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Covid-19 cases top 1.5 million worldwide – latest updates

The virus has infected more than 1,5 million people and killed over 88,000 by spreading to 209 countries and territories. Here are the latest updates for April 8:

In pictures: Turkey supports northern Syria's response to Covid-19

Amid the deadly outbreak, Turkey is doing its best to help Syrians tackle the coronavirus in northern Syria, where it has created safe zones for refugees.

In Pictures: Turkey’s streets go silent as government tackles pandemic

Dek: Increasing coronavirus infections and deaths means a major change in people’s daily lives, and for animals, a lack of food as local authorities step in.

Khalifa Haftar's recklessness could compound coronavirus threat to Libya

The relentless attacks and revolving door of mercenaries widen Libyans' exposure to the pandemic.

What's the truth behind the coronavirus spread in Syria?

The Assad regime has not been forthcoming with information and if action is not taken, it could become a coronavirus hotspot.

Ankara to evacuate more than 3,000 Turkish students

At least 3,358 Turkish students in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Poland, Italy, Egypt and the UAE have applied to Ankara’s diplomatic missions demanding to be evacuated - Turkey's Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.

Two Turkish soldiers killed in Syria's Idlib

The attack on Turkish soldiers marks the country's first reported casualties since a ceasefire began earlier this month.

Turkey reports 12 new coronavirus cases, bringing total to 18

Seven of the 12 new confirmed cases came from Europe and three from the US, Turkey's Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said. Turkey has also quarantined thousands of pilgrims returning from Saudi Arabia and ordered closure of bars to combat coronavirus.

Turkey, Russia agree on details of truce in Idlib, Syria

First Turkish-Russian joint patrol on M4 highway in Idlib to be conducted on March 15, says Turkish defence minister.

Who wins and loses in the Saudi-Russia oil gambit?

A drop in oil prices is a good sign for consumers, but current economic conditions and the coronavirus pandemic makes it difficult to see who stands to benefit.

How a new refugee deal can be a win-win situation for both Turkey and EU

While both sides have traded barbs on the refugee situation, they are working towards finding common ground to diffuse tensions on the Greek border.

'Turkish troops staying put in Idlib, Syria' – Defence Minister

Turkish, Russian delegations continue talks on ceasefire in Idlib, just south of Turkey's border, says defence minister.