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TEHRAN - The historic Iranian city of Isfahan will host the next meeting of the World Tourism Film Festival (CINETOUR) after member countries approved Iran's proposal during the organization's latest gathering in Istanbul, a provincial…

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Svitlana Karabudak (50) used her friend’s Public Services Card to claim one-parent family and child benefit payments from Bundoran Post Office after the friend had returned to Ukraine. Photograph: Bryan O'Brien/The Irish Times

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Tüpraş remained Türkiye’s largest industrial company in 2025, according to the Istanbul Chamber of Industry’s (İSO) annual ranking of the country’s 500 biggest industrial enterprises.

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Remzi Sanver, president of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Türkiye, has been released after spending nearly eight months in detention as part of the investigation into Can Holding.

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The construction production index in Türkiye increased by 2.1 percent year-on-year in April, according to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) on June 27.

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The number of electric vehicles (EV) on Türkiye’s roads climbed to 436,474 as of May, according to data from released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).

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Turkish defense company Aselsan has signed a 780-million-euro ($905 million) contract with Türkiye’s Defense Industries Secretariat (SSB) for the procurement of air defense systems.

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The Trade Ministry has imposed administrative fines totaling more than 10 million Turkish Liras (around $216,000) on supermarket chains operating in Istanbul following inspections into alleged excessive price increases in the white meat…

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A major phase of the comprehensive restoration of Istanbul’s iconic Haydarpaşa Station has been completed, revealing the building’s historic facade after years behind scaffolding.

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ANKARA, June 16 (Reuters) - Turkey's foreign minister said on Tuesday he told his Russian counterpart about the need to avoid steps in the Black Sea that threatened regional security and Turkey's interests, adding he also repeated Turkey's…

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Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on June 16 pledged that Türkiye will continue its mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine, reaffirming Ankara’s readiness to host renewed peace talks.

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Authorities on June 16 detained 27 people in a corruption investigation targeting the opposition-run Beylikdüzü Municipality over an alleged corruption scheme involving a construction company linked to jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu.

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Mehmet Ali Yalçındağ, Türkiye-Europe Business Councils Coordinator Chairman at the Foreign Economic Relations Board (DEİK) has warned that the demands put forward by European automotive giants under the “Made in Europe” initiative would…

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Türkiye’s retail sales surged 11.4 percent year-on-year in April, said the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) on June 16.

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The upcoming NATO summit in Ankara is expected to significantly boost the city’s international profile and accelerate its transition into a global hub for events, tourism and culture, according to Berker Bülbüloğlu, board member of the…

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Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has told the United Nations secretary-general’s personal envoy on Cyprus that Türkiye sees the coexistence of two states on the island as the most realistic basis for a settlement, according to the Turkish…

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The visit comes weeks before Turkey hosts NATO leaders, on the sidelines of which Ankara hopes to reach a deal with Washington over CAATSA sanctions over its purchase of Russian S-400s.

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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has opened Ankara Airport and its connection roads, saying the capital’s growing diplomatic traffic has increased the value of transport and aviation investments.

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ANKARA, June 15 (Reuters) - Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will repeat Turkey's offer to host talks between Russia and Ukraine on a visit to Moscow this week at which he will also discuss Black Sea shipping safety and the South Caucasus, a…

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ANKARA, June 15 (Reuters) - Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi in a call on Monday that Turkey hoped further talks with the U.S. would yield positive outcomes after an Iran-U.S. deal to halt the war, a…

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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Russia on June 16–17 at the invitation of his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, to discuss bilateral relations, regional conflicts and crisis diplomacy, according to diplomatic sources.

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Türkiye’s central government budget recorded a deficit of 298.2 billion Turkish Liras ($6.4 billion) in May, according to data released by the Treasury and Finance Ministry on June 15.

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Türkiye’s calendar-adjusted industrial production index increased by 6 percent in April compared to the same month of last year, according to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).

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The total number of paid employees across the industry, construction and trade-services sectors increased by 2 percent year-on-year in April 2026, according to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) on June 15.

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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s cabinet is set to meet on June 15 with preparations for next month’s NATO Summit in Ankara, regional developments and planned legal steps on the agenda.

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Fees charged to vessels transiting the Turkish Straits without a port call will be updated as of July 1, daily Milliyet has reported.

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The number of cruise companies using Istanbul as a homeport increased by 50 percent between 2023 and 2025, according to Tolga Tuncay, port director at Galataport Istanbul.

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A new airport in the Turkish capital Ankara is set to be inaugurated on June 15 with the participation of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, as the new hub is highly anticipated to significantly alleviate the air traffic burden of the upcoming NATO…

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Istanbul Municipality has issued a public warning after 617 tick reports were recorded in the city so far in 2026 amid increased risk during the summer months.

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Direct charter flights between Turkish Cyprus and Azerbaijan are expected to begin soon, as preparatory work has made significant progress, Turkish Cypriot Prime Minister Ünal Üstel said on June 13.

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Turkish Justice Minister Akın Gürlek has slammed a draft European Parliament report calling for sanctions against him, dismissing the document as ideological and biased.

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Istanbul and Sabiha Gokcen airports ranked first and second among European airports for on-time departure performance.

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Experts and former diplomats discussed NATO’s future, European security architecture, and Türkiye’s strategic autonomy at a panel held Saturday in Istanbul ahead of the alliance’s 2026 summit, scheduled for July 7-8 in Ankara.

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The Turkish Health Ministry has launched a nationwide initiative aimed at tackling rising obesity rates and sedentary lifestyles by introducing a “movement age” assessment for citizens.

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North Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has invited Turkish businesspeople to invest in his country, saying Skopje offers access to European markets and a stable business environment.

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The 54th Istanbul Music Festival, one of Türkiye’s longest-running classical music events, has opened with a ceremony and gala concert at the Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM), bringing together leading international musicians, orchestras and…

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Astra Lumina, an immersive outdoor night walk experience created by multimedia design studio Moment Factory, has returned to Istanbul for its second season, offering visitors a technology-driven journey through light, sound and…

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Turkey finally has the World Cup moment it waited 24 years for, but much of the country will either be asleep for it or arguing over efforts to claim it.

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Syria has reopened its consulate in the southeastern Turkish city of Gaziantep after being closed for 15 years, signaling further progress in the Damascus government’s gradual normalization efforts.

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Bora Balcıoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul’s Silivri district, was among 17 people detained in a police operation carried out early on June 12 as part of a corruption investigation into the opposition-run municipalities.

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Court-appointed supervisory trustees have been assigned to some of Türkiye’s leading white meat producers over allegations that they distorted market conditions and contributed to unjustified price increases, while several senior…

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Turkish Airlines has won a European airline industry award for its food and beverage service for the fifth time, according to a statement from the airline.

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Rising tensions in the Middle East and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have begun to sound alarm bells for Turkey’s fertilizer sector, which is heavily reliant on imports.

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Turkish Cypriot President Tufan Erhürman has backed President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s warning on the Eastern Mediterranean and Cyprus, saying attempts to exclude Türkiye and Turkish Cypriots from security, energy and maritime jurisdiction…

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As widely expected, the Turkish Central Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) kept the policy rate, the one-week repo auction rate, unchanged at 37 percent. The MPC also maintained the Central Bank overnight lending rate and the overnight…

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Turkish contractors undertook 40 projects worth $2.3 billion across 15 countries in the first five months of this year, according to data from the Trade Ministry. The Turkish contracting sector remains among the top 10 countries globally…

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ANKARA, June 11 (Reuters) - The team of the ousted leader of Turkey's main opposition, Ozgur Ozel, has resigned from the party's assembly, his office said on Thursday, adding the move should legally trigger an extraordinary congress to…

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A gift from the film set of “Troy,” a giant Trojan Horse replica looms over the port of Çanakkale on the Dardanelles Strait in western Türkiye.

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Construction spending in Türkiye increased by 44 percent in 2025 compared to the previous year, reaching 9.09 trillion Turkish Liras ($197 billion), according to a report from the Turkish Construction Material Producers Association (İMSAD).

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The Turkish president has accused Israel of threatening Turkey through its military actions in Syria, Lebanon and the Eastern Mediterranean, triggering a sharp exchange with the Israeli prime minister.

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Turkish officials have denounced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over remarks targeting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, after Erdoğan warned Israel against pursuing what he described as expansionist aims in the region.

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Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis in Sofia on the sidelines of the South-East European Cooperation Process summit, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said.

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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has vowed that Ankara will not hesitate to answer firmly to any action that would target the rights and interests of Türkiye and Turkish Cyprus in the Eastern Mediterranean, in an open warning against Greek…

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ANKARA, June 10 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Israel's attacks on Syria and Lebanon had reached a point where they also threaten Turkey, adding Israel's "aggression" posed a threat to the whole world…

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Known as the “City of Gladiators,” the ancient city of Stratonikeia in the southwestern province of Muğla’s Yatağan district continues to yield remarkable discoveries, with excavations revealing that one-third of all artifacts date back to…

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Following a rise in passenger complaints about taxi services in Istanbul, the Istanbul Chamber of Taxi Drivers has launched a new reporting mechanism, the “Sarı Hat” (Yellow Line), to enable real-time complaint submission via WhatsApp.

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Rahmi Koc is under investigation after a widely condemned joke about Kurdish women, but critics say the case reflects deeper tensions over free expression and selective justice in Turkey.

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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has formally notified the appointments of new ambassadors and permanent representatives who will serve at Türkiye’s diplomatic missions abroad, including key postings to Tehran and Kiev.

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Türkiye and Syria have reached an agreement allowing Turkish banks to open branches in Syria, Turkish Trade Minister Ömer Bolat said on June 9, while also signaling the imminent opening of another key border crossing.

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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will represent President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan at the Southeast European Cooperation Process (SEECP) Heads of State and Government Summit in Sofia on June 10, Turkish Foreign Ministry sources have said.

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ANKARA, June 9 (Reuters) - The arch-rival leaders of Turkey's main opposition - one of them elected and the other controversially court-appointed - both announced plans to address party lawmakers at competing meetings on Tuesday, in a…

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Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has called on the oppositional leader Özgür Özel to act with common sense and not to add fuel to the fire within the Republican People’s Party (CHP), describing the rupture at the main…

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Türkiye’s Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector reached a market size of 2.13 trillion Turkish lira ($53.8 billion) in 2025, according to the latest report by the Informatics Industry Association (TÜBİSAD).

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The Istanbul Comics and Art Festival (ICAF), one of the city’s leading gatherings for independent and alternative art, is set to return for its ninth edition on June 13-14.

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Türkiye has made significant progress in advanced combat aircraft development while some European programs are still moving through earlier stages, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) CEO Mehmet Demiroğlu has said.

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Armenia’s election result strengthens Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, but his push to normalize ties with Turkey and Azerbaijan still faces major political and constitutional hurdles.

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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Venezuela’s acting president Delcy Rodríguez in Istanbul on June 8, with the two sides holding bilateral and delegation-level talks.

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Eleven people lost their lives after a boat carrying irregular migrants capsized off the coast of Malta in the Mediterranean, while 48 others who fell into the sea were rescued by Turkish fishermen operating in the area.

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Turkish Airlines plans to expand its direct flight network with the addition of ultra long-range aircraft starting from late 2027, says Murat Seker, chairman of the Board and Executive Committee.

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The Istanbul Chamber of Industry Türkiye Manufacturing Export Markets Climate Index posted 50.3 in May, up fractionally from 50.2 in April and back to the level seen in March, a survey showed on June 8.

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Four Indian sailors stranded aboard an abandoned ship off Istanbul’s Zeytinburnu coast for nearly 10 months finally returned to shore after Turkish authorities intervened to end the prolonged ordeal.

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Türkiye, one of Europe’s leading bus manufacturing hubs, is gaining momentum in autonomous public transportation as domestic manufacturers expand their electric and driverless vehicle projects in overseas markets, according to Levent…

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The ESOGÜ Zoology Museum, operating under Eskişehir Osmangazi University and recently granted “private museum” status by the Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry, has reopened to visitors following a relocation and renovation process.

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Former Fenerbahçe president Aziz Yıldırım was elected to lead the Turkish club once again after defeating challenger Hakan Safi in Sunday's Extraordinary General Assembly.

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The foreign ministers from Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Georgia will convene for a trilateral meeting in Istanbul to bolster their regional economic partnership by intensifying cooperation across transportation, connectivity and energy…

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Four Indian sailors have been stranded for months on an abandoned container ship off Istanbul, unable to leave under maritime rules requiring the vessel to remain manned.

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The Istanbul Governor’s Office has announced a sweeping set of seasonal fire prevention measures, banning entry to forests and prohibiting any form of open flame activity across the city between June 8 and Oct. 15.

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The Zero Waste Forum 2026 has come to a close in Istanbul on June 7 after bringing together policymakers, environmental experts and international representatives to discuss circular economy practices, food waste reduction and sustainable…

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The Turkish Central Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee is set to meet this week to decide on the key interest rate.

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The Turkish banking sector’s net profit increased from 264.2 billion Turkish Liras in the January-April period of last year to 363.6 billion liras in the same period of 2026, according to official data.

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Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has said ethics-based finance can make significant contributions to the global economy at a time of deepening uncertainty.

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A series of conflicting court rulings has left Istanbul’s historic Basilica Cistern in legal limbo amid a dispute over who has the legal authority to manage the landmark: The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality or the Culture and Tourism…

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Türkiye will begin paying consumers 1 Turkish Lira for each eligible beverage container returned under its new Deposit Management System (DYS) from July 1, Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Minister Murat Kurum has announced, as…

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A small Karaköy venue is redefining traditional flavors through a contemporary lens, reflecting a broader shift in Istanbul’s dining scene where atmosphere, design and storytelling have become as important as the food itself

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First lady Emine Erdoğan has said the zero waste movement is one of the most transformative tools in the fight against climate change, calling for stronger global action against waste and overconsumption.

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One person was killed and four others were wounded after a Turkish-flagged fishing boat was attacked in the Black Sea, the Turkish Coast Guard Command said.

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By Can Sezer and Tuvan Gumrukcu ISTANBUL, June 5 (Reuters) - Two decades of state investment have transformed Turkey into a major exporter of drones and other military equipment, and the NATO member is now looking to build on that momentum…

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The Turkish Navy has launched a large-scale military exercise involving 125 warships and 18,000 personnel, aimed at enhancing the deterrence capabilities of the Turkish Armed Forces across surrounding seas.

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Four Indian sailors have been stranded for months on an abandoned container ship off Istanbul, unable to leave under maritime rules requiring the vessel to remain manned, inspectors said on Friday. In a message sent to AFP, the stranded…

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Türkiye will implement extraordinary security measures in the capital Ankara ahead of the NATO leaders’ summit scheduled for early July, as preparations continue for what Washington has described as the most important meeting in the…

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Passenger and flight traffic at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport increased by 7 percent in the first five months of 2026 compared to the same period last year.

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Türkiye’s defense and aerospace sector recorded exports of $992 million in May, marking a 33.9 percent increase compared to the same month last year, according to data from the Turkish Exporters Assembly (TİM).

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Monday officially welcomed Niger military ruler Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani to the Presidential Palace in Ankara.

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Tom Barrack, a senior figure within the Trump administration, was recently criticized by a member of the House for some of his past statements on Hezbollah.

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Niger’s President Abdourahamane Tchiani arrived in Ankara on June 4 for talks with Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdoğan aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation and discussing regional and international developments.

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n Istanbul court on June 4 sentenced Fenerbahçe President Sadettin Saran to two years and six months in prison on charges of inciting illegal betting through ads.

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Türkiye’s Constitutional Court on June 4 annulled the provision allowing indefinite alimony payments to divorced spouses, marking a significant ruling after years of debate.

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Former Fenerbahçe head coach José Mourinho has filed a formal complaint against the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg, escalating a dispute over disciplinary sanctions imposed…

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The Zero Waste Festival has opened in Istanbul on June 4, bringing together environmental initiatives, renewable energy technologies, circular economy solutions, arts and education at Atatürk Airport.

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Movie theater ticket sales in Türkiye took a significant hit last year, dropping 15 percent compared to 2024 to reach 27.6 million admissions, the Turkish Statistical Institute’s (TÜİK) 2025 “Cinema and Performing Arts Statistics” bulletin…

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A four-day deep-sea salvage operation in the Marmara Sea has recovered a ghost net of extraordinary scale, large enough to shroud Istanbul’s 49-story Çamlıca Tower and underscoring the massive threat abandoned fishing gear poses to marine…

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As the Mena (Middle East and North Africa) region gears up for the FIFA World Cup 2026, talabat has announced a partnership with TOD by beIN, the exclusive streaming platform for the tournament, to bring fans a more seamless and rewarding…

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As Russia and the West vie for influence, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan appears on track to secure a new mandate for his peace agenda with Azerbaijan and rapprochement with Turkey.

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By Humeyra Pamuk and Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, June 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the NATO meeting of heads of state that is taking place in Turkey in July, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday,…

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U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the NATO heads of state summit in Ankara in July, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday.

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan discussed efforts to strengthen bilateral relations during a phone call on Tuesday.The two leaders also reviewed regional issues of mutual interest,…

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Türkiye’s tire exports reached a record $1.9 billion last year, with shipments extending to 155 countries, according to data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).

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While recent Middle East tensions have dampened international travel, booming domestic tourism is expected to offset the downturn, according to Firuz Bağlıkaya, the president of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TÜRSAB).

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Sudan's Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council, Abdel Fattah Al Burhan, who is visiting Turkiye, discussed Tuesday bilateral relations between the two countries, along with regional…

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Istanbul’s taxi problem can be solved by improving efficiency rather than increasing the number of cabs, according to İsmet Dalcı, the head of the Istanbul Taxi Drivers Chamber (İTEO).

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The award ceremony and gala of the seventh International Istanbul Ballet Competition, organized by the General Directorate of the State Opera and Ballet (DOB), was held at the Türk Telekom Opera Hall of the Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM) on…

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Istanbul authorities have designated 95 locations across the city as official swimming areas for the 2026 summer season, following the completion of quality assessments.

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Fraudsters operating fake residence permit websites and unauthorized consultancy offices have swindled millions of Turkish Liras from foreign nationals and Turkish employers by promising expedited immigration services, Turkish authorities…

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U.S. President Donald Trump has told President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan that he plans to attend the NATO summit to be held in Ankara on July 7-8, according to a report by Middle East Eye.

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U.S. President Donald Trump plans to attend the NATO summit scheduled to be held in Ankara on July 7-8, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday

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Recent declines in the production index and weakening confidence indicators suggest that the construction sector may enter a more moderate growth path for the remainder of the year, says Erdal Eren, the head of the Turkish Contractors…

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Housing and rent accounted for the largest share of household expenditures in Türkiye in 2025, making up 29.3 percent of total spending, according to the Turkish Statistical Institute’s (TÜİK) Household Budget Survey published on June 2.

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The third Global Islamic Economy Summit started in Istanbul, bringing together global policymakers, central bank governors, investors, financial institutions, academics and industry representatives.

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Consumer prices in Istanbul rose 1.53 percent month-on-month in May, easing from a 3.74 percent increase recorded in April, according to data released by the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (İTO).

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Some cafes in Istanbul have begun introducing measures against remote workers and freelancers who spend long hours occupying tables with their laptops, with some venues going as far as banning laptop use on weekends, local media has…

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The historic Yalı Köşkü, an Ottoman-era waterfront pavilion where sultans bid farewell to naval expeditions, received admirals and presided over ceremonial fleet departures, is set to be reconstructed in accordance with its original…

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Farmer Issa al-Moussa walks among his damaged wheat crop in eastern Syria after the nearby Euphrates River flooded in recent days due to heavy rainfall and increased flows from Turkey. Syrian authorities have said the country was…

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Türkiye’s intelligence chief İbrahim Kalın met Hamas Shura Council head Mohammed Darwish and members of the group’s political bureau in Ankara to discuss the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, security sources said.

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Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen International Airport recorded its highest-ever daily flight traffic on May 31, handling 894 domestic and international takeoffs and landings on the final day of the Eid al-Adha holiday, airport officials said on…

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The headline Istanbul Chamber of Industry Türkiye Manufacturing PMI posted 49.8 in May, following a reading of 45.7 in April.

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Türkiye’s economy expanded 2.5 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, official data showed Monday.

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Türkiye’s Agriculture and Forestry Ministry plans to expand production of endangered sturgeon and enter the global market under the “Turkish Caviar” brand, according to daily Milliyet.

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The Turkish carpet industry, which generated $871.7 million in export revenue in the January-April period of 2026, is aiming to reach $3.5 billion in exports by the end of the year.

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The sixth Istanbul Digital Art Festival is set to take place in Istanbul from June 3 to 7, bringing together international artists in a showcase that explores the intersection of art, science and emerging digital systems.

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Türkiye has introduced strict nighttime restrictions on several of its most famous Mediterranean beaches to protect endangered sea turtles during the nesting season, with violators to face fines of up to 699,245 Turkish Liras…

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The main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) held rival Eid holiday gatherings in Ankara on May 30, highlighting a prolonged leadership dispute following a court ruling that reinstated former chair Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu and removed…

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TEHRAN – The Iran U23 national football team have officially departed Tehran for Antalya, Turkey, embarking on a pivotal 12-day training camp.

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Zero Waste Forum will be held in Istanbul next week, bringing together global policymakers, business leaders and experts to discuss climate action and sustainable development.

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Grammy-winning rapper and producer Kanye West, also known as Ye, made his long-awaited Istanbul debut on May 30, drawing a record-breaking crowd of approximately 118,000 fans to Atatürk Olympic Stadium in what the rapper described as the…

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Turkish ports welcomed 103,896 cruise passengers in April, pushing the total number of visitors arriving via cruise ships in the first four months of the year to 197,683, according to official data.

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Following the nine-day Eid al-Adha holiday, attention in Türkiye’s economy will turn to a series of critical data releases expected in the coming days.

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The Ankara Chamber of Industry (ASO) has prepared a report calling for stronger policies to bring young people who are neither in education nor employment into the economy, warning that one in four young people in Türkiye remains outside…

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Euphrates flooding displaces thousands in Syria's Deir Ezzor Submitted by Reem Aouir on Sat, 05/30/2026 - 19:27 Syrian authorities opened dam spillways for the first time in three decades as rising Euphrates waters displaced thousands…

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By Ece Toksabay ANKARA, May 30 (Reuters) - Turkey's ousted opposition leader Ozgur Ozel showed he can still command strong support on Saturday, drawing a crowd of thousands in Ankara despite a court ruling that removed him from office and…

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Turkish defense company Havelsan has developed BLUEVISION, an artificial intelligence-supported maritime situational awareness system designed to improve navigation safety on manned and unmanned platforms.

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The seventh Istanbul International Ballet Competition, organized by the State Opera and Ballet, has brought together rising young dancers and some of the most distinguished figures of the ballet world in Istanbul for a week-long…

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The capital Ankara’s new stadium is nearing completion and will debut as one of Türkiye’s most state-of-the-art sports facilities, a senior official announced on May 28.

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The number of automobiles in Istanbul has surged by 1.2 million since the COVID-19 pandemic, surpassing the 4-million mark, with experts warning that the traffic congestion crisis must be permanently addressed before it reaches a point of…

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TURK Fatih Tutak is no longer simply a great restaurant. It has evolved into something far more ambitious.

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TEHRAN – Team Melli signaled their World Cup intent on Friday, overcoming a halftime deficit to dismantle Gambia 3-1 in a high-octane friendly in Antalya, Turkey..

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Istanbul launched celebrations marking the 573rd anniversary of its Ottoman conquest on May 29, with military flyovers, cultural performances and large public gatherings held across the city.

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Sardar Azmoun is Iran's third top scorer in history with a successful club career behind him but is set to miss out on the 2026 World Cup in an exclusion shadowed by political controversy. Azmoun, 31, is not part of the Iranian squad that…

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Turkish Airlines (THY) aims to serve a total of 2.7 million passengers during the nine-day Eid al-Adha holiday, says Murat Şeker, the carrier’s chairman of the board and the executive committee.

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Eastern European countries have emerged as rising markets for Türkiye’s ready-to-wear sector as apparel exporters step up efforts to diversify their export destinations amid signs of slowing demand in Europe, according to a report prepared…

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Istanbul, a bustling metropolis with a population exceeding 15 million, has experienced a dramatic exodus due to the Eid al-Adha holiday, granting the remaining residents a rare opportunity to savor the city’s landmarks in a serene setting.

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In a landmark development for Turkish agriculture, Türkiye has officially registered its first domestic salep varieties, paving the way for the cultivation of these wild orchids under field conditions in coastal regions, thereby mitigating…

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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on May 28 to discuss bilateral ties and regional and global developments, the Turkish Communications Directorate said.

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A Vanuatu-flagged Turkish cargo ship sailing from Odesa to Türkiye was hit by a drone, Ukrainian authorities said, as a separate attack targeted three oil tankers off Türkiye’s Black Sea coast.

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Syria's energy ministry warned on Thursday of rising water levels on the Euphrates River after flooding in the north and east following increased flows from neighbouring Turkey and recent rains. The ministry said it was monitoring the…

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Israel may need $6m to move Istanbul consulate Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Thu, 05/28/2026 - 14:24 The planned demolition of the former consulate building has complicated Israeli deliberations over whether to rebuild, relocate or stay away…

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Political parties exchanged traditional Eid al-Adha visits on May 28 in Ankara, with ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) and the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) meeting for the first time in three holiday periods.

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ISTANBUL, May 28 (Reuters) - Drone attacks were reported on three tankers in the Black Sea on Thursday near Turkey's northern coast, shipping agency Tribeca said. The tanker James II, sailing under the Palau flag and in ballast, was some…

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Thousands of Turkish tourists have flocked to the Greek islands for the Eid al-Adha holiday, causing severe bottlenecks and hours of waiting at border checkpoints.

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The “TOBB Business World Artificial Intelligence Summit,” organized under the auspices of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB) Software Assembly, will take place in Ankara on June 17, bringing together the…

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Grammy-winning American rapper and producer Kanye West, also known as YE, is set to perform in Istanbul on May 30, with organizers unveiling details of what is being promoted as one of the city’s largest live music events in recent years.

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Istanbul’s historic Haydarpaşa train station will rise as one of the city’s main cultural and social attractions while preserving its role as a transportation hub once its comprehensive restoration and transformation project is completed,…

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A new poll shows a majority in Turkey rejects the court ruling that ousted main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel.

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The Turkish city of Istanbul will host the third Global Islamic Economy Summit from June 3 to 6, bringing together policymakers, economists, investors, financial institutions, academics and industry representatives.The summit will focus on…

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ISTANBUL, May 27 (Reuters) - The reinstated chair of Turkey's main opposition party Kemal Kilicdaroglu said on Wednesday the party will hold a congress once legal conditions are met, after a court ousted the previous leadership, triggering…

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Turkish airports handled more than 8 million civil commercial flights between 2021 and 2025, according to data from the General Directorate of State Airports Authority (DHMİ).

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The Third Global Islamic Economy Summit will gather international leaders, investors and academics in Istanbul to shape the future of ethical finance and sustainable development.

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Türkiye’s automotive sector has demonstrated strong success in export market diversification, reaching more than 190 countries and free zones, with European Union markets remaining its main destination, the Trade Ministry said in a written…

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Istanbul’s historic Haydarpaşa train station will rise as one of the city’s main cultural and social attractions while preserving its role as a transportation hub once its comprehensive restoration and transformation project is completed,…

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A large-scale ecotourism initiative aimed at promoting sustainable tourism in forested areas is nearing completion in the southwestern Turkish resort city of Muğla’s Marmaris.

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Turgutlu Belediyespor Women’s Basketball Team, founded with a strong social mission to raise awareness against violence toward women and femicides, has achieved a major sporting milestone by earning promotion to the Turkish Women’s…

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Tens of thousands of CHP supporters rallied for Ozgur Ozel in Izmir on Tuesday in a major show of defiance after a court ousted him from the party leadership.

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Somalia on May 26 said it is seeking to forge new agreements with Türkiye in the mining sector while expressing optimism over ongoing Turkish offshore oil and natural gas exploration activities off the Somali coast.

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By Tuvan Gumrukcu ANKARA, May 26 (Reuters) - Ukraine's ambassador to Turkey said he expects NATO to discuss financial support for Kyiv at its summit in July, suggesting each member contributes a small proportion of its budget, despite the…

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Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport is targeting a stronger position as a global connection hub, a senior executive has said, as passenger traffic continues to rise.

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Industries worldwide have been hit by supply-side shocks after the Iran war disrupted global supply chains, with Turkish manufacturers facing rising cost pressures as a result.

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The second edition of the Akaretler Art Project is set to bring together galleries, artists and collectors in one of Istanbul’s most historic quarters from June 4 to 14.

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Türkiye will host the second Zero Waste Forum at Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport on June 5-7, bringing together officials, international organizations, academics, local governments, private sector representatives and civil society groups.

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Students celebrated after days of protests against the closure decree that would have shut Bilgi University mid-year.

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By Huseyin Hayatsever ANKARA, May 25 (Reuters) - Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party condemned on Monday a court ruling that ousted the leadership of the main opposition CHP last week, calling a police operation to evict the leaders from the…

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Türkiye and the African Union are preparing to hold the fourth Türkiye-Africa Partnership Summit, diplomatic sources announced, as Ankara extended its congratulations on Africa Day.

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TEHRAN - The Iranian men's national volleyball team will fly to Turkey on Saturday ahead of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) campaign.

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The ninth Istanbul Comics and Art Festival will take place on June 13–14 at Paribu Art in Istanbul, bringing together the city’s alternative art scene under one roof.

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A presidential decision revoking Istanbul Bilgi University’s operating permit has been annulled, clearing the way for the university to continue education activities.

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Police entered the main opposition CHP’s headquarters in Ankara after hours of tension over the enforcement of a court ruling that annulled the party’s 2023 congress and reinstated former chairman Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu.

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Violence erupted after Turkish police stormed the headquarters of the main opposition CHP party in Ankara.

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ANKARA, May 24 (Reuters) - Turkish riot police fired tear gas and broke through the gates of the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on Sunday, a Reuters witness said. An appeals court on Thursday ousted…

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Türkiye will build a natural gas pipeline extending to Turkish Cyprus, with the project expected to become operational in 2028, Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has announced.

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As an estimated 15 million people are preparing to travel across Türkiye during the upcoming Eid al-Adha holiday, a massive travel rush expected to generate nearly 200 billion Turkish Liras ($4.4 billion) in economic activity through…

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ANKARA, May 24 (Reuters) - Turkish authorities ordered police to evict the leadership of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) from their headquarters on Sunday, enforcing a court ruling that reinstated the former leader and…

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Those arrested reportedly took part in what officials described as 'terrorist attacks' in Turkiye.

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Friends, family and pro-Palestinian activists waited in terminal one of the airport for the activists to land on a flight from Istanbul.

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TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) received the third consignment of humanitarian aid dispatched by IHH Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation on Wednesday.

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TEHRAN- The head of Iran's Customs Administration said that trade routes and the ease of truck traffic at the Iran-Turkey customs borders will be reviewed and facilitated. According to IRNA from the