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Lavrov signals Moscow’s readiness to resume Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul

Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov has indicated that Moscow remains open to the possibility of resuming peace negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul, should a genuine proposal for dialogue emerge.

19 Apr 2026-15:01
Antalya Diplomacy Forum features panel session on “South Caucasus: A Strategic Hub in the Making”

On April 17, a panel session titled “South Caucasus: A Strategic Hub in the Making” was held as as part of the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Istanbul, Türkiye.

18 Apr 2026-09:50
Azerbaijani, Armenian parliament speakers conclude talks in Istanbul

Azerbaijan’s Parliament Speaker Sahiba Gafarova met her Armenian counterpart Alen Simonyan in Istanbul on Friday to discuss prospects for the normalisation of relations between the two countries.

17 Apr 2026-15:26
Istanbul hosts IPU 152nd Assembly

The 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union has opened in Istanbul, bringing together thousands of lawmakers from around the world for high-level discussions on peace, justice, and global cooperation.

15 Apr 2026-14:00
What is known about the attack near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul?

A serious security incident involving an armed individual and Turkish police unfolded near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, raising immediate concerns about a potential terrorist attack targeting a diplomatic mission.

08 Apr 2026-16:22
VIDEO : New footage emerges of gunfire near Israeli consulate in Istanbul

Authorities in Türkiye have expanded their investigation into a recent armed attack near the area hosting the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, with the number of detainees rising to 10, officials said.

08 Apr 2026-11:25
Shooting near Israeli consulate in Istanbul leaves dead and injured

Gunfire has been reported near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, with local media saying a police officer was injured in the incident.

07 Apr 2026-13:51
Celebs Mustafa Ceceli, Bengü, Melek Mosso, Simge Sağın detained

A new wave of detentions has been carried out in Istanbul as part of an ongoing drug-related investigation involving several well-known public figures. Authorities confirmed that multiple celebrities were taken into custody on Tuesday morning in a coordinated operation.

07 Apr 2026-11:45
Zelenskyy visits Istanbul for security talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Istanbul on Saturday to hold security talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

04 Apr 2026-15:58
Turkiye bus accident leaves 4 dead, 13 injured - VIDEO

A passenger bus accident on the Ankara–Istanbul highway has left four people dead and 13 others injured, authorities and local media reported.

04 Apr 2026-12:52