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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1470, Francesco Armellini Pantalassi de' Medici, Catholic cardinal (died 1528) was born. In 1890, Johann Voldemar Jannsen, Estonian journalist and poet (born 1819) passed away. In 1921, Gabriel Lippmann, Luxembourger physicist and academic, Nobel Prize laureate (born 1845) passed away. In 1927, Simone Veil, French lawyer and politician, President of the European Parliament (died 2017) was born. In 1936, Albert Ayler, American saxophonist and composer (died 1970) was born. In 1966, Natalia Luis-Bassa, Venezuelan-English conductor and educator was born. In 1999, Konstantinos Kollias, Greek general and politician, 168th Prime Minister of Greece (born 1901) passed away. In 2000, Jan Karski, Polish-American activist and academic (born 1914) passed away. In 2008, Bronisław Geremek, Polish historian and politician, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1932) passed away. In 2014, Lorin Maazel, French-American violinist, composer, and conductor (born 1930) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Latvia's honorary consuls muster in Rīga
From 13th to 15th July 2026, the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs will host the 12th Meeting of Latvian Honorary Consuls to provide updates on current issues in Latvian foreign policy, key security policy matters and opportunities for bilateral economic and cultural cooperation.
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Anadolu Agency
· Jul 7, 2026
Panel on Baltic security held as part of NATO Ankara summit
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze, Lithuania’s Permanent Representative to NATO Darius Jauniskis, and Martin Roger, political director at Estonian Foreign Ministry, attend as speakers
Trend News Agency
· Jun 25, 2026
Azerbaijan's Presidential Aide meets with NATO Special Representative
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AzerNews
· Jun 26, 2026
Azerbaijani Defense Minister congratulates military personnel on Armed Forces Day
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Sarajevo Times
· Jul 1, 2026
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs met with Commander of NATO Headquarters Sarajevo Brigadier General James Fowler
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Daily Sabah
· Jul 7, 2026
Güler hosts NATO reception at Türkiye's flagship military HQ
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Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Foreign Affairs
· Jun 30, 2026
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UrduPoint
· Jun 22, 2026
Ambassador meets PAL's Chairperson
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Ukrainska Pravda
· Jul 8, 2026
Zelenskyy and Italy's PM hold meeting on sidelines of NATO summit
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have held a meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit.
Associated Press
· Jul 7, 2026
LIVE: NATO chief Rutte meets Ukraine's Zelenskyy on summit sidelines
Watch live as NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at a defense industry forum on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Turkey. #nato #live #ukraine
Tehran Times
· Jul 3, 2026
Iran Chamber presents 200 investment opportunities to Turkey’s DEIK
TEHRAN- Samad Hassanzadeh, Head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA), met with the head of the Turkey-Iran Business Council at the Foreign Economic Relations Board of Turkey (DEIK), and the head of the Iran-Turkey Joint Chamber of Commerce, in Istanbul.
Borneo Bulletin
· Jun 23, 2026
His Majesty receives outgoing foreign envoys
His Majesty receives outgoing foreign envoys
TRT World
· Jul 7, 2026
One on One with Turkish President's Chief Adviser Akif Cagatay Kilic
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KSAT San Antonio
· Jun 23, 2026
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Hetq
· Jun 30, 2026
Pashinyan, EU Member State Ambassadors Discuss Cooperation
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Investing.com
· Jul 3, 2026
NATO leaders to gather in Ankara, aiming to smooth over tensions with Trump
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Washington Examiner
· Jun 29, 2026
Pentagon announces new Defense Policy Board chaired by Robert Lighthizer
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Sputnik
· Jul 3, 2026
US Coast Guard to Purchase Six State-of-Art Icebreakers for $3.3Bln - Authorities
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Kremlin News
· Jun 30, 2026
[Video] Vladimir Putin attended a farewell ceremony for Sergei IvanovThe President honoured th [...]
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Reuters
· Jul 7, 2026
LIVE: Turkey hosts NATO summit
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Daily Finland
· Jul 8, 2026
Ukraine proposes joint drone production at NATO summit forum
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday called on partners to co-produce advanced drones during the NATO summit held in the Turkish capital, Ankara, reported Xinhua. Speaking at the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum, Zelensky proposed the Drone Deal Initiative, saying the initiative focuses not only on procurement but also on the joint production of unmanned aerial vehicles, fast-track access to critical infrastructure protection, and enhanced security cooperation with countries across Europe, the Gulf, and other regions. Addressing broader air defense requirements, Zelensky said Kyiv was in discussions with U.S. partners regarding Patriot system production licenses. He also called on European nations to prioritize building their own autonomous defense manufacturing capacities. Europe needs affordable mass-produced systems as soon as possible, Zelensky told the forum, adding that securing robust air defense remains the absolute top priority for his administration.
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