On 26 October 2024, the Deccan Herald reported, “Maldives discusses tourism sector prospects with India. The development comes days after Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, during his first bilateral visit to New Delhi, termed India as ‘one of the largest tourism source markets’ for his country and hoped that more Indian tourists would visit the archipelagic nation.” [Deccan Herald]

During his meeting with Barzani, President Erdogan discussed regional and global developments and said, There is a risk that ‘Israeli’ aggression will turn the region into an all-out war zone. (Agencies 16.10.2024)...

The horrifying details of the “newborn gang” scandal in Türkiye have rocked the nation. Individuals, including doctors, nurses and hospital staff, manipulated newborn patient transfers to private hospitals for financial gain. At least 12 babies lost their lives due to the actions of the gang, as critical care was overlooked for profit.

On 17 October 2024, the US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller commented on the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, saying, “So the United States respects each country’s sovereign right to associate in groupings of its own choosing.