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White House Announces Major Steps to Strengthen Women’s Role in Peace and Security
10Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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White House Announces Major Steps to Strengthen Women’s Role in Peace and Security

In a decisive move to bolster global peace and security, the Biden-Harris Administration has announced new initiatives aimed at enhancing the role of women in these critical areas. The announcement, made during the NATO 75th Anniversary Summit, underscores the administration's commitment to the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, aligning with NATO's renewed focus on gender equality in defense and political leadership."The status of women and girls and the stability and security of nations are inextricably linked. When women have equal opportunities to participate and lead, economies grow, education rates and health outcomes improve, and political instability and violence decline," the White House statement declared, emphasizing the profound impact of women's participation on nat...
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Under Secretary Zeya’s Travel to Georgia and Armenia
10Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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Under Secretary Zeya’s Travel to Georgia and Armenia

The U.S. Department of State has announced that Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, Uzra Zeya, will be traveling to Tbilisi, Georgia, and Yerevan, Armenia from July 9-17, 2024. This trip aims to address critical issues such as democratic governance, anti-corruption, media freedom, freedom of expression, and the inclusion of marginalized and vulnerable groups.Engagement in GeorgiaDuring her visit to Georgia, Under Secretary Zeya will meet with representatives from the government, civil society, media, and parliament. The focus will be on expressing the U.S.'s serious concerns regarding recent legislative developments, particularly the 'foreign influence' law, which threatens Georgia’s path towards Euro-Atlantic integration. According to the ...
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Erdoğan: We are entering a new phase with TÜRKSAT 6A
9Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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Erdoğan: We are entering a new phase with TÜRKSAT 6A

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sent a video message to the launch ceremony of the TÜRKSAT 6A satellite and made important statements. Erdoğan emphasized that Turkey has entered a new phase in satellite production.In his message, President Erdoğan said, "With TÜRKSAT 6A, we have entered a new phase in satellite production. Our domestic and national communication satellite 6A will ensure the backup of existing satellites and further increase the capacity."Turkey Among Countries Capable of Producing Communication SatellitesStating that Turkey will be among the countries capable of producing communication satellites with the launch of TÜRKSAT 6A, Erdoğan said: "With the launch of TÜRKSAT 6A, Turkey will become a country capable of producing communication satellites."Critical T...
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Dr. Jill Biden Launches Campaign to Support Military Families
8Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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Dr. Jill Biden Launches Campaign to Support Military Families

Today, Dr. Jill Biden announced the launch of Veterans and Military Families for Biden, an initiative aimed at supporting veterans and their families. Emphasizing the personal connection her family has to the military, she shared heartfelt stories from her own life.Dr. Biden recounted her father's service in World War II as a Navy signalman and her son Beau's service in the Delaware Army National Guard, including his year-long deployment to Iraq in 2003."We know what it’s like to wait to connect on a lagging phone call from across the world. To smile through another holiday with an empty chair at the table," she said, highlighting the emotional toll military service can take on families.Dr. Biden assured veterans and military families that they are seen and valued. "You are ou...
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President Erdoğan to Attend NATO Summit in Washington D.C.
8Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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President Erdoğan to Attend NATO Summit in Washington D.C.

ANKARA - President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to visit the United States from July 9-11, 2024, to attend the NATO Heads of State and Government Summit in Washington D.C. This significant gathering coincides with NATO's 75th anniversary.The summit will focus on NATO's efforts in deterrence and defense amidst challenges and risks within the alliance's geography. Discussions will also address the situation in Ukraine and the support extended to the country. Furthermore, steps taken to combat terrorism, one of the primary threats to the alliance, will be on the agenda.The visit was announced on the official social media account of the Directorate of Communications with the following statement:"President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will visit the United States from July 9-11, 2024, to at...
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U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Condemns Attack on Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital
8Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Condemns Attack on Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital

The United States Ambassador to Ukraine, Bridget A. Brink, has condemned the recent missile attack on Okhmatdyt Hospital, Ukraine’s largest children’s hospital. The hospital, which provides critical treatment to children with cancer and other serious illnesses, was struck during a massive missile assault by Russian forces this morning.In a statement posted on her social media account, Ambassador Brink expressed her horror at the attack and extended her sympathies to those affected. "Horrifying images from Okhmatdyt Hospital, Ukraine’s largest children’s hospital, which provides treatment to children with cancer & other illnesses, and was struck during Russia’s massive missile attack this morning. Our thoughts are with the children and their families," Brink wrote.The attac...
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TURKSAT 6A Starts Its Space Journey
8Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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TURKSAT 6A Starts Its Space Journey

Turkey's first domestic and national communication satellite TÜRKSAT 6A, developed by Turkish engineers with domestic facilities, will start its journey towards its orbit tonight. With the participation of Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, TÜRKSAT 6A will be launched at 00:20 from SpaceX's Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, USA. Following this important launch at midnight, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will share a video message. Minister Uraloğlu will convey this excitement to Turkey via live connection from Kennedy Space Centre."We will be one of the 11 countries"Minister Uraloğlu, who followed the latest situation on site before the launch of the satellite, said, "Our preparations for the launch operations are continuing smoothly. Together with our t...
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US Secretary of State Congratulates Solomon Islands on National Day
7Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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US Secretary of State Congratulates Solomon Islands on National Day

In celebration of the National Day of Solomon Islands, US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken extended heartfelt greetings and congratulations to the people of Solomon Islands."On behalf of the people and Government of the United States of America and in celebration of your National Day on July 7, I offer cordial greetings and congratulations to the people of Solomon Islands," Blinken stated.He commended the nation for successfully conducting a historic election and congratulated Jeremiah Manele on his election as the new prime minister. Blinken highlighted the longstanding ties between the two countries, rooted in the shared sacrifices during the Guadalcanal Campaign of World War II."We are committed to growing our bilateral relationship through promoting transparency and de...
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MAGA Republicans Escalate Extremism: Trump’s Secret Plans and Rhetoric
6Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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MAGA Republicans Escalate Extremism: Trump’s Secret Plans and Rhetoric

MAGA Republicans have reached new levels of extremism, hypocrisy, and chaos this week, filled with what President Biden might call malarkey. Here’s what you might have missed: Donald Trump tried to obscure his connections to Project 2025; Trump celebrated a Supreme Court decision that could enable his anti-democratic agenda, and his potential vice-presidential picks echoed his sentiments; Heritage Foundation and Project 2025 leader Kevin Roberts hinted at violence if his “revolution” is opposed; and Trump’s VP hopefuls defended his racially charged remarks about “Black jobs” and “Hispanic jobs.”Donald Trump’s Secretive Ties to Project 2025Trump has been working covertly with Project 2025 on a radical plan to strip away freedoms and undermine democracy.Axios reports: “This is u...
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President Erdoğan met with Putin in Astana
3Jul By UfukNewsNo Comments
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President Erdoğan met with Putin in Astana

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan arrived in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, to attend the 24th Summit of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. In a statement made by the Directorate of Communications, it was reported that President Erdoğan met with Russian President Vladimir Putin within the scope of the summit.Turkey Invitation to PutinAccording to the information reported by TRT News, President Erdoğan made important statements in the press conference of his meeting with Putin. Stating that the ministers are in constant contact and that they will take serious steps regarding nuclear power plants, Erdoğan said, "We have talks about the Sinop Nuclear Power Plant. We believe that we can take serious steps in this regard. Regarding this issue, our Minister of Ene...
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