Istanbul is strengthening its role in high-level diplomatic travel as Türkiye hosts major defence talks involving Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. The meeting brings fresh attention to the city’s hotels, airports, secure transport and event infrastructure, while leaving existing visa, passport and tourism rules unchanged.

Israel cancels Itamar Ben Gvir’s planned New York visit for a UN policing conference, raising diplomatic, legal, and travel implications worldwide

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