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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey sent a joint mission to Tehran amid fears of a new war

Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman and the head of Turkish intelligence Ibrahim Kalin arrived in Tehran as representatives of the Mecca Pact. The purpose of the visit is to open negotiation channels and prevent a resumption of escalation after the US midterm elections on November 3. Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman and Turkish intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin arrived in Tehran as representatives of the Mecca pact. The purpose of the visit is to open negotiation channels and prevent a renewed escalation after the US midterm elections on November 3.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
Economy

The EU's 'Made in Europe' plan worries carmakers in Turkey, Morocco, Japan and South Korea

The European Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) proposes subsidizing only cars with 70% European components. Germany and France have agreed on a compromise for the United Kingdom and Norway, but Turkey, Morocco, Japan and South Korea risk being left out. Component suppliers, by contrast, are demanding stronger protection. The European Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) proposes subsidizing only cars with 70% European components. Germany and France have agreed on a compromise for the UK and Norway, but Turkey, Morocco, Japan and South Korea risk being left out. Component suppliers, by contrast, are demanding stronger protection.

Otabek Yusupov
4 min read
Technology

Turkey Adopts Digital Sovereignty Strategy to Reduce Dependence on Foreign Technologies

Turkey presented its Digital Sovereignty Strategy to the Cybersecurity Council chaired by President Erdogan. The document is aimed at reducing dependence on foreign technologies, protecting critical infrastructure, and developing national cyber capabilities amid growing threats related to artificial intelligence and algorithmic influence. Implementing the strategy will require inter-agency coordination and cooperation with the private sector.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read
Economy

Unemployment in Turkey rose to 8.4% in September

According to the Turkish Statistical Institute, the unemployment rate in September rose by 0.5 percentage points to 8.4%. The number of unemployed increased by 198,000 to 2.97 million, while employment fell by 49,000 to 32.45 million. Youth unemployment rose particularly noticeably — to 14.8%.

Aziz Karimov
1 min read
World

Thousands of journalists protest in Istanbul and Ankara against pressure on the media

Rallies were held in Istanbul and Ankara with at least 3,000 participants in each city, according to police. Demonstrators protested against the arrest of journalists, the closure of media outlets, and the appointment of state administrators. According to the Turkish Journalists' Union, 11 journalists have been detained over two months, and police earlier in October halted the broadcast of the Halk TV channel.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read
Politics

Saudi Defense Minister, Pakistan's Army Chief and Turkey's Intelligence Chief Arrive in Tehran for Security Talks

Senior representatives of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey — members of the Mecca Pact on joint defense — are holding talks with Iranian officials in Tehran on Monday, October 26, 2026. The visit is aimed at reducing tensions amid the crisis between the United States and Iran and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. Senior representatives of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey — members of the Mecca Joint Defense Pact — are holding talks with Iranian officials in Tehran on Monday, October 26, 2026. The visit aims to reduce tensions amid the crisis between the US and Iran and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.

Otabek Yusupov
4 min read
Education

Istanbul to speed up preparations for construction of the first Uzbek school

Uzbekistan's Consul General in Istanbul Sherzod Abdunazarov discussed the project of the first Uzbek school with the Bakırköy district administration and Turkish educational agencies. The foundation was laid in January 2026 with the participation of the presidents of the two countries; exact dates for the start of construction and opening have not been announced.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
Politics

Turkey confirmed its readiness to act as a mediator in resolving the conflict in Ukraine

A source at RIA Novosti reported that Ankara is ready to provide mediation support in resolving the Ukrainian conflict if such a request comes from its participants. According to the agency's source, the decision on whether mediation is needed rests with the parties to the conflict. Turkey's mediation efforts were previously mentioned by Dmitry Peskov and Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read
World

Concert by Maxim Galkin in Istanbul cancelled after protests over his stance on Israel

The concert by Maxim Galkin, scheduled for October 25, 2026 at the Harbiye hall of the Istanbul Congress Center, did not take place. According to TRT, the cancellation was preceded by a campaign in Turkish media and social networks demanding that the artist's performance be prevented because of his public support for Israel. The organizers stated that the decision was made by the Governor of Istanbul on grounds of public order and safety.

Aziz Karimov
3 min read
Incidents

Turkish authorities launch investigation after reports of mass poisoning of Russians in Side

The Manavgat municipality launched an inspection after complaints from Russian tourists about mass poisoning in the resort region of Side. According to the Telegram channel , the hospital reportedly said there had been thousands of cases from a single district; since August, insurance companies have received 23 claims from guests of the Bosphorus Sorgun hotel.

Otabek Yusupov
2 min read