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6.19-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Turkey, No Casualties Reported
Sada Elbalad
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August 10, 2025
Sun 10 Aug 2025 | 08:39 PM The German Research Centre for Geosciences reported a 6.19-magnitude earthquake in Turkey at a depth of 10 kilometers. According to the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), the earthquake struck in...
Turkey’s new precision weapons stoke regional tensions
Long War Journal
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August 7, 2025
The Tayfun Block-4 hypersonic missile. (Cem Tekkesinoglu via Anadolu Agency) In late July, Turkish defense contractors used the 2025 International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF) to showcase the latest additions to the country’s arsenal. Headlining...
Earthquake in Turkey: Tremors in Istanbul as 6.1 magnitude quake hits nation
DNA India
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August 10, 2025
Earthquake in Turkey: An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on the Richter Scale struck western Turkey on Sunday (August 10), the country's disaster management authority said in a statement. Local media reports say the quake's impact was felt across...
Magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes western Turkey
The Express Tribune
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August 10, 2025
Listen to article An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck western Turkey on Sunday, the country's AFAD disaster management authority said, while local media said the quake was felt across multiple provinces. AFAD said the quake occurred at around...
Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Strikes Near Istanbul, Turkey
Times News Global
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August 10, 2025
ISTANBUL, Turkey — A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck western Turkey on Sunday evening, according to the country’s AFAD disaster management authority. The quake hit at approximately 7:53 PM local time in Balikesir province, near Istanbul, and was...
Several buildings damaged after Magnitude 6.1 earthquake hits western Turkey
The National News
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A magnitude-6.1 earthquake struck western Turkey on Sunday, killing one person and causing about a dozen buildings to collapse. The epicentre of the earthquake was in Sindirgi, south of the city of Balikesir, at a depth of 10km, the...
Turkey says it does not permit projects that disregard rights in EastMed
Kathimerini
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Turkey will not allow any projects that disregard its rights in the Eastern Mediterranean or bypass the required coordination with the country, Turkish Defense Ministry sources said on Thursday, following a weekly press briefing. The source was...
PSEKA – No F35’s to Turkey
Hellenic News of America
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August 10, 2025
Press Release No F35s to Turkey PSEKA applauds the bi-partisan letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio initiated by Congressman Chris Pappas and signed by 40 members of Congress calling on the Administration to uphold US Law and hold Turkey...
Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 strikes western Turkey, GFZ says
The Indian Express
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August 10, 2025
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck western Turkey on Sunday, the country’s disaster management authority AFAD said, according to Reuters.AFAD reported that the quake happened at around 7:53pm local time (16:53 GMT) in Balikesir province,...
Turkey blocks Cyprus-backed research vessel over disputed continental shelf
Famagusta Gazette
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August 7, 2025
Home Cyprus Turkey blocks Cyprus-backed research vessel over disputed continental shelf FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Turkish naval forces intervened to stop a Cyprus-backed research vessel from conducting scientific surveys in the eastern Mediterranean,...
As AI drives a new nuclear era, US tech giants and China reshape global power
Middle East Eye
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August 10, 2025
As of March 2025, Google, Meta and Microsoft, the three biggest tech companies in the United States, pledged to triple their investments in nuclear energy by 2050. These plans highlight the sector's efforts to address one of the major challenges...
UK tourists heading to Turkey warned over mistake that'll cost them £2,400
Birmingham Live
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August 10, 2025
Turkey cosmetic procedures have become the newest craze among British holidaymakers since the Covid pandemic. But foreign medical procedures come with their own set of risks, warns travel expert and Executive Director of John Mason International,...
Ankara’s new chapter in Syria: Stabilization, security and strategic cooperation
Sabah
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August 6, 2025
Recently, sources from the Turkish Ministry of National Defense announced that the current Syrian administration had submitted an official request seeking Türkiye’s support to enhance its defense capacity and intensify its fight against terrorist...
Cal Poly students explore sea life to aid Pacific Coast research
Mustang News - California
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August 10, 2025
Erin Sullivan stepped quickly over seaweed-coated rocks at Hazard Reef in Montaña de Oro State Park. There it was: a red octopus with orange spots, a little larger than a foot, curled in her classmate’s gloved hand. Its tentacles moved rapidly,...
Pep Guardiola’s summer rebuild has restored Manchester City’s old swagger
The Independent
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August 16, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Travel expert issues urgent Turkey warning to Brits heading abroad
The Mirror
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August 10, 2025
While cosmetic trips to Turkey have become the newest craze among British holidaymakers since the pandemic, a travel expert has warned that this can come with serious risks. Simon Hood, travel expert and Executive Director of John Mason...
Turkish defense giant Aselsan reports strong performance in H1
Sabah
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August 6, 2025
Turkish defense major Aselsan reported on Tuesday its financial results for the first half of this year, highlighting a positive trend in its growth strategy, as revenues jumped by over 11% compared to the same period last year and backlog orders...
Turkish Yacht Entrepreneur Missing En Route to Mykonos
To Vima
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August 6, 2025
A high-profile Turkish businessman has gone missing while sailing toward the Greek island of Mykonos, sparking a major search operation by Turkish authorities. Halit Yukay, a 43-year-old yacht manufacturer and founder of Mazu Yachts, departed...
Turkish defense giant lands $2.8B in defense deals
Defence Blog
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August 6, 2025
Turkey’s leading defense electronics company, ASELSAN, reported robust financial performance for the first half of 2025, driven by sustained demand across core military sectors and rising export activity. According to the company’s financial...
Turkey Dominates the Region With 111 Attack Helicopters, Moure Than Double Iran
24/7 Wall St.
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August 6, 2025
Military canaran / iStock via Getty Images Key Points When it comes to helicopter power in the Middle East, Turkey leads the pack by a wide margin Turkey is home to over 100 specialized attack helicopters and over 500 in helicopters in total...