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馃搮April 26, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Turkey positions itself as key mediator in Iran-US tensions, engages Pakistan and Egypt for regional peace, and arrests Mumbai drug lord in Istanbul.
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Turkey Makes Major Announcement on Iran-US War

Turkey issued a significant statement supporting a complete ceasefire in the Iran-US conflict. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan highlighted that key nuclear issues could be resolved in ongoing talks.Source 1Source 2

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Turkey Says Key Nuclear Issues May Be Resolved in US-Iran Talks

Turkish officials stated that obstacles including nuclear files in Iran-US negotiations could be overcome, potentially resolving Strait of Hormuz tensions. This follows recent diplomatic engagements.Source 2Source 5

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Ishaq Dar Engages Turkey and Egypt for Regional Peace

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held talks with Turkish and Egyptian counterparts to boost diplomatic efforts for regional stability. The discussions aim to build momentum amid escalating tensions.Source 3

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Turkey FM Holds Talks with Iran and Pakistan's Foreign Ministers

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan conducted discussions with his Iranian and Pakistani counterparts on critical regional issues. These talks are part of broader mediation efforts.Source 4

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Turkey Positions Itself as 'Adult in the Room' in Global Reordering

FM Hakan Fidan declared Turkey a central diplomatic broker amid Iran-US talks stalling and global conflicts, speaking at Oxford University. He emphasized mediation in Gaza, Iran, and Ukraine.Source 5

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Mumbai Drug Lord Salim Dola Arrested in Istanbul

Fugitive Indian drug lord Salim Ismail Dola, linked to D-Company, was captured by Turkish intelligence in Istanbul. He faces charges in multiple drug trafficking cases.Source 6

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Turkey Offers Major Proposal on Regional Conflicts

Turkey proposed a significant initiative amid ongoing Iran-US negotiations and ceasefire extensions. The proposal supports diplomatic resolutions to de-escalate tensions.Source 7

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Progress in Iran-US Talks Could Ease Strait of Hormuz Tensions

FM Fidan indicated that resolving nuclear issues in Iran-US talks could restore free passage through the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions. This aligns with Turkey's mediation role.Source 2Source 5

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Pakistan Brokers Ceasefire Extension Involving Turkey's Support

Following Pakistan's brokered two-week ceasefire extended by Trump, Turkey backs further diplomatic progress. Talks in Islamabad involved Turkish diplomatic input.Source 5

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Turkey Supports Ceasefire in Iran-US Conflict

Turkey fully endorses a comprehensive ceasefire between Iran and the US. Diplomatic channels remain active to address remaining hurdles.Source 1Source 2