People Power Party secures 12 out of 17 city mayors' seats, provincial governorships.

War in Ukraine will decide whether freedom will be preserved for everyone in Europe, Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells Bratislava Forum.

President extends warm wishes to monarch as she celebrates Platinum Jubilee marking longest reign by British royal.

Civilian casualties decreased significantly during truce.

Visit aims at ‘freeing up stocks of cereals and fertilizers, blockage of which has hit African countries,’ official statement says.

Country starts Platinum Jubilee celebrations for long-reigning queen, age 96, set to last 4 days.

PKK listed as terrorist organization by Türkiye, European Union, US, and is responsible for the deaths of 40,000 people, including women, children, infants.

'No matter how long process is, we live with hope of returning back to our home', displaced person says.

War-driven food price inflation continues to strongly pick up, reaching 11.5%.

Details of roadmap to be discussed in coming days at meeting with participation of Russia, Ukraine, Türkiye, UN officials.

Head of agency says criminals focused on selling guns, heavy weapons in EU.

'A large amount of Turkish people, ordinary citizens, have lost their lives in terrorist attacks,' says Sauli Niinisto.

Protesters walk from Highbury and Islington station to Leicester Square under police cordon.

Beijing slams Washington on ‘opaque’ statement on China’s deals with Pacific Island countries.

On International Day for Protection of Children, UN says almost two-thirds of children in Ukraine displaced, calls for cease-fire.

Vladimir Putin, Nikol Pashinyan speak about implementation of Nagorno-Karabakh agreement in wake of 2020 war, bilateral ties.

‘Lives of millions’ are at risk, ‘especially in poorest countries,’ due to blockade, warns Pope Francis.

Ankara preparing to clear northern Syria's Tal Rifat, Manbij in operation to establish 30-km security zone south of Turkish border, says Erdogan.

Rebel-held Sanaa Airport closed by Saudi-led coalition since 2016.

Visiting Shehbaz Sharif says current level of $1.1B trade between 2 countries insufficient.

Far-right groups, governing bodies, criticize Gerald Darmanin in comments over ticketing for Liverpool vs. Real Madrid match.

It is not possible to remain silent in the face of what is happening in Palestine now, Mahmoud Abbas tells Antony Blinken.

War in Ukraine raises uncertainty, putting further pressure on energy, agriculture prices, central bank says.

Envoy to meet with senior Turkish officials to discuss Türkiye's crucial role in facilitation of cross-border assistance.

Antonio Guterres 'extremely grateful' for support Turkey is giving to address situation: Stephane Dujarric.

Lavrov, accompanying delegation arrive in Saudi capital on official visit.

Ankara in contact with Russia, Ukraine, UN on food export issue, says Ibrahim Kalin.

'I would say this is an ongoing dialogue,' says Magdalena Andersson.

French president says hopeful of agreement to allow export of foodgrains stuck due to blockade.

WHO European regional chief says potential for transmission of monkeypox during summer is high.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Shehbaz Sharif set to have one-on-one meeting, followed by joint news conference.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, June 1, 2022.

3-day holiday saw mass shootings in 11 states that also left 63 injured, according to Gun Violence Archive.

German chancellor says 6th sanctions package will make Russia 'pay consequences for its actions'.

Orsted says it is prepared for this scenario and will continue to pay in euros, not rubles as demanded by Moscow.

Rome trying to find new gas suppliers in Africa and elsewhere.

EU leaders discuss proposals on energy transition, defense reforms, food security on 2nd day of summit.

54 letters from Tory MPs needed to be submitted to party's decision making 1922 Committee to trigger vote of confidence.

Russian, Bahraini foreign ministers meet in Manama.

Minister hopes decision will help boost tourism this summer.

Energy expected to have highest annual increase of 39.2% in May, according to Eurostat.

Berri re-elected for seventh times.

57% likely to take fewer trips due to high price of gasoline.

World Meteorological Organization warns food calamity for East Africa likely to worsen after unprecedented drought.

Former Jamaat leader among 3 elderly men sentenced over murders, kidnap, arson attacks during 1971 Liberation War.

Families to approach UN, EU, European Court of Human Rights for justice.

South Ossetia's new leader suspends scheduled referendum as Russia's war in Ukraine rages on.

150 soldiers killed over last day alone, according to Ukrainian General Staff.

Azerbaijan's Zangezur corridor to promote closer integration between Europe, Asia, says Azerbaijani ambassador to Turkiye.

30 Chinese jets, including Su-35 fighters, cross into self-ruled Taiwan island’s air space in 2nd biggest ‘incursion’ this year.

It is Israel’s 1st free trade agreement signed with any Arab country.

Islamabad expected to send 3rd batch of humanitarian aid on Thursday.

President Erdogan pens article for The Economist on why Türkiye is blocking Sweden and Finland from joining NATO.

Global food crisis, energy security, bilateral relations, developments in Syria, Ukraine also discussed.

Ankara ready to provide more support, including mediation between Russia, Ukraine, says Turkish President Erdogan.

In exclusive interview with Anadolu Agency, newly elected Pakistan PM Sharif talks range of issues, including economy and regional politics.

Christopher Waller says he is prepared to do more if data suggests inflation is 'stubbornly high'.

Disguised museumgoer smears dessert on glass housing world-famous work of art, yelling: 'Think about the Earth'.

Russian foreign minister to visit Türkiye with military delegation on June 8, says Turkish foreign minister.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, May 31, 2022.

Stationing troops on islands violates 1923 Treaty of Lausanne, 1947 Treaty of Paris.

New Luna, now called as Terra 2.0, falls to as low as $3.63 on Monday, after seeing $19.54 during weekend.

Hungarian prime minister appreciates new version of sanctions draft but prepares to fight to get exemptions for his country.

Conversation is only right way to resolve open issues, reach sustainable agreement, says President Aleksandar Vucic.

Hulusi Akar meets Mohammed Bin Ahmad Al Bowardi in Abu Dhabi.

Inflation at highest point since German reunification, similar level last seen in 1973-74, says statistical agency.

New version of sanctions package bans seaborne oil, exempts pipeline oil in line with Hungary’s demands, according to source.

Rice rises 1.8%, soybeans 1.6%, coffee 5.9%, cocoa 1.5% last week.

Meeting will offer opportunity to explore ways to further consolidate economic relations, bank says.

Last round of Syrian constitutional talks ended in March with no signs of whether they would proceed to next level.

Event distributes awards of total $153,000.

Alliance will 'reset deterrence, defense for a more dangerous world,' says Jens Stoltenberg.

Israel seeks to export gas to Egypt to be shipped to Europe.

Japan lodges ‘strong protest’ with South Korea through diplomatic channels, demands ‘immediate cessation’.

Fiji premier, top Chinese diplomat co-chair 2nd meeting of China, Pacific Island countries.

Gustavo Petro faces anti-establishment, anti-corruption candidate.

There is need for steps to minimize negative effects of war in Ukraine, reestablish groundwork for peace, says Turkish President Erdogan.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Monday, May 30, 2022.

As international community marks World Hunger Day on weekend, women and children in Tanzania continue to suffer from nutritional deficiencies.

Health officials are looking into country’s 1st imported case from US.

Collapse of Abadan building is one of deadliest disasters in Iran in recent years.

Ticketless fans and ones holding fakes disrupted entry to stadium, causing nearly an hour delay in start to Liverpool-Real Madrid match.

150 soldiers killed over last day alone, according to Ukrainian General Staff.

Swedish director's social satire co-produced by Turkiye's TRT.

'Diyarbakir mothers are waging one of the largest and most powerful civil resistances to save their children,' says official.

Turkish institutions such as Red Crescent, TIKA, Maarif Foundation provide, sustainable humanitarian aid efforts in Africa.

Search operation launched to find small plane missing in Nepal's mountains.

Trip by Hulusi Akar will be first official visit by Turkish defense minister to UAE in 15 years.

Thousands flock from all corners of country to mark milestone day at protest site, slam PKK/YPG terror group, its abduction and forced recruitment of children.

Alliance of International Doctors center in northern Syria performs about 100 cataract operations every month.

German chancellor, French president also ask Russian leader to hold 'serious direct negotiations' with Ukrainian president.

Pope Francis expressed his gratitude to Turkiye, which has been working for peace, says Turkiye's Vatican Ambassador Goktas.

Turkish president to have separate phone calls with Russian, Ukrainian counterparts, will continue to boost paths for dialogue and diplomacy.

Conquest ended 1,058-year-old Byzantine Empire, made Istanbul new capital of Ottoman Empire.

Turkiye aims to establish ties with African peoples directly, based on mutual respect, in interest of African peoples.

Turkiye, Azerbaijan are two 'brotherly countries' that share common history, culture, sorrow, joys, says Turkish vice president.

Mustafa Varank speaks to AA on sidelines of Teknofest Azerbaijan.

250 soldiers killed over past day alone, according to Ukrainian General Staff.

Turkiye strongly supports Azerbaijan's efforts to establish lasting peace with Armenia, says President Erdogan at Teknofest in capital Baku.

Zircon missile successfully launched in Arctic Barents Sea, says Defense Ministry.