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Trump calls Italy's Meloni a 'nice person' but blames her for not helping with Iran
By Gram Slattery and Angelo AmanteANKARA/ROME, July 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday called Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni a "nice person" but criticise…
Macron's Syria visit eyes to boost France's economic role: What to know
The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen cooperation and various regional developments during the first visit by a Western head of state to Syria since the civil war ended.
Sudan, China ink memorandum to develop seaports: What to know
The deal comes as Sudan seeks to revive its maritime sector and revitalize its Red Sea ports.
Trump reiterates at NATO summit that Greenland should be controlled by US, not Denmark
ANKARA, Turkey, July 7 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Tuesday Greenland should be controlled by the United States, not Denmark, reaffirming a stance that has caused te…
Nine countries commit to global defence bank, Canada says
By Jonathan Spicer, Iain Withers and Marc JonesANKARA/LONDON, July 7 (Reuters) - Nine countries have committed to a new global defence bank, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney sa…
Trump says Greenland should be controlled by the US, not Denmark
ANKARA, Turkey, July 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Greenland should be controlled by the United States, not Denmark, as NATO leaders gathered for …
Nine countries commit to global defence bank, says Canada
LONDON, July 7 (Reuters) - A total of nine countries have committed to supporting a new global defence bank, Mark Carney, the prime minister of host country Canada, said on Tuesda…
Egypt loses to Argentina 3-2, bows out of World Cup after historic run
Egypt's Round of 16 appearance was the deepest run in the national team's World Cup history after three previous appearances ended in the group stage.
Trump says he thinks war in Ukraine will be settled, 'hopefully soon'
ANKARA, Turkey, July 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he had spoken with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy…
Trump says he will lift Turkey sanctions, decide on selling F-35s
(Amends language in headline)ANKARA, Turkey, July 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said he would lift sanctions off Turkey and make a decision on a potential sale of F-35…
Canada, Turkey launch free trade talks on NATO summit sidelines
Trade between the two countries stood at $4.3 billion in 2025, and officials from both countries will meet to lay the groundwork for the first FTA negotiations.
Trump says US will lift CAATSA sanctions on Turkey, consider F-35 sale
The US president has announced that sanctions on Turkey over its purchase of Russian missile batteries will be lifted.
NATO to launch strategic airlift fleet of A400M, Rutte says
By Sabine SieboldANKARA, July 7 (Reuters) - NATO will launch a strategic airlift fleet of Airbus A400M transport planes and add one aircraft to its existing fleet of A330 MRTT tan…
Canada wants more backers for global defence bank, foreign minister says
By Jonathan SpicerANKARA, July 7 (Reuters) - Canada wants more countries to back its global defence bank initiative before it announces a roster of founding nations, foreign minis…
Ex-NATO chief says UK may get 'frosty' Ankara welcome in absence of 3.5% plan
LONDON, July 7 (Reuters) - Former NATO chief and co-author of Britain's defence plan, George Robertson, criticised the government on Tuesday for not plotting a route to spending 3…
Kremlin says Russia will follow NATO summit closely
MOSCOW, July 7 (Reuters) - The Kremlin said on Tuesday that Russia would closely monitor the outcome of the NATO summit in Turkey, adding that a series of "confrontational" statem…
Bombs explode near Damascus hotel housing Macron on Syria visit
Blasts did not interrupt French president’s visit but are setback for Syrian leaders’ attempt to project stabilityExplosions rocked Damascus near the hotel where French president,…
Tankers hit in Hormuz as millions mourn Iran's Khamenei
July 7 (Reuters) - Two tankers were hit in the Strait of Hormuz and Iran said there would be no more peace talks unless Donald Trump halted his repeated threats to restart the war…
Millions of mourners highlight regime’s strong social base despite Iran’s divisions
Defiance of ‘maximum pressure’ from the US legitimises government and adds to sense of freer negotiating handAs the multipurpose, multinational funeral of Iran’s former supreme le…
Bomb attacks wound 18 in Damascus as Macron visits
Two explosions shook Damascus on Tuesday near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying, wounding at least 18 people, during the French leader's landmark visit to…
Israeli officer shown throwing stun grenade into car during West Bank raid
Border police officer under investigation after CCTV footage shows him shouting at car’s occupants and throwing deviceIsraeli police have opened an investigation after CCTV footag…
Trump's F-35 push for Turkey runs into CAATSA — and Israel
Israel fears that Washington may be shifting its strategic options toward Turkey as the two rivals push for regional hegemony.
FIFA World Cup: Argentina vs Egypt, Ronaldo exit and Mbappe condemns racism
Argentina continue their knockout journey against Egypt as Switzerland and Colombia also fight for progression.
NATO allies to discuss Hormuz tensions, mission with Gulf Arabs
By John Irish and Lili BayerANKARA, July 7 (Reuters) - NATO foreign ministers will meet Gulf Arab counterparts on Tuesday to address the stalemate over reopening the Strait of Hor…
Blasts rock Damascus during Macron visit
By Yamam Al Shaar, Kinda Makieh and Clotaire AchiDAMASCUS, July 7 (Reuters) - Two bombs exploded near the hotel in Damascus where Emmanuel Macron held meetingson Tuesday, Syrian s…
NATO's Rutte says allies to buy up to five Triton surveillance drones
ANKARA, July 7 (Reuters) - NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Tuesday that allies buy up to five Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton high altitude surveillance drones, with Norwa…
US in talks on Europe missile co-production, source says
By Sabine SieboldANKARA, July 7 (Reuters) - The U.S. is in talks with Germany and other European nations about establishing co-production of Raytheon's AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles and…
Switzerland vs Colombia: World Cup last 16: Prediction, start time and news
Colombia, the World Cup's dangerous outsiders, take on Switzerland in Vancouver for a place in the quarterfinals.
After Iran war upheaval, global shipping eyes return to status quo
Industry known for its resilience is likely to emerge from war relatively unchanged, analysts say.
Explosions in Damascus as French president visits
Explosions in Damascus as French president visits