Author: Daily Sabah With Agencies
Jannik Sinner is set to return to the ATP Tour at next month’s Rome Masters as world No. 1, following a significant slip-up by his closest rival, Alexander Zverev, in Monte Carlo. Zverev’s early defeat Tuesday all but guarantees Sinner will reclaim the top ranking when his doping ban ends May 4. The 23-year-old Italian accepted a three-month ban in February after an agreement with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) following failed drug tests. Despite the setback, Sinner will return to the summit of the ATP rankings, with Zverev failing to capitalize on his absence. Zverev, who has struggled to…
Russia and the United States are preparing for a second round of high-level talks in Istanbul, set for April 10, aimed at easing long-standing tensions and addressing key points of friction in their bilateral relationship, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed Tuesday. Speaking to reporters in Moscow, Peskov said the Russian side will be represented at the negotiations by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. “From our side, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will be responsible,” he stated, adding, “I suggest waiting for updates from our colleagues at the Foreign Ministry.” The upcoming discussions follow expert-level talks held between Russian and American…
As Türkiye’s national team gears up for its maiden appearance in the UEFA Nations League’s A-tier, eyes have turned to its ambassadors lighting up European and Saudi pitches – or fading in the glare. The performances of Turkish internationals donning elite jerseys across Italy, Portugal, Germany and Saudi Arabia have come under the microscope. Some are basking in the spotlight; others are battling for rhythm and relevance. Çalhanoğlu the general Since switching from AC Milan to archrivals Inter Milan in 2021, Hakan Çalhanoğlu has evolved into a tactical anchor. Inter Milan’s Hakan Çalhanoğlu celebrates after scoring during an Italian Cup…
As Türkiye’s national team gears up for its maiden appearance in the UEFA Nations League’s A-tier, eyes have turned to its ambassadors lighting up European and Saudi pitches – or fading in the glare. The performances of Turkish internationals donning elite jerseys across Italy, Portugal, Germany and Saudi Arabia have come under the microscope. Some are basking in the spotlight; others are battling for rhythm and relevance. Çalhanoğlu the general Since switching from AC Milan to archrivals Inter Milan in 2021, Hakan Çalhanoğlu has evolved into a tactical anchor. Inter Milan’s Hakan Çalhanoğlu celebrates after scoring during an Italian Cup…
As Türkiye’s national team gears up for its maiden appearance in the UEFA Nations League’s A-tier, eyes have turned to its ambassadors lighting up European and Saudi pitches – or fading in the glare. The performances of Turkish internationals donning elite jerseys across Italy, Portugal, Germany and Saudi Arabia have come under the microscope. Some are basking in the spotlight; others are battling for rhythm and relevance. Çalhanoğlu the general Since switching from AC Milan to archrivals Inter Milan in 2021, Hakan Çalhanoğlu has evolved into a tactical anchor. Inter Milan’s Hakan Çalhanoğlu celebrates after scoring during an Italian Cup…
Addressing a meeting of his Justice and Development Party (AK Party) on Tuesday, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated support for the Palestinian cause and opposition to Israel’s actions. “We stand strong against the global Zionist lobby. We will not bow down to oppressors,” Erdoğan, who leads Turkish efforts to end the Palestine-Israel conflict and blames the Netanyahu administration for the ongoing genocide in Gaza, said. He also spoke about Israel’s attacks in Syria and lambasted Tel Aviv’s expansionist goals. “Expansionism, drawing new maps will not benefit anyone. We want stability and peace in Gaza, Syria and Lebanon,” he said. “We…
In a striking move that has sparked public debate, the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP)-led municipality of Keçiören, a district of the capital Ankara, has initiated proceedings to sell the Republic Tower – a monument built to honor the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye. The move has sparked debate, particularly due to the symbolism of the tower and its connection to the values of the republic, as the CHP, the founding party of the republic and long considered the defender of its values, is now preparing to sell a symbol of that very republic. The tower, standing…
In a striking move that has sparked public debate, the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP)-led municipality of Keçiören, a district of the capital Ankara, has initiated proceedings to sell the Republic Tower – a monument built to honor the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye. The move has sparked debate, particularly due to the symbolism of the tower and its connection to the values of the republic, as the CHP, the founding party of the republic and long considered the defender of its values, is now preparing to sell a symbol of that very republic. The tower, standing…
Türkiye and Iraq have come a long way to agree upon the security risk posed by the PKK terrorist group to the two neighbors, and Ankara now expects Baghdad to take further steps, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said. “At the point we have reached in the fight against terrorism alongside Iraq, our expectation is that it wages a fight against the PKK in the same way Iraq fought Daesh,” Fidan told Iraq’s UTV television in an interview broadcast on Monday. The minister said relations between Türkiye and Iraq have an indispensable dimension and importance due to their intertwined history, geography,…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he discussed means to prevent a conflict with Türkiye with U.S. President Donald Trump, calling him the ideal mediator. Shortly before their meeting, the White House announced that Trump and Netanyahu’s plans to hold a joint news conference had been canceled. The White House did not offer any immediate explanation for why it was scrapped. “We don’t want to see Syria being used by anyone, including Turkey, as a base to attack Israel,” Netanyahu said, adding that Türkiye has a great relationship with the U.S. and that they discussed how Israel can avoid conflict…