Talks for Türkiye’s purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets — a multi-role fighter jointly produced by the UK, Germany, Italy, and Spain — are in their final phase, with Germany confirming it will not block the sale.
The Turkish government has appointed Nuh Yilmaz as its new ambassador to Syria. Turkey had closed its embassy in Damascus in 2012 in protest against the Assad government and the outbreak of the Syrian war.
Zeki Akturk, spokesperson for Turkey’s Ministry of Defense, announced in a press briefing in Ankara that the Turkish Armed Forces will continue to take necessary measures against all threats to national security. His remarks followed the Turkish parliament’s approval of a three-year extension for Ankara’s military deployment in Syria and Iraq.
Among Islamic countries, Turkey’s current government is unfortunately considered one of the main economic and commercial suppliers to the Zionist regime. Over the past two years, following the military aggression of the Zionist regime against Gaza and the rise of public protests, the Turkish government—under pressure from public opinion—has intensified its so-called anti-Israel stance. However, based on available evidence, these positions appear more symbolic than genuine. Despite loud statements from Turkish and Israeli officials about cutting economic and trade ties, in practice, cooperation between the two countries continues both secretly and openly.
A spokesperson for the Turkish Justice and Development Party issued a warning against any attempts to create a passage from Sweida province to areas controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces.
Over the past two decades, the PJAK, as a key ally of the PKK, has emerged as a significant player in the security dynamics of Iran, Turkey, and the surrounding region, largely due to its close ties with the PKK. With the PKK weakening and Turkey’s strategic priorities shifting, Ankara may now seek to engage more effectively with the PJAK to influence future developments in Iran. This shift in approach could represent a redefinition of Turkey’s policy toward Iran in light of recent geopolitical changes.
Turkish media reported, citing security sources, that the Turkish army intends to establish military bases in Syria as part of its alleged counter-terrorism efforts.
The MT Valpiave tanker transported an oil cargo from the Turkish port of Ceyhan, to the port of Haifa in northern occupied Palestine.
According to Hebrew media, Turkish government officials have sent messages to Israel, proposing the establishment of a coordination mechanism with the Israeli army, similar to the relationship between Moscow and Tel Aviv.
The TRANS SEA tanker, loaded with oil and chemicals, departed from Diliskelesi port in Turkey and made its way to Haifa port in occupied Palestine.
All evidence points to Turkey’s determination to completely eliminate the YPG and SDF in northern Syria. Now that its militants have gained control in the region, Turkey is steadfast in pursuing this goal.
Four days ago, the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA) launched an operation to seize the city of Manbij and its surrounding areas. The latest reports indicate that Turkish militants have taken control of Manbij and its surroundings.
