Maritime Safety: Turkish authorities are searching the Sea of Marmara after a cargo ship collision near Istanbul left 10 crew missing; the Tugberk Imamoglu is believed to have sunk rapidly, with helicopters and multiple rescue vessels deployed. Kyrenia Ferry Disaster: A Turkish deep-sea rescue ship is joining the search for 20 people still missing after the ferry sinking off Kyrenia; the toll is reported as eight dead and 20 missing, with underwater equipment now expected to help at the wreck site. Regional Security: President Erdoğan said Turkey would consider upgrading ties with the China- and Russia-led Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, stressing it would not mean a break from the West. Israel-Turkey Tensions: Erdoğan warned Greece to stop militarizing Aegean islands, citing demilitarized status under past treaties, while Turkish intelligence chief İbrahim Kalın reportedly made a discreet visit to Athens amid disputes over maritime parks and defense deals. AI Governance: Turkey plans to make basic AI literacy training mandatory for public employees via e-learning, covering safe use, data protection, misinformation and deepfakes. Energy Diplomacy: Putin and Erdoğan discussed Black Sea security and possible talks on Ukraine, alongside continued cooperation on the Akkuyu nuclear power plant.