Turkey-Iraq Energy: Turkey and Iraq are nearing a one-year extension of their 1973 crude oil pipeline deal, due to expire July 27, to keep oil flowing from Kirkuk to the Mediterranean port of Ceyhan as other routes face pressure. US-Turkey Security: President Trump flew partway home from the NATO summit in Turkey on an older Air Force One after a surprise aircraft swap, raising fresh questions about security upgrades on the newer Qatari-gifted jet. Cyprus Gas Row: The EU urged Turkey to respect Cyprus’ sovereignty after Ankara and Turkish Cypriot authorities signed a natural gas pipeline agreement, with Brussels warning it violates EU member-state rights. Armenian Cemetery Vandalism: Six graves and a fountain were damaged at Istanbul’s Surp Garabed Armenian Cemetery in Üsküdar; police were notified, but no suspect has been identified. Corporate Finance: Vestel hired Houlihan Lokey to lead talks on restructuring its $500mn eurobond, signaling stress around the May 2029 maturity. Social Media Rules: EU leaders backed age limits for children using social platforms, with Turkey cited among countries moving toward restrictions. Sports: A Ghanaian defender, Joseph Attamah, joined Turkish second-tier Sariyerspor ahead of the new season.