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» Turkish politics no longer one-man show
06/12/15 05:57 from Full Feed
Turkey's June 7 parliamentary elections signaled a resounding loss for the ruling Justice and Development Party, so what are its options?
06/12/15 05:57 from Full Feed
Turkey's June 7 parliamentary elections signaled a resounding loss for the ruling Justice and Development Party, so what are its options?
» Turkish court makes landmark ruling on women’s murders
06/12/15 05:17 from Full Feed
In a first for Turkey, a court has penalized the state for failing to protect a woman who was killed by her husband.
06/12/15 05:17 from Full Feed
In a first for Turkey, a court has penalized the state for failing to protect a woman who was killed by her husband.
» Are Reformists, Rouhani heading for split?
06/12/15 04:42 from Full Feed
After supporting Hassan Rouhani in the presidential elections, Reformists expect Rouhani to repay them with support in the parliamentary elections, but that may not be the case.
06/12/15 04:42 from Full Feed
After supporting Hassan Rouhani in the presidential elections, Reformists expect Rouhani to repay them with support in the parliamentary elections, but that may not be the case.
» Lebanese turn to faith to break political stalemate
06/12/15 02:56 from Full Feed
The statue of Portugal's Our Lady Fatima will visit several regions in Lebanon in a convoy of Christian leaders, many of whom believe that the tour will help Lebanon elect a president.
06/12/15 02:56 from Full Feed
The statue of Portugal's Our Lady Fatima will visit several regions in Lebanon in a convoy of Christian leaders, many of whom believe that the tour will help Lebanon elect a president.
» Is Israel's culture minister drunk with power?
06/12/15 01:39 from Full Feed
Culture and Sports Minister Miri Regev is fond of reminding artists and cultural institutions that she has the power to determine their fate, including withholding funds if they fail to meet her standards of patriotism.
06/12/15 01:39 from Full Feed
Culture and Sports Minister Miri Regev is fond of reminding artists and cultural institutions that she has the power to determine their fate, including withholding funds if they fail to meet her standards of patriotism.
» Gaza soccer players work hard for little pay
06/12/15 00:49 from Full Feed
Professional Palestinian soccer players, especially those in the Gaza Strip, are bound by restrictive contracts and low pay.
06/12/15 00:49 from Full Feed
Professional Palestinian soccer players, especially those in the Gaza Strip, are bound by restrictive contracts and low pay.
» The Islamic State's scorched earth policy in Kobani
05/12/15 23:37 from Full Feed
Since the Islamic State was defeated in Kobani in January, the group has been setting ablaze the crops of the residents there.
05/12/15 23:37 from Full Feed
Since the Islamic State was defeated in Kobani in January, the group has been setting ablaze the crops of the residents there.
» Arabs divided on visiting Jerusalem
05/12/15 22:52 from Full Feed
Political and religious authorities in Palestine continue to disagree on visits by Arabs and Muslims from around the world to Jerusalem, split between seeing such trips as defiant support of Palestine and as normalizing relations with Is...
05/12/15 22:52 from Full Feed
Political and religious authorities in Palestine continue to disagree on visits by Arabs and Muslims from around the world to Jerusalem, split between seeing such trips as defiant support of Palestine and as normalizing relations with Is...
» Congress seeks to kill Obama's counterterrorism fund
06/11/15 11:52 from Full Feed
The Senate spending panel approved legislation to defund the president's signature proposal.
06/11/15 11:52 from Full Feed
The Senate spending panel approved legislation to defund the president's signature proposal.
» Iran talks may go into overtime
06/11/15 06:36 from Full Feed
Negotiators are focused on the June 30 target for reaching a final Iran nuclear deal, a US official said June 10, but brinksmanship may push Iran talks past the deadline as each side waits to see if the other will make concessions.
06/11/15 06:36 from Full Feed
Negotiators are focused on the June 30 target for reaching a final Iran nuclear deal, a US official said June 10, but brinksmanship may push Iran talks past the deadline as each side waits to see if the other will make concessions.
» US-Russia relations still tense after Kerry's visit
06/11/15 06:33 from Full Feed
US Secretary of State John Kerry's recent visit to Moscow was indicative of the US policy of "selective engagement" with Russia.
06/11/15 06:33 from Full Feed
US Secretary of State John Kerry's recent visit to Moscow was indicative of the US policy of "selective engagement" with Russia.
» Is Iran on the right track to managing inflation?
06/11/15 05:51 from Full Feed
To make the economy stable and predictable, the government needs to put an end to its borrowing habit and cut spending in a significant way, economists believe.
06/11/15 05:51 from Full Feed
To make the economy stable and predictable, the government needs to put an end to its borrowing habit and cut spending in a significant way, economists believe.
» Iran court upholds sentence of Rafsanjani's son
06/11/15 05:13 from Full Feed
An appellate court has upheld the corruption case against Mehdi Hashemi, son of Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani.
06/11/15 05:13 from Full Feed
An appellate court has upheld the corruption case against Mehdi Hashemi, son of Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani.
» Will AKP's loss benefit Israel?
06/11/15 04:25 from Full Feed
Many in Israel reveled over the AKP's loss in the parliamentarian elections, but their defeat might actually harm the normalization process between the two countries.
06/11/15 04:25 from Full Feed
Many in Israel reveled over the AKP's loss in the parliamentarian elections, but their defeat might actually harm the normalization process between the two countries.
» Netanyahu trapped by powerful Likud central party
06/11/15 04:13 from Full Feed
Media accusations against newly elected Knesset member Oren Hazan did not prompt Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to sanction him, as he needs Hazan's support in the upcoming Likud party central committee meeting.
06/11/15 04:13 from Full Feed
Media accusations against newly elected Knesset member Oren Hazan did not prompt Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to sanction him, as he needs Hazan's support in the upcoming Likud party central committee meeting.
» Eyes return to Turkish military after elections
06/11/15 03:29 from Full Feed
The turbulence in the wake of the recent elections may offer the Turkish military opportunities to return to politics — and even if a serious deadlock ensues, the situation still may work in the military's favor.
06/11/15 03:29 from Full Feed
The turbulence in the wake of the recent elections may offer the Turkish military opportunities to return to politics — and even if a serious deadlock ensues, the situation still may work in the military's favor.
» Gaza's ice cream industry melts
06/11/15 03:21 from Full Feed
Although ice cream is popular among Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, local ice cream shops struggle to sustain themselves under Israel's blockade and Hamas' law on imported goods.
06/11/15 03:21 from Full Feed
Although ice cream is popular among Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, local ice cream shops struggle to sustain themselves under Israel's blockade and Hamas' law on imported goods.
» Artists help Syrian refugee women tell their stories
06/11/15 03:13 from Full Feed
Several artists have developed projects to highlight the lives of Syrian women in refugee camps, moving beyond the image of victimhood, as they are largely portrayed in the media.
06/11/15 03:13 from Full Feed
Several artists have developed projects to highlight the lives of Syrian women in refugee camps, moving beyond the image of victimhood, as they are largely portrayed in the media.
» UN envoy Mladenov: Absence of political process 'dangerous'
06/11/15 03:11 from Full Feed
In an interview with Al-Monitor, UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Nickolay Mladenov stressed the UN's commitment to supporting peace negotiations between Israel and Palestine.
06/11/15 03:11 from Full Feed
In an interview with Al-Monitor, UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Nickolay Mladenov stressed the UN's commitment to supporting peace negotiations between Israel and Palestine.
» Why Israelis should pay attention to the recent US Supreme Court decision
06/11/15 02:01 from Full Feed
The US Supreme Court's rejection of a petition for a Jerusalem-born American to be registered as born in Israel in his passport should make Israelis realize that the only way to gain international recognition of its capital is a compromi...
06/11/15 02:01 from Full Feed
The US Supreme Court's rejection of a petition for a Jerusalem-born American to be registered as born in Israel in his passport should make Israelis realize that the only way to gain international recognition of its capital is a compromi...
» Why Israelis should pay attention to recent US Supreme Court decision
06/11/15 02:01 from Full Feed
The US Supreme Court's rejection of a petition for a Jerusalem-born American to be registered as born in Israel in his passport should make Israelis realize that the only way to gain international recognition of its capital is a compromi...
06/11/15 02:01 from Full Feed
The US Supreme Court's rejection of a petition for a Jerusalem-born American to be registered as born in Israel in his passport should make Israelis realize that the only way to gain international recognition of its capital is a compromi...
» Egypt demolishes Mubarak’s party headquarters
05/11/15 21:59 from Full Feed
The Egyptian government ordered the demolition of the National Democratic Party’s headquarters in the center of Cairo, despite criticism as the building is considered part of Egypt’s architectural history.
05/11/15 21:59 from Full Feed
The Egyptian government ordered the demolition of the National Democratic Party’s headquarters in the center of Cairo, despite criticism as the building is considered part of Egypt’s architectural history.
» Iraqis demand better security for religious pilgrimages
05/11/15 21:20 from Full Feed
After vandals attacked Sunni properties in Adhamiya, Iraqis are calling for official regulation and organization of religious events to avoid sectarian violence.
05/11/15 21:20 from Full Feed
After vandals attacked Sunni properties in Adhamiya, Iraqis are calling for official regulation and organization of religious events to avoid sectarian violence.
» Gulf countries rake in billions in Ex-Im Bank subsidies
06/10/15 07:33 from Full Feed
Several Middle East nations are taking full advantage of a US export financing program whose loans and guarantees supporters say create American jobs and critics claim undermine the US economy. Scroll down to see our interactive table.
06/10/15 07:33 from Full Feed
Several Middle East nations are taking full advantage of a US export financing program whose loans and guarantees supporters say create American jobs and critics claim undermine the US economy. Scroll down to see our interactive table.
» Khomeini's supporters defend extravagant shrine
06/10/15 07:00 from Full Feed
Critics have assailed the apparent lavishness of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's shrine, saying he would have opposed the "palacelike" building.
06/10/15 07:00 from Full Feed
Critics have assailed the apparent lavishness of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's shrine, saying he would have opposed the "palacelike" building.
» Iran MP emerges as Instagram rabble-rouser
06/10/15 06:28 from Full Feed
Conservative Iranian parliament member Mehdi Koochakzadeh has taken to Instagram to attack his political rivals, attracting over 2,000 followers in just over a month.
06/10/15 06:28 from Full Feed
Conservative Iranian parliament member Mehdi Koochakzadeh has taken to Instagram to attack his political rivals, attracting over 2,000 followers in just over a month.
» The future of Turkey's Syria policy
06/10/15 06:11 from Full Feed
Election results have made Turkey’s current Syria policy hard to implement.
06/10/15 06:11 from Full Feed
Election results have made Turkey’s current Syria policy hard to implement.
» Lebanese surfers catch waves
06/10/15 05:05 from Full Feed
A small surfer community south of Beirut, Lebanon, not only has dreams of seeing Lebanon represented in international competition, but is also interested in preserving the environment.
06/10/15 05:05 from Full Feed
A small surfer community south of Beirut, Lebanon, not only has dreams of seeing Lebanon represented in international competition, but is also interested in preserving the environment.
» Tension rise between Amman, Ramallah
06/10/15 05:03 from Full Feed
Amman and Ramallah are not seeing eye to eye at the level of politics and coordination, threatening national unity in both Jordan and Palestine.
06/10/15 05:03 from Full Feed
Amman and Ramallah are not seeing eye to eye at the level of politics and coordination, threatening national unity in both Jordan and Palestine.
» Egypt’s Copts dig heels in over right to remarry
06/10/15 04:51 from Full Feed
Christian Copts are protesting, calling for their religious right to remarry and the necessity to expand the spectrum of the grounds for divorce that they believe the church should recognize.
06/10/15 04:51 from Full Feed
Christian Copts are protesting, calling for their religious right to remarry and the necessity to expand the spectrum of the grounds for divorce that they believe the church should recognize.
» Why Russia's Mideast agenda doesn't appeal to GCC
06/10/15 04:24 from Full Feed
Both Russia and the Gulf states have pursued divergent foreign policies for years, though some may be ready for an alliance.
06/10/15 04:24 from Full Feed
Both Russia and the Gulf states have pursued divergent foreign policies for years, though some may be ready for an alliance.
» Palestinian dance group keeps folk art alive
06/10/15 04:20 from Full Feed
El-Funoun is a dance troupe whose performances underscore the importance of Palestinian folk art while combining cultural authenticity and modernity — with the idea that art is a part of the revolutionary and popular movement against the...
06/10/15 04:20 from Full Feed
El-Funoun is a dance troupe whose performances underscore the importance of Palestinian folk art while combining cultural authenticity and modernity — with the idea that art is a part of the revolutionary and popular movement against the...
» Lebanese Christian leaders focus on need for president
06/10/15 03:32 from Full Feed
The visit of the Vatican's envoy to Lebanon coincided with a meeting between the country's top Christian leaders, Gen. Michel Aoun and Samir Geagea, who revealed a joint statement that could pave the way for a president to finally be ele...
06/10/15 03:32 from Full Feed
The visit of the Vatican's envoy to Lebanon coincided with a meeting between the country's top Christian leaders, Gen. Michel Aoun and Samir Geagea, who revealed a joint statement that could pave the way for a president to finally be ele...
» IS advances in northern Aleppo
06/10/15 03:15 from Full Feed
The towns and villages of northern Aleppo’s countryside have been witnessing heavy clashes between the Islamic State and rebel factions, while Syrian regime aircraft have bombed several sites, thus suggesting cooperation between the regi...
06/10/15 03:15 from Full Feed
The towns and villages of northern Aleppo’s countryside have been witnessing heavy clashes between the Islamic State and rebel factions, while Syrian regime aircraft have bombed several sites, thus suggesting cooperation between the regi...
» Netanyahu's 'autumn restart' plan
06/10/15 02:13 from Full Feed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants to reduce international pressure during the last 18 months of US President Barack Obama's term and will begin a diplomatic initiative to that end this autumn.
06/10/15 02:13 from Full Feed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants to reduce international pressure during the last 18 months of US President Barack Obama's term and will begin a diplomatic initiative to that end this autumn.
» New Turkish parliament to be more inclusive
06/10/15 01:07 from Full Feed
Following Turkey's general elections on June 7, Armenian, Syriac, Yazidi, Roma, Kurdish, and Alevi deputies are entering parliament, for the first time ever or after an extended absence.
06/10/15 01:07 from Full Feed
Following Turkey's general elections on June 7, Armenian, Syriac, Yazidi, Roma, Kurdish, and Alevi deputies are entering parliament, for the first time ever or after an extended absence.
» Ex-Obama adviser: Missile defense may avert GCC proliferation
06/09/15 10:59 from Full Feed
Retired Gen. James Cartwright, a former commander of US Strategic Command, says that missile defense could persuade Persian Gulf states to forswear nuclear weapons despite their concerns about an upcoming nuclear accord with Iran.
06/09/15 10:59 from Full Feed
Retired Gen. James Cartwright, a former commander of US Strategic Command, says that missile defense could persuade Persian Gulf states to forswear nuclear weapons despite their concerns about an upcoming nuclear accord with Iran.
» What's ahead for Saudi Arabia?
06/09/15 08:33 from Full Feed
Saudi's King Salman bin Abdul-Aziz Al Saud has made a number of crucial changes during his first months in power, from taking military and policy risks to a reshuffling of parliament.
06/09/15 08:33 from Full Feed
Saudi's King Salman bin Abdul-Aziz Al Saud has made a number of crucial changes during his first months in power, from taking military and policy risks to a reshuffling of parliament.
» Former Ahmadinejad vice president arrested
06/09/15 06:34 from Full Feed
Hamid Baghaei, former vice president for Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, is the second Ahmadinejad era Cabinet member to be arrested on alleged corruption charges.
06/09/15 06:34 from Full Feed
Hamid Baghaei, former vice president for Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, is the second Ahmadinejad era Cabinet member to be arrested on alleged corruption charges.
» The last of Iraq's hand-woven carpets
06/09/15 06:26 from Full Feed
Once an Iraqi trademark and a sought-after speciality, it seems like the handmade carpet industry in Iraq is drawing its last breath.
06/09/15 06:26 from Full Feed
Once an Iraqi trademark and a sought-after speciality, it seems like the handmade carpet industry in Iraq is drawing its last breath.
» Pro-government media blame 'external forces' for AKP’s loss
06/09/15 06:15 from Full Feed
Unable to accept defeat, journalists who supported Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the Justice and Development Party see foreign and domestic plots behind Sunday’s elections.
06/09/15 06:15 from Full Feed
Unable to accept defeat, journalists who supported Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the Justice and Development Party see foreign and domestic plots behind Sunday’s elections.
» Diyarbakir celebrates after HDP election breakthrough
06/09/15 05:59 from Full Feed
The historic Kurdish breakthrough in Turkey’s parliamentary elections sparks boisterous celebrations across the southeast and boosts hopes for a negotiated settlement of Kurdish grievances.
06/09/15 05:59 from Full Feed
The historic Kurdish breakthrough in Turkey’s parliamentary elections sparks boisterous celebrations across the southeast and boosts hopes for a negotiated settlement of Kurdish grievances.
» Will Israel’s Erez crossing supersede Rafah?
06/09/15 02:58 from Full Feed
It looks like Israel is allowing more people to cross into the West Bank from Gaza through the Erez crossing, which has raised questions about the possibility of the Erez crossing replacing the Rafah crossing.
06/09/15 02:58 from Full Feed
It looks like Israel is allowing more people to cross into the West Bank from Gaza through the Erez crossing, which has raised questions about the possibility of the Erez crossing replacing the Rafah crossing.
» Likud MK: Any concession could empower Hamas
06/09/15 01:50 from Full Feed
In an interview with Al-Monitor, newly elected Likud Knesset member Yoav Kish argues that any territorial concession under current circumstances will end up with Islamic extremists taking control of that land.
06/09/15 01:50 from Full Feed
In an interview with Al-Monitor, newly elected Likud Knesset member Yoav Kish argues that any territorial concession under current circumstances will end up with Islamic extremists taking control of that land.
» Street vendors expelled from downtown Cairo
06/09/15 01:16 from Full Feed
Authorities in Egypt are clamping down on street vendors, imposing fines and expelling them to spaces outside the main commercial areas in cities.
06/09/15 01:16 from Full Feed
Authorities in Egypt are clamping down on street vendors, imposing fines and expelling them to spaces outside the main commercial areas in cities.
» Anti-boycott call rings hollow as village awaits demolition
05/09/15 22:27 from Full Feed
Israeli plans to demolish the Palestinian village of Susiya and other similar acts will not generate support for the government's campaign to stanch the growing movement to boycott settlement products and in some cases products made in I...
05/09/15 22:27 from Full Feed
Israeli plans to demolish the Palestinian village of Susiya and other similar acts will not generate support for the government's campaign to stanch the growing movement to boycott settlement products and in some cases products made in I...
» Ultra-Orthodox protest businesses open on Sabbath
06/08/15 09:27 from Full Feed
The ultra-Orthodox sector is rallying thousands of consumers in its battle against businesses that operate on Saturdays.
06/08/15 09:27 from Full Feed
The ultra-Orthodox sector is rallying thousands of consumers in its battle against businesses that operate on Saturdays.
» South African Jews, not Israel, suffer from boycott
06/08/15 09:12 from Full Feed
The BDS movement has been active in South Africa for years, but it's the local Jewish community, not Israel-South Africa bilateral trade relations, that are paying the price of the boycott calls.
06/08/15 09:12 from Full Feed
The BDS movement has been active in South Africa for years, but it's the local Jewish community, not Israel-South Africa bilateral trade relations, that are paying the price of the boycott calls.
» Former Iran ambassador: Saudis must accept Houthis
06/08/15 07:47 from Full Feed
In an interview with Al-Monitor, Seyed Ali Asghar Ghoreishi, former Iranian ambassador to Yemen, discussed the nature of Iran's support for the Houthis, elements necessary to end the fighting in Yemen and the possibility of extremist gro...
06/08/15 07:47 from Full Feed
In an interview with Al-Monitor, Seyed Ali Asghar Ghoreishi, former Iranian ambassador to Yemen, discussed the nature of Iran's support for the Houthis, elements necessary to end the fighting in Yemen and the possibility of extremist gro...
» Is Hamas preparing for long-term truce with Israel?
06/08/15 06:46 from Full Feed
Hamas’ military wing, Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, has been implementing a series of military measures signifying a possible truce with Israel, but is not ruling out the possibility of a deadly confrontation.
06/08/15 06:46 from Full Feed
Hamas’ military wing, Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, has been implementing a series of military measures signifying a possible truce with Israel, but is not ruling out the possibility of a deadly confrontation.
» Rouhani: Saving environment starts with sanctions removal
06/08/15 06:31 from Full Feed
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has been criticized for linking possible help for the country's environmental problems with sanctions relief from a nuclear deal.
06/08/15 06:31 from Full Feed
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has been criticized for linking possible help for the country's environmental problems with sanctions relief from a nuclear deal.
» Why didn’t Netanyahu attack Iran?
06/08/15 05:49 from Full Feed
This week it was disclosed that there was a serious disagreement between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the heads of the security apparatus in 2010, when Netanyahu considered attacking Iran.
06/08/15 05:49 from Full Feed
This week it was disclosed that there was a serious disagreement between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the heads of the security apparatus in 2010, when Netanyahu considered attacking Iran.
» Egyptian prisoner renounces his nationality to escape sentence
06/08/15 05:02 from Full Feed
Prisoner Mohammed Sultan renounced his Egyptian nationality to escape a jail sentence, which stirred many questions about the law on the extradition of prisoners.
06/08/15 05:02 from Full Feed
Prisoner Mohammed Sultan renounced his Egyptian nationality to escape a jail sentence, which stirred many questions about the law on the extradition of prisoners.
» Eastern patriarchs meet in Damascus
06/08/15 04:44 from Full Feed
The Eastern patriarchs met in Damascus on June 8 to discuss the Christians’ situation in the region, following coordinating efforts between Lebanese Maronite Patriarch Bechara al-Rai and the Vatican, and Greek Orthodox Patriarch John X Y...
06/08/15 04:44 from Full Feed
The Eastern patriarchs met in Damascus on June 8 to discuss the Christians’ situation in the region, following coordinating efforts between Lebanese Maronite Patriarch Bechara al-Rai and the Vatican, and Greek Orthodox Patriarch John X Y...
» Catwalk becomes catfight on Turkish TV
06/08/15 04:02 from Full Feed
A fashion-themed reality show, marked by slanging matches between contestants and jury members, has broken rating records in Turkey.
06/08/15 04:02 from Full Feed
A fashion-themed reality show, marked by slanging matches between contestants and jury members, has broken rating records in Turkey.
» Islamic State releases first Turkish publication
06/08/15 03:59 from Full Feed
Pro-Islamic State groups ramp up their propaganda in Turkey and issue their first online periodical.
06/08/15 03:59 from Full Feed
Pro-Islamic State groups ramp up their propaganda in Turkey and issue their first online periodical.
» Israel's Gaza disengagement legacy
06/08/15 03:57 from Full Feed
Israel's disengagement from Gaza should not be perceived as a disaster but as a first step amid many more that guarantee Israel's Jewish majority.
06/08/15 03:57 from Full Feed
Israel's disengagement from Gaza should not be perceived as a disaster but as a first step amid many more that guarantee Israel's Jewish majority.
» Radical Islamists add to Hamas' burden
06/08/15 03:39 from Full Feed
On top of its many other security and political challenges, Hamas is also dealing with the radical Islamist elements in Gaza that are firing rockets at Israel while Hamas struggles to maintain a cease-fire agreement.
06/08/15 03:39 from Full Feed
On top of its many other security and political challenges, Hamas is also dealing with the radical Islamist elements in Gaza that are firing rockets at Israel while Hamas struggles to maintain a cease-fire agreement.
» IS growing in numbers, money
06/08/15 02:18 from Full Feed
The Islamic State is gaining in influence while those opposing it search in vain for ways to counter the extremist organization.
06/08/15 02:18 from Full Feed
The Islamic State is gaining in influence while those opposing it search in vain for ways to counter the extremist organization.
» Dramatic images at Turkish border as Syrians flee ISIL
15/06/15 12:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey has once again opened its border to Syrian refugees amid a fresh influx of thousands of people, including women and children. Photos taken today at the border show the ongoing tragedy
15/06/15 12:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey has once again opened its border to Syrian refugees amid a fresh influx of thousands of people, including women and children. Photos taken today at the border show the ongoing tragedy
» Council of Europe advisory body concerned about suspension, arrest of two Turkish judges
15/06/15 12:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
An advisory body of the Council of Europe (CoE) has expressed grave concerns about the suspension and arrest of two Turkish judges allegedly linked to the Gülen movement, in a statement issued after letters were sent to it by the two jud...
15/06/15 12:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
An advisory body of the Council of Europe (CoE) has expressed grave concerns about the suspension and arrest of two Turkish judges allegedly linked to the Gülen movement, in a statement issued after letters were sent to it by the two jud...
» Syrian border crisis on cabinet agenda
15/06/15 12:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of people have poured over Syria’s border to Turkey, fleeing a battle between Kurdish forces and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) near the border town of Tal Abyad, prompting close attention from Turkey’s cabinet.
15/06/15 12:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of people have poured over Syria’s border to Turkey, fleeing a battle between Kurdish forces and the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) near the border town of Tal Abyad, prompting close attention from Turkey’s cabinet.
» Top judicial officials of corruption probe to be tried in Supreme Court
15/06/15 12:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
Two prosecutors and a judge who initiated Turkey’s biggest corruption investigation will be tried in the Supreme Court of Appeals as an Istanbul court decided on June 15 to send their indictments to the top court.
15/06/15 12:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
Two prosecutors and a judge who initiated Turkey’s biggest corruption investigation will be tried in the Supreme Court of Appeals as an Istanbul court decided on June 15 to send their indictments to the top court.
» Sport - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 14:00GMT
15/06/15 11:48 from PressTV Media RSS
Sport - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 14:00GMT
15/06/15 11:48 from PressTV Media RSS
Sport - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 14:00GMT
» Nuclear disarmament, not US policy: Activist
15/06/15 11:47 from PressTV Media RSS
An activist says US geopolitical and military doctrine is to expand NATO and surround Russian territory so nuclear disarmament is not its policy.
15/06/15 11:47 from PressTV Media RSS
An activist says US geopolitical and military doctrine is to expand NATO and surround Russian territory so nuclear disarmament is not its policy.
» Our Com.unity
15/06/15 11:44 from The Times of Israel
A new socially-oriented tech incubator is building apps to help the elderly.
15/06/15 11:44 from The Times of Israel
A new socially-oriented tech incubator is building apps to help the elderly.
» UN's Syria envoy in Damascus to settle crisis
15/06/15 11:42 from PressTV Media RSS
The UN special envoy to Syria arrives in Damascus for talks with the country's officials.
15/06/15 11:42 from PressTV Media RSS
The UN special envoy to Syria arrives in Damascus for talks with the country's officials.
» Iranian culture in Ankara
15/06/15 11:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish capital of Ankara will be hosting Iranian culture and arts events, organized by Professor Alaybey Karoğlu, painter Orhan Doğru and Iranian artist Emir Afşani with the support of the Iranian Embassy in Ankara.
15/06/15 11:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish capital of Ankara will be hosting Iranian culture and arts events, organized by Professor Alaybey Karoğlu, painter Orhan Doğru and Iranian artist Emir Afşani with the support of the Iranian Embassy in Ankara.
» Warmth of a traditional Ramadan
15/06/15 11:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul’s AzzuR Restaurant will offer a distinctive fast-breaking (iftar) buffet highlighting the rich heritage of Turkish and Ottoman cuisine to the accompaniment of live “fasıl” music for Ramadan between June 18 and Ju...
15/06/15 11:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul’s AzzuR Restaurant will offer a distinctive fast-breaking (iftar) buffet highlighting the rich heritage of Turkish and Ottoman cuisine to the accompaniment of live “fasıl” music for Ramadan between June 18 and Ju...
» The Magna Carta’s very Jewish underpinnings
15/06/15 11:25 from The Times of Israel
800 years after its signing, a look at the Jewish clauses in the document widely praised as the foundation for enshrining civil liberties
15/06/15 11:25 from The Times of Israel
800 years after its signing, a look at the Jewish clauses in the document widely praised as the foundation for enshrining civil liberties
» Israel PM compares boycott campaign with Nazi brutality
15/06/15 11:23 from PressTV Media RSS
Israel says the boycott campaign it faces equals the suffering imposed on the Jews during the Nazi rule.
15/06/15 11:23 from PressTV Media RSS
Israel says the boycott campaign it faces equals the suffering imposed on the Jews during the Nazi rule.
» 16 suspects appear in court in Ermenek mine disaster case
15/06/15 11:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
The first court hearing in the case filed over the Ermenek mine disaster, which left 18 miners dead late last year in the Ermenek district of the Central Anatolian province of Karaman, was held on June 15 with 16 defendants.
15/06/15 11:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
The first court hearing in the case filed over the Ermenek mine disaster, which left 18 miners dead late last year in the Ermenek district of the Central Anatolian province of Karaman, was held on June 15 with 16 defendants.
» Police clash with protesters as Kafr Kanna house razed again
15/06/15 11:21 from The Times of Israel
Interior Ministry tears down permitless home for the second time in two months, after it was rebuilt by villagers
15/06/15 11:21 from The Times of Israel
Interior Ministry tears down permitless home for the second time in two months, after it was rebuilt by villagers
» Scots tell UK Conservatives to stop ‘playing games’ with Scotland
15/06/15 11:20 from PressTV Media RSS
Scots tell British Conservatives to stop ‘playing games’ with Scotland.
15/06/15 11:20 from PressTV Media RSS
Scots tell British Conservatives to stop ‘playing games’ with Scotland.
» IDF Northern Command chief: We are busy with Hezbollah in Syria
15/06/15 11:19 from JPost.com - Front Page
Maj.-Gen. Aviv Kochavi says northern sector changing rapidly, "and we must know how to change."
15/06/15 11:19 from JPost.com - Front Page
Maj.-Gen. Aviv Kochavi says northern sector changing rapidly, "and we must know how to change."
» Full News - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 12:00GMT
15/06/15 11:17 from PressTV Media RSS
Full News - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 12:00GMT
15/06/15 11:17 from PressTV Media RSS
Full News - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 12:00GMT
» Spanish councilman who favored burning of Jews resigns as cultural head
15/06/15 11:11 from JPost.com - Front Page
Zapata, who was sworn in on Saturday, tweeted in 2011 “How do you fit five million Jews in a SEAT 600 [a Spanish automobile]? In the ashtray.”
15/06/15 11:11 from JPost.com - Front Page
Zapata, who was sworn in on Saturday, tweeted in 2011 “How do you fit five million Jews in a SEAT 600 [a Spanish automobile]? In the ashtray.”
» Amnesty criticizes 'shameful failure' in refugee crisis handling
15/06/15 11:10 from PressTV Media RSS
Amnesty International says the international community's handling of refugee crisis has been a 'shameful failure.'
15/06/15 11:10 from PressTV Media RSS
Amnesty International says the international community's handling of refugee crisis has been a 'shameful failure.'
» UK marks 800th anniversary of Magna Carta
15/06/15 11:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth led celebrations June 14 to mark 800 years since the sealing of the Magna Carta, one of the world’s most significant historical documents and credited with paving the way for modern freedoms and human rights.
15/06/15 11:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth led celebrations June 14 to mark 800 years since the sealing of the Magna Carta, one of the world’s most significant historical documents and credited with paving the way for modern freedoms and human rights.
» Sexual frustration pushing young Muslims in UK to join ISIS, new film suggests
15/06/15 11:06 from JPost.com - Front Page
Director Deeyah Khan's film, Exposure: Jihad, features interviews with young Muslims who have been drawn in by jihadi groups such as ISIS.
15/06/15 11:06 from JPost.com - Front Page
Director Deeyah Khan's film, Exposure: Jihad, features interviews with young Muslims who have been drawn in by jihadi groups such as ISIS.
» News in Brief - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 11:30GMT
15/06/15 11:05 from PressTV Media RSS
News in Brief - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 11:30GMT
15/06/15 11:05 from PressTV Media RSS
News in Brief - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 11:30GMT
» Dutch stall on survey showing anti-Semitism in Muslim youth
15/06/15 10:52 from The Times of Israel
Social Affairs Ministry spokesman says that report needs ‘clarification,’ but does not elaborate
15/06/15 10:52 from The Times of Israel
Social Affairs Ministry spokesman says that report needs ‘clarification,’ but does not elaborate
» George Galloway announces bid for London mayor
15/06/15 10:51 from The Times of Israel
Ex-British MP who called for ‘Israel-free zone’ says he will be leader for all, ‘not just those dripping in gold’
15/06/15 10:51 from The Times of Israel
Ex-British MP who called for ‘Israel-free zone’ says he will be leader for all, ‘not just those dripping in gold’
» Spanish Jews demand official’s dismissal over Holocaust joke
15/06/15 10:51 from The Times of Israel
‘How do you fit five million Jews into a 600 [car]? In the ashtray,’ new Madrid councilman wrote on Twitter
15/06/15 10:51 from The Times of Israel
‘How do you fit five million Jews into a 600 [car]? In the ashtray,’ new Madrid councilman wrote on Twitter
» Russia gives coordinates for new pipeline to Turkey: Minister
15/06/15 10:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia’s Gazprom gave Turkey the necessary coordinates for the planned Turkish Stream natural gas pipeline last week, Turkish Energy Minister Taner Yıldız has told reporters.
15/06/15 10:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia’s Gazprom gave Turkey the necessary coordinates for the planned Turkish Stream natural gas pipeline last week, Turkish Energy Minister Taner Yıldız has told reporters.
» Lawmaker says UN panel showed ‘ignorance’ of Gaza conflict
15/06/15 10:47 from The Times of Israel
Former head of regional council near Gaza who testified before the committee tells of ‘enormous gap’ between ‘what they know and the truth’
15/06/15 10:47 from The Times of Israel
Former head of regional council near Gaza who testified before the committee tells of ‘enormous gap’ between ‘what they know and the truth’
» Bashir flying back home after AU summit in South Africa
15/06/15 10:44 from PressTV Media RSS
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir is flying home from South Africa, despite a court ordering his arrest.
15/06/15 10:44 from PressTV Media RSS
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir is flying home from South Africa, despite a court ordering his arrest.
» Bashir arrives home after AU summit in South Africa
15/06/15 10:44 from PressTV Media RSS
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir arrives home from South Africa, despite a court ordering his arrest.
15/06/15 10:44 from PressTV Media RSS
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir arrives home from South Africa, despite a court ordering his arrest.
» Police detain 21 in probe into civil service exam ‘fraud’
15/06/15 10:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish police on June 15 detained 21 suspects as part of an investigation into the fraud allegations concerning a 2010 nationwide civil service recruitment exam.
15/06/15 10:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish police on June 15 detained 21 suspects as part of an investigation into the fraud allegations concerning a 2010 nationwide civil service recruitment exam.
» Deputy health minister threatens doctors who will refuse to force-feed security prisoners
15/06/15 10:40 from JPost.com - Front Page
Litzman denounces IMA chirman for saying association would tell its medical professionals not to force feed hunger strikers in Israeli jails, day after cabinet okays bill in implement such measures.
15/06/15 10:40 from JPost.com - Front Page
Litzman denounces IMA chirman for saying association would tell its medical professionals not to force feed hunger strikers in Israeli jails, day after cabinet okays bill in implement such measures.
» IDF's Cyber Defense units 'simulate attack on alien threat'
15/06/15 10:39 from JPost.com - Front Page
The units were asked to launch mock attacks on the 'alien' communication networks, defenses, and attack capabilities.
15/06/15 10:39 from JPost.com - Front Page
The units were asked to launch mock attacks on the 'alien' communication networks, defenses, and attack capabilities.
» Palestine must take Israel crime cases to ICC: Academic
15/06/15 10:37 from PressTV Media RSS
An academic says the Palestinian Authority must take Israel crime cases to the ICC and to show the Israeli atrocities.
15/06/15 10:37 from PressTV Media RSS
An academic says the Palestinian Authority must take Israel crime cases to the ICC and to show the Israeli atrocities.
» UN’s Ban urges two-week Yemen truce
15/06/15 10:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The head of the United Nations opened peace talks on Yemen on June 15 with a call for a humanitarian ceasefire, saying the country was on the verge of a collapse that the Middle East could not withstand.
15/06/15 10:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The head of the United Nations opened peace talks on Yemen on June 15 with a call for a humanitarian ceasefire, saying the country was on the verge of a collapse that the Middle East could not withstand.
» Seventeen killed in battles near Iraq’s Baiji refinery
15/06/15 10:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Seventeen people were killed in Iraq on June 15 in clashes between Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) militants and pro-government forces in a town close to the country’s biggest refinery, a focal point in efforts to counter the...
15/06/15 10:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Seventeen people were killed in Iraq on June 15 in clashes between Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) militants and pro-government forces in a town close to the country’s biggest refinery, a focal point in efforts to counter the...
» Over 50,000 lawyers to vote for Bar Association leaders
15/06/15 10:31 from JPost.com - Front Page
Relations with courts, structure of law councils in balance; 'Post' speaks to the candidates.
15/06/15 10:31 from JPost.com - Front Page
Relations with courts, structure of law councils in balance; 'Post' speaks to the candidates.
» Sudan’s Bashir flies out of S. Africa, defying court order
15/06/15 10:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir flew out of South Africa on June 15, dodging a court order for him to stay as judges weighed up whether he should be arrested over alleged war crimes and genocide.
15/06/15 10:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir flew out of South Africa on June 15, dodging a court order for him to stay as judges weighed up whether he should be arrested over alleged war crimes and genocide.
» Turkish university student detained over retweeting Erdoğan ‘insult’
15/06/15 10:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
A university student in western Turkey has been detained for retweeting a phrase “insulting” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Twitter
15/06/15 10:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
A university student in western Turkey has been detained for retweeting a phrase “insulting” President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Twitter
» Netanyahu rallies to show powerful hold over Likud
15/06/15 10:27 from The Times of Israel
A challenge to the PM turned into a dramatic show of force, as disparate factions showed how profoundly the party has been shaped, and held together, by its leader
15/06/15 10:27 from The Times of Israel
A challenge to the PM turned into a dramatic show of force, as disparate factions showed how profoundly the party has been shaped, and held together, by its leader
» Terminator targets Israeli driving app
15/06/15 10:27 from The Times of Israel
Arnold Schwarzenegger provides voice commands for Waze navigation software
15/06/15 10:27 from The Times of Israel
Arnold Schwarzenegger provides voice commands for Waze navigation software
» The Lite - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 9:00GMT
15/06/15 10:24 from PressTV Media RSS
The Lite - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 9:00GMT
15/06/15 10:24 from PressTV Media RSS
The Lite - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 9:00GMT
» Court postpones Soma mine disaster trial
15/06/15 10:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
The trial into Turkey’s deadliest mining disaster was postponed by one day on June 15, with the court ruling that there is a conflict of interests between the suspects and they should be represented by different lawyers.
15/06/15 10:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
The trial into Turkey’s deadliest mining disaster was postponed by one day on June 15, with the court ruling that there is a conflict of interests between the suspects and they should be represented by different lawyers.
» Syrian chef becomes star in Gaza after fleeing civil war
15/06/15 10:20 from Middle East
'I had to choose whether to ride the death boats to Europe, with an uncertain future, or go to Gaza on the advice of some Palestinian friends,' Wareef Hameedo said. Against the odds, he chose Gaza.
15/06/15 10:20 from Middle East
'I had to choose whether to ride the death boats to Europe, with an uncertain future, or go to Gaza on the advice of some Palestinian friends,' Wareef Hameedo said. Against the odds, he chose Gaza.
» Syrian Kurds retake major road to Tel Abyad
15/06/15 10:19 from PressTV Media RSS
Syrian Kurdish fighters seize control of a major road to the border town of Tel Abyad.
15/06/15 10:19 from PressTV Media RSS
Syrian Kurdish fighters seize control of a major road to the border town of Tel Abyad.
» Top 5 - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 09:00GMT
15/06/15 10:18 from PressTV Media RSS
Top 5 - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 09:00GMT
15/06/15 10:18 from PressTV Media RSS
Top 5 - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 09:00GMT
» 40 foreign suicide bombers a month enter Iraq: PM
15/06/15 10:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Around 40 foreign suicide bombers enter Iraq each month, Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi said on June 15, calling for countries in the region to curb the flow of foreign fighters.
15/06/15 10:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Around 40 foreign suicide bombers enter Iraq each month, Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi said on June 15, calling for countries in the region to curb the flow of foreign fighters.
» Ex-UK official urges abolition of compulsory worship in schools
15/06/15 10:15 from PressTV Media RSS
A former UK minister calls for the abolition of compulsory worship in schools.
15/06/15 10:15 from PressTV Media RSS
A former UK minister calls for the abolition of compulsory worship in schools.
» Museum décor turns into wish tree
15/06/15 10:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
A dry tree branch, which was placed in the newly opened Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum for decorative purposes, has been turned into a wish tree by local visitors.
15/06/15 10:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
A dry tree branch, which was placed in the newly opened Şanlıurfa Archaeology Museum for decorative purposes, has been turned into a wish tree by local visitors.
» Erdoğan attends ‘Ak troll’ wedding, chats with well-known suspect
15/06/15 10:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Erdoğan has attended the wedding of an infamous pro-government social media 'troll' and was photographed while chatting with a well-known criminal suspect
15/06/15 10:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Erdoğan has attended the wedding of an infamous pro-government social media 'troll' and was photographed while chatting with a well-known criminal suspect
» Obama becoming ‘lame duck’ president over trade deal
15/06/15 10:07 from PressTV Media RSS
US President Barack Obama is fighting to persuade Congress to pass a bill that would expand trade between the US and Pacific rim countries.
15/06/15 10:07 from PressTV Media RSS
US President Barack Obama is fighting to persuade Congress to pass a bill that would expand trade between the US and Pacific rim countries.
» Watch: Israel gets 'animated' about Gaza war coverage
15/06/15 10:04 from JPost.com - Front Page
Foreign Ministry takes a stab at the international media's coverage of the Palestinian enclave in a satirical, animated video.
15/06/15 10:04 from JPost.com - Front Page
Foreign Ministry takes a stab at the international media's coverage of the Palestinian enclave in a satirical, animated video.
» CIA broke own limits on human experimentation: Report
15/06/15 10:02 from PressTV Media RSS
The CIA has broken limits set in the agency's human-experimentation guidelines during torture of terrorism suspects, a document shows.
15/06/15 10:02 from PressTV Media RSS
The CIA has broken limits set in the agency's human-experimentation guidelines during torture of terrorism suspects, a document shows.
» Markets jittery as Greek crisis talks collapse
15/06/15 09:55 from PressTV Media RSS
Global stocks have fallen after aid-for-austerity talks between Greece and its creditors collapsed.
15/06/15 09:55 from PressTV Media RSS
Global stocks have fallen after aid-for-austerity talks between Greece and its creditors collapsed.
» Yair Lapid condemns forthcoming UN report as ‘born in sin’
15/06/15 09:55 from The Times of Israel
Yesh Atid leader says conclusions will be further evidence UN has ‘lost its mind'; Bennett: UN investigators ‘blinded by anti-Semitism’
15/06/15 09:55 from The Times of Israel
Yesh Atid leader says conclusions will be further evidence UN has ‘lost its mind'; Bennett: UN investigators ‘blinded by anti-Semitism’
» Swedish prosecutors ask to question Assange in June-July
15/06/15 09:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Swedish prosecutors said June 15 they had submitted a request to British and Ecuadorian authorities to question WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in London in June and July over rape allegations.
15/06/15 09:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Swedish prosecutors said June 15 they had submitted a request to British and Ecuadorian authorities to question WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange in London in June and July over rape allegations.
» Dutch government postpones release of survey showing anti-Semitism among Muslim youth
15/06/15 09:51 from JPost.com - Front Page
According to the findings, Israel invoked the least favorable reactions, with 13 percent of Christians expressing negative feelings as opposed to 62 percent of Muslims.
15/06/15 09:51 from JPost.com - Front Page
According to the findings, Israel invoked the least favorable reactions, with 13 percent of Christians expressing negative feelings as opposed to 62 percent of Muslims.
» Nuclear weapons states upgrade warheads despite disarmament
15/06/15 09:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nuclear armed states continue to upgrade their stockpiles despite an international trend towards disarmament, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reported June 15
15/06/15 09:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nuclear armed states continue to upgrade their stockpiles despite an international trend towards disarmament, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reported June 15
» ‘UK has incoherent approach to domestic violence’
15/06/15 09:44 from PressTV Media RSS
The UN says the UK has an incoherent approach to dealing with domestic violence.
15/06/15 09:44 from PressTV Media RSS
The UN says the UK has an incoherent approach to dealing with domestic violence.
» Spain FM sees 'real risk' of Greece eurozone exit
15/06/15 09:43 from PressTV Media RSS
Spain's foreign minister says Greece runs a 'real risk' of quitting eurozone.
15/06/15 09:43 from PressTV Media RSS
Spain's foreign minister says Greece runs a 'real risk' of quitting eurozone.
» Netanyahu seeks to whitewash war crimes in Gaza: Activist
15/06/15 09:40 from PressTV Media RSS
An activist says Netanyahu is worried about any kind of reports and seeks to whitewash completely what happened in Gaza.
15/06/15 09:40 from PressTV Media RSS
An activist says Netanyahu is worried about any kind of reports and seeks to whitewash completely what happened in Gaza.
» Japan PM Abe’s support lowest since 2012 amid doubts about security bills
15/06/15 09:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Support for Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s cabinet has fallen to the lowest level since he took office in 2012, to just over 40 percent, with nearly two-thirds of voters opposed to his muscular defense policy that would end a self-...
15/06/15 09:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Support for Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s cabinet has fallen to the lowest level since he took office in 2012, to just over 40 percent, with nearly two-thirds of voters opposed to his muscular defense policy that would end a self-...
» Pope accepts 2 US bishops resignation over sex abuse cover-up
15/06/15 09:36 from PressTV Media RSS
Pope Francis accepts the resignation of two US bishops who helped cover up a sex abuse scandal.
15/06/15 09:36 from PressTV Media RSS
Pope Francis accepts the resignation of two US bishops who helped cover up a sex abuse scandal.
» Israel blocks visit of UN human rights envoy
15/06/15 09:35 from The Times of Israel
UNHRC rapporteur Wibisono denied entry into country ahead of forthcoming report on war in Gaza last summer
15/06/15 09:35 from The Times of Israel
UNHRC rapporteur Wibisono denied entry into country ahead of forthcoming report on war in Gaza last summer
» Schabas: Both sides likely guilty of war crimes in Gaza conflict
15/06/15 09:34 from The Times of Israel
Former UN inquiry chief says it would be ‘unusual’ for only one warring party to violate international law
15/06/15 09:34 from The Times of Israel
Former UN inquiry chief says it would be ‘unusual’ for only one warring party to violate international law
» Egypt to keep Rafah crossing into Gaza open for another two days
15/06/15 09:32 from Middle East
Egypt opened the Rafah border crossing on Saturday for an initial three days to allow Palestinians to travel in and out of the territory for the first time in three months.
15/06/15 09:32 from Middle East
Egypt opened the Rafah border crossing on Saturday for an initial three days to allow Palestinians to travel in and out of the territory for the first time in three months.
» ‘Eating disorder patients risk lives in UK over NHS wait’
15/06/15 09:27 from PressTV Media RSS
Those suffering from eating disorders in Britain risk lives as they wait up to three years for NHS treatment.
15/06/15 09:27 from PressTV Media RSS
Those suffering from eating disorders in Britain risk lives as they wait up to three years for NHS treatment.
» Turkish government runs budget surplus in May
15/06/15 09:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey’s central government ran a budget surplus of 1.6 billion Turkish Liras ($588 billion) in May, the Finance Ministry reported in a statement on June 15.
15/06/15 09:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey’s central government ran a budget surplus of 1.6 billion Turkish Liras ($588 billion) in May, the Finance Ministry reported in a statement on June 15.
» Government runs budget surplus in May: Minister
15/06/15 09:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Despite the lower levels of economic growth than the targets, the country will meet its budgetary target of 2015, says Minister Mehmet Şimşek.
15/06/15 09:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Despite the lower levels of economic growth than the targets, the country will meet its budgetary target of 2015, says Minister Mehmet Şimşek.
» Saudi Arabia carries out its 100th beheading for the year
15/06/15 09:25 from Middle East
Murder and drug smuggling account for the bulk of executions in the kingdom, though rape, armed robbery and apostasy are also capital crimes.
15/06/15 09:25 from Middle East
Murder and drug smuggling account for the bulk of executions in the kingdom, though rape, armed robbery and apostasy are also capital crimes.
» Iran launches official matchmaking website in hopes that millions of singles will marry
15/06/15 09:15 from Middle East
Applicants are matched based on age, education, wealth and family background.
15/06/15 09:15 from Middle East
Applicants are matched based on age, education, wealth and family background.
» Top bosses to meet political party leaders in Ankara
15/06/15 09:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Board members of Turkey’s top business organization, the Turkish Industry and Business Association (TÜSİAD), will meet the heads of leading political parties on June 16-17 under the leadership of TÜSİAD head Cansen Başaran-Symes.
15/06/15 09:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Board members of Turkey’s top business organization, the Turkish Industry and Business Association (TÜSİAD), will meet the heads of leading political parties on June 16-17 under the leadership of TÜSİAD head Cansen Başaran-Symes.
» Analysis: Hezbollah and Israel's common interest in Syria
15/06/15 09:07 from JPost.com - Front Page
Israel is preparing for an emergency in which it will have to absorb tens of thousands of Druse refugees, or as a last resort use its air force to defend them.
15/06/15 09:07 from JPost.com - Front Page
Israel is preparing for an emergency in which it will have to absorb tens of thousands of Druse refugees, or as a last resort use its air force to defend them.
» International brand valuation company announces Turkey's most valuable brands
15/06/15 09:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Research by international brand valuation company Brand Finance designated Akbank Turkey's most valuable brand at $2.5 billion in brand value
15/06/15 09:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Research by international brand valuation company Brand Finance designated Akbank Turkey's most valuable brand at $2.5 billion in brand value
» Akbank named most valuable brand of Turkey
15/06/15 09:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Akbank, owned by Turkish Sabancı Holding, has been named the most valuable brand of Turkey in 2015 with more than $2.5 billion in brand value, according to a research by international brand valuation company Brand Finance.
15/06/15 09:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Akbank, owned by Turkish Sabancı Holding, has been named the most valuable brand of Turkey in 2015 with more than $2.5 billion in brand value, according to a research by international brand valuation company Brand Finance.
» Sudan’s Bashir flies out of South Africa, defying court order
15/06/15 09:04 from The Times of Israel
Human rights groups angry over hasty exit of the president, who is wanted for alleged war crimes dating back to 2003
15/06/15 09:04 from The Times of Israel
Human rights groups angry over hasty exit of the president, who is wanted for alleged war crimes dating back to 2003
» After fleeing Syria's war, chef becomes a star in Gaza
15/06/15 08:59 from JPost.com - Front Page
After opening "Soryana", Our Syria, in Gaza's upscale neighborhood , Wareef Hameedo will take on the small screen, with his own 30 part cooking series.
15/06/15 08:59 from JPost.com - Front Page
After opening "Soryana", Our Syria, in Gaza's upscale neighborhood , Wareef Hameedo will take on the small screen, with his own 30 part cooking series.
» 10 killed in explosions in northeast Nigeria
15/06/15 08:58 from PressTV Media RSS
Two explosions in northeastern Nigeria's Yobe State claim the lives of 10 people.
15/06/15 08:58 from PressTV Media RSS
Two explosions in northeastern Nigeria's Yobe State claim the lives of 10 people.
» 10 killed in bombing attacks in northeast Nigeria
15/06/15 08:58 from PressTV Media RSS
Two assailants attack separate locations in the northeastern Nigeria Yobe state, killing 10 people.
15/06/15 08:58 from PressTV Media RSS
Two assailants attack separate locations in the northeastern Nigeria Yobe state, killing 10 people.
» French PM: Muslims must reject anti-Semitism posing as anti-Zionism
15/06/15 08:49 from The Times of Israel
Manuel Valls says at meeting aimed at building ties with Muslim community that hate and extremism are ‘not Islam’
15/06/15 08:49 from The Times of Israel
Manuel Valls says at meeting aimed at building ties with Muslim community that hate and extremism are ‘not Islam’
» Iran sends official to Riyadh for Yemen talks
15/06/15 08:46 from PressTV Media RSS
An Iranian official arrives in Saudi Arabia to attend OIC talks on Yemen.
15/06/15 08:46 from PressTV Media RSS
An Iranian official arrives in Saudi Arabia to attend OIC talks on Yemen.
» Amnesty decries ‘shameful’ world response to refugee crisis
15/06/15 08:44 from The Times of Israel
More than 50 million people worldwide were forcibly displaced from their homes, 4 million in Syrian civil war alone
15/06/15 08:44 from The Times of Israel
More than 50 million people worldwide were forcibly displaced from their homes, 4 million in Syrian civil war alone
» Saudi Arabia opens $585 bln stock market to foreign investors
15/06/15 08:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Saudi Arabia’s stock market, valued at $585 billion, opened up to direct foreign investment for the first time on June 15, as the kingdom seeks an economic boost amid low global oil prices.
15/06/15 08:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Saudi Arabia’s stock market, valued at $585 billion, opened up to direct foreign investment for the first time on June 15, as the kingdom seeks an economic boost amid low global oil prices.
» Netanyahu expenses probe turns into criminal investigation
15/06/15 08:34 from JPost.com - Front Page
Earlier this year State Comptroller said Netanyahu family’s use of state funds could raise criminal issues.
15/06/15 08:34 from JPost.com - Front Page
Earlier this year State Comptroller said Netanyahu family’s use of state funds could raise criminal issues.
» Dining: Trattoria Haba
15/06/15 08:33 from JPost.com - Front Page
There is many a tasty treat at Trattoria Haba.
15/06/15 08:33 from JPost.com - Front Page
There is many a tasty treat at Trattoria Haba.
» Playing with love
15/06/15 08:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Jazz musician Peter Wertheimer will be feted in concert in Tel Aviv.
15/06/15 08:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Jazz musician Peter Wertheimer will be feted in concert in Tel Aviv.
» Putin upsets Erdoğan by making him wait for meeting: Report
15/06/15 08:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was visibly upset when his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin made him wait for several minutes for a recent meeting in Baku, a senior correspondent has reported in Russian daily Kommersant.
15/06/15 08:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was visibly upset when his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin made him wait for several minutes for a recent meeting in Baku, a senior correspondent has reported in Russian daily Kommersant.
» Syrian rebels accuse Kurds of ethnic cleansing
15/06/15 08:26 from The Times of Israel
Kurdish People’s Protection Units strongly deny charges leveled by opposition factions in war-torn country
15/06/15 08:26 from The Times of Israel
Kurdish People’s Protection Units strongly deny charges leveled by opposition factions in war-torn country
» Russia threatens to boost forces in West, says US aggression reminiscent of Cold War
15/06/15 08:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
Russian official quoted as saying US move to store heavy military equipment in the Baltics and eastern Europe would be "the most aggressive step by the Pentagon and NATO" since the Cold War.
15/06/15 08:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
Russian official quoted as saying US move to store heavy military equipment in the Baltics and eastern Europe would be "the most aggressive step by the Pentagon and NATO" since the Cold War.
» Relaxing at Israel’s marine reserves
15/06/15 08:21 from JPost.com - Front Page
The seashore is a great place to enjoy nature in the summer, since the pleasant sea breeze keeps temperatures low even when just a few meters inland it’s boiling.
15/06/15 08:21 from JPost.com - Front Page
The seashore is a great place to enjoy nature in the summer, since the pleasant sea breeze keeps temperatures low even when just a few meters inland it’s boiling.
» Father of HDP rally bombings suspect speaks out
15/06/15 08:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
The father of the suspect arrested over the charge of leading the twin blasts at the Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) rally in the southeastern province of Diyarbakır has spoken out on how his son had been deceived to join the Islamic Sta...
15/06/15 08:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
The father of the suspect arrested over the charge of leading the twin blasts at the Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) rally in the southeastern province of Diyarbakır has spoken out on how his son had been deceived to join the Islamic Sta...
» Old city chic
15/06/15 08:20 from JPost.com - Front Page
A look into a beautiful home in Jerusalem's Old City.
15/06/15 08:20 from JPost.com - Front Page
A look into a beautiful home in Jerusalem's Old City.
» Iranian cleric: Obama wants nuclear deal in order to become 'the hero of America'
15/06/15 08:18 from JPost.com - Front Page
Amad Khatami claims if nuclear deal does not pass, Obama will fall into crisis.
15/06/15 08:18 from JPost.com - Front Page
Amad Khatami claims if nuclear deal does not pass, Obama will fall into crisis.
» Hidden gems in the holy city — Part II
15/06/15 08:18 from JPost.com - Front Page
The capital’s forgotten corners are so plentiful that ‘In Jerusalem’ is offering a second set of highlights.
15/06/15 08:18 from JPost.com - Front Page
The capital’s forgotten corners are so plentiful that ‘In Jerusalem’ is offering a second set of highlights.
» A home in Kiryat Hayovel
15/06/15 08:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
After a city council haredi-Hitorerut kerfuffle, lone soldiers in Jerusalem finally have a place to call their own.
15/06/15 08:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
After a city council haredi-Hitorerut kerfuffle, lone soldiers in Jerusalem finally have a place to call their own.
» Ayatollah, ayatollah, make me a match
15/06/15 08:11 from The Times of Israel
With traditional methods for arranging marriages, Tehran hopes to help 11 million young singles find partners
15/06/15 08:11 from The Times of Israel
With traditional methods for arranging marriages, Tehran hopes to help 11 million young singles find partners
» JPost News: June 15, 2015
15/06/15 08:06 from JPost.com - Front Page
JPost.com brings you all the latest news on Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World.
15/06/15 08:06 from JPost.com - Front Page
JPost.com brings you all the latest news on Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World.
» Give your son, take the govt, Turkey's nationalist opposition leader tells Erdoğan
15/06/15 08:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has said his party could form a coalition with the Justice and Development Party (AKP) on condition that Turkey’s huge corruption cases, engulfing four former ministers and President...
15/06/15 08:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has said his party could form a coalition with the Justice and Development Party (AKP) on condition that Turkey’s huge corruption cases, engulfing four former ministers and President...
» Give up your son, take the govt, Turkey's nationalist opposition leader tells Erdoğan
15/06/15 08:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has said his party could form a coalition with the Justice and Development Party (AKP) on condition that Turkey’s huge corruption cases, engulfing four former ministers and President...
15/06/15 08:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has said his party could form a coalition with the Justice and Development Party (AKP) on condition that Turkey’s huge corruption cases, engulfing four former ministers and President...
» Were you religious once?
15/06/15 08:02 from The Times of Israel
How do you recognize a fellow formerly Orthodox Jew? There are clues involving tattoos, pork and shaving
15/06/15 08:02 from The Times of Israel
How do you recognize a fellow formerly Orthodox Jew? There are clues involving tattoos, pork and shaving
» Eco-friendly art
15/06/15 08:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Beauty and utility lurk in discarded wood pallets.
15/06/15 08:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Beauty and utility lurk in discarded wood pallets.
» Theater of the absurd
15/06/15 08:00 from The Times of Israel
Israel’s culture wars reach new heights as an actor calls Likud voters ‘cud-chewing cattle’
15/06/15 08:00 from The Times of Israel
Israel’s culture wars reach new heights as an actor calls Likud voters ‘cud-chewing cattle’
» As war report looms, UN envoy blocked from Gaza
15/06/15 07:55 from PressTV Media RSS
Israel blocks the UN rights envoy from Gaza as the world body is to report on the Israeli war.
15/06/15 07:55 from PressTV Media RSS
Israel blocks the UN rights envoy from Gaza as the world body is to report on the Israeli war.
» Post-quake Nepal reopens heritage sites amid safety worries
15/06/15 07:46 from The Times of Israel
Quake-ravaged south Asian country hopes to lure back tourists, but UNESCO warns temples unstable
15/06/15 07:46 from The Times of Israel
Quake-ravaged south Asian country hopes to lure back tourists, but UNESCO warns temples unstable
» Post-quake Nepal reopens heritage sites despite safety worries
15/06/15 07:46 from The Times of Israel
Quake-ravaged south Asian country hopes to lure back tourists, but UNESCO warns temples unstable
15/06/15 07:46 from The Times of Israel
Quake-ravaged south Asian country hopes to lure back tourists, but UNESCO warns temples unstable
» ‘Almost half of Britons oppose receiving refugees’
15/06/15 07:29 from PressTV Media RSS
A new poll shows nearly half of Brits are against receiving more refugees.
15/06/15 07:29 from PressTV Media RSS
A new poll shows nearly half of Brits are against receiving more refugees.
» Middle East Updates / Yemen FM: Open to discussing ceasefire if Houthis withdraw
15/06/15 07:25 from Middle East
At least 17 killed in clashes with ISIS near Baiji refinery in Iraq; 3 Tunisian police officers killed in clashes with Islamists; Libyan Islamist denies death of Al-Qaida-linked leader Belmokhtar
15/06/15 07:25 from Middle East
At least 17 killed in clashes with ISIS near Baiji refinery in Iraq; 3 Tunisian police officers killed in clashes with Islamists; Libyan Islamist denies death of Al-Qaida-linked leader Belmokhtar
» Middle East Updates / Syrian Kurds seize major road, encircle ISIS-held town
15/06/15 07:25 from Middle East
Yemen FM: Open to discussing ceasefire if Houthis withdraw; Libyan Islamist denies death of Al-Qaida-linked leader Belmokhtar
15/06/15 07:25 from Middle East
Yemen FM: Open to discussing ceasefire if Houthis withdraw; Libyan Islamist denies death of Al-Qaida-linked leader Belmokhtar
» Israeli Druze send NIS 10m for arms to Syrian brethren under fire
15/06/15 07:23 from The Times of Israel
Donations, including from Jews, transferred through Jordan; Israeli Druze lawmaker invokes Holocaust in explaining why world must help minority protect itself
15/06/15 07:23 from The Times of Israel
Donations, including from Jews, transferred through Jordan; Israeli Druze lawmaker invokes Holocaust in explaining why world must help minority protect itself
» The resurgence of Jewish life in Poland
15/06/15 07:21 from JPost.com - Front Page
“Jewish life in Poland is thriving in a way that you won’t see anywhere else in Europe,” said Jonathan Ornstein, director of the Jewish Community Center in Krakow.
15/06/15 07:21 from JPost.com - Front Page
“Jewish life in Poland is thriving in a way that you won’t see anywhere else in Europe,” said Jonathan Ornstein, director of the Jewish Community Center in Krakow.
» Schools reopen as South Korea seeks normality amid MERS outbreak
15/06/15 07:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of South Korean schools that were shut to stop the spread of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) reopened on June 15 as the country sought to return to normal, nearly four weeks into an outbreak that shows signs of slowing.
15/06/15 07:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of South Korean schools that were shut to stop the spread of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) reopened on June 15 as the country sought to return to normal, nearly four weeks into an outbreak that shows signs of slowing.
» Saudi stake in Iran firm under scrutiny
15/06/15 07:08 from PressTV Media RSS
A Saudi food producer’s domination of the Iranian market for a basic staple is raising hackles in the Persian country, prompting the company’s local partners to deny rumors that it was linked to ISIL terrorists.
15/06/15 07:08 from PressTV Media RSS
A Saudi food producer’s domination of the Iranian market for a basic staple is raising hackles in the Persian country, prompting the company’s local partners to deny rumors that it was linked to ISIL terrorists.
» Algerian jihadist Belmokhtar killed in US strike: Libya's recognised govt
15/06/15 07:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Notorious Algerian jihadist Mokhtar Belmokhtar has been killed in a US airstrike in Libya, the strife-torn country's internationally recognised government said in a statement June 14
15/06/15 07:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Notorious Algerian jihadist Mokhtar Belmokhtar has been killed in a US airstrike in Libya, the strife-torn country's internationally recognised government said in a statement June 14
» Israel bars UN envoy from country
15/06/15 07:06 from The Times of Israel
UN special rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories Makarim Wibisono was also turned away last year
15/06/15 07:06 from The Times of Israel
UN special rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories Makarim Wibisono was also turned away last year
» ‘Obama would hold tough view on any Israeli government’
15/06/15 07:06 from The Times of Israel
Speaking at W. Bank conference, ex-envoy to DC laments situation where one ally does not recognize another’s capital
15/06/15 07:06 from The Times of Israel
Speaking at W. Bank conference, ex-envoy to DC laments situation where one ally does not recognize another’s capital
» Obama would be tough on any Israeli government, says ex-envoy to US
15/06/15 07:06 from The Times of Israel
Speaking at W. Bank conference, Michael Oren laments situation where one ally does not recognize another’s capital
15/06/15 07:06 from The Times of Israel
Speaking at W. Bank conference, Michael Oren laments situation where one ally does not recognize another’s capital
» Netanyahu steps up attacks on UN Human Rights Council before it releases Gaza report
15/06/15 07:04 from JPost.com - Front Page
PM meets with visiting Polish FM Grzegorz Schetyna.
15/06/15 07:04 from JPost.com - Front Page
PM meets with visiting Polish FM Grzegorz Schetyna.
» Airbus increases 20-year jet demand forecast
15/06/15 07:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Planemaker Airbus increased its 20-year forecast for jet demand by nearly 4 percent on June 15, driven by growth in emerging markets in the Asia-Pacific region and China.
15/06/15 07:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Planemaker Airbus increased its 20-year forecast for jet demand by nearly 4 percent on June 15, driven by growth in emerging markets in the Asia-Pacific region and China.
» Turkish Airlines’ passenger numbers rise 8.7 percent in first five months
15/06/15 06:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
The total number of passengers carried by Turkish Airlines increased by 8.7 percent in the first five months of the year, rising to 23.2 million from 21.4 million in the same period of 2014.
15/06/15 06:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
The total number of passengers carried by Turkish Airlines increased by 8.7 percent in the first five months of the year, rising to 23.2 million from 21.4 million in the same period of 2014.
» More Turkish beaches awarded Blue Flag status
15/06/15 06:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey now boasts the second-largest number of beaches with “Blue Flag” certificates following a large rise this year, according to the Turkey Foundation for Environmental Education (TÜRÇEV).
15/06/15 06:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey now boasts the second-largest number of beaches with “Blue Flag” certificates following a large rise this year, according to the Turkey Foundation for Environmental Education (TÜRÇEV).
» Tehran hosts Persian literature conference
15/06/15 06:43 from PressTV Media RSS
The Iranian capital Tehran has hosted a conference on Persian literature to honor literary dignitaries from Iran and India.
15/06/15 06:43 from PressTV Media RSS
The Iranian capital Tehran has hosted a conference on Persian literature to honor literary dignitaries from Iran and India.
» Many dead in twin Chad bomb attacks: Police
15/06/15 06:42 from PressTV Media RSS
Many people are killed after two assailants blew themselves up outside police headquarters and academy in the capital of Chad.
15/06/15 06:42 from PressTV Media RSS
Many people are killed after two assailants blew themselves up outside police headquarters and academy in the capital of Chad.
» 23 killed in bombing attacks on Chad police buildings
15/06/15 06:42 from PressTV Media RSS
At least 23 people are killed and more than 100 others wounded in bomb attacks against two police buildings in N'Djamena, Chad.
15/06/15 06:42 from PressTV Media RSS
At least 23 people are killed and more than 100 others wounded in bomb attacks against two police buildings in N'Djamena, Chad.
» Alevis worried as houses marked with crosses in Turkey’s Kocaeli
15/06/15 06:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Members of the Alevi community in Turkey’s northwestern province of Kocaeli have voiced concern after a number of their homes were allegedly marked with a cross by unknown people.
15/06/15 06:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Members of the Alevi community in Turkey’s northwestern province of Kocaeli have voiced concern after a number of their homes were allegedly marked with a cross by unknown people.
» 'Israel, Hamas both committed war crimes in Gaza conflict,' Schabas says
15/06/15 06:36 from JPost.com - Front Page
In an interview with Channel 2, jurist William Schabas lamented Israel’s decision not to cooperate with UN investigators, who are due to release their findings on Monday.
15/06/15 06:36 from JPost.com - Front Page
In an interview with Channel 2, jurist William Schabas lamented Israel’s decision not to cooperate with UN investigators, who are due to release their findings on Monday.
» Turkey's main opposition head outlines coalition principles, emphasizes '60 percent bloc'
15/06/15 06:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
CHP head Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu indicated readiness for a coalition which would reflect the will of the majority of the people, what he dubbed as 'the 60 percent bloc,' which was roughly equal to the sum of the votes of all three opposition ...
15/06/15 06:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
CHP head Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu indicated readiness for a coalition which would reflect the will of the majority of the people, what he dubbed as 'the 60 percent bloc,' which was roughly equal to the sum of the votes of all three opposition ...
» Turkey's main opposition CHP pushes for coalition gov’t without AKP
15/06/15 06:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
The CHP indicates its desire to form a coalition with the MHP and HDP to reflect the will of the 60 percent of Turks who did not vote for the AKP
15/06/15 06:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
The CHP indicates its desire to form a coalition with the MHP and HDP to reflect the will of the 60 percent of Turks who did not vote for the AKP
» Conflicting reports as Sudan leader’s plane leaves South Africa
15/06/15 06:32 from The Times of Israel
Unclear if Omar Bashir, wanted for war crimes, onboard; official says he will not heed order for him to stay, though lawyer says he has not fled
15/06/15 06:32 from The Times of Israel
Unclear if Omar Bashir, wanted for war crimes, onboard; official says he will not heed order for him to stay, though lawyer says he has not fled
» Iraq’s Abadi due in Tehran for talks
15/06/15 06:31 from PressTV Media RSS
Iraq's prime minister is to travel to Tehran to hold talks with senior Iranian officials.
15/06/15 06:31 from PressTV Media RSS
Iraq's prime minister is to travel to Tehran to hold talks with senior Iranian officials.
» 7,000 people in Japan seek nuclear disaster compensation
15/06/15 06:29 from PressTV Media RSS
Over 7,000 people in Japan seek compensation for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.
15/06/15 06:29 from PressTV Media RSS
Over 7,000 people in Japan seek compensation for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.
» N Korea ready for conditional dialog with South
15/06/15 06:25 from PressTV Media RSS
North Korea says it’s ready to restart talks with South Korea, but only if it scraps military exercises with the US.
15/06/15 06:25 from PressTV Media RSS
North Korea says it’s ready to restart talks with South Korea, but only if it scraps military exercises with the US.
» UN chief calls for 2-week pause in Yemen war during Ramadan
15/06/15 06:23 from PressTV Media RSS
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon calls for a two-week humanitarian pause in war-ravaged Yemen during the fasting month of Ramadan.
15/06/15 06:23 from PressTV Media RSS
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon calls for a two-week humanitarian pause in war-ravaged Yemen during the fasting month of Ramadan.
» Heavy floods hit southwest China
15/06/15 06:20 from PressTV Media RSS
A general view shows flooded areas next to a river in Liuzhou, southwest China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on June 15, 2015.
15/06/15 06:20 from PressTV Media RSS
A general view shows flooded areas next to a river in Liuzhou, southwest China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on June 15, 2015.
» Desperate Syrians fleeing war into Turkey
15/06/15 06:19 from PressTV Media RSS
Syrians fleeing the war gather near broken down border fences to enter Turkish territory, near the Turkish border crossing at Akcakale in Sanliurfa province on June 14, 2015.
15/06/15 06:19 from PressTV Media RSS
Syrians fleeing the war gather near broken down border fences to enter Turkish territory, near the Turkish border crossing at Akcakale in Sanliurfa province on June 14, 2015.
» New Israeli device enables jet to take over if pilot passes out
15/06/15 06:18 from JPost.com - Front Page
Elbit's Canary has been developed in conjunction with the Defense Ministry, and uses sensors made by the Israeli start-up LifeBEAM.
15/06/15 06:18 from JPost.com - Front Page
Elbit's Canary has been developed in conjunction with the Defense Ministry, and uses sensors made by the Israeli start-up LifeBEAM.
» Unison warns of illegal strike over govt. rules
15/06/15 06:11 from PressTV Media RSS
Britain’s largest public sector union has warned of a long conflict with what it calls the hostile Tory government.
15/06/15 06:11 from PressTV Media RSS
Britain’s largest public sector union has warned of a long conflict with what it calls the hostile Tory government.
» CEO of Turkey’s largest Islamic bank quits as competition grows
15/06/15 06:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye Finans, the largest Islamic bank in Turkey, told regulators that its chief executive Derya Gürerk had resigned from his position on June 12, an unexpected move at a time of growing competition in the sector.
15/06/15 06:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye Finans, the largest Islamic bank in Turkey, told regulators that its chief executive Derya Gürerk had resigned from his position on June 12, an unexpected move at a time of growing competition in the sector.
» The Lite - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 7:00GMT
15/06/15 06:04 from PressTV Media RSS
The Lite - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 7:00GMT
15/06/15 06:04 from PressTV Media RSS
The Lite - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 7:00GMT
» Netanyahu hits back at Abbas over boycott comments
15/06/15 05:49 from The Times of Israel
After Palestinian leader called for labeling settlement goods, PM notes that past sanctions against Jews led to persecution
15/06/15 05:49 from The Times of Israel
After Palestinian leader called for labeling settlement goods, PM notes that past sanctions against Jews led to persecution
» Who ‘likes’ dead bodies?
15/06/15 05:49 from The Times of Israel
A slain terrorist — yes even a terrorist — is not a reason to celebrate
15/06/15 05:49 from The Times of Israel
A slain terrorist — yes even a terrorist — is not a reason to celebrate
» Middle East Updates / UN's Ban urges Ramadan ceasefire in Yemen conflict
15/06/15 05:44 from Middle East
At least 17 killed in clashes with ISIS near Baiji refinery in Iraq; 3 Tunisian police officers killed in clashes with Islamists; Libyan Islamist denies death of Al-Qaida-linked leader Belmokhtar
15/06/15 05:44 from Middle East
At least 17 killed in clashes with ISIS near Baiji refinery in Iraq; 3 Tunisian police officers killed in clashes with Islamists; Libyan Islamist denies death of Al-Qaida-linked leader Belmokhtar
» Egypt destroys over 1,400 underground Gaza tunnels
15/06/15 05:38 from PressTV Media RSS
Egypt demolished nearly 1,430 underground tunnels under the border with the Gaza Strip in 18 months.
15/06/15 05:38 from PressTV Media RSS
Egypt demolished nearly 1,430 underground tunnels under the border with the Gaza Strip in 18 months.
» Britain’s youngest bomber with ISIL killed in Iraq’s Baiji
15/06/15 05:36 from PressTV Media RSS
Britain’s youngest bomber with ISIL terrorists has reportedly been killed in Iraq’s Baiji.
15/06/15 05:36 from PressTV Media RSS
Britain’s youngest bomber with ISIL terrorists has reportedly been killed in Iraq’s Baiji.
» Tehran's Jurassic Park
15/06/15 05:33 from PressTV Media RSS
In this edition of Iran, Samson Seez takes us to Tehran's Jurassic Park.
15/06/15 05:33 from PressTV Media RSS
In this edition of Iran, Samson Seez takes us to Tehran's Jurassic Park.
» Greece to ‘patiently wait for realism’ by its international lenders
15/06/15 05:28 from PressTV Media RSS
The Greek PM says his government will wait patiently for international creditors to become realistic in bailout talks.
15/06/15 05:28 from PressTV Media RSS
The Greek PM says his government will wait patiently for international creditors to become realistic in bailout talks.
» Tram driver hits animal rights activists in Turkey
15/06/15 05:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
'She drove the tram into us intentionally. It was a protest against the municipality and they targeted us in revenge,' an activist said after the incident in Eskişehir
15/06/15 05:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
'She drove the tram into us intentionally. It was a protest against the municipality and they targeted us in revenge,' an activist said after the incident in Eskişehir
» Turkey urges Europe for help with refugee influx
15/06/15 05:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
'The burden must be shared,' Turkish FM said as he hosted an ad hoc meeting of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE)
15/06/15 05:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
'The burden must be shared,' Turkish FM said as he hosted an ad hoc meeting of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE)
» El Al slammed for new high heels rule for flight attendants
15/06/15 05:11 from JPost.com - Front Page
Yacimovich: All the male El Al managers should put on heels for work.
15/06/15 05:11 from JPost.com - Front Page
Yacimovich: All the male El Al managers should put on heels for work.
» High stakes in Geneva as Yemen sides meet over bloody conflict
15/06/15 05:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Yemen's warring factions will come together for the first time in Geneva June 15 in a bid to resolve the bloody conflict between Iran-backed Shiite rebels and the government of exiled President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi.
15/06/15 05:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Yemen's warring factions will come together for the first time in Geneva June 15 in a bid to resolve the bloody conflict between Iran-backed Shiite rebels and the government of exiled President Abedrabbo Mansour Hadi.
» After outcry, actor walks back right-wing ‘cud-chewers’ comment
15/06/15 05:08 from The Times of Israel
Oded Kotler says he intended to critique society as a whole, and not any particular political group; author Amos Oz calls for attacks on minister to cease
15/06/15 05:08 from The Times of Israel
Oded Kotler says he intended to critique society as a whole, and not any particular political group; author Amos Oz calls for attacks on minister to cease
» US advances hegemony by means of nuclear weapons: Analyst
15/06/15 05:02 from PressTV Media RSS
The US nuclear arms are cornerstone of its policies based on which it advances hegemony, an analyst says.
15/06/15 05:02 from PressTV Media RSS
The US nuclear arms are cornerstone of its policies based on which it advances hegemony, an analyst says.
» North Europe benefiting from Greece economic situation Academic
15/06/15 05:02 from PressTV Media RSS
A university professor says Northern European countries are benefiting from the economic situation in Greece.
15/06/15 05:02 from PressTV Media RSS
A university professor says Northern European countries are benefiting from the economic situation in Greece.
» Aussie FM tells Jakarta to fix borders in row over migrants
15/06/15 05:01 from PressTV Media RSS
Australian foreign minister tells Indonesia to better manage its borders in a row over illegal migrants.
15/06/15 05:01 from PressTV Media RSS
Australian foreign minister tells Indonesia to better manage its borders in a row over illegal migrants.
» Mr. Lapid goes to Washington
15/06/15 04:59 from The Times of Israel
The centrist politician has turned jetsetter in a bid to challenge Likud’s rule and position himself as the next prime minister
15/06/15 04:59 from The Times of Israel
The centrist politician has turned jetsetter in a bid to challenge Likud’s rule and position himself as the next prime minister
» Libyan Islamist says U.S. missed Al-Qaida leader, killed 9/11 terrorists instead
15/06/15 04:58 from Middle East
Mokhtar Belmokhtar might not have killed in U.S. airstrike in Libya, despite claims by local government.
15/06/15 04:58 from Middle East
Mokhtar Belmokhtar might not have killed in U.S. airstrike in Libya, despite claims by local government.
» Golda Meir pic wiped from Egypt exhibit
15/06/15 04:51 from The Times of Israel
Move comes following outcry over Giza display, which included photo of Israeli PM who served during Yom Kippur War
15/06/15 04:51 from The Times of Israel
Move comes following outcry over Giza display, which included photo of Israeli PM who served during Yom Kippur War
» Turkey’s unemployment rate rises to 10.6 percent
15/06/15 04:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey’s unemployment rate rose to 10.6 percent in the three months starting in February, 0.9 percentage points higher than in the same period of last year
15/06/15 04:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkey’s unemployment rate rose to 10.6 percent in the three months starting in February, 0.9 percentage points higher than in the same period of last year
» Gunman killed after injuring US trooper
15/06/15 04:38 from PressTV Media RSS
A gunman has been killed after shooting a Highway Patrol trooper in Florida.
15/06/15 04:38 from PressTV Media RSS
A gunman has been killed after shooting a Highway Patrol trooper in Florida.
» Iran, P5+1 to resume nuclear talks in Vienna Wednesday
15/06/15 04:35 from PressTV Media RSS
Iran and the P5+1 are set to resume another round of expert-level nuclear talks in Vienna on Wednesday.
15/06/15 04:35 from PressTV Media RSS
Iran and the P5+1 are set to resume another round of expert-level nuclear talks in Vienna on Wednesday.
» Tunisia clashes kill 3 police officers, one militant
15/06/15 04:19 from PressTV Media RSS
Three police officers and a militant are killed in clashes in Tunisia.
15/06/15 04:19 from PressTV Media RSS
Three police officers and a militant are killed in clashes in Tunisia.
» Three police, jihadist killed in Tunisia
15/06/15 04:19 from The Times of Israel
Terrorists fatally shoot three law enforcement officers during running clash in Tunis
15/06/15 04:19 from The Times of Israel
Terrorists fatally shoot three law enforcement officers during running clash in Tunis
» Australia tells Indonesia to fix its borders
15/06/15 04:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Australia on June 15 told Indonesia to better secure its borders in a stinging rebuke after Jakarta demanded answers to allegations Canberra paid to turn back a boat of asylum-seekers.
15/06/15 04:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Australia on June 15 told Indonesia to better secure its borders in a stinging rebuke after Jakarta demanded answers to allegations Canberra paid to turn back a boat of asylum-seekers.
» Egypt blocks Geneva-bound Yemen plane from entering airspace
15/06/15 03:53 from PressTV Media RSS
Egypt refuses to allow a Geneva-bound Yemeni plane to cross its airspace.
15/06/15 03:53 from PressTV Media RSS
Egypt refuses to allow a Geneva-bound Yemeni plane to cross its airspace.
» Yemeni delegation set to depart Djibouti for Geneva after forced stop
15/06/15 03:53 from PressTV Media RSS
A plane carrying Yemeni delegates to Geneva is leaving Djibouti after a forced stop.
15/06/15 03:53 from PressTV Media RSS
A plane carrying Yemeni delegates to Geneva is leaving Djibouti after a forced stop.
» Nuclear states upgrading warheads despite disarmament — report
15/06/15 03:50 from The Times of Israel
International peace research group lists Israel as having 80 bombs, developing long-range ballistic missile
15/06/15 03:50 from The Times of Israel
International peace research group lists Israel as having 80 bombs, developing long-range ballistic missile
» India courting Iran after deals cancelled
15/06/15 03:49 from PressTV Media RSS
India has conveyed its fresh interest in oil and exploration projects in Iran after Tehran cancelled major concessions due to New Delhi’s dithering.
15/06/15 03:49 from PressTV Media RSS
India has conveyed its fresh interest in oil and exploration projects in Iran after Tehran cancelled major concessions due to New Delhi’s dithering.
» Islamist says US strike missed al-Qaeda-linked leader
15/06/15 03:41 from The Times of Israel
American officials admit that fighter jets dropped several bombs to target Mokhtar Belmokhtar
15/06/15 03:41 from The Times of Israel
American officials admit that fighter jets dropped several bombs to target Mokhtar Belmokhtar
» Analysis: Likud, the anti-ISIS party
15/06/15 03:41 from JPost.com - Front Page
As strong as the Likud central committee's desire is to empower itself, its loyalty to its leader is stronger.
15/06/15 03:41 from JPost.com - Front Page
As strong as the Likud central committee's desire is to empower itself, its loyalty to its leader is stronger.
» ADL chief Foxman says Israel takes US Jews for granted
15/06/15 03:40 from JPost.com - Front Page
During an appearance in New York, Foxman warned that Israel’s base of support in the US was eroding due to the perceived intransigence of its government.
15/06/15 03:40 from JPost.com - Front Page
During an appearance in New York, Foxman warned that Israel’s base of support in the US was eroding due to the perceived intransigence of its government.
» Sport - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 6:00GMT
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Sport - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 6:00GMT
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Sport - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 6:00GMT
» Full News - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 6:00GMT
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Full News - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 6:00GMT
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Full News - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 6:00GMT
» Rock veterans Manfred Mann, Moody Blues’ Justin Hayward announce Israel shows
15/06/15 03:25 from JPost.com - Front Page
The pop group will be returning to Israel after an 11-year absence.
15/06/15 03:25 from JPost.com - Front Page
The pop group will be returning to Israel after an 11-year absence.
» Egyptians on social media aghast over Golda Meir display at Giza museum
15/06/15 02:28 from JPost.com - Front Page
The head of the museum, Abdel-Salam Raged, apologized in the face of the negative reaction.
15/06/15 02:28 from JPost.com - Front Page
The head of the museum, Abdel-Salam Raged, apologized in the face of the negative reaction.
» Turkey warily girds for return of coalition rule
15/06/15 02:22 from The Times of Israel
Having lost its absolute majority, ruling Justice and Development Party hopes to avoid chaos of previous alliances
15/06/15 02:22 from The Times of Israel
Having lost its absolute majority, ruling Justice and Development Party hopes to avoid chaos of previous alliances
» Key jihadist Belmokhtar killed in U.S. strike, Libyan gov't says
15/06/15 01:50 from Middle East
Islamist denies report that Mokhtar Belmokhtar – a major figure in North African insurgencies – was killed in U.S airstrike.
15/06/15 01:50 from Middle East
Islamist denies report that Mokhtar Belmokhtar – a major figure in North African insurgencies – was killed in U.S airstrike.
» Controversial film about Rabin assassin to be screened at Jerusalem festival
15/06/15 01:29 from JPost.com - Front Page
The film, Beyond the Fear, features interviews with Amir’s relatives, including his wife, Larissa, and his mother, Geula Amir.
15/06/15 01:29 from JPost.com - Front Page
The film, Beyond the Fear, features interviews with Amir’s relatives, including his wife, Larissa, and his mother, Geula Amir.
» West, Israel seek to deflect attention from Palestine: official
15/06/15 01:25 from PressTV Media RSS
A senior Iranian official says the West and Israel seek to divert Muslims’ attention from the Palestine issue by creating ISIL.
15/06/15 01:25 from PressTV Media RSS
A senior Iranian official says the West and Israel seek to divert Muslims’ attention from the Palestine issue by creating ISIL.
» Abbas urges Africans to label, boycott settlement goods
15/06/15 01:21 from The Times of Israel
Palestinian Authority head asks summit of African leaders to adopt same program European Union expected to roll out soon
15/06/15 01:21 from The Times of Israel
Palestinian Authority head asks summit of African leaders to adopt same program European Union expected to roll out soon
» US gun groups denounce Democrats for gun bans proposal
15/06/15 01:15 from PressTV Media RSS
Democrats are under fire by gun groups over bringing a legislative proposal to restrict access to handguns in the US.
15/06/15 01:15 from PressTV Media RSS
Democrats are under fire by gun groups over bringing a legislative proposal to restrict access to handguns in the US.
» Iran abiding by red lines in nuclear talks with P5+1: Rouhani
15/06/15 00:59 from PressTV Media RSS
Iran’s President says the nation's nuclear negotiators comply with the country’s red lines in the talks with the P5+1.
15/06/15 00:59 from PressTV Media RSS
Iran’s President says the nation's nuclear negotiators comply with the country’s red lines in the talks with the P5+1.
» Senior Colombian rebel commander killed in battle
15/06/15 00:44 from PressTV Media RSS
The Colombian army kills a leftist rebel commander from the country’s second-largest guerrilla group.
15/06/15 00:44 from PressTV Media RSS
The Colombian army kills a leftist rebel commander from the country’s second-largest guerrilla group.
» Algerian arch-jihadist Belmokhtar said killed in US strike
15/06/15 00:40 from The Times of Israel
Former Al-Qaeda leader behind deadly 2013 raid on gas plant dies after American jets target eastern Libya, government says
15/06/15 00:40 from The Times of Israel
Former Al-Qaeda leader behind deadly 2013 raid on gas plant dies after American jets target eastern Libya, government says
» Top 5 - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 00:00GMT
15/06/15 00:18 from PressTV Media RSS
Top 5 - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 00:00GMT
15/06/15 00:18 from PressTV Media RSS
Top 5 - Mon, June, 15, 2015 - 00:00GMT
» Erdogan, other Turkish politicians back ISIL: Commentater
15/06/15 00:16 from PressTV Media RSS
A commentator says Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other politicians in Turkey have been involved in creating and supporting ISIL.
15/06/15 00:16 from PressTV Media RSS
A commentator says Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other politicians in Turkey have been involved in creating and supporting ISIL.
» NBA: Blatt, Cavaliers on the brink after falling to Warriors in Game 5
15/06/15 00:14 from JPost.com - Front Page
Stephen Curry scored 37 points and the Warriors withstood a 40-point triple-double from LeBron James to grab a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series.
15/06/15 00:14 from JPost.com - Front Page
Stephen Curry scored 37 points and the Warriors withstood a 40-point triple-double from LeBron James to grab a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series.
» North Korean soldier defects to South via land border
15/06/15 00:04 from PressTV Media RSS
A North Korean soldier defects and crosses his country’s heavily fortified land border into South Korea.
15/06/15 00:04 from PressTV Media RSS
A North Korean soldier defects and crosses his country’s heavily fortified land border into South Korea.
» Death toll from MERS rises to 16 in S Korea
15/06/15 00:00 from PressTV Media RSS
MERS takes one more life in South Korea, bringing the death toll from the deadly virus to 16 so far.
15/06/15 00:00 from PressTV Media RSS
MERS takes one more life in South Korea, bringing the death toll from the deadly virus to 16 so far.
» Concerns over Khamenei health may jeopardize nuke deal
14/06/15 23:33 from The Times of Israel
Supreme leader may have months to live, Iranian press suggests; ensuing power struggle between hardliners, moderates could derail talks
14/06/15 23:33 from The Times of Israel
Supreme leader may have months to live, Iranian press suggests; ensuing power struggle between hardliners, moderates could derail talks
» Concerns over Khamenei’s health may jeopardize nuke deal
14/06/15 23:33 from The Times of Israel
Supreme leader may have months to live, Iranian press suggests; ensuing power struggle between hardliners, moderates could derail talks
14/06/15 23:33 from The Times of Israel
Supreme leader may have months to live, Iranian press suggests; ensuing power struggle between hardliners, moderates could derail talks
» ‘Post,’ Limmud FSU launch Soviet Jewry exhibition
14/06/15 23:03 from JPost.com - Front Page
The 50-image exhibit will be displayed in California, Washington, DC, Florida, Canada, Jerusalem and in other cities throughout the world.
14/06/15 23:03 from JPost.com - Front Page
The 50-image exhibit will be displayed in California, Washington, DC, Florida, Canada, Jerusalem and in other cities throughout the world.
» Warriors take 3-2 series lead with win over Cavaliers
14/06/15 23:00 from The Times of Israel
Stephen Curry leads Golden State to 104-91 victory against Cleveland in Game 5 of NBA finals; next game on Tuesday
14/06/15 23:00 from The Times of Israel
Stephen Curry leads Golden State to 104-91 victory against Cleveland in Game 5 of NBA finals; next game on Tuesday
» Warriors take 3-2 series lead with win over Blatt’s Cavs
14/06/15 23:00 from The Times of Israel
Stephen Curry leads Golden State to 104-91 victory against Cleveland in Game 5 of NBA finals; next game on Tuesday
14/06/15 23:00 from The Times of Israel
Stephen Curry leads Golden State to 104-91 victory against Cleveland in Game 5 of NBA finals; next game on Tuesday
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