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Turkey aims to sign deal with Libya over Gaddafi-era compensation

Muzaffer Aksoy of Turkish-Libyan Business Council says a preliminary $2.7 billion compensation deal will be signed in February for work carried out in Libya before 2011 civil war that ended Muammar Gaddafi's rule.

Erdogan and Putin inaugurate TurkStream pipeline

The Turkish and Russian presidents formally launched TurkStream gas pipeline which will carry Russian natural gas to southern Europe through Turkey. The project is part of Moscow's efforts to reduce shipments via Ukraine.

Turkey and Russia call for Libya ceasefire starting Sunday

Presidents Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Vladimir Putin called for a cessation of all hostilities in the northern African country starting from January 12 at midnight, following their meeting in Istanbul.

Possible scenarios following the death of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani

Regional experts are ruling out the possibility of direct military conflict between Iran and the US but they also expect a strong retaliation from Tehran.

A 60-year-old Indian biker drives around the world spreading awareness

The elderly globe trotter finished his first world tour in the 1970s riding a bicycle and since 2017, he's out to complete his second one on a motorbike. Stopping by Istanbul, he said the 70s was more peaceful and safer than ever.

Saudi Arabia sentences five to death in Khashoggi case

Five people were sentenced to death and three more to jail terms totalling 24 years in the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. A top aide to the Saudi crown prince under investigation was not charged.

Q&A: Turkey to be 'command centre' for fight against anti-Muslim sentiment

Ainon Mohd, Communication Coordinator between Ankara, Kaula Lumpur, Islamabad on their joint efforts to tackle anti-Muslim sentiment, told TRT World that there is more to come besides launching a TV channel to tackle anti-Muslim hatred worldwide.

What attracts foreign tourists to Turkey?

A rich culture, historic sites, and awe-inspiring natural features attract millions from around the world to Turkey each year.

Black Musa: the forgotten hero of the Ottoman Empire

As part of a series, TRT World explores stories of fascinating personalities of African descent whose historical contribution have been largely ignored.

49 journalists murdered in 2019 - RSF

The "historically low" number mostly died covering conflicts in Yemen, Syria and Afghanistan, the RSF said with its head Christophe Deloire warning that the number of journalists murdered in countries supposedly at peace is still alarmingly high.

Rwanda is a land at peace with itself

The Rwandan Embassy has taken exception to an article published in TRT World. This is a rebuttal from the Rwandan Ambassador to Turkey, His Excellency Williams Nkurunziza.

Title holders Liverpool face Atletico in Champions League last 16

Thirteen-time winners Real Madrid were drawn against English champions Manchester City while title-holders Liverpool must face Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid in the Champions League round of 16 following Monday's draw.