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Morning Briefing: Jan. 2, 2026

Morning Briefing: Jan. 2, 2026

Anadolu’s recap of top stories from around the globe

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Current events in Turkiye and the world, leaders’ schedules and international events will be on the Diary page
US, Europe, Ukraine discuss next steps toward ending Ukraine war, envoy Witkoff says
01.01.2026

US, Europe, Ukraine discuss next steps toward ending Ukraine war, envoy Witkoff says

'Many additional details were discussed, and we will continue this important work and coordination in the New Year,' US envoy says

Global warming and human waste continue to threaten the Baltic Sea
31.12.2025

Global warming and human waste continue to threaten the Baltic Sea

Finland-based Baltic Sea Action Group: The combination of eutrophication and climate change spells bad news for many of the sea's unique species

Turkish low-cost carrier AJet launches flights to Albania's capital Tirana
31.12.2025

Turkish low-cost carrier AJet launches flights to Albania's capital Tirana

AJet to operate 5 direct flights per week from Istanbul, 2 from Ankara as of March

UK opposition minister faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned Russian oligarch Abramovich
31.12.2025

UK opposition minister faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned Russian oligarch Abramovich

Shadow cabinet member representing sanctioned Russian businessman sparks conflict of interest row

YEAR-ENDER - Wars of quarter of a century: How conflicts have changed since 2000
31.12.2025

YEAR-ENDER - Wars of quarter of a century: How conflicts have changed since 2000

As the world enters 2026, analysts say wars are lasting longer, civilians are increasingly being targeted, and new technologies are reshaping conflicts