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Zero Waste Festival kicks off in Istanbul

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Hurriyet Daily News 1h ago General
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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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Fewer Turkish moviegoers head to theaters in 2025

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Hurriyet Daily News 4h ago General
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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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Ghost net larger than Çamlıca Tower pulled from Marmara Sea

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Hurriyet Daily News 4h ago General
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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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Backed by Trump and Turkey, Armenia's Pashinyan eyes third term in pivotal poll

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Al-Monitor 15h ago policy
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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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Trump will attend the NATO summit in Turkey in July, Rubio says

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Al-Monitor 16h ago policy
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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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Trump to attend 'most important' NATO summit in Türkiye: Rubio

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Hurriyet Daily News 16h ago policy
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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, Armenian Prime Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues

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Gulf Times Education 1d ago policy
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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 hit record $1.9 billion

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago General
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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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Domestic demand to shield tourism from Mideast fallout

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago General
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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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Turkiye's President, Sudan's transitional sovereignty council chairman discuss bilateral relations

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Gulf Times Education 1d ago General
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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 taxi chief says efficiency, not more cabs, key to solving shortage

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago General
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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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Young dancers shine at Int’l Istanbul Ballet Competition

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago General
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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 designates 95 swimming zones for summer

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago General
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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 swindle millions of liras through residence permit scams

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago General
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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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Trump signals attendance at NATO summit in Ankara

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago General
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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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Trump plans to attend NATO summit in Ankara: Fidan

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Hurriyet Daily News 1d ago policy
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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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Construction sector may enter moderate growth path: TMB’s Eren

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Hurriyet Daily News 2d ago General
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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 take largest share of Turkish household spending in 2025

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Hurriyet Daily News 2d ago policy
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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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Global Islamic Economy Summit kicks off in Istanbul

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Hurriyet Daily News 2d ago General
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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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Istanbul consumer prices rise 1.5 percent in May

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Hurriyet Daily News 2d ago General
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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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Istanbul cafes introduce strict limits for remote workers

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Hurriyet Daily News 2d ago General
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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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Historic Ottoman pavilion set for reconstruction in Istanbul

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Hurriyet Daily News 2d ago General
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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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Euphrates flood deprives east Syria farmers from crops

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Al-Monitor 2d ago General
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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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Kalın, Hamas officials discuss Gaza ceasefire process

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Hurriyet Daily News 2d ago General
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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 Airport hits all-time daily flight record

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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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May sees manufacturing PMI rise to 49.8

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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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Turkish Economy Expands 2.5% in Q1, Pace of Growth Slows Further

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Asharq Al-Awsat (English) 3d ago General
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Turkish economy grows 2.5 pct in first quarter of 2026

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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 targets global market with ‘Turkish caviar’

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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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Turkish carpet sector targets $3.5 billion in exports this year

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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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Istanbul Digital Art Festival to explore AI, robotics, ecology

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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 imposes nighttime beach restrictions to protect endangered sea turtles

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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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CHP’s Özel, Kılıçdaroğlu stage parallel Eid events in Ankara

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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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Iran U23s touch down in Antalya for high-stakes training camp

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Tehran Times 3d ago General
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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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Istanbul to host Zero Waste Forum next week

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Hurriyet Daily News 3d ago General
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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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Kanye West Draws Record 118,000 Fans in Istanbul for Career-Biggest Concert

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Hurriyet Daily News 4d ago General
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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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Türkiye’s cruise tourism sees April surge

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Hurriyet Daily News 4d ago General
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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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Turkish markets await key economic data after Eid holiday

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Hurriyet Daily News 4d ago General
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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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Chamber maps out plan to channel young people into workforce

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Hurriyet Daily News 4d ago General
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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

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Middle East Eye 4d ago policy
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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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Ousted Turkish opposition leader Ozel draws thousands in Ankara protest

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Al-Monitor 4d ago General
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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 AI system targets safer maritime navigation

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Hurriyet Daily News 4d ago General
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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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Istanbul ballet competition gathers global dance elite

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Hurriyet Daily News 5d ago General
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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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Major Ankara stadium project enters final phase

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Hurriyet Daily News 5d ago General
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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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Post-pandemic car surge chokes Istanbul traffic

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Hurriyet Daily News 5d ago General
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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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Fatih tutak creating new language for turkish cuisine

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Hurriyet Daily News 5d ago General
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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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Iran beat Gambia in friendly

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Tehran Times 5d ago General
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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 marks 573rd anniversary of Ottoman conquest

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Hurriyet Daily News 5d ago General
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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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Azmoun: Iran's absent talisman unafraid of controversy

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Al-Monitor 5d ago General
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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 targets 2.7 million passengers during Eid holiday

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Hurriyet Daily News 6d ago General
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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 Europe emerges as rising market for Turkish apparel sector

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Hurriyet Daily News 6d ago General
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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 residents embrace rare calm

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Hurriyet Daily News 6d ago General
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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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First domestic salep varieties registered

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Hurriyet Daily News 6d ago General
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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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Turkish, Algerian presidents discuss regional developments

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Hurriyet Daily News 6d ago General
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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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Turkish-linked vessels targeted in Black Sea drone attacks

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Hurriyet Daily News 6d ago General
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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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Flooding in north and east Syria as Euphrates level rises

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Al-Monitor 6d ago General
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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

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Middle East Eye 6d ago policy
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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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Ruling, opposition parties resume Eid diplomacy

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Hurriyet Daily News 6d ago General
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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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Three tankers reportedly attacked by drones in Black Sea, shipping agency says

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Al-Monitor 6d ago General
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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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Turkish tourists flock to Greek islands during Eid

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Hurriyet Daily News 7d ago General
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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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Businesspeople to gather at Artificial Intelligence Summit in Ankara

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Hurriyet Daily News 7d ago General
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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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Kanye West set for massive Istanbul concert at Olympic Stadium

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Hurriyet Daily News 7d ago General
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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 statIon set for cultural rebirth

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Hurriyet Daily News 7d ago policy
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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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Majority in Turkey rejects court ruling ousting CHP’s Ozel, poll shows

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Al-Monitor 7d ago General
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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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Istanbul to host global Islamic Economy Summit focused on sustainable development

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Gulf Times Education 7d ago higher-ed
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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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Turkish opposition party to hold congress once conditions met, chair says

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Al-Monitor 7d ago policy
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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 handle over 8 million flights in five years

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Hurriyet Daily News 8d ago General
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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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Istanbul to host Global Islamic Economy Summit

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Hurriyet Daily News 8d ago General
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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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Market diversification drives Turkish automotive export success

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Hurriyet Daily News 8d ago General
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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 station set for cultural rebirth

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Hurriyet Daily News 8d ago policy
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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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Marmaris debuts large-scale green project on ancient trail

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Hurriyet Daily News 8d ago General
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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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Basketball team reaches top league with violence awareness mission

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Hurriyet Daily News 8d ago General
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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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Uniworld River Cruises offers discounts with Turkish Airlines

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Taipei Times 8d ago General
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Turkey: Thousands defy police to rally for ousted CHP leader Ozel

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Al-Monitor 8d ago General
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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 eyes new mining deal with Türkiye

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Hurriyet Daily News 8d ago General
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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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Ukraine expects NATO summit to discuss funding despite trouble securing backing, envoy says

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Al-Monitor 8d ago policy
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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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Sabiha Gökçen aims to become global hub as traffic rises

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Hurriyet Daily News 9d ago General
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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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Iran war shocks supply chains, pushes up costs for Turkish industry

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Hurriyet Daily News 9d ago General
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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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Akaretler Art Project to return for second edition

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Hurriyet Daily News 9d ago General
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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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Istanbul to host Zero Waste Forum ahead of COP31

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Hurriyet Daily News 9d ago General
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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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Istanbul’s Bilgi University reopened after police crackdown

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Al Jazeera English 9d ago higher-ed
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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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Turkish riot police storm HQ of opposition party

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Taipei Times 9d ago General
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Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition

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Al-Monitor 9d ago General
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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, African Union to hold partnership summit in 2026

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Hurriyet Daily News 9d ago General
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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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Iran volleyball team depart for Turkey on Saturday

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Tehran Times 10d ago General
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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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Istanbul Comics and Art Festival returns in June

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Hurriyet Daily News 10d ago General
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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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Bilgi University to continue education after new decision

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Hurriyet Daily News 10d ago higher-ed
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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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CHP crisis deepens after headquarters standoff

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Hurriyet Daily News 10d ago policy
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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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Turkish police storm main opposition CHP’s party headquarters

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Al Jazeera English 10d ago General
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Violence erupted after Turkish police stormed the headquarters of the main opposition CHP party in Ankara.
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Turkish riot police enter opposition headquarters to evict ousted leaders

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Al-Monitor 10d ago policy
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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 plans natural gas pipeline to Turkish Cyprus by 2028

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Hurriyet Daily News 10d ago policy
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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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Eid travel rush set to generate over $4 billion in economic activity

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Hurriyet Daily News 10d ago General
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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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Turkey orders police to evict ousted opposition leadership from headquarters

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Al-Monitor 11d ago General
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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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Turkish and Syrian officials detain 10 individuals with alleged ISIL ties

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Al Jazeera English 11d ago General
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Those arrested reportedly took part in what officials described as 'terrorist attacks' in Turkiye.
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Irish flotilla activists deported from Israel land at Dublin Airport to hundreds of supporters

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TheJournal.ie 11d ago General
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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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IRCS gets third aid cargo from Turkey

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Tehran Times 11d ago General
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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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Truck traffic at Iran-Turkey customs borders to be facilitated

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Tehran Times 11d ago General
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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
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Turkish police detain 13 in probe of opposition congress that chose ousted leader

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Al-Monitor 12d ago policy
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ISTANBUL, May 23 (Reuters) - Turkish police detained 13 people under an investigation into a 2023 congress of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), state media said on Saturday, after a court ruling this week ousted the…
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Türkiye captures 10 ISIL suspects in Syria

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Hurriyet Daily News 12d ago General
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Ten suspects accused of being ISIL members, including one linked to the 2015 Ankara train station attack, have been captured in Syria in a joint operation with Syrian intelligence, Turkish security sources announced on May 23.
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‘The Heritage Table'

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Hurriyet Daily News 12d ago General
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Some dishes are not meant to be made alone. The true memory of Turkish cuisine is preserved not in recipes, but around the table itself.
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Envoy hosts luncheon for Turkish Cuisine Week

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Taipei Times 12d ago General
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Erdogan’s CHP move raises early poll prospects as Iran war bleeds Turkey’s economy

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Al-Monitor 12d ago General
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A court move targeting Turkey’s main opposition party, combined with mounting economic pressure linked to the Iran conflict, is raising expectations of an early vote that could extend President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s rule.
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Turkiye shutters liberal Istanbul university seized in criminal probe

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Al Jazeera English 12d ago higher-ed
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Council of Higher Education promised to take measures to ensure Bilgi University students 'suffer no harm'.
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Factbox-Turkey court ruling adds to crackdown on main opposition CHP

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Al-Monitor 12d ago policy
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By Canan Sevgili and Mirac Dereli May 22 (Reuters) - A Turkish court annulled the main opposition party's 2023 congress, effectively ousting its leader Ozgur Ozel, in a ruling that has inflamed a political crisis, jolted financial markets…
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Israel Orders UN Food Agency to Cut Ties with Turkish NGO in Gaza

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Asharq Al-Awsat (English) 12d ago General
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Irish aid flotilla detainees due to fly home on Saturday after being deported to Turkey

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Irish Times News 12d ago General
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Injured activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla arrive at Istanbul Airport on Thursday. Photograph: Burak Kara/Getty
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Ankara court rejects Turkish main opposition's appeal against ruling to oust leader, media says

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Al-Monitor 12d ago General
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ANKARA, May 22 (Reuters) - An Ankara court on Friday rejected an appeal by Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) against a ruling to oust its leader, the Cumhuriyet daily and other Turkish media said. The CHP has…
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Turkish business group calls for EU reset

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Hurriyet Daily News 12d ago General
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The Foreign Economic Relations Board of Türkiye (DEİK) has stepped up efforts to revive Türkiye’s European Union membership agenda, calling on both European capitals and Ankara to rebuild momentum behind full accession.
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Fourteen Irish flotilla activists deported from Israel expected to return home on Saturday

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TheJournal.ie 13d ago General
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A human rights campaigner said the 14 activists were recuperating in Turkey, adding that they are “pretty shaken”.
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Turkey political crisis simmers as opposition vows to resist court ruling

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Al-Monitor 13d ago policy
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By Ece Toksabay and Huseyin Hayatsever ANKARA, May 22 (Reuters) - Turkey's political opposition dug in on Friday to resist an unprecedented court ruling that ousted its leader and annulled its congress, inflaming a political crisis that…
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Erdogan Shuts Liberal Istanbul University

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Asharq Al-Awsat (English) 13d ago higher-ed
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Rouzbeh Cheshmi ruled out of 2026 World Cup

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Tehran Times 13d ago General
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TEHRAN — Iran defensive midfielder Rouzbeh Cheshmi has been ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a hamstring injury during training in Antalya, Turkey.
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Iran to play Mali in 2026 World Cup preparation

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Tehran Times 13d ago General
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TEHRAN - Iran have added a second friendly to their pre-World Cup itinerary, announcing a June 4 meeting with Mali during their training camp in Antalya, Turkey.
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Turkey welcomes 422 Gaza flotilla activists after Israel detention

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Africanews 13d ago General
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422 Gaza flotilla activists landed in Istanbul on Thursday after being deported by Israel. Several alleged physical abuse and torture following the interception of their aid convoy.
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Irish flotilla activist says detainees were subjected to violence and psychological torture

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Irish Times News 13d ago General
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Injured activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla arrive at Istanbul Airport on Thursday. Photograph: Burak Kara/Getty
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Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him

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Al Jazeera English 13d ago General
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Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters.
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Activists onboard Gaza-bound flotilla recount abuse in Israeli detention

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Middle East Eye 13d ago wellbeing
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Activists onboard Gaza-bound flotilla recount abuse in Israeli detention Global Sumud Flotilla activists arrived in Turkey on Thursday after being released from Israeli detention, with several participants alleging they suffered torture,…
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Turkish court ousts leader of main opposition party

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Al Jazeera English 13d ago General
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Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel.
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Turkey plans to fly out flotilla activists

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Taipei Times 13d ago General
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Donizetti’s iconic opera makes world premiere

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Hurriyet Daily News 13d ago General
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The world premiere of Gaetano Donizetti’s iconic opera “Lucia di Lammermoor” is on stage as part of the 17th International Istanbul Opera and Ballet Festival, organized by the General Directorate of State Opera and Ballet.
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Flotilla activists recount Israeli violence as they arrive in Turkiye

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Al Jazeera English 13d ago General
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Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Istanbul on Thursday and described Israeli violence.
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First Gaza flotilla activists arrive in Turkey after Israel deportation

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Al-Monitor 13d ago General
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Israel said on Thursday it had deported all the foreign activists seized by its forces from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as the first group arrived in Turkey following global outcry over their treatment in custody. Hundreds of activists from…
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First Gaza flotilla activists arrive in Istanbul from Israel: AFP

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Al-Monitor 13d ago General
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The first of hundreds of Gaza flotilla activists began arriving at Istanbul airport Thursday after being arrested then deported from Israel, an AFP correspondent said. The 422 activists, among them 85 Turkish nationals, were flown from…
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Israel targets Turkey charity amid Gaza flotilla tensions

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Al-Monitor 13d ago research
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The request, published in Israeli media, marks a further escalation in tensions with Turkey amid disputes over Gaza aid operations.
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Turkish court annuls CHP congress, restores Kılıçdaroğlu as party leader

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Hurriyet Daily News 13d ago policy
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Ankara’s regional appeals court on Thursday annulled the main opposition Republican People’s Party’s (CHP) 2023 leadership congress and reinstated former leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu pending a final ruling, according to the court decision.
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Turkey court annuls main opposition party's 2023 congress in latest blow

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Al-Monitor 13d ago policy
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ANKARA, May 21 (Reuters) - A Turkish court on Thursday annulled the 2023 congress of the main opposition Republican People's Party in which current chairman Ozgur Ozel was elected, dealing a potentially big blow to President Tayyip…
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Turkish court ousts CHP leadership amid opposition crackdown

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Al-Monitor 13d ago General
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A Turkish court on Thursday annulled the 2023 leadership vote of Turkey’s main opposition CHP, throwing the party into turmoil and potentially paving the way for former chair Kemal Kilicdaroglu’s return amid a broader crackdown on…
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422 Global Sumud Flotilla participants en route to Türkiye from Israel

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Hurriyet Daily News 13d ago General
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A total of 422 participants from the Global Sumud Flotilla, including 85 Turkish nationals, left the Ramon Airport in Israel and are en route to Türkiye, Turkish Foreign Ministry sources said Thursday.
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Turkish prosecutors order detention of 25 celebrities in expanded drug probe

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Hurriyet Daily News 13d ago General
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Turkish prosecutors have ordered the detention of 25 celebrities, musicians, actors and media personalities in an expanded wave of an ongoing narcotics investigation targeting public figures, local media reported on May 21.
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Turkish parliament passes asset amnesty bill to draw investment

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Hurriyet Daily News 13d ago policy
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The Turkish parliament has approved a bill introducing broad tax incentives aimed at encouraging the return of undeclared foreign assets and boosting investment and foreign currency inflows.
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Türkiye maintains pro-peace, stability policies: Erdoğan

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Hurriyet Daily News 13d ago General
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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said that Türkiye will continue to pursue pro-peace and pro-stability policies in its region amid armed conflicts, vowing that circumstances oblige Ankara to always keep its armed forces strong and robust.
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Notice: Trade remedies notices: countervailing duty on rainbow trout from Turkey

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DBT 13d ago policy
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Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the countervailing duty on rainbow trout from Turkey.
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Gaza flotilla activists to be deported after taunting by Israeli minister

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Al-Monitor 14d ago policy
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By Rami Ayyub JERUSALEM, May 21 (Reuters) - Gaza flotilla activists who were detained by Israel and later pinned to the ground to the taunts of Israel's far-right police minister have been released from prison and will be deported to…
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Detained flotilla activists have been released by Israeli authorities, lawyer says

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TheJournal.ie 14d ago General
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Twelve Irish are due to leave via Turkey today, including Margaret Connolly, sister of President Catherine Connolly.
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‘King’ Emery hailed as Aston Villa beat Freiburg 3-0 in Europa League

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Al Jazeera English 14d ago General
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Villa dominated Freiburg in the final in Istanbul to win their first trophy since 1996 and European title since 1982.
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Turkish culinary week to showcase traditions

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Hurriyet Daily News 14d ago General
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Türkiye will celebrate the fifth edition of “Turkish Cuisine Week” between May 21 and 27 this year under a theme celebrating a shared table of heritage, bringing the country’s rich culinary culture to international audiences through…
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Istanbul cinema hub opens with screenings

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Hurriyet Daily News 14d ago General
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The newly launched cinema office in Istanbul has opened its doors with a month-long cultural program featuring free film screenings, director talks and workshops aimed at strengthening the megacity’s film industry and creative community.
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Azerbaijan envoy hits raw nerve with reminder of Baku’s sway on Turkey-Armenia ties

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Al-Monitor 14d ago policy
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Baku’s ambassador says borders with Armenia will remain closed until Yerevan changes its constitution, hardening positions just weeks before a pivotal Armenian election seen as a referendum on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s peace agenda…
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Ankara exhibition traces 12 millennia of Anatolian jewelry

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Hurriyet Daily News 14d ago General
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A sweeping exhibition tracing 12,000 years of jewelry craftsmanship across Anatolia has opened at the Ankara Ethnography Museum, bringing together hundreds of rare artifacts from museums throughout Türkiye.
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Quake hits Turkey’s Malatya, reviving fear in 2023 disaster zone

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Al-Monitor 14d ago General
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A magnitude 5.6 earthquake has struck Turkey’s southeast, an area devastated by the February 2023 twin quakes.
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NATO top diplomats to review preparations for Ankara summit

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Hurriyet Daily News 14d ago General
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In their final high-level huddle before July’s summit in Ankara, NATO foreign ministers will meet to smooth out logistical plans and tackle pressing security crises across Europe and the Middle East.
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Turkish intelligence chief visits Damascus for talks

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Hurriyet Daily News 15d ago General
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Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MİT) chief İbrahim Kalın met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus during a visit for talks on regional developments and bilateral cooperation, security sources said.
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Türkiye arrests 110 on suspicion of ISIL ties

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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Turkish counter-terror police on Tuesday arrested 110 people on suspicion of activities in support of the ISIL terror group in an operation largely targeting Istanbul, the Anadolu state news agency said.
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Aston Villa, Freiburg chase European glory in Istanbul

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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Aston Villa and Freiburg meet in Istanbul on May 20 with vastly different histories but the same singular focus: Capturing the Europa League trophy and securing a historic milestone at Beşiktaş Park.
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Manhunt for mass shooter in Turkey ends after suspect turns gun on himself to avoid arrest

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TheJournal.ie 16d ago General
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The suspect turned the gun on himself to avoid being caught.
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Türkiye invites global filmmakers to shoot in country at Cannes

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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Türkiye pitched its robust production infrastructure and unique historical locations, stretching from Istanbul to Cappadocia, to the global cinema industry at the 79th Cannes Film Festival’s “Türkiye Invites You” reception.
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Exhibition brings tulip heritage to Istanbul art scene

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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The “Tulipomania” (Tulip Mania) exhibition has opened at the Temporary Exhibition Hall of the Istanbul Tulip Museum, affiliated with the Istanbul Tulip Foundation.
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Number of EVs on Türkiye’s roads exceeds 420,000

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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The number of registered electric vehicles (EVs) in Türkiye has reached 423,783 as of April, according to the latest data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK).
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Turkish apparel sector prepares for EU’s Digital Product Passport

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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Türkiye’s ready-to-wear sector views the European Union’s upcoming Digital Product Passport mandate for textiles as a major opportunity to gain a competitive edge.
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Israel raid of Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus sparks outrage

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Middle East Eye 16d ago policy
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Israel raid of Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus sparks outrage The Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla reported Israeli naval forces raiding several of its vessels near Cyprus, in the latest attack on the aid mission in international waters.…
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Israel raid of Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus sparks outrage

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Middle East Eye 16d ago policy
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Israel raid of Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus sparks outrage Submitted by Mera Aladam on Mon, 05/18/2026 - 11:24 The seizure of the Global Sumud Flotilla is the latest in a string of raids that occurred in international waters People hold…
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Dozens detained in latest wave of Istanbul Municipality ops

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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Some 57 suspects were detained on May 18, over allegations of bid-rigging in tenders conducted by a subsidiary of the Istanbul Municipality, in the latest wave of operations targeting the opposition-run local administrations.
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CHP leader signals backup candidates if İmamoğlu stays jailed

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Hurriyet Daily News 16d ago General
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Main opposition leader Özgür Özel said on May 17 that his Republican People’s Party (CHP) could field alternative presidential candidates if jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu remains behind bars ahead of the next election.
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Türkiye’s unemployment rate edges down to 8.2 percent in first quarter

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Hurriyet Daily News 17d ago General
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Türkiye’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate ticked down by 0.1 percentage points quarter-on-quarter to 8.2 percent in the first quarter of 2026, according to data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) released on May 18.
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Israeli forces intercept Gaza-bound aid flotilla

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Al Jazeera English 17d ago General
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More than 50 vessels departed from the Turkish port city of Marmaris last week.
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Turkish consumer confidence edges higher in May

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Hurriyet Daily News 17d ago General
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Turkish consumer confidence ticked up by 0.3 percent month-on-month to reach 85.8 points in May, according to a joint survey by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) and the Central Bank released on May 18.
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Antalyaspor final team to be relegated from Süper Lig

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Hurriyet Daily News 17d ago General
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Antalyaspor was relegated from the Turkish Süper Lig on May 16 despite earning a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Kocaelispor, as all three of its fellow relegation candidates pulled off crucial results to secure safety on the final day of the…
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Rising price expectations pull forward demand in Türkiye’s auto market

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Hurriyet Daily News 17d ago General
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As automobiles continue to be viewed as a key investment and a hedge against inflation, demand in the Turkish automotive market remains robust, with consumers pulling forward their purchasing decisions in anticipation of rising prices.
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Ankara searches for Macron jogging route ahead of NATO summit

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Hurriyet Daily News 17d ago General
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Turkish officials are reportedly scouting jogging routes for French President Emmanuel Macron ahead of the major NATO summit in Ankara this July, as Macron’s habit of going for morning runs during overseas visits has become a signature…
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Entrepreneur begins coffee cultivation trials in Adana

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Hurriyet Daily News 17d ago General
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A Turkish entrepreneur has launched a trial coffee cultivation project in the southern province of Adana, aiming to introduce coffee farming to the fertile plains of Çukurova, one of Türkiye’s most important agricultural regions.
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Istanbul Natural Resources Summit to be held this week

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Hurriyet Daily News 18d ago policy
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The second edition of the Istanbul Natural Resources Summit (INRES) will take place on May 22 at the Lütfi Kırdar Congress Center.
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Erdoğan says Europe at crossroads over Türkiye ties

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Hurriyet Daily News 18d ago General
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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said the European Union must make a “historic decision” on Türkiye, arguing that the bloc needs Ankara at a time of shifting global balances.
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Türkiye, UN body to protect heritage in Europe’s southeast

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago General
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The Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have launched a new regional project aimed at strengthening the protection of cultural heritage and preventing the illicit trafficking of…
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Türkiye’s budget deficit widens in April

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago policy
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The central government budget posted a deficit of 338.7 billion Turkish Liras ($7.4 billion) in April, widening sharply from a 175 billion lira deficit recorded in the same month last year, the Treasury and Finance Ministry said on May 15.
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Türkiye decides to revise textbook terminology

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago curriculum
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The Turkish Education Ministry has decided to revise a series of frequently used expressions in school textbooks, while also launching a province-specific curriculum project, local media has reported.
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Türkiye’s paid employment rises in March, driven by construction and services

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago General
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The number of paid employees in Türkiye’s industry, construction and trade-services sectors increased by 1.8 percent year-on-year in March 2026, according to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) on May 15.
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Ankara pledges support for Iraq’s new government

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago policy
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Türkiye has welcomed Iraq’s new government led by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi after it received a vote of confidence in the Iraqi Council of Representatives and took office.
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Galataport Jazz returns for third edition in June

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago General
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The third edition of Galataport Jazz, organized by Galataport Istanbul in collaboration with Pozitif and D.Exe, will take place on June 6-7 at Galataport Istanbul.
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Panel heads to southern city after school attack

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago General
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A Turkish parliamentary commission established to investigate recent school-related violent incidents in the provinces of Şanlıurfa and Kahramanmaraş, as well as broader digital risks affecting children, is set to conduct an on-site review…
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Türkiye awaits ‘strong participation’ of partner countries at NATO summit

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Hurriyet Daily News 20d ago General
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Ankara is of the opinion that the upcoming NATO summit should observe “strong participation” from the partner countries, especially from the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative, given the deteriorated security environment impacting the…
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Nearly one in four young people in Türkiye neither studying nor employed, data shows

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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Nearly 23.3 percent of young people aged 15-24 in Türkiye were neither in education nor in employment last year, with the country’s youth population standing at 12.7 million out of a total population of 86.1 million, according to the…
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Home sales increase 2.6 percent annually in April

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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A total of 126,808 homes were sold in Türkiye in April, up 2.6 percent from a year earlier, according to the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) on May 14.
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Central Bank lifts 2026 inflation forecast to 26 percent

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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The Turkish Central Bank has raised its year-end inflation forecast for 2026 to 26 percent, citing the impact of the war in the region, higher energy prices and increased uncertainty over the global outlook.
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Upcycle Art & Design Festival to be held in Kadıköy

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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The Upcycle Istanbul Art & Design Festival will be held this year at QNB Terminal Kadıköy from May 15 to 19 with the theme “İyileş(tir)mek” (Healing/Re/Pairing).
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Countdown starts for Istanbul Opera and Ballet Festival

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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The 17th International Istanbul Opera and Ballet Festival, organized by the State Opera and Ballet Directorate, will kick off on May 21.
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Flash floods devastate several provinces in Türkiye’s north

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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A wave of torrential rain and hailstorms has battered several Turkish provinces, with heavy flooding in the Black Sea province of Samsun triggering flash floods that swept away vehicles and buried streets under thick layers of mud.
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Erdoğan visits Kazakhstan for strategic partnership talks

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan arrived in Kazakhstan on May 13 for talks with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, as Ankara and Astana seek to deepen their strategic partnership.
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Syrian Kurdish commander Kobane says Turkey visit ‘in the making,’ Ocalan meeting possible

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Al-Monitor 21d ago General
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The SDF commander-in-chief reflected on a fragile integration deal with Damascus, growing Kurdish backlash and ongoing talks with Turkey as questions mount over Rojava’s political future.
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Turkey, Armenia to launch direct trade in normalization push: What to know

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Al-Monitor 21d ago General
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The move removes a decades-old reexport mechanism routed largely through Georgia as Ankara and Yerevan step up normalization efforts.
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Explainer-What's at stake in Turkey's bid to end conflict with PKK militants?

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Al-Monitor 21d ago General
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ANKARA, May 13 (Reuters) - Turkey's attempt to finish its decades-old conflict with the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group has stalled, with both sides waiting for the other to act in a peace bid complicated by the Iran war. The…
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Ankara moves to codify ‘Blue Homeland’ doctrine in law

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago policy
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Türkiye is preparing legislation to formally define its maritime jurisdiction areas, with the draft bill reportedly authorizing President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to declare “bodies of water with special status.”
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Antalya launches drive to combat marine pollution

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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Authorities in the southern Turkish resort city of Antalya have unveiled a blue Mediterranean drive aimed at tackling marine and coastal pollution ahead of the city’s planned bid to host the COP31 climate summit.
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Türkiye to launch direct trade with Armenia

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Hurriyet Daily News 21d ago General
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Türkiye has completed all necessary bureaucratic preparations for launching direct trade with Armenia as part of the ongoing normalization process between the two neighboring countries, a spokesman for the Turkish Foreign Ministry has…
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Europe’s jet fuel crunch puts Türkiye in focus

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Hurriyet Daily News 22d ago General
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Türkiye has the potential to become a key balancing point in the jet fuel market as Europe faces falling stocks and supply concerns, a senior Turkish Fuel Services (TSF) executive has said.
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UN may put Cyprus peace plan forward this year, Cypriot president says

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Al-Monitor 22d ago General
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NICOSIA, May 13 (Reuters) - The United Nations is likely to launch a fresh push to resolve the decades-old split of Cyprus before the term of Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expires at the end of the year, Cyprus's President Nikos…
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Video: Turkey’s Fidan says Israel’s policies becoming ‘global security problem’

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Middle East Eye 22d ago policy
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Video: Turkey’s Fidan says Israel’s policies becoming ‘global security problem’ Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday that Israel’s actions are no longer confined to the region but are evolving into a “global security…
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Strait of Hormuz should not be used as a weapon: Fidan

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Hurriyet Daily News 22d ago General
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The Turkish top diplomat has underlined the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open to free maritime traffic and urged that the key waterway should not be used as a weapon amid continued restrictions imposed by Iran.
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Belgian Queen Mathilde pays visits to Istanbul Financial Center

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Hurriyet Daily News 22d ago General
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A high-level Belgian delegation led by Queen Mathilde continued its third day of engagements in Türkiye on May 12, as the two countries seek to deepen cooperation through a series of economic, diplomatic and defense-related agreements.
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Türkiye’s e‑commerce volume surges 52 percent in 2025

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Hurriyet Daily News 22d ago General
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The e-commerce market continued its rapid expansion in Türkiye last year, with total transaction volume increasing 52.2 percent year on year to exceed 4.57 trillion Turkish Liras, according to “the Outlook of E‑Commerce in Türkiye” report.
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Türkiye expects stronger wind power installations this year

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Hurriyet Daily News 23d ago General
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Türkiye is expected to deliver a stronger wind power performance this year than last, according to Turkish Wind Energy Association (TÜREB) Chairman İbrahim Erden.
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Construction costs rose over 27 percent annually in March

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Hurriyet Daily News 23d ago General
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Türkiye’s construction cost index rose sharply in March 2026, accelerating on an annual basis, data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) showed on May 12.
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Bozok the monkey adapting to new home in Ankara

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Hurriyet Daily News 23d ago General
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A macaque monkey named Bozok, discovered by residents in Yozgat’s Sarıkaya district and taken under protection by the Provincial Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks teams, has been relocated to Ankara, where he is now…
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Renovated Halki Seminary needs license: Patriarchate

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Hurriyet Daily News 23d ago General
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The renovation of a long-closed Greek Orthodox school on an Istanbul island will be finished in September, although it does not yet have a license to reopen, the patriarchate said on May 10.
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Turkish apparel industry to shift focus from price to value

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Hurriyet Daily News 23d ago General
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The Turkish apparel industry will shift its focus toward high-value-added production in the medium and long term, said Mustafa Paşahan, chair of the Istanbul Apparel Exporters’ Association (İHKİB), stressing that Türkiye can no longer…
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Turkey's border reopening unlocks new sphere of influence in Syria

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Al-Monitor 23d ago General
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Turkey reopened the Akcakale-Tell Abyad crossing on Monday, ending an 11-year closure along the Syria border.
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Iran-Turkey trade should reach $30b: ICCIMA head

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Tehran Times 23d ago General
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TEHRAN- The head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA), referring to the close ties between Iran and Turkey and the significant opportunities for trade and industrial cooperation between the two…
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İTO chief warns over consumer imports surpassing investment goods

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Hurriyet Daily News 24d ago General
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Istanbul Chamber of Commerce (İTO) President Şekib Avdagiç has warned that for the first time in 2024 and 2025, imports of consumer goods have exceeded imports of investment goods.
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Retail trade sales increase 21 percent in March

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Hurriyet Daily News 24d ago General
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Retail trade sales volume in Türkiye rose sharply by 21.2 percent in March 2026 compared with the same month of the previous year, according to figures released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) on May 11.
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Turkish Airlines Plane Evacuated after Landing Gear Fire in Nepal

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Asharq Al-Awsat (English) 24d ago General
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Turkish Airlines plane catches fire at Nepal airport, passengers safe

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Hurriyet Daily News 24d ago General
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A Turkish Airlines plane carrying 277 passengers and 11 crew members caught fire while landing at Kathmandu airport on May 11, but no one was hurt in the accident.
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