Turkey
Archaeologists discover previously unknown language from ancient tablet
The recently discovered language remains largely incomprehensible, but researchers said it belongs to the Indo-European family.
Putin seeking quick end to Ukraine war, Turkey's leader hints
"It's quite obvious that this war is going to last a long time," Turkey's leader, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, said on Monday.
Mark Dickey cave rescue update: Map reveals location of trapped explorer
The American speleologist is set to be rescued from over 3,000 feet below the surface on Friday after falling ill during an expedition.
Archeologists discover brain remnants of people who lived 3,700 years ago
Researchers believe these individuals died when their homes were set on fire and they were unable to flee during an attack on their city.
Russia's aviation industry in crisis amid delays as planes break down
Two Boeing 777 aircraft operated by Red Wings "simultaneously failed," the airline said in a statement.
Armenians Are Once Again Facing Genocide. The Time To Act Is Now
Azerbaijan's actions have undermined one international law after the other, but it seems that dictators don't care about humanitarian law.
Strong Governments Are Massively Overrated
Americans—or at least those among them who care about the world beyond their borders—tend to scoff at the parliamentary systems. Maybe they shouldn't.
Russia, U.S. inch toward direct conflict in Middle East
A U.S. drone in Syria was damaged on Sunday by Russian aircraft, U.S. officials confirmed on Tuesday.
Russian state TV debates attacking NATO countries
Russian commentators are unhappy with Turkey's recent political moves, leading to Moscow exiting an important grain deal.
Russia naval blockade risks starving 6 million people: Zelensky aide
A long-term Russian blockade of Ukrainian exports would prove "a real disaster for the world," Oleg Ustenko told Newsweek.
Zelensky and Putin battle for Erdogan Black Sea backing
Kyiv and Moscow are fighting for the ear of Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a grain export security deal nears collapse.
Putin leaving grain deal raises risk of direct conflict with NATO
A former NATO supreme allied commander warned there's a risk of confrontation between NATO ships and Russia's navy if the latter "acts recklessly."
The True Meaning of Ataturk's Legacy
Turkey needs to put an end to historical whitewashing and revisionism.
Putin Is rapidly running out of allies
The leaders of Hungary and Turkey, considered close to Vladimir Putin, have dropped objections to Sweden joining NATO, dealing a blow to the Russian leader.
Erdogan dealt five major blows to Putin in just one week
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Monday agreed to send Sweden's NATO accession protocol to the Turkish parliament "as soon as possible."
"NATO Lake" receives major boost
"We already have this capability to close part of the Baltic Sea," one NATO foreign minister told Newsweek.
Putin ally delivers blow to Russia
Turkey agreeing to advance Sweden's NATO membership bid is a "severe setback" for Russian President Vladimir Putin, one expert told Newsweek.
NATO's Erdoğan problem casts shadow over Vilnius
Joe Biden is working on a plan to bring Erdoğan round on Swedish NATO membership as the expansion debate drags on.
Ukraine begins construction of Bayraktar TB2 drone manufacturing plant
The drone has been crucial for Kyiv in hitting Russian targets.
Turkey proclaims "red line" for Sweden NATO bid
Finland and Sweden applied to join NATO last year, with Finland having since joined the alliance, but Sweden is encountering challenges from NATO members.
Turkey's Economy Is in Deep Trouble
The country is in the throes of a serious economic crisis.
Putin plans to leave Russia to visit NATO ally
The Russian president has left the country only twice since his troops invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022.
Whatever Happened to Good, Old-Fashioned Political Landslides?
Why are elections so tight almost everywhere? It's a metaphysical mystery of our time.
What Does Five More Years of Turkey's Erdogan Mean for the West?
While the West would be wise to expect more of the same from Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Brussels and Washington must not abandon the 25 million Turks who voted for an alternative.
Putin scores a win in Turkey's election
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who has served in a mediating role between Russia and Ukraine, won reelection on Sunday.
Stop Calling Erdogan a Dictator. Dictators Don't Go to Runoffs
The U.S. media seems to want to export its own problems—probably the best sign that democracy is alive and well in Turkey.
Suprise, Surprise: Turkey's Authoritarian Leader Wins Again
Erdogan is an authoritarian—what commentators used to call a "strongman." That there will be a May 28 presidential runoff vote between Erdogan and his chief opponent, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, doesn't change that fact.
Putin ally dealt blow as election goes to runoff
"Turkey is a highly polarized country and Erdogan....intensified that polarization as part of his style of governance," said expert Howard Eissenstat.
Turkey heads to the polls in decisive day for Putin and the West
Polls show President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is trailing the main opposition contender, Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu.
Turkey election: Elon Musk accused of censoring Erdogan critics on Twitter
Former GOP Representative Adam Kinzinger called Musk a "free speech absolutist" for "censoring content from the anti-authoritarian Turkish side."