions Itself as Key Player in Syrian Crisis Resolution
Local sources from Turkey: BBC, Euronews. UK coverage: Euronews. In a significant development signaling Turkey’s deepening involvement in the Syrian crisis, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has proclaimed Turkey as the most adept nation at navigating the new phase in Syria. This assertion comes in the wake of Foreign Minister Hakan…
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Global Crackdown on Cybercrime Networks: Major Operations in Europe, North America, and Central Asia
Local sources from Russia: Almaty.tv, Інтерфакс-Україна. UK coverage: The Guardian. In a significant development that underscores the growing international collaboration against cybercrime, a series of operations across Europe, North America, and Central Asia have led to the dismantling of major criminal networks involved in cyber fraud and extortion. A multinational…
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Rising Tensions: Military Buildups on Finland-Russia Border Stir NATO Concerns
Local sources from Russia: Независимая газета, Агентство. UK coverage: The Sun. Recent satellite imagery has unveiled a significant Russian military buildup near Finland’s border, signaling heightened tensions in the region. This development, featuring new bases, troop accommodations, helicopters, and armored vehicles within 35 miles of the Finnish frontier, mirrors the…
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China and Russia Strengthen ‘No Limits’ Partnership Amid US Criticism
Local sources from Russia: Президент России, БИЗНЕС Online — Новости Казани. UK coverage: The Guardian. In a significant development during Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Moscow to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, China and Russia have pledged to deepen their ‘no limits’…
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Russian Forces Experience Highest Number of Casualties in Ukraine War
Local sources from Russia: Медиазона, BBC. UK coverage: BBC. Last year, Russian forces experienced their highest number of casualties since the start of the war in Ukraine, with at least 45,287 people killed. This is nearly three times more than the first year of the invasion and surpasses the losses…
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New Dinosaur Species Discovered in Australia
Local sources from Russia: dw.com, Euronews.com. UK coverage: Euronews.com. In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have identified a new species of dinosaur in Australia. Named Fostoria dhimbangunmal, this herbivorous dinosaur is estimated to have lived around 98 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. Walking on two legs, Fostoria dhimbangunmal provides…
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Ukrainian Journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna Tortured and Killed in Russian Captivity
Local sources from Russia: NewsInfo.Ru, dw.com. UK coverage: The Guardian. In a tragic turn of events, Ukrainian journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna was captured by Russian forces in 2023 and died after a year in detention. Preliminary forensics indicate that she suffered from numerous signs of torture, including burn marks, abrasions, and…
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Peace in Ukraine Remains Elusive as Russia and Ukraine Disagree on Ceasefire Terms
Local sources from Russia: BBC, news.liga.net. UK coverage: The Telegraph. The Kremlin has stated that peace in Ukraine will not come as quickly as Donald Trump desires. While Moscow is working with Washington to secure negotiations, they believe it would be better to deal with Ukraine directly to settle “small…
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Russia for 22nd Annual Summit
Local sources from Russia: Ведомости, Интерфакс. UK coverage: NDTV. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Russia from July 8 to 9 for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit. The visit is considered crucial for Russian-Indian relations and is expected to be very important and full-fledged, according to Kremlin…
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China and Russia Call for Resistance to External Influence at SCO Summit
Local sources from Russia: Интерфакс, Хибины.ru. UK coverage: Al Jazeera English. The presidents of China and Russia, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, have called on their allies to resist external influence, highlighting the changing global centers of power and the emergence of a multipolar world. This call was made at…
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Tensions Rise in France as Far-Right Party Leads in Parliamentary Elections
Local sources from Russia: ГОЛОС АМЕРИКИ – VOA Russian, Независимая газета. UK coverage: Al Jazeera English. Tensions are escalating in France as Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally party takes the lead in the first round of parliamentary elections. The rise of the National Rally has sparked fear among France’s…
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Iran’s Presidential Election: Reformist vs. Hardliner
Local sources from Turkey: tr.irna.ir, Doğru Haber. UK coverage: Financial Times. Iran is gearing up for a crucial presidential run-off election that will determine the country’s future direction. The two candidates vying for the position are Ebrahim Raisi, a conservative cleric and judiciary chief, and Abdolnaser Hemmati, a former central…
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Cyprus Stresses Neutrality Amid Hezbollah Threats Over Israel War
Local sources from Turkey: The Guardian, Al Jazeera English. UK coverage: The Guardian. Cyprus has emphasized its commitment to peace and neutrality after receiving threats from Hezbollah that the country could become a target if it allows Israel to use its territory in a conflict. The Lebanese militant group warned…
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Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Russian Infrastructure Raise Concerns of Escalation
Local sources from Russia: Liga.net, Корреспондент. UK coverage: inews. A wave of Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russian oil and gas infrastructure has raised concerns about a potential escalation in the conflict between the two countries. The latest attack occurred on a major oil refinery in Russia, causing a fire to…
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Putin Plans to Replace Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu
Local sources from Russia: BBC News Русская служба, vtomske.ru. UK coverage: The Independent. Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed Andrei Belousov, a former deputy prime minister with expertise in economics, as the new defense minister, replacing Sergei Shoigu. Shoigu will be appointed as the secretary of Russia’s powerful Security Council,…
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Ukraine’s Donetsk Governor Warns of Russian Advance, Drones Attack Russian Oil Refinery, and Ukraine Shells Zaporizhia Nuclear Power Plant
Local sources from Russia: Liga.net, Интерфакс-Россия. UK coverage: Sky News. The governor of Ukraine’s Donetsk region has issued a warning about the potential consequences if Russian forces capture the frontline town of Chasiv Yar and the wider Donbas region. He emphasized the need to hold the enemy in the Donetsk…
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Russia Threatens Nuclear Retaliation Against NATO in Ukraine
Local sources from Russia: The Independent, Daily Mail. UK coverage: The Independent. In a shocking display of aggression, Dmitry Kiselyov, a top propagandist for Russian President Vladimir Putin, has issued a dire warning to NATO countries. During a live broadcast on Russian television, Kiselyov threatened that Russia would sink Britain…
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Iraqi TikTok Star ‘Um Fahad’ Shot Dead in Baghdad
Local sources from Turkey: BBC.com, Sky News Arabia سكاي نيوز عربية. UK coverage: Evening Standard. In a shocking incident, Iraqi influencer Om Fahad, popularly known as ‘Um Fahad’, was tragically shot dead by a motorbike assassin outside her home in Baghdad. The killing has sparked an investigation by authorities as…
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Vladimir Putin’s Interview with Tucker Carlson: A Historical Perspective on Ukraine
Local sources from Russia: Президент России, BBC.com. UK coverage: The Independent. In a recent interview with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Russian history and its relationship with Ukraine. The interview, which lasted for two hours, covered a wide range of topics, including the origins…
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Tucker Carlson to Interview Vladimir Putin: Shedding Light on the Ukraine Conflict
Local sources from Russia: Русская служба The Moscow Times, Телеканал ОНТ. UK coverage: The Independent. Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson is currently in Moscow for a groundbreaking interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The announcement of this interview has sparked both curiosity and controversy, given Carlson’s previous criticisms of…
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Nine-Hour Hostage Crisis at Procter & Gamble Plant Near Istanbul Ends Without Casualties
Local sources from Turkey: Diken, AKDENİZ GERÇEK. UK coverage: Al-Monitor. A hostage situation at a Procter & Gamble plant near Istanbul has ended without any casualties after a nine-hour standoff. The armed assailant, a former worker at the plant, took seven people hostage in protest against Israeli actions in Gaza.…
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US Orders Reprisal Strikes Against Iranian-Backed Militia in Response to Drone Attack
Local sources from Turkey: CBS News, ABC News. UK coverage: The Guardian. The United States has ordered reprisal strikes against an Iranian-backed militia following a drone attack on a US base that resulted in the death of three soldiers and injured over 30. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed the plans…
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Putin Visits UAE and Saudi Arabia to Discuss Middle East Issues
Local sources from Russia: DW НА РУССКОМ, overclockers.ru. UK coverage: The Telegraph. Russian President Vladimir Putin has made an international visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia, where he met with the leaders of these states. Putin discussed bilateral relations and international issues, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict…
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Rumors of Putin’s Imminent Death and Belarus’ Request for Nuclear Weapons
Local sources from Russia: ГЛАВКОМ, ГОРДОН. UK coverage: The Telegraph. Rumors of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s imminent death have been circulating more and more frequently, with Russian historian and former KGB employee Valery Solovey leading the charge. Professor of History at Sorbonne University, Francoise Thom, has revealed Solovey’s plan –…
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US Imposes New Sanctions Against Russia in Connection with War in Ukraine
Local sources from Russia: ГОЛОС АМЕРИКИ – VOA Russian, Переселенческий Вестник. UK coverage: Al Jazeera English. The United States has imposed new sanctions on over 130 entities, including firms in China, Turkey, and the UAE, for allegedly supplying Russia’s military with components and technology and supporting its war in Ukraine.…
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Rapid Convergence of Russia and North Korea in the Military Sphere: What Will China’s Reaction Be?
Local sources from Russia: ФОКУС, nippon.com: Современный взгляд на Японию. UK coverage: Press TV. Russia and North Korea are attempting to establish closer ties in the face of what they perceive as hostile and aggressive actions from the West, led by the United States. This was made evident when North…
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Middle East Protests Against Israel: Western Efforts To Unite Developing Countries Against Russia Undermined By War
Local sources from Russia: Meduza, Meduza. UK coverage: The Telegraph. Protests against Israel have spread across the Middle East, with Iranians chanting ‘death to England’ and calling for global unity against Israel. In Lebanon, clashes between protesters and security forces near the American embassy took place, with demonstrators condemning the…
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Dozens Killed in Drone Attack on Military Academy in Syria
Sources: Телеканал Царьград, NEWS.ru. Dozens of people were killed and many more were injured in a horrific drone attack on a military academy in Syria. The attack occurred after a graduation ceremony at the academy, which was located in the province of Homs. The source of the explosives remains unknown,…
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Russia’s Credibility as a Regional Peacekeeper Questioned After Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Russia’s Credibility as a Regional Peacekeeper Questioned After Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict Russia’s credibility as a regional peacekeeper has been brought into question after the recent outbreak of violence in Nagorno-Karabakh. Armenia had sought military assistance from the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) during the 2020 conflict, but not this time.…
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Missile Attack on Crimea and Sevastopol Repulsed
On September 22nd, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that air defense forces had successfully repelled a missile attack on Crimea and Sevastopol from the Ukrainian Armed Forces. According to the head of the Republic of Crimea, Sergey Aksenov, cruise missiles were shot down over the territory of the Republic…
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