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European Union leaders meet for the first-ever defense summit to strengthen Europe's defense in the current geopolitical landscape.

French President Macron highlights the need for the EU to invest in continent-made defense equipment to achieve strategic autonomy.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Bedir Abdulati is set to visit Turkey on February 4, 2025 for crucial discussions with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.

Armed gangs launched an attack on a town near Port-au-Prince, resulting in 50 fatalities and numerous injuries.

Due to increased seismic activity in Santorini Island, some indoor activities are canceled and schools will be closed for 1 day.

Snails targeting letters and parcels lead to closure of Royal Mail postbox in Storrington, England.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to visit Baghdad to hold talks with high-level Iraqi officials, including the President and Prime Minister.

Mexican President announces employment programs for deported migrants, while US officials consider sending additional troops to the border.

EU High Representative Kaja Kallas emphasizes the importance of Turkey as a strategic partner and discusses various regional and cooperation topics before her upcoming visit.

European Union gears up for potential crises in the wake of Donald Trump's return to the White House.

Residents of a Welsh village have turned road potholes into a makeshift amusement park due to frustration with local authorities.

A list of convicted Palestinian terrorists, including murderers and commanders, to be released following a Gaza deal has been announced by the Israeli Ministry of Justice.

Allegations suggest that armed groups in northern Syria, including the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army, have reached an agreement with Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the group controlling the new administration after the fall of the Assad regime.

The recent report by the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres regarding the Cyprus issue has caused worries among Greek Cypriots due to the absence of the term 'federation solution' that they have been insisting on.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to participate in a crucial meeting in Riyadh with numerous other countries' Foreign Ministers discussing steps towards stability and security in Syria.

Nicolas Maduro has officially started his third term as the president of Venezuela after being elected for the third time in the recent presidential elections. The swearing-in ceremony took place in the National Assembly in Caracas.

A recent quirky advice from the Belgian Food Agency has caught the attention of British tabloids, sparking ridicule and amusement across Europe and beyond.

With 56 parties and political formations applying to participate in the early general elections to be held on February 23 in Germany, the question arises whether the beloved fast food kebab will enter politics.

An attack on the Presidential Palace in Chad's capital city of N'Djamena has been foiled, according to reports. The Foreign Minister of Chad, Abderaman Koulamallah, stated that the situation is under control, while the media in Chad claimed that the attack was carried out by Boko Haram.

Recent evidence suggests that North Korean soldiers are fighting for Putin in the Koersk region, based on discovered documents, passports, and phones. The conflict between Ukrainians and North Koreans is escalating as casualties rise.

Iranian Government Spokesperson announced that the country's new capital will be located in the southern Mekran region due to the rapid population growth and environmental challenges faced by Tehran.

An explosion occurred in a military depot in Cuba, where military materials were stored. Initial reports suggest that 13 soldiers are missing after the blast.

The British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labour party are facing scrutiny as demands for an investigation into child abusers resurface.

Venezuela and Paraguay cut diplomatic ties over disagreements regarding Edmundo Gonzalez, who will be arrested upon setting foot in the country, according to officials.

Pro-Russian nationalists in Austria have been given the green light by the head of state to form a new government after the sudden resignation of the conservative government leader caused a political crisis in the Alpine country.

Turkey is stepping in to mediate the conflict in Sudan which has led to the world's worst humanitarian crisis, receiving positive response from Sudanese officials.

Ukraine has launched an attack in the Kursk region, prompting Russia to send its top general to the area. The conflict escalates as both sides engage in military action.

Elon Musk has waded into a British political storm, criticizing the Starmer government for refusing a new investigation into child abuse networks. Read more on telegraaf.nl

In the Caribbean country of Haiti, over the past few days, more than 11,000 people have been forced to leave their homes due to gang violence. The situation has also led to food insecurity in the region.

Poland, which took over the EU Council Presidency from Hungary, did not invite Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to the official opening ceremony. The diplomatic crisis between the two countries arose when Hungary granted political asylum to a Polish parliamentarian wanted by Poland.