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Trump Threatens New Russia Sanctions After Strikes On Ukraine

US President Donald Trump on Friday threatened new sanctions and tariffs on Russia over its bombardments of Ukraine, after previously suspending US aid to Kyiv in a stated bid to encourage diplomacy.

International Business Times

He was tortured in Turkey. Then he faced a US immigration judge who almost never grants asylum

Harrowing story of ‘ES’, fleeing persecution to seek safety in US, shines light on judges who grant claims at exceptionally low rates – or not at all

The Guardian - US

Turkey's central bank lowers key interest rate as inflation slows

Turkey’s central bank has lowered its key interest rate by a further 2.5 percentage points days after official figures indicated a slowdown in inflation that has eroded households’ purchasing power

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What’s behind Erdoğan’s calculated shift on Kurds and its potential consequences

On March 1, the start of the holy month of Ramadan — observed by most of Turkey’s Sunni population — the imprisoned leader of the banned Kurdistan Workers’ Party, Abdullah Öcalan, made a historic call for the party to disarm and end its 40-year-long armed struggle against the Turkish state.

The Conversation

PKK leader’s call to disarm fuels hope for end to Kurdish conflict – but peace is not imminent

Abdullah Öcalan, the imprisoned leader of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ party (PKK), has called on the group to disarm and dissolve itself. In a letter read out by his political allies in Istanbul, Turkey, on February 27, he wrote: “I take on the historical responsibility for this call … All…

The Conversation

PKK declares ceasefire with Turkey after more than 40 years of conflict

Kurdish militant group responds to call from its jailed leader Abdullah Öcalan to lay down arms

The Guardian - UK

Turkiye’s Erdogan says PKK leader’s call to disband is historic opportunity

Turkish president’s comments come as his party urged PKK affiliates in Iraq and Syria to also dissolve and disarm.

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Turkey seeks dissolution of PKK-linked groups in Syria and Iraq, following leader's peace plea

A senior Turkish official says groups affiliated with the Kurdistan Workers Party, or PKK, in Syria and Iraq should dissolve themselves

The Independent UK

The Guardian view on Turkey and the PKK: an elusive peace is in view once more

Editorial: Abdullah Öcalan’s call for fighters to disarm is an important moment. But a lasting resolution will require greater rights for Kurds

The Guardian - UK

Jailed Kurdish separatist leader calls for PKK to disarm in move that could shake up Turkey and Middle East

Abdullah Ocalan’s message follows four decades of guerrilla warfare

The Independent UK

Kurdish Leader Calls For PKK Disarmament And Dissolution

Abdullah Ocalan's call for PKK disarmament offers hope for peace in the region amid renewed efforts for reconciliation between Kurdish groups and the Turki...

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Why has PKK leader called on group to dissolve – and why does it matter?

Abdullah Öcalan’s declaration paves way for end to 40-year conflict between militant Kurdish groups and Turkish state

The Guardian - UK

Turkey Calls For Inclusion Of Russia And Ukraine In Talks

Turkish President Erdogan calls for inclusive talks with Russia and Ukraine to achieve lasting peace. Recent exclusions raise concerns.

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Future of US troops in Syria in question, under pressure from Turkey and Israel

The future of American troops in Syria is in the spotlight, as Turkey and Israel push competing agendas with the Trump administration regarding the role of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces in countering the Islamic State group.

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European leaders reframe approach to arms sales to Turkey as Ukraine deal looms

In a sign of warming Turkish relations, European leaders have started lifting their opposition to key military hardware sales, to the alarm of Turkey's rival Greece. The move comes as Turkey, Nato's second-largest army, is viewed as potentially playing a key role in Europe's security goals as doubts grow over…

The Guardian - UK

Zelenskyy again demands Ukraine is involved in talks after Russia and US agree to create team to explore peace deal – as it happened

US delegation says concessions must be made by both sides after talks with Russia that did not involve Ukraine

International Business Times

Zelensky Slams US-Russia Talks, Urges 'Fair' Negotiations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday criticised US-Russia talks for excluding Kyiv, saying efforts to end the war must be "fair" and involve European countries including Turkey.

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Ukrainian President Zelensky Meets With Turkish President Erdogan

Ukrainian President Zelensky and Turkish President Erdogan meet in Ankara to strengthen ties amidst ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

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Turkey Arrests 282 Despite Reconciliation Bid With PKK

Turkey has detained 282 people in a nationwide swoop on those with suspected "terror" ties, the interior minister said Tuesday, despite a parallel government bid to end the bloody four-decade Kurdish conflict.

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Ukrainian President Zelensky To Meet Turkish President Erdogan

Ukrainian President Zelensky to meet Turkish President Erdogan in Ankara to discuss strategic partnership and regional security.

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Turkish Delegation In Iraq For Peace Talks With Kurds

Turkish opposition party engages in peace talks with Kurdish leaders in Iraq, focusing on the PKK conflict and Ocalan's role. Complex dynamics in the regio...

The Guardian - AU

IDF making ‘offensive plans’ as Trump says US will back Israel if it restarts war – as it happened

Iair Horn, Sasha Troufanov and Sagui Dekel-Chen released by Hamas

The Independent UK

Middle East latest: 3 Israeli men named as latest to be freed in hostage release

The families of Israeli hostages still held by the Hamas militant group have released the names of three hostages expected to be freed on Saturday

Al Jazeera

Pakistan rolls out red carpet for Turkiye’s Erdogan

Turkish leader to hold high-level talks with President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad.

The Independent UK

Turkey's president arrives in Pakistan's capital on a 2-day visit to boost trade, economic ties

Turkey’s president, accompanied by a high-level delegation, has arrived in Pakistan’s capital on a two-day visit to discuss how to boost trade and economic ties between the nations

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