Searched for
TURKEY TROOP DEPLOYMENT
Iran steps up economic, connectivity push with AfghanistanIran is stepping up economic and connectivity cooperation with Afghanistan as ties between Kabul and Islamabad deteriorate. Iran’s energy m...
Houthis claim new attack against airport in Saudi capital as witness reports evacuationSeveral explosions were heard in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh on Thursday, including a large blast at King Khalid International Airport, a...
Turkey draws red line under Mecca pact, rules out sending troops to attack Houthis in YemenTurkey will assist Saudi Arabia defensively against Houthi attacks, as confirmed by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. The assistance focuses on...
Saudi Arabia plans assault on Houthis to break Red Sea chokeholdSaudi Arabia is preparing for an offensive against Houthi militants in Yemen, focusing on securing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The operation ...
Trump's pressure on NATO is reshaping Europe's defences. Will it break the alliance?European nations are increasing defence spending and exploring alternatives to American military technology. This shift is happening as dou...
Russians are packing up again. Fear of a ‘digital jail’ is one reasonRussians are leaving their homeland amid political unrest and growing fears. Recent Ukrainian drone attacks have fueled concerns about furt...
As Saudi tensions with Iran-backed Houthis escalate, mediator Pakistan faces pressure to choose a sidePakistan faces a difficult balancing act between Saudi Arabia and Iran. Recent fighting in Yemen is testing its dual role as defense partne...
Pakistan killed Palestinians for Jordan. Will it kill Houthis for Saudi?Houthi attacks near Saudi Arabia have intensified, prompting a cautious response from Pakistan. Pakistan's defence pact with Saudi Arabia a...
Inside the 24-hour mutiny that threatened Niger's ruling junta and how Russian forces intervenedNiger's capital Niamey is calm after soldiers staged a mutiny which was repelled. Loyal forces, aided by Russian troops, quelled the unrest...
The next war nobody wants: Can Israel and Turkey avoid a conflict?Israel's recent strike on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase signals a new dangerous front. The underlying contest involves shaping Syria's futur...
Iran dismisses US economic threats and other developments in the Middle EastIran rejected United States President Donald Trump's economic threats and isolation policies. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom and other natio...
Mossad chief, Syria minister discussed Turkey troops days before Israeli strikeIsrael's spy chief Roman Gofman spoke with Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani last week. They discussed Turkey's increasing militar...
Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel sent 'clear message' to Turkey over Syria airstrikesIsrael warned Turkey against establishing a military foothold in Syria. Prime Minister Netanyahu stated Israel would not tolerate a Turkish...
Israel and Syria agreed to maintain "status quo" on security matters: NetanyahuIsrael warned Syria about Turkish troop deployment near Aleppo, which Syria ignored. Israeli airstrikes targeted Abu al-Duhur Airbase, caus...
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign joint defence deal amid regional turmoilSaudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey signed a joint defense pact in Mecca. This agreement aims to strengthen collective deterrence against ag...
Foreign armies in Syria and how they came to be thereForeign powers have been deeply involved in the Syrian conflict since 2011. Turkey supports rebel groups and opposes Kurdish forces, while ...
No decision yet in Turkey's negotiations for Kabul AirportDefence Minister Hulusi Akar said Turkey was discussing the plan with several countries. “There must be some political decisions at the Uni...
United States officials to visit Turkey for Kabul airport talksTurkey committed to providing security for the airport after US forces complete their troop withdrawal from Afghanistan in September, in a ...
Turkey says mercenaries should leave Libya, but it has military pact with governmentTurkey deployed troops to Libya under an accord on military cooperation signed with the Tripoli-based Government of National Accord (GNA), ...
Pakistan to deploy troops in Saudi ArabiaThe decision may also create tension in Pakistan's internal politics as parliament had passed a resolution at the start of the Yemen crisis...