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Turkish Cypriot Minister Dismisses UN Meeting as Futile

Turkish Cypriot Foreign Minister Tahsin Ertugruloglu has cast doubt on the upcoming UN-led meeting in Geneva, arguing it will lead nowhere in resolving the Cyprus dispute. While Greek Cypriots seek a federal solution, Turkish Cypriots insist on a two-state model—a stance rejected by the Republic of Cyprus. With both sides entrenched in their positions, the talks are expected to underscore the island’s deep divisions rather than produce a breakthrough.

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Turkey Confirms Purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon Jets as Regional Dynamics Shift

Turkey has confirmed the purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets, marking a significant step in its defense modernization efforts. Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Güler announced that Germany, after initial resistance, approved the deal with support from NATO allies Britain, Italy, and Spain. Alongside plans to acquire 40 U.S.-made F-16 Vipers, the move underscores Turkey’s balancing of European and American defense partnerships. Güler also highlighted progress in Greek-Turkish relations while reiterating Turkey’s firm stance on a two-state solution for Cyprus.

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Western Nations Prepare for Potential Mass Evacuation of Lebanon as Ceasefire Hopes Dwindle

With a potential full-scale war looming in Lebanon, Western nations are scrambling to prepare evacuation plans for their citizens, eyeing Cyprus and Turkey as potential safe havens. As ceasefire talks falter and Israel intensifies strikes on Beirut, concerns are mounting over the safety of tens of thousands of foreigners in Lebanon.

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British Man, 87, Arrested in Greece for Attempted Murder of Bedridden Wife

An 87-year-old British man was arrested in Greece for allegedly attempting to suffocate his 89-year-old bedridden wife with a pillow. The man claimed he acted on her request to end her suffering. After reporting the incident to a neighbor, police found the woman still alive and took her to Janeio Hospital.