US Troops Remain in Syria to Secure ISIS Detention Camps
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that American troops remain in Syria to secure detention camps holding 8,000-10,000 former ISIS fighters, preventing a potential resurgence of ISIS. Approximately 2,000 of these fighters are considered highly dangerous. The US has been present in Syria since ...
US Troops Remain in Syria to Secure ISIS Detention Camps
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that American troops remain in Syria to secure detention camps holding 8,000-10,000 former ISIS fighters, preventing a potential resurgence of ISIS. Approximately 2,000 of these fighters are considered highly dangerous. The US has been present in Syria since ...
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44% Bias Score
Greece, Egypt, Cyprus Strengthen Ties to Counter Turkey's Influence
The leaders of Greece, Egypt, and Cyprus agreed on closer coordination to counter Turkey's influence in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East, promoting energy cooperation (including the GRETE project), and addressing migration challenges, while emphasizing international law in maritime zones.
Greece, Egypt, Cyprus Strengthen Ties to Counter Turkey's Influence
The leaders of Greece, Egypt, and Cyprus agreed on closer coordination to counter Turkey's influence in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East, promoting energy cooperation (including the GRETE project), and addressing migration challenges, while emphasizing international law in maritime zones.
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44% Bias Score
Turkey's 2024 Press Freedom Crackdown: 74 Detained, 14 Arrested
A 2024 report by CHP MP Utku Çakırözer details 74 journalist detentions, 14 arrests, and 720 court appearances in Turkey due to reporting on sensitive issues, leading to a decline in press freedom ranking to 158th out of 180 countries.
Turkey's 2024 Press Freedom Crackdown: 74 Detained, 14 Arrested
A 2024 report by CHP MP Utku Çakırözer details 74 journalist detentions, 14 arrests, and 720 court appearances in Turkey due to reporting on sensitive issues, leading to a decline in press freedom ranking to 158th out of 180 countries.
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52% Bias Score
Potential Öcalan Disarmament Call in February
CHP deputy Gökhan Günaydın reported a potential February call for disarmament by Abdullah Öcalan, following a meeting between an Imralı delegation and CHP leader Özgür Özel; the call is intended for Europe, Turkey, Rojava, and Iraqi Kurdistan, potentially in exchange for unspecified concessions from...
Potential Öcalan Disarmament Call in February
CHP deputy Gökhan Günaydın reported a potential February call for disarmament by Abdullah Öcalan, following a meeting between an Imralı delegation and CHP leader Özgür Özel; the call is intended for Europe, Turkey, Rojava, and Iraqi Kurdistan, potentially in exchange for unspecified concessions from...
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36% Bias Score
Turkey's Arms Program: Implications for Greece
Turkey's new arms program, while substantial, is not unique to the region; similar initiatives exist in the EU and Greece, creating a security dilemma particularly concerning an arms race, requiring Greece to adapt its defense spending and promote its domestic defense industry.
Turkey's Arms Program: Implications for Greece
Turkey's new arms program, while substantial, is not unique to the region; similar initiatives exist in the EU and Greece, creating a security dilemma particularly concerning an arms race, requiring Greece to adapt its defense spending and promote its domestic defense industry.
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48% Bias Score
Eastern Mediterranean Summit: Greece, Cyprus, Egypt Condemn Turkey's Actions
Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt held a trilateral summit in Cairo, issuing strong statements emphasizing adherence to international law to counter Turkey's destabilizing actions in the Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on energy security, migration, and regional stability.
Eastern Mediterranean Summit: Greece, Cyprus, Egypt Condemn Turkey's Actions
Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt held a trilateral summit in Cairo, issuing strong statements emphasizing adherence to international law to counter Turkey's destabilizing actions in the Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on energy security, migration, and regional stability.
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48% Bias Score
Turkey and Azerbaijan Reaffirm Alliance Amidst Iran's Cautious Support for Zangezur Corridor
Turkish President Erdogan and Azerbaijani President Aliyev held a phone call on January 8, reaffirming their close ties and support for the Zangezur corridor project, while Iran expressed support for transport corridor development but also stated its red lines concerning border changes, sending its ...
Turkey and Azerbaijan Reaffirm Alliance Amidst Iran's Cautious Support for Zangezur Corridor
Turkish President Erdogan and Azerbaijani President Aliyev held a phone call on January 8, reaffirming their close ties and support for the Zangezur corridor project, while Iran expressed support for transport corridor development but also stated its red lines concerning border changes, sending its ...
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48% Bias Score
Turkey Proposes Leading ISIS Fight in Syria Amidst Western Hesitations
Turkey has proposed taking the lead in combating ISIS in Syria, managing the thousands of ISIS members and their families held in prisons and camps, but faces resistance from Western countries concerned about the reliability of the Syrian government and the effectiveness of the ongoing cooperation w...
Turkey Proposes Leading ISIS Fight in Syria Amidst Western Hesitations
Turkey has proposed taking the lead in combating ISIS in Syria, managing the thousands of ISIS members and their families held in prisons and camps, but faces resistance from Western countries concerned about the reliability of the Syrian government and the effectiveness of the ongoing cooperation w...
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48% Bias Score
Turkey's Military Neutralizes 94 Terrorists, Conducts Large-Scale Exercise
Turkey's military neutralized 94 terrorists in the past week, bringing the 2024 total to 3164, and conducted the Mavi Vatan-2025 exercise with 20,000 personnel from January 7-16, while apprehending 108 individuals attempting illegal border crossings; the exercise focused on operational effectiveness...
Turkey's Military Neutralizes 94 Terrorists, Conducts Large-Scale Exercise
Turkey's military neutralized 94 terrorists in the past week, bringing the 2024 total to 3164, and conducted the Mavi Vatan-2025 exercise with 20,000 personnel from January 7-16, while apprehending 108 individuals attempting illegal border crossings; the exercise focused on operational effectiveness...
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52% Bias Score
Öcalan's Lawyers Deny Marriage, House Arrest Claims
Abdullah Öcalan's lawyers denied claims that he wants to marry and be placed under house arrest, calling the allegations manipulative and disrespectful; these claims originated from a report by TGRT Ankara representative Fatih Atik, sparking debate across social media and television.
Öcalan's Lawyers Deny Marriage, House Arrest Claims
Abdullah Öcalan's lawyers denied claims that he wants to marry and be placed under house arrest, calling the allegations manipulative and disrespectful; these claims originated from a report by TGRT Ankara representative Fatih Atik, sparking debate across social media and television.
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52% Bias Score
Turkey Plans Syria Energy Cooperation for Refugee Return
Turkey's Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar announced plans to visit Syria to discuss energy cooperation, aiming to increase oil production (currently 600,000 barrels less than pre-war levels) and facilitate Syrian refugee returns, with a potential $500 billion investment needed for overall infrast...
Turkey Plans Syria Energy Cooperation for Refugee Return
Turkey's Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar announced plans to visit Syria to discuss energy cooperation, aiming to increase oil production (currently 600,000 barrels less than pre-war levels) and facilitate Syrian refugee returns, with a potential $500 billion investment needed for overall infrast...
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56% Bias Score
Rosatom to Sue Siemens over Akkuyu Nuclear Plant Delays
Russia's Rosatom will sue Siemens for delayed delivery of parts for Turkey's Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant, citing missed deadlines and project setbacks; Siemens blames German export permit delays; Russia sourced replacements from China.
Rosatom to Sue Siemens over Akkuyu Nuclear Plant Delays
Russia's Rosatom will sue Siemens for delayed delivery of parts for Turkey's Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant, citing missed deadlines and project setbacks; Siemens blames German export permit delays; Russia sourced replacements from China.
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36% Bias Score