US outbreak does not rise to 'the level of the kind of concern that existed with COVID-19,' says president.

Sweden, Finland to continue bilateral, tripartite negotiations with Ankara, says Prime Minister Andersson.

Figure propelled by war in Ukraine, other deadly conflicts, says UNHCR.

Tedros says COVID-19 pandemic far from over, urges support for universal health care.

Dollar/ruble exchange rate falls to 57.1 as of 12.30 GMT.

Turkiye's policy on Africa is based on many different soft power tools such as trade relations, humanitarian aid, flight diplomacy, media, cultural diplomacy, education.

Kremlin spokesman says Russia does not block ground routes for export of grain from Ukraine.

Gold gains 1.9%, silver 3%, palladium 1.2%, platinum 1.4%.

First in-person meeting after 2-year hiatus due to pandemic.

150 killed over past day, according to Ukrainian General Staff.

Nearly 30 Turkish firms taking part in project, says Turkish president.

‘Any company leaving Russia is welcome to move to Ukraine market, companies would benefit by truly supporting freedom,’ says Zelenskyy.

Country confirms 4 monkeypox cases so far, all related to same festival in Antwerp city.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Monday, May 23, 2022.

Turkish firm Nurol Makina, which signed contract with 4 countries for the vehicle, makes 1st delivery to Chad.

LUNA's collapse causes instability in coin market.

Jeffry Flake told warning was unacceptable, created misperception about Turkiye, according to Foreign Ministry sources.

Foreign Ministry advises Turkish citizens living in US to avoid gatherings with wide participation for their safety.

Emin Yogurtcuoglu photographed desert-eared lark, recorded as Turkiye's 496th species.

Hulusi Akar, Gen. Qamar Bajwa hold meeting in garrison city of Rawalpindi.

Pakistani foreign minister visits China as longtime allies mark 71 years of diplomatic ties.

Turkish President Erdogan speaks to NATO Secretary Stoltenberg, says Communications Directorate.

1.5 million forced to leave homeland by Russian Empire; 500,000 perished.

High incentives from governments to households and fragile sectors raise public debts.

It is Turkiye's 'most natural right' to expect support for legitimate struggle against clear security threat, says president.

Veteran Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh killed while covering Israeli raid in Jenin.

Lebanon has been grappling with severe economic crisis since 2019.

Firm's gas delivery dropping to 45.9M cubic meters on Saturday, down from 62.4M on Friday.

Premier Scott Morrison concedes defeat as Labor Party returns to power after almost a decade.

Finnish energy firm does not make payment in rubles, Gazprom says.

‘I am having a hard time understanding the way Russian forces acted,’ says Peremoga resident.

Authorities on alert as over 100 cases recently found in more than a dozen countries around the world.

UN’s migration office says most deaths caused by drowning, harsh environmental conditions.

Ankara urges Stockholm to end financial, political and weapon support to terror groups.

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says decision to end operation does not to contribute to restoration of security.

276 million live on breadline; figure may increase by 47 million, says head of millers group.

State Department urges 'dialogue to continue, and for parties to intensify their diplomatic engagements'.

German Chancellor says Berlin will enhance economic ties, energy cooperation with Gulf nation.

Just 2 in 10 adults believe US heading in right direction generally, or that economy is good.

British health secretary says more doses of vaccine effective against monkeypox procured.

Tough contest expected between Premier Scott Morrison's Liberal Party and opposition leader Anthony Albanese's Labour Party.

Bloc aims to support Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, conflict-affected people in Myanmar.

All products removed from list of export restrictions announced by British authorities in December 2021.

Gov't to deploy up to 1,400 troops for UN’s peacekeeping mission for another year at cost of $479M.

As NATO is preparing to incorporate new members into its body, the alliance is turning into an organization on which the sun never sets with the new alliances formed by the US and UK.

Defense Minister Shoygu says NATO's growing military activities create threats for Russia.

Japanese defense minister's warning comes after US voiced similar concerns ahead of Biden's weekend visit to Seoul, Tokyo.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Friday, May 20, 2022.

Child labor could rise in 2022, says report underlining need for social protection.

Social Democratic Party's precondition for Swedish premier to be elected was 'agreement' it made with independent MP Kakabaveh to help YPG/PKK, says foreign affairs editor.

Ozgul E., who is in Turkiye’s list of most wanted terrorists, arrested in southwestern city of Heidelberg.

'It is regrettable to see that Greek authorities continue their irrational efforts to misrepresent history,' says Foreign Ministry.

As result of absence of checks and balances in Russia, Putin launched brutal invasion of Iraq ... 'I mean, of Ukraine,' says George W. Bush.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Thursday, May 19, 2022.

Charges upheld against cement maker for wrongdoings since 2014 after previous ruling overturned.

Russian Foreign Ministry declares 34 French diplomats persona non grata in retaliation for expulsion of Russian diplomats.

If Western financial systems are closed to Russia, it will pay foreigners in rubles as last option, Anton Siluanov says.

Company says unable to fulfill financial obligations.

On Sweden, Finland's bid to join NATO, President Erdogan says it is 'inconsistent' to seek Turkiye's approval when they support PKK/YPG terrorists.

424 minors injured since beginning of Russia's war on Ukraine, says Prosecutor General's Office.

202 Russian aircraft, 441 unmanned aerial vehicles, 1,251 tanks also destroyed, according to Defense Ministry.

Holders of Sberbank's depositary receipts can exchange them for Sberbank's shares by June 16.

NATO ambassadors of Sweden, Finland hand in request to alliance chief Stoltenberg.

Detection of another case in Africa is ‘greatly concerning,’ says official.

Call comes after clashes between rival armed groups in Tripoli.

Interior minister deems Grenoble city’s decision to allow women to wear burkinis in municipal swimming pools unacceptable.

Law amendment to go into effect 10 days after its official publication.

Two countries' alliance shows that a medium-sized regional power may act as a geopolitical center in its own right, protecting other states from global powers.

Nuclear regulator endorses plan to discharge treated nuclear wastewater from Fukushima plant into sea.

Defense Ministry spokesman says 2 Ukrainian fighter jets, 15 unmanned aerial vehicles downed last night.

EPC should not be designed as an alternative to EU membership as this would undermine the Union in the eyes of those aspiring to join it.

Plane with 123 passengers, 9 crew members crashed in mountainous area in Guangxi on March 21.

Experts believe drying up of tourist traffic, rising energy prices, populist measures led to fall in forex reserves and soaring inflation.

Not imposing sanctions on Russia proved to be extremely expensive, says Ana Brnabic.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, May 18, 2022.

Lavrov says China beat US and West, playing their game by their rules.

Statements from Turkiye on Finland's NATO aspirations have changed, hardened very quickly in recent days, says Sauli Niinisto.

Country lacks infrastructure, has no testing capacity or essential medicines for crisis, says UN Human Rights Office spokesperson.

Grenoble city council decision to lift restrictions on clothing at public swimming pools reignites fierce debate.

'Leaders will discuss Finland’s and Sweden’s NATO applications and European security,' says White House.

Foreign Ministry says council has been turning into 'anti-Russian tool'.

The president-elect, in an exclusive interview with Anadolu Agency, says Turkiye has a unique position in Somalia.

Marking Nakba Day, Beijing decries recent killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh.

Land borders separating Spain’s African enclaves from Morocco were closed since March 2020.

As many as 188 lawmakers vote in favor of membership in military alliance.

Ann Linde signs application for her country's NATO bid live at Foreign Ministry.

53 seriously wounded soldiers taken to hospital in town of Novoazovsk, says Ukrainian General Staff.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, May 17, 2022.

NATO membership best way to protect Sweden’s security in light of fundamentally changed security environment, says statement.

At least 46 Palestinian journalists have been killed by Israel since 2000, and no one has been held to account.

Ezidi community calls on world to end PKK terror group’s presence in northern Iraq's Sinjar region.

2 countries, for last 5 years, failed to respond positively to Ankara's demands for extradition of PKK, FETO terrorists, official sources say.

Kenya will elect new president, lawmakers on Aug. 9, concerns of repeat of violence seen after 2017 polls remain high.

Deputy foreign minister expects military tension to increase after new round of NATO expansion.

Newly appointed Prime Minister Wickremesinghe assures nation to resolve ongoing economic crisis soon.

Delegation to arrive in Ankara very soon to evaluate ruling Social Democratic Party's decision to apply for NATO membership, says Swedish foreign minister.

New president sworn in at election venue.

Next government in Germany's most populous state remains unclear, according to early figures.

Lawmakers to discuss decision at Swedish parliament on Monday.

There's an ongoing conversation, says Secretary of State Blinken, adding that he's 'confident' they will reach a consensus.