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Turkey Delivers Massive Blow to Putin's Hopes of Blocking NATO Expansion
NATO announced that Turkey has agreed to a deal that will allow Sweden and Finland to join the alliance.
Will Finland, Sweden Join NATO? Crunch Talks Explained
"I'm not sure whether there is enough time left to find common ground," a former Turkish diplomat told Newsweek.
'Rabbit Fight Club': Hares Caught on Camera Trading Punches in Funny Video
One viewer compared the tussle to watching C-Span while another quipped that "every bunny was kung fu fighting..."
Woman Ordering Tiny Burger and Fries for Her Rescue Cat Delights Internet
Elif, the cat's owner, requested the miniature fast food order to combat her cat Duman's habit of stealing her food.
Erdogan Watches Turkish Military Carry Out Exercises With 37 Allied Nations
The Turkish Armed Forces on Thursday carried out war games with 37 allied countries as part of the EFES-2022 military exercise.
Russian Minister Sidesteps Inquiry: 'What Stolen Goods' Have Been Sold?
"So aside from the grains products, what did Russia steal from the Ukraine?" a Ukrainian journalist asked Russia's foreign minister in an unscripted moment.
Russian Ambassador Storms Out of U.N. After Being Blamed for Food Crisis
Russia's ambassador to the United Nations left a meeting during criticism from the European Council's president.
Trained Rats to Be Sent Into Earthquake Debris With Tiny Backpacks
Rats are being trained to be sent into earthquake debris wearing tiny backpacks outfitted with microphones so rescue teams can talk to survivors.
Turkey Informs U.N. it is Rebranding to a Name From 99 Years Ago
Turkey began calling itself "Turkiye" in 1923, when the republic was founded and Kemal Atatürk became its first president.
Turkey Is Playing Off NATO Against Russia with Eyes on Northern Syria
As Turkey plans a new attack on U.S. partners in northern Syria, "the priority of the United States is going to be to keep NATO intact."
Putin Winning War Costlier Than Investing in Ukraine: NATO
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the war in Ukraine during a joint news conference on Wednesday.
Woman Saves Thousands Traveling From U.S. to Turkey For Cheaper Root Canal
"What even is the point of insurance in the U.S.?" one online user commented.
Turkey Finds Potential Evidence to Use Against Sweden Joining NATO
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has dismissed the attempts by NATO leaders to convince him to change Turkey's stance on Finland and Sweden joining NATO.
Finland Tries to Appease Turkey's Erdogan Over NATO Block
The two countries' presidents spoke by phone. Ankara opposes Helsinki joining the defensive alliance, which requires unanimous consent among its 30 members.
Could Turkey Be Expelled From NATO Over Blocking Finland, Sweden?
Turkey's hard stance against Finland and Sweden's bid for membership has revived doubts over whether the country truly belongs to NATO.
Turkey Isn't Putin's Only Hope for Blocking NATO Expansion
The leader of at least one other NATO country reportedly joins Turkey in opposing Finland and Sweden being admitting into the alliance.
Finland's Trying to Convince Turkey to Support NATO Membership
On Thursday, Finnish President Sauli Niinistö vowed to "commit to Turkey's security" should his country's NATO application be approved.
Turkey Will Block Sweden and Finland Joining NATO
Turkey is said to be blocking the two countries' bid to join the alliance because of their alleged lax attitude towards PKK militants.
Russian Property Buying Surges in Turkey, NATO's Weak Link
Russian buyers can get Turkish citizenship for purchases over $400,000 and a commitment to keeping the property for at least three years.
U.S. Allies Snubbed by Biden Could Now Threaten to Derail NATO Expansion
Left out of December's Summit for Democracy, Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Hungary's Viktor Orbán would need to approve Finland and Sweden's NATO bids.
Turkey Becomes Haven for Superyachts Owned by Sanctioned Russian Oligarchs
Turkey has since become a safe haven for Russian oligarchs as the nation has yet to impose its own sanctions against Moscow for its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
Finland President Says He Is 'Confused' About Turkey's Position On NATO
Countries seeking NATO membership need the unanimous approval of those already in the alliance.
Turkey Won't Block Finland and Sweden Joining NATO, Denmark Says
Danish Foreign Minister Jeppe Kofod told Newsweek he expects "unity in NATO around this issue" despite apparent Turkish objections.
Turkey Poised to Deliver a Massive Win to Putin on NATO Expansion
Turkey's president has indicated his country will oppose the admission of Finland and Sweden to the alliance.
Why Turkey Might Try To Block Sweden, Finland Joining NATO
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that the Nordic countries were "guesthouses to terrorist organizations."
Dr. Oz's Turkish Connections Would Conflict With Senate Seat, PAC Warns
An ad from the group Really American PAC says that Mehmet Oz can "not be trusted to faithfully represent the United States and the Constitution."
Flight Canceled After Plane Crash Photos Sent to Passengers' Phones
After learning that passengers had received these images, the pilot decided to return the plane to the terminal.
Mike Pompeo Ramps Up Opposition to Trump-Backed Dr. Oz
Trump's former secretary of state raised "significant national security concerns" about the Pennsylvania Republican running for the Senate.
Russia Risks Losing Its Power in the Black Sea
The country has worked to control the water for centuries, but is losing its grip after losses suffered during the war in Ukraine and having its access cut off.
Russia Can't Replace Sunken Moskva as Ukraine Gets New Anti-Ship Missiles
The British Defense Ministry said that Russia's Navy can still strike Ukrainian targets despite the loss of the Moskva.