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20 Turkish Soldiers Killed in Georgia Military Plane Crash

Members of emergency services work at the site of the Turkish C-130 military cargo plane crash near the Azerbaijani border, in Sighnaghi municipality, Georgia. Turkey’s Ministry of Defense announced that 20 soldiers were killed when a military transport plane crashed in Georgia . The aircraft, a C-130 cargo plane, had departed from Azerbaijan and was en route to Turkey when communication was lost shortly after takeoff. Georgian emergency teams reported that 18 bodies were recovered at the crash site , with search operations continuing to locate the remaining victims. Witnesses shared footage showing the plane breaking apart mid-air before spiraling down into farmland near the Azerbaijani border. This tragedy is Turkey’s deadliest military aviation accident in recent years . Both Turkish and Georgian authorities have launched investigations, and officials confirmed that the aircraft’s black box has been recovered . President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expressed condolences to the families...

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Looming U.S. Port Strike Threatens Supply Chain Stability

 

As the possibility of a U.S. port strike looms, experts warn of severe disruptions to supply chains that could have far-reaching consequences. The potential work stoppage at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports could lead to significant delays, with cargo backlogs lasting for weeks or even months.

Fraser Johnson, a professor at Western University’s Ivey Business School, emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating that an East Coast port strike would be “absolutely devastating” to North American supply chains. The breakdown in contract negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and port operators has heightened concerns, with no resolution in sight.

The impact of such a strike would extend beyond the U.S., affecting global trade and logistics. Businesses reliant on timely shipments could face inventory shortages, increased costs, and operational challenges. As the October 1 deadline approaches, stakeholders are anxiously monitoring the situation, hoping for a resolution that averts a major supply chain crisis.


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