TurkishPress · Daily Brief
Thursday, 18 June 2026

Today's sources: Anadolu Agency (26 items, all Turkish-language wire, summarised in English by TurkishPress).

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks about the understanding reached with Iran
Lead · Middle East

US has no relationship of trust with Iran, every step tied to performance, Hegseth says

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the understanding reached between Washington and Tehran came about as a result of American strength. He stressed that there is no relationship of trust between the two sides and that every step forward depends on performance.

TR Source: Anadolu Agency →

Türkiye

Middle East

World

Mikumi National Park showcases Tanzania's rich wildlife

Mikumi National Park in Tanzania's Morogoro region stands out as one of East Africa's notable wildlife centers, thanks to its abundant fauna and ecological links to the country's largest conservation areas.

TRSource: Anadolu Agency

Economy

Culture

Cinema tickets to carry discounts of up to 70 percent

Under a regulation by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, cinema tickets may carry discounts of up to 40 percent for students and public employees, up to 50 percent for people with disabilities and relatives of veterans and fallen soldiers, and up to 70 percent under a "special film ticket" scheme.

TRSource: Anadolu Agency

Science & Tech

In focus: children on digital platforms

Experts are calling for legal sanctions on social media companies and strict age verification to protect children who struggle to step away from screens because impulse control is still developing.

TRSource: Anadolu Agency

Sport

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