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Turkish Ambassador Ahmet Demirok Concludes His Diplomatic Mission in Turkmenistan

15 Aug. 16:40

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An official reception was held in Ashgabat to mark the conclusion of the diplomatic mission of Ahmet Demirok, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Türkiye to Turkmenistan. The event brought together senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, heads of diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited in the country, alongside partners and guests.

Addressing the gathering, the Ambassador expressed his sincere gratitude to the host nation for its warm hospitality and the continuous support provided throughout his tenure. He emphasized that the deep-rooted cultural, historical, and spiritual ties shared by the two nations form an enduring bond that transcends conventional diplomatic relations, fostering a true sense of brotherhood.

Reflecting on recent achievements, Ambassador Demirok highlighted significant advancements across key areas of bilateral cooperation, including trade, infrastructure development, educational exchanges, and public diplomacy. He noted that joint initiatives implemented during his tenure have further solidified the strategic partnership between Ankara and Ashgabat.

In his closing remarks, the diplomat commended the national leadership of Turkmenistan for their unwavering commitment to enhancing bilateral ties. He expressed confidence that the strong foundation built over the years will ensure the continued growth and prosperity of the diplomatic and economic partnership between the two brotherly nations.

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Seismic First: Scientists Officially Confirm Natural Earthquakes in Lithuania

10 Oct. 10:55

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The Geological Survey of Lithuania, supported by seismologists from the University of Helsinki, has officially confirmed the occurrence of natural tectonic earthquakes within the country’s borders for the first time. The seismic events, measuring 2.4 and 2.7 on the magnitude scale, occurred in western Lithuania near the Gargždai fault zone in December 2025. Furthermore, updated analysis of international seismic data allowed experts to reclassify a previously ambiguous 2015 tremor as a natural earthquake rather than human-induced activity.

Although the low-intensity quakes caused no structural damage or casualties, they mark the first instrumentally verified natural tectonic events recorded in modern Lithuanian history.

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