Author: Daily Sabah With Agencies

Türkiye trusts the Syrian National Army (SNA) will eliminate the PKK terrorist group’s Syrian wing YPG in northern Syria after the overthrow of Bashar Assad’s regime earlier this month, a Turkish Defense Ministry official said Thursday. “Our preparations and precautions as part of the fight against terrorism will continue until the PKK/YPG lays down its arms and its foreign fighters leave Syria,” the official, who was speaking on condition of anonymity, told reporters in the capital, Ankara. Since 2016, Türkiye has mounted four military operations in northern Syria, citing national security threats. Media reports this week claimed a Turkish assault…

European Union countries and the United States are looking to pressure Türkiye to safeguard the PKK terrorist group’s Syrian wing YPG, their “partner” against Daesh, as the fall of the Assad regime worries the terrorist group, now cornered in the northeast. France is working to find an arrangement between Türkiye and the PKK/YPG in northeastern Syria, its foreign minister, Jean-Noel Barrot, said Wednesday, adding that the YPG had to be part of any political transition process in a new Damascus government. “We are convinced that it is possible to find an arrangement that satisfies the interests of everyone. We are…

Thick fog blanketed various regions of Türkiye on Tuesday, causing disruptions to transportation, reducing visibility and creating picturesque scenes in several cities. Authorities issued warnings to drivers and implemented temporary traffic restrictions to ensure safety. In Istanbul, heavy fog in the Bosporus led to the suspension of maritime traffic in both directions. The General Directorate of Coastal Safety announced the temporary halt of transit ship movements due to limited visibility. In Ankara, dense fog reduced visibility significantly, particularly in elevated areas. Drivers struggled to navigate, maintaining safe distances on the roads. Meteorology officials cautioned residents about frost and persistent fog…

Thick fog blanketed various regions of Türkiye on Tuesday, causing disruptions to transportation, reducing visibility and creating picturesque scenes in several cities. Authorities issued warnings to drivers and implemented temporary traffic restrictions to ensure safety. In Istanbul, heavy fog in the Bosporus led to the suspension of maritime traffic in both directions. The General Directorate of Coastal Safety announced the temporary halt of transit ship movements due to limited visibility. In Ankara, dense fog reduced visibility significantly, particularly in elevated areas. Drivers struggled to navigate, maintaining safe distances on the roads. Meteorology officials cautioned residents about frost and persistent fog…

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan rejected U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s claim of a so-called Turkish “takeover” in Syria, as he said it would disrespect the will of the Syrian people. “We wouldn’t call it a takeover, because it would be a grave mistake to present what’s been happening in Syria” in those terms, Fidan told broadcaster Al Jazeera in an interview. “For Syrian people, it is not a takeover. I think if there is any takeover, it’s the will of the Syrian people which is taking over now.” Fidan’s comments came in response to Trump’s recent statement, in which he said…

Erling Haaland, one of Europe’s top goal-scorers, is reportedly on Barcelona’s radar in a shocking transfer development. The Norwegian striker, currently playing for Manchester City in the Premier League, has sparked rumors of a potential move to the Spanish giants. The 23-year-old, who had previously been linked with Real Madrid, now finds himself at the center of Barcelona’s transfer ambitions. According to Spain’s El Chiringuito, the club has long coveted the prolific forward, with rumors suggesting that Barcelona has begun actively pursuing a deal. In a stunning twist, reports indicate that Manchester City may be willing to part with Haaland…

Erling Haaland, one of Europe’s top goal-scorers, is reportedly on Barcelona’s radar in a shocking transfer development. The Norwegian striker, currently playing for Manchester City in the Premier League, has sparked rumors of a potential move to the Spanish giants. The 23-year-old, who had previously been linked with Real Madrid, now finds himself at the center of Barcelona’s transfer ambitions. According to Spain’s El Chiringuito, the club has long coveted the prolific forward, with rumors suggesting that Barcelona has begun actively pursuing a deal. In a stunning twist, reports indicate that Manchester City may be willing to part with Haaland…

Real Madrid’s Turkish sensation Arda Güler has been at the center of transfer speculation once again, with fresh reports linking him to a surprising move. The Turkish international, who has struggled for consistent playing time this season, is reportedly the subject of interest from Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund, according to Spanish media. However, despite Dortmund’s desire to secure Güler on loan until the end of the season, both Real Madrid and the player have reportedly rejected the offer. Ahead of Wednesday’s FIFA Club World Cup match against Mexico’s Pachuca, where Güler is expected to start, the latest transfer rumors have…

Olympic champion Taha Akgül has been elected president of the Turkish Wrestling Federation, ushering in a new chapter for Turkish wrestling. The federation’s 6th ordinary and financial general assembly was held at Anadolu Hotels Esenboğa Thermal on Wednesday, where Akgül triumphed over rival Selçuk Çebi with 189 votes out of 288 cast. Çebi garnered 92 votes, while seven ballots were invalid. Despite the outcome, Çebi graciously congratulated Akgül during the vote count. The meeting, chaired by Abdullah Albunar, also approved activity and audit reports before the leadership vote. Outgoing President Şeref Eroğlu, who did not seek reelection, described the day…

Türkiye is concerned about Israel’s occupation of the Golan Heights. Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz on Tuesday criticized Israel’s actions in Syria. He called Israel’s expansionist policies beyond the Golan Heights “extremely dangerous” and detrimental to Syria’s stability. Speaking during parliamentary discussions on the 2025 budget for the Presidency and related institutions, Yılmaz underscored Türkiye’s commitment to fostering stability in Syria and criticized external interference. “No country, especially Israel, has the right to do this to people who have suffered this much, who have resisted with dignity, who are trying to build their country. Their (Israel’s) actions are illegitimate,” he said.…