German coalition to keep distance from Turkey
A draft document issued at the end of exploratory talks between Germany's Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Social Democratic Party (SPD) to form a coalition ruled out opening any new chapters
Iran and Italy Sign Framework Credit Deal In Spite Of Nuclear Deal Uncertainty
Italy and Iran signed a credit agreement worth five billion euros to help Italian companies invest in Iran. The framework accord was signed between Italian state-owned holding Invitalia and two
Israeli Cabinet Approves Budget for Years 2018-19
Israel's Cabinet has passed a budget for 2019 that emphasizes social services such as education and health, in addition to increasing the country's defense spending, almost a year in advance.
Turkey plans assault on Kurdish enclave in Syria
Turkey's president vowed to oust Kurdish militants from Afrin, northern Syria, on Saturday as Syrian rebels also said they are bracing for such an operation. Following US declaration that US
Turkey to mediate between KRG and Baghdad
The Turkish government is gearing up to play a mediating role between the Iraqi central government and the Kurdish Regional Government (KRG) in Irbil to resolve their post-referendum dispute.
Macron's China visit is successful
As French President Emmanuel Macron wrapped up his first official visit to China, there are signs that Beijing's relationship with Europe is shifting. One message was about the huge
