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Iran invited to join Saudi-Pak-Turkey defence pact. A new geopolitical equation in Middle East?
Explainers | Aug 24, 2026, 07:42 AM ISTAn Iranian official has claimed that Tehran has received a proposal to join the 'Mecca Joint Defence Agreement' that was signed between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan on August 7. Though there is no official confirmation, a report has claimed that Iran is considering the proposal.
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Islamic NATO on India's doorstep? Bangladesh ministers say open to joining Saudi-Pak-Turkey pact
World | Aug 23, 2026, 11:16 AM ISTTwo of Bangladesh's junior ministers have said that the country is interested in joining the trilateral defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan. However, a decision in this regard would be taken after considering Bangladesh's national interests, they said.
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'Big, bold, important step': Trump welcomes defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan
World | Aug 17, 2026, 11:35 AM ISTIn a social media, US President Donald Trump welcomed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, and described it as a "big, bold and important" first step in ensuring the security of countries in the Middle East.
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Unedited: Trump's Plane Switch Sparks Row: Who Flew With Him, Why Rubio & Bessent Stayed Back?
Originals | Aug 13, 2026, 02:46 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump's secret plane switch in Turkey has raised questions over a reported Iranian threat. Trump moved to a smaller military aircraft, while Marco Rubio and Scott Bessent stayed on the decoy plane, sparking debate over presidential security and the risks to those left behind.
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An Islamic NATO in making? Turkey says Egypt could join Mecca Joint Defence Agreement
World | Aug 09, 2026, 08:07 AM ISTMany have pointed that the trilateral defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan is an attempt to counter Iran in the region, with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan saying more countries could join the alliance in the future.
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Iran warns Saudi after pact with Turkey, Pakistan. Will Riyadh get Islamabad's nuclear protection?
World | Aug 08, 2026, 07:24 AM ISTThe trilateral pact between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan is not aimed at any particular country, the three nations said in a joint statement; however, Iran has threatened the Kingdom and said the deal would not provide it lasting security.
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Saudi, Pakistan and Turkey sign defence pact: Why will India be watching the 'Mecca Pact' closely?
World | Aug 07, 2026, 06:50 PM ISTIndia is watching the newly signed 'Makkah Joint Defence Agreement' closely as it establishes a NATO-style collective security framework where an attack on one nation is treated as an attack on all three. New Delhi is assessing how this military alignment and intelligence sharing.
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Saudi, Pakistan and Turkey to sign defence pact on Friday: How it could reset dynamics in Mideast
Explainers | Aug 07, 2026, 07:22 AM ISTThe trilateral defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan will be signed in Friday in Jeddah. The defence pact is likely to reset the regional dynamics in the Middle East, as it could potentially provide Saudi Arabia and Türkiye the nuclear umbrella of Pakistan.
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Turkey sells Russia-made S-400 air defence systems to Gulf nation after US signals sale of F-35s
World | Jul 10, 2026, 03:53 PM ISTA report by a local Turkish newspaper has said that Ankara has sold its S-400 air defence systems, which it purchased from Russia in 2017, to a Gulf nation, which is likely the UAE or Qatar. Türkiye operates around four divisions of S-400, which was purchased from Russia for USD 2.5 billion.
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Netanyahu opposes US F-35 sale to Turkey, warns Trump's move would upset Middle East power balance
World | Jul 08, 2026, 09:43 AM ISTIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has opposed the possible US sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, warning President Donald Trump that it could destabilise the Middle East's strategic balance.
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Dawood Ibrahim's suspected aide Salim Dola nabbed in Turkey
India | Apr 25, 2026, 11:48 PM ISTIndian drug mafia figure Salim Dola has been arrested in Turkey in a major international operation. He is suspected of running a global drug network and having links to underworld don Dawood Ibrahim.
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Sixteen injured as former student opens fire at Turkey school before shooting self dead
World | Apr 14, 2026, 02:57 PM ISTThe injured included 10 students, 4 teachers, a canteen worker and a police officer. The gunman turned the gun on himself before he could be captured by the police.
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'One billion dollar and most beautiful woman': Uganda Army Chief's 30-day ultimatum to Turkey
World | Apr 13, 2026, 06:06 PM ISTUganda's Army Chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has triggered international criticism after demanding one billion dollars from Turkey along with the "most beautiful woman" in the country as his wife. He threatened to cut diplomatic ties if Ankara does not comply within 30 days.
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Iran targets Turkey’s Incirlik air base housing US nuclear bombs; sirens trigger panic
World | Mar 13, 2026, 11:12 AM ISTThere was no immediate official comment on the incident, which took place four days after NATO air defences shot down a ballistic missile in Turkish airspace that was fired from Iran, the second in five days.
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Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad not killed in attack, claims China's Global Times
World | Mar 02, 2026, 12:11 PM ISTChina’s Global Times has claimed that former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is alive and safe, rejecting earlier media reports that he was killed in US-Israel airstrikes.
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India issues security advisory, shares helpline numbers for its nationals in Qatar, Turkey and Syria
World | Mar 02, 2026, 12:28 PM ISTIndia urges its citizens in Qatar, Turkey and Syria to remain vigilant amid regional security concerns and flight disruptions. Embassies share 24/7 helpline numbers and contact details for assistance.
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Turkish Air Force pilot killed in F-16 fighter jet crash | VIDEO
World | Feb 25, 2026, 09:36 AM ISTTurkey F-16 crash: Search and rescue teams quickly located the wreckage near the Istanbul Izmir highway in the Karesi district, confirming that the pilot had died. Authorities have recovered the debris and formed a special investigation commission.
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Libya's military chief, 7 others killed in plane crash in Turkey's Ankara
World | Dec 24, 2025, 07:02 AM ISTLibya's military chief Gen Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad died in a plane crash on Tuesday. Officials said the crash was caused by a technical problem in the aircraft.
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Indian Army displays reconstructed Turkish Yiiha drone brought down during Operation Sindoor | Video
India | Dec 15, 2025, 11:49 PM ISTThe Yiiha drone that was displayed at the event was flying at an altitude of 2000 metres on May 10. It was launched from Lahore International Airport and the intended target was Jalandhar, according to military officials.
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Turkish military cargo plane crashes in Georgia near Azerbaijan border
World | Nov 11, 2025, 08:39 PM ISTThe Georgian Interior Ministry confirmed the crash occurred in Sighnaghi municipality, close to the Azerbaijani border, and stated that an official investigation has been initiated.