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Here’s a rundown of all the news you need to start your Sunday, including Sweden’s consideration of banning desecration of the Koran, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s comments on the Russia-Ukraine war, and a phone call between the Turkish foreign minister and the U.S. Secretary of State. .
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Sweden considers banning desecration of the Qur’an
Sweden is considering banning desecration of the Qur’an due to recent incidents of burning the holy book of Muslims in that country.
According to Aftonbladet newspaper’s report, Justice Minister Gunnar Strommer said authorities are considering whether changes in existing regulations are necessary to put an end to such actions.
Salwan Momika burned the Koran under police protection in front of the Stockholm Mosque last month. The incident received widespread condemnation from Muslim countries such as Jordan, Palestine and Saudi Arabia.
Turkey’s president described the country’s stance on the Russia-Ukraine war as ‘just and balanced’
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that Turkey maintains a “fair and balanced” stance on the Russia-Ukraine war.
Speaking at the ceremony, Erdogan said, “As Turkey, we have taken a fair and balanced stance in the war between Russia and Ukraine… While we strengthened our ties with Ukraine, we did not allow our relations with the Russian Federation to deteriorate.”
The comments came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s recent visit to Istanbul, where he discussed relations, regional and international issues and ongoing developments in the war.
Turkish foreign minister discusses NATO-related issues with his US counterpart
The Turkish foreign minister and the US Secretary of State held a phone call on Saturday to discuss NATO-related and global issues.
Turkish diplomatic sources stated that the discussion covered NATO’s enlargement process and the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The two officials also exchanged views on the upcoming NATO leaders’ summit and the UN’s cross-border aid efforts in Syria.
NEWS IN BRIEF
A study by care groups revealed that about 27% of nursing homes and related facilities in Japan could face bankruptcy or closure in the coming years due to rising prices and service costs.During Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Turkey, the retrofit agreement signed cooperation in strategic industries focused on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), autonomous systems, engine research and development, production and maintenance. Black Sea.Iran has executed two people who were involved in the attack on a popular temple in the southern Fars province that left 13 people dead. Early presidential elections will be held in Uzbekistan on Sunday.French citizens took to the streets on Saturday in memory of Black Adama Traore, who died in a police raid in 2016 . According to media reports, thousands of people across Israel held demonstrations for the 27th week in a row to protest a government-proposed judicial overhaul plan. Zelenskyy has returned, according to the commanders of the five Azov Battalions who had previously been in Turkey.
SPORTS
Danish cyclist Pedersen wins stage 8 of the Tour de France
Danish cyclist Mads Pedersen won the eighth stage of the Tour de France.
Mads Pedersen of the Lidl-Trek team completed the 201 kilometers (124 miles) stage from Libourne to Limoges in four hours, 12 minutes and 26 seconds.
Kostas Sloukas and Panathinaikos reach agreement
After saying goodbye to Olympiakos, Kostas Sloukas agreed with Panathinaikos on a 3-year contract.
In a statement from EuroLeague, “Three-time Turkish Airlines EuroLeague champion Kostas Sloukas signed a three-year contract with the Greens, breaking the Olympiacos Piraeus-Panathinaikos Athens divide, this move created shock waves all over Europe.”
Sloukas helped Olympiacos win back-to-back EuroLeague collections in 2012 and 2013 before joining Fenerbahçe in 2015.
BUSINESS AND ECONOMY
Greece to spend more than $12.5 billion on weapons between Turkey and ‘window of opportunity’
It is expected to spend another 11.5 billion euros ($12.62 billion) on weapons over the next four years in a “window of opportunity” in relations with Turkey, as announced by the Greek defense minister on Saturday.
Speaking in parliament, Nikos Dendias said 19 major procurements are planned over the next four years, including the modernization of at least 20 F-35 fighter jets and 37 F-16 Block 50 aircraft.
Goods arrived in Pakistan by trucks from Russia after the oil tanker arrived in June
Goods arrived in Pakistan from Russia after an oil tanker arrived in June amid escalating trade between Islamabad and Moscow.
The Russian Embassy in Islamabad said that the first cargo truck from Russia to Pakistan has arrived under the International Transport Routes (TIR) Agreement.
“As of May 2023, trade between Russia and Pakistan has increased by almost 50% and exceeded $760 million. Another step towards strengthening cooperation in trade between them.”
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