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Summary
Domestic
The month's domestic focus centered on achievements in aviation and national infrastructure. The government highlighted that Istanbul Airport was the second-busiest airport in Europe last year, framing this as a significant national accomplishment and a sign of resilience amid global turbulence. In a related development, Turkish Airlines reported carrying a record 92.6 million passengers in 2025 and has begun constructing new facilities valued at $2.3 billion, signaling a major operational expansion.
International
In international economic relations, significant obstacles emerged for major trade agreements. A major trade pact between the European Union and the South American bloc Mercosur was blocked in Germany, with opposition from both the Green party and the far-right AfD, citing concerns over environmental and social standards. Separately, the European Parliament suspended its approval process for a trade deal with the United States. This pause coincides with broader EU hesitation in formulating a response to new tariff threats from the US, marking a notable stall in transatlantic trade relations.
Domestic and International Topics
7 topics | 62 sources
BG/RO/MDDrones have attacked three oil tankers in the Black Sea. The tankers were reportedly Greek-owned. Kazakhstan, a major oil producer, has asked the United States and Europe to help secure oil transport routes following the attacks. This comes as Kazakhstan's own oil production has reportedly fallen by about 35%.
topic:oilplace:black sea
Jan 14
TRPresident Erdogan announced that Istanbul Airport was the second-busiest airport in Europe last year. He also spoke about Turkey's resilience and its future prospects in a turbulent global environment.
person:erdogan
Jan 19
An explosion was reported at an oil refinery in northwestern Turkey. Separately, there are reports that a blockade on Venezuela is threatening oil flows to China and restricting global supplies.
topic:oil
Jan 21 — Jan 29
A major trade deal involving the Mercosur bloc of South American countries is being criticized. Reports describe it as a trade agreement with significant flaws, though the specific problems are not detailed in the headlines.
org:mercosurtopic:trade agreement
Jan 17
EUThe European Parliament has decided to suspend a tariff agreement with the United States. This comes as the EU is hesitating to give a strong response to new tariff threats from the US.
org:eutopic:tariffs
Jan 21
Trump has proposed imposing new tariffs on countries that trade with Iran and Cuba. He specifically mentioned a 25 percent tariff on nations that have oil deals with Iran.
person:trumptopic:tariffs
Jan 30
DEVolkswagen is launching a major effort to regain its position in the important Chinese car market. The company plans to introduce 30 new models, including a new version of its ID. Polo, as part of this strategy.
org:volkswagen
Jan 28
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