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Gaza flotilla activists faced ‘humiliation, violence’ by Israel: Rights group

‘What happened was another attempt to criminalize and punish humanitarian activists who are trying to express solidarity and send humanitarian aid to Gaza,’ attorney Hadeel Abu Saleh says21 May 2026

Egypt, Algeria, Tunisia call for presidential, parliamentary elections in Libya

Countries urge all Libyan parties to ‘avoid escalation,’ prioritize country’s ‘supreme national interest’21 May 2026

422 Global Sumud Flotilla participants en route to Türkiye from Israel

Turkish Foreign Ministry sources say 85 Turkish nationals among those evacuated departing Ramon Airport on special flights under embassy supervision21 May 2026

Turkish defense firm Armelsan completes trials for new homegrown mine-hunting sonar

Hull-mounted Nusrat-1915 sonar outperforms foreign models already in use, with full integration into Turkish Navy platforms expected by end of 2027, says Armelsan Defense general manager21 May 2026

Russia’s 'threats' against Baltic states ‘completely unacceptable’, says EU chief

'Russia and Belarus bear direct responsibility for drones endangering the lives and security of people on our Eastern flank. Europe will respond with unity and strength,' says Von der Leyen21 May 2026

UN rights office says video of Israeli treatment of Gaza aid flotilla activists ‘outrageous’

Spokesperson tells Anadolu that criminalization of life-saving aid delivery is 'unacceptable,' adding detentions in int'l waters appear unlawful21 May 2026

Türkiye working to ensure safe return of citizens detained after Israeli interception of Global Sumud Flotilla

Special flights planned for Thursday evening to repatriate Turkish citizens and participants from third countries21 May 2026

Morning Briefing: May 21, 2026

Anadolu’s recap of top stories from around the globe21 May 2026

US removes UN expert Albanese from sanctions list

Treasury Department deletes Palestinian rights rapporteur from specially designated nationals list after US judge ruled sanctions violated her free speech rights21 May 2026

Türkiye at UN calls for civilian protection, accountability in armed conflicts worldwide

‘Selective approaches to international law undermine credibility of international legal system,’ says Ahmet Yildiz21 May 2026

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