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Morning Briefing: March 7, 2026

Morning Briefing: March 7, 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
UN chief warns of Mideast military escalation spiraling 'beyond anyone's control'
06.03.2026

UN chief warns of Mideast military escalation spiraling 'beyond anyone's control'

'It is time to stop the fighting and get to serious diplomatic negotiations,' says Antonio Guterres

Türkiye denies asking British MI6 to increase protection for Syrian president
06.03.2026

Türkiye denies asking British MI6 to increase protection for Syrian president

Anti-disinformation center says report about alleged request does not reflect reality

World must 'urgently contain' Middle East escalation: UN rights chief
06.03.2026

World must 'urgently contain' Middle East escalation: UN rights chief

'Lebanon is becoming a key flashpoint,' warns Volker Turk, expressing concern over extensive displacement orders

Emirates, Etihad Airways resume limited flight operations
06.03.2026

Emirates, Etihad Airways resume limited flight operations

Announcement by UAE-based airlines follows gradual reopening of airspace amid ongoing regional escalation

UN rights chief urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to end fighting
06.03.2026

UN rights chief urges Pakistan, Afghanistan to end fighting

Volker Turk warns escalating hostilities are killing civilians, displacing tens of thousands, blocking humanitarian aid