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Beijing, Ankara hail PAF's combat edge amid tensions with India
Beijing, Ankara hail PAF's combat edge amid tensions with India

Time of India

time09-07-2025

  • Politics
  • Time of India

Beijing, Ankara hail PAF's combat edge amid tensions with India

ISLAMABAD: In a rare show of coordinated praise, senior defence officials from China and Turkiye have commended the combat readiness and operational capability of the following last month's four-day conflict with India, a development seen in Islamabad as quiet validation of its evolving airpower doctrine. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In back-to-back high-level visits to Air Headquarters in Islamabad this week, top officials from the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) and the Turkish ministry of defence hailed PAF's 'decisive' response and 'battle-proven' performance during the May clashes. China's Chief of Air Staff, Lt Gen Wang Gang, met PAF chief Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu on Tuesday and described Pakistan's aerial actions as 'a textbook example of precision, discipline and courage in the face of unprovoked aggression'. He praised PAF's integration of multi-domain operations (MDOs), calling it a 'hallmark of modern air warfare', and expressed interest in adopting elements of PAF's doctrine for the PLAAF. A day later, on Wednesday, Turkiye defence minister Yaşar Güler offered similar praise. Calling the PAF's performance 'exceptional', Güler lauded Sidhu's 'insightful leadership' and highlighted PAF's role in the 'resolute defence of national sovereignty'. He also proposed expanded cooperation in training, unmanned aerial systems, and disruptive technologies. Güler's visit coincided with the arrival of Turkiye foreign minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday, signalling coordinated diplomatic and military outreach as Pakistan seeks to shore up support from key allies. Neither China nor Turkiye elaborated on the details of the May conflict — downplayed by Islamabad and denied outright by New Delhi — but both echoed Pakistan's military narrative, offering a diplomatic boost as Islamabad contends with regional isolation and growing India-West defence ties. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Both delegations were briefed on PAF's restructured posture, including its focus on AI-driven targeting and cyber-electronic warfare. PLAAF officials reportedly showed strong interest in the JF-17 Block III, a jointly developed fighter jet now equipped with AESA (active electronically scanned array) radar and advanced avionics. The Turkish side proposed joint working groups to fast-track industry-to-industry ties — part of Ankara's push to expand its defence footprint in South Asia amid rising collaboration with Pakistan on drones, pilot training, and aerospace development. The rare twin endorsements from two of Pakistan's closest allies reflect a shifting regional balance, with China and Turkiye increasingly positioning themselves as strategic counterweights to India's deepening ties with the US, France and Israel. While India denies any aerial losses, the external praise for PAF suggests otherwise, raising questions about whether these visits signal deeper strategic alignment or simply calculated shows of support. Islamabad and Ankara on Wednesday agreed to boost their cooperation in a range of sectors, including defence, trade, energy and infrastructure, aiming to enhance bilateral trade volume to $5 billion. This was agreed during talks between Fidan and Guler with Pakistan foreign minister Ishaq Dar here. 'Pakistan would like to benefit from Turkiye's expertise and experiences in this (defence) field,' Dar said. 'We are actively engaged in different activities, including capacity building and counterterrorism,' Dar said, describing Turkiye as a "trusted friend" and a "reliable brother'. "We are pursuing the establishment of a Special Economic Zone dedicated to Turkish entrepreneurs at Karachi,' Dar said. He also mentioned finalising the revival of the Istanbul-Tehran-Islamabad train.

Turkish defence minister commends PAF's role in conflict with India
Turkish defence minister commends PAF's role in conflict with India

Express Tribune

time09-07-2025

  • Business
  • Express Tribune

Turkish defence minister commends PAF's role in conflict with India

Listen to article Turkish Defence Minister Yaşar Güler has lauded the Pakistan Air Force's exceptional performance under the leadership of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu in the four-day war with India, commending its operational preparedness and resolute defence of national sovereignty. A high-level delegation led by Güler called on Air Chief Marshal Sidhu during a visit to the Air Headquarters in Islamabad on Wednesday, the military's media wing reported. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting covered discussions on evolving regional security dynamics, the progress of ongoing defence cooperation, and prospects for future collaboration in emerging domains of warfare. During the meeting, the chief of the air staff highlighted the enduring brotherly ties between Pakistan and Turkiye, emphasising the common aspirations and strategic convergence that bind the two nations. He reaffirmed the Pakistan Air Force's (PAF) steadfast resolve to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the fields of advanced training and aerospace technologies. TURKISH DEFENCE DELEGATION VISITS AIR HEADQUARTERS — DGPR (AIR FORCE) (@DGPR_PAF) July 9, 2025 The statement added that both dignitaries agreed on the establishment of dedicated joint working groups to streamline and accelerate progress across various sectors of mutual interest. Highlighting the longstanding fraternal ties between Turkiye and Pakistan, Güler conveyed Turkiye's earnest desire to bolster bilateral defence relations through deeper industry-to-industry collaboration. He particularly emphasised the need to explore joint ventures in cutting-edge domains, including disruptive technologies, advanced avionics, and unmanned aerial systems. Read More: Chinese air force chief lauds PAF's performance in conflict with India The statement further mentioned that the Turkish defence minister expressed appreciation for the PAF's continued support in the pilot exchange programme, which he described as a vital initiative for fostering professional growth and operational understanding between the two air forces. 'Both dignitaries concurred on finalising the modalities for enhanced training collaboration and reaffirmed their strong commitment to expanding the scale and scope of joint bilateral and multilateral air exercises,' it added. The visit of the Turkish defence minister to the Air Headquarters in Islamabad reflects the shared commitment of both nations to enhance strategic cooperation, solidify defence ties, and promote lasting institutional linkages between the Armed Forces of Pakistan and Turkey, the ISPR stated. A day earlier, the Chief of Staff of China's People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF), Lt General Wang Gang, also praised the PAF leadership for its professional acumen and strategic foresight while paying tribute to the exemplary performance of the PAF during the recent conflict with India. A high-level defence delegation, led by Lt General Gang, visited Air Chief Marshal Sidhu at Air Headquarters in Islamabad. Lt General Gang praised PAF pilots for delivering a decisive and measured response under the resolute leadership of Air Chief Marshal Sidhu, describing it as a textbook example of precision, discipline, and courage in the face of unprovoked aggression.

Methane gas kills 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq cave operation
Methane gas kills 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq cave operation

Euronews

time07-07-2025

  • Health
  • Euronews

Methane gas kills 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq cave operation

Twelve Turkish soldiers have died after being exposed to methane gas during a cave search operation in northern Iraq, the country's Defence Ministry confirmed on Monday. Nineteen troops were exposed to the colourless and odourless gas, with five dying on Sunday and a further seven succumbing to its effects the following day. The condition of the remaining seven soldiers is not known. The troops were on a mission to recover the remains of a comrade killed three years ago by Kurdish militants. Turkish authorities described the deaths as a "tragic event", with the country's Defence Minister Yasar Güler and senior military officials travelling to northern Iraq to conduct assessments and attend a formal repatriation ceremony. Speaking at the event, Güler praised the victims for their 'great courage and sacrifice". 'Our grief is immense and our feelings are beyond words," he said. The deaths occurred in the mountainous region where the Turkish army began an offensive in April 2022 against the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), which Ankara and its Western allies deem a terrorist organisation. The PKK has been engaged in a four-decade conflict with the Turkish state. The group announced in May that it would disarm as part of a proposed peace initiative, with fighters expected to begin surrendering their weapons in the coming days, marking the first tangible step towards disarmament. The cave, located at an altitude of 852 metres, had reportedly been used by the PKK as a field hospital.

Xabi Alonso to change Arda Güler's position at Real Madrid
Xabi Alonso to change Arda Güler's position at Real Madrid

Yahoo

time09-06-2025

  • Sport
  • Yahoo

Xabi Alonso to change Arda Güler's position at Real Madrid

Incoming Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso is planning to make use of the talents of Arda Güler in a deeper role next season and beyond. That's according to Diario AS, who have on Monday provided an insight into the situation. Advertisement Güler will of course imminently see the competition for places in the attacking midfield role at Real Madrid increase yet further. This comes with Los Blancos having tied up a deal for River Plate sensation Franco Mastantuono. With the two players boasting similar profiles – technically elite, left-footed and with a creative flair – fans of Güler, in turn, may have been concerned when it comes to the Turk's prospects in Spain's capital moving forward. As alluded to above, though, if the latest word stemming from the Spanish media is anything to go by, such fans need not fret. As per a report from AS, after Güler impressed in fleeting minutes in the role last season: 'The club's strategy is to continue converting Güler into a (deeper) midfielder, a playmaker with precision from set pieces thanks to his excellent shot.' Conor Laird – GSFN

Biopic of Turkish-Armenian Photojournalist Ara Güler Becomes First Film to Be Jointly Produced by Historically Hostile Turkey and Armenia (EXCLUSIVE)
Biopic of Turkish-Armenian Photojournalist Ara Güler Becomes First Film to Be Jointly Produced by Historically Hostile Turkey and Armenia (EXCLUSIVE)

Yahoo

time16-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Yahoo

Biopic of Turkish-Armenian Photojournalist Ara Güler Becomes First Film to Be Jointly Produced by Historically Hostile Turkey and Armenia (EXCLUSIVE)

A biopic about Turkish-Armenian photojournalist Ara Güler is becoming the first film to be co-produced by Turkey and Armenia. The neighboring countries are historically hostile nations due to the fact that Turkey rejects use of the word 'genocide' to describe the killings of more than a million Armenians and other Christian minorities by Ottoman Turks. The biopic, titled 'Hello,' will be directed by Ela Alyamac and Aren Perdeci, whose 'Lost Birds' (2016) is the first film shot in Turkey to depict the mass deportations and genocide of Armenians during the Ottoman Empire in 1915. More from Variety Storyboard Media Re-Teams With 'Maybe It's True What They Say About Us' Director Camilo Becerra on Coming-of-Age Drama 'The Sky That We Paint' (EXCLUSIVE) 'Reedland' Review: Outstanding Slow-Burn Thriller Announces Potentially Major New Dutch Director Sven Bresser Beta Reveals Sales for 'Let It Rain,' 'The Physician II,' 'The Light' Alyamac from Turkey's Kara Kedi Film company and Ani Galtsyan from Armenia's Anso Films signed the agreement to produce 'Hello' in tandem at the Cannes Marché du Film on Friday. 'Hello' is being hailed as 'the first-ever narrative feature film co-produced by Turkey and Armenia, representing a bold and unprecedented act of cultural cooperation and renewed understanding,' according to statement from the directors. Güler is known globally for his portraits of scores of 20th century icons ranging from Pablo Picasso to Winston Churchill. The directors, who are of Armenian descent, developed a close rapport with Güler the year before he passed away and worked with him to develop his life story into the screenplay for a film with the working title 'Hello.' Though the film will explore various aspects of his career and exotic travels, at its core it is a three-day journey the photographer made with his father to the Armenian village where he was born. 'Guler always told us his greatest journey was taking his father back home,' the directors told Variety when the project was first unveiled. Besides documenting top 20th century personalities, Güler, who died in 2018, gained fame for his images of a bygone Istanbul, which earned him the moniker 'Istanbul's Eye.' He established a long collaboration with Nobel Prize-winning Turkish author Orhan Pamuk. Guler's photographs were included in the 2003 Pamuk book 'Istanbul: Memories and the City.' He also directed the 1975 doc 'End of the Hero,' about a World War I battle cruiser. The Dogus Corp. of Turkey, which owns the Ara Güler Archives and Research Center and the Ara Güler Museum, is collaborating on the biopic project. Panavision is set to repurpose Güler's originally owned lenses to shoot the film, according to the directors. 'Hello,' which is supported by the Turkish Ministry of Culture's Cinema Fund, also received a pre-purchase funding award from Turkish public broadcaster TRT's 12 Punto script development platform. Cast and plans for start of shoot are still being kept under wraps. 'At a time when artistic collaboration can be a catalyst for healing and connection, 'Hello' aims to demonstrate the power of cinema to transcend borders, foster mutual understanding, and celebrate shared heritage,' the directors stated. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival

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