Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 154, Bardaisan, Syrian astrologer, scholar, and philosopher (died 222) was born. In 1302, Battle of the Golden Spurs (Guldensporenslag in Dutch): A coalition around the Flemish cities defeats the king of France's royal army. In 1410, Ottoman Interregnum: Süleyman Çelebi defeats his brother Musa Çelebi outside the Ottoman capital, Edirne. In 1921, The Red Army captures Mongolia from the White Army and establishes the Mongolian People's Republic. In 1943, World War II: Allied invasion of Sicily: German and Italian troops launch a counter-attack on Allied forces in Sicily. In 1943, Massacres of Poles in Volhynia and Eastern Galicia by the Ukrainian Insurgent Army within the Reichskommissariat Ukraine (Volhynia) peak. In 1972, The first game of the World Chess Championship 1972 between challenger Bobby Fischer and defending champion Boris Spassky starts. In 1973, Konstantinos Kenteris, Greek runner was born. In 1974, Hermann Hreiðarsson, Icelandic footballer and manager was born. In 1998, Panagiotis Kondylis, Greek philosopher and author (born 1943) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Europe Is Turning to Türkiye for Defence and Security
As NATO members boost their defence spending, Türkiye is emerging as a key partner with one of the alliance's largest armies and a rapidly growing defence industry. From drone and warship exports to counterterrorism, energy security and Black Sea co-operation, European governments are deepening ties with Ankara. This comes as the United States’ long-term commitment appears uncertain. Victoria Innes examines why Türkiye is becoming an increasingly important player in Europe's defence strategy.
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TRT World
· Jul 7, 2026
Türkiye helping strengthen Nato's defence industry
As Nato leaders gather in the capital Ankara, Türkiye’s defence industry is taking centre stage—not just as a national success story, but as a strategic asset for the alliance. Belkis Demircan reports.
DawnNews English
· Jul 5, 2026
Turkish Police Disperse Anti-NATO Protesters Ahead of Ankara Summit | Trump Expected at Talks | Dawn
Turkish police dispersed anti-NATO protesters in Ankara ahead of a high-level summit expected to bring together international leaders, including former U.S. President Donald Trump. Authorities stepped up security measures as demonstrators voiced opposition to NATO and broader Western security policies. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #nato #turkey #ankara #donaldtrump #globalnews #geopolitics #europe #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
Modern Diplomacy
· Jul 5, 2026
How Ukraine Became Europe’s Most Important — and Ignored Defense Lesson
Europe’s defense transformation is not a spending problem that more money will solve, rather it’s a doctrinal crisis, and the gap between the warfare Europe has been preparing for and the warfare Ukraine has demonstrated reveals that the continent’s most urgent investment is not in platforms but in fundamentally rethinking how its armies plan, target, [] The post How Ukraine Became Europe’s Most Important — and Ignored Defense Lesson appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
Balkan Insight
· Jun 29, 2026
Letter from Washington: US and EU Square Off Over Balkan Assets
Once a field of cooperation, the Balkans is turning into a battleground for competing US and European visions and interests, says Jovana Djurovic in her latest despatch from DC.
Al Jazeera English
· Jul 6, 2026
NATO summit in Turkiye spotlights Ankara’s push for defence autonomy
The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East are expected to dominate discussions at the NATO summit. The host nation Turkiye is also seeking to strengthen its defence autonomy and expand its role within the alliance. Al Jazeera’s Sinem Koseoglu reports from Istanbul, Turkiye. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #Turkiye #NATO #NATOSummit #Turkey #Ankara #Istanbul #Defense #DefenseAutonomy #Military #Security #BlackSea #UkraineWar #Geopolitics #RussiaUkraineWar #ForeignPolicy #Europe #AlJazeeraEnglish
Al-Monitor
· Jul 8, 2026
Erdogan urges NATO allies to lift defence industry restrictions at summit
ANKARA, July 8 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that NATO allies must lift defence-industry restrictions among them, pressing the case for Ankara to break into some Europe-only initiatives.Restrictions among allies on defence cooperation, especially in the defence industry, must be lifted, Erdogan told the opening of a summit of NATO leaders in Ankara.At a time when a model of cooperation based on common sense and reason is possible, excluding allies that are not members of the (European) Union would lead to artificial divisions in Europe.
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Related coverage for "Europe Is Turning to Türkiye for Defence and Security": TRT World — Türkiye helping strengthen Nato's defence industry. DawnNews English — Turkish Police Disperse Anti-NATO Protesters Ahead of Ankara Summit | Trump Expected at Talks | Dawn. Modern Diplomacy — How Ukraine Became Europe’s Most Important — and Ignored Defense Lesson. Balkan Insight — Letter from Washington: US and EU Square Off Over Balkan Assets. Al Jazeera English — NATO summit in Turkiye spotlights Ankara’s push for defence autonomy. Al-Monitor — Erdogan urges NATO allies to lift defence industry restrictions at summit