UK leads initiative to supply Turkiye with Eurofighter jets amidst previous objections.
Starting in Europe, the UK is taking the lead in an initiative to supply Turkiye with Eurofighter Typhoon jets, as noted by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Istanbul. These jets, crafted by a consortium including Germany, Britain, Italy, and Spain, have been on Turkiye's radar even amidst previous German objections.
Meanwhile, over in the Indian Ocean, Iran is hosting the 'IMEX 2024' naval drills alongside Russia and Oman, aimed at boosting regional security and cooperation. This event, featuring observer countries like India and Pakistan, underscores Iran's growing military ties with Russia and China.
Shifting our focus to the United States, Arab American voters are pivoting towards domestic issues for the upcoming 2024 election. Traditionally linked to Middle Eastern policies, they are now emphasizing economic and border security concerns, and are almost evenly split in their support between candidates
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
Heading north to Canada, the government has issued warnings to the remaining Indian diplomats following the expulsion of six diplomats tied to the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Their cautionary stance stems from evidence linking these diplomats to criminal activities, prompting a diplomatic standoff with India.
In East Asia, tensions heighten as North Korea claims the discovery of a South Korean drone in its airspace, labeling future incursions as potential acts of war. This discovery feeds into the continued strain between the two nations over alleged airspace violations.
Lastly, a glimmer of diplomacy emerges as Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 190 soldiers in a UAE-mediated deal. The Russian Defense Ministry reported that the returning Russian soldiers are initially in Belarus for care, highlighting a pragmatic approach amidst ongoing conflict.