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Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had a phone call with Palestinian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammed Mustafa to discuss the importance of achieving a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
Houthis launched a ballistic missile towards Israel, causing sirens to wail and sending millions to shelters. Meanwhile, Kuwait's Foreign Minister declared a solidarity message with Syria during a visit to Damascus.
A look back at the key events that shaped 2024, from political uprisings to natural disasters.
Following the overthrow of the Assad regime in Syria, the temporary government has appointed Deputy Central Bank President Maysaa Sabrine as the President of the Central Bank, making her the first woman to hold this position.
Hezbollah co-founder Fuad Shukr was killed in an Israeli airstrike, just after marrying four women in secret ceremonies. The airstrikes also targeted other Hezbollah leaders, according to reports.
According to the New York Times, Israel is facing difficulties in dealing with the Houthi threat, which it has neglected for years. The group is reportedly prepared to escalate its attacks further.
According to a recent report by the New York Times, Israel has been applying engagement rules that ignore civilian casualties in its attacks on Gaza since October 2023.
Latest developments in the Middle East as Houthis target an Israeli airbase and defected Syrian military officers return to Syria.
Israeli soldiers set fire to Kemal Advan Hospital in northern Gaza under the pretext of Hamas members, leaving it unusable. Staff and patients were stripped half-naked and interrogated during the attack.
The latest developments in Syria, Lebanon, Israel, and the UK are covered in this news report. From visa issues to healthcare reforms, the region is witnessing significant changes.
Pope Francis urges for a Christmas truce in ongoing conflicts around the world, recalling historical examples of spontaneous ceasefires during the festive season.
Two Polish inmates attempted to escape from the prison in Tongeren, Belgium, in a daring manner, only to be stopped by vigilant guards.
Residents of the Spanish villages of Paiporta and Catarroja, heavily affected by October floods, win prizes in the Christmas lottery, bringing hope and relief to the communities.
The United States accidentally shot down its own combat aircraft over the Red Sea, prompting two pilots to eject safely. One pilot sustained minor injuries.
The fall of Bashar al-Assad has caused even more headaches for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
A cordon sanitaire appears to be forming against the PVV from the liberals in the European Parliament. Read more on Telegraaf.nl.
The British police have confiscated £2 million (€2.4 million) from controversial American influencers Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, accused of large-scale tax evasion in the United Kingdom.
Negotiators are currently working overtime for a potential deal for Gaza, with Saudi Arabia also getting involved in the terms of the agreement.
The escape of Syrian dictator Bashar Al-Assad to Moscow was meticulously planned, ensuring his safety and comfort upon arrival in Russia.
The German election campaign heats up with a change in approach towards President Putin, as the CDU/CSU lead in polls.
Experts warn that triggering Article 5 of the NATO charter is becoming more likely as Russia escalates its hybrid war with the West.
Negotiators are close to reaching an agreement regarding the release of hostages in Gaza before Christmas.
A West Ham United football fan was robbed of his €14,000 Rolex watch while suffering a heart attack in the stands.
According to Financial Times, Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad reportedly sent 21 planes filled with cash to Moscow between 2018 and 2019. The majority of the money, in the form of dollars and euros, was allegedly used for luxury purchases and military acquisitions.
A recent report by the trans-Atlantic think tank Henry Jackson Society criticizes the accuracy of the Palestinian Ministry of Health's figures regarding the death toll from the war in Gaza.
The Georgian electoral college has appointed Micheil Kavelasjvili as the new president of the country. Kavelasjvili, a former professional footballer critical of Western influence in Georgia, is set to succeed Salome Zoerabisjvili.
An amusement ride collapsed in the British city of Birmingham, injuring eleven people. Two women were taken to the hospital.
In 2024, 54 journalists have been killed worldwide according to the annual report of the international non-governmental organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF).
A deadly migrant route has claimed the lives of six individuals aboard fishing boats heading to the Canary Islands.
