Middle East News
» European leaders split on ‘reassurance force’ to Ukraine
27/03/25 11:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
European leaders remain divided over deploying troops to Ukraine as part of a proposed peace deal, with France and the United Kingdom leading efforts to establish a “reassurance force,” French President Emmanuel Macron said on March 27.
» Zelensky claims Putin 'will die soon'
27/03/25 07:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made a claim about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s health, suggesting that the Russian leader is in poor condition and may not have much time left.
» China can help bring Russia to Ukraine negotiating table: French FM
27/03/25 06:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot urged Beijing on Thursday to help bring Russia to talks over ending its war in Ukraine as he met Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.
» Macron hosts European leaders for Ukraine security summit
27/03/25 05:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday was hosting European leaders including President Volodymyr Zelensky for a summit aimed at boosting Ukrainian security ahead of any potential ceasefire with Russia to end the over three-year war.
» Macron hosts Europe's 'coalition of willing' to protect Ukraine
27/03/25 05:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday was hosting European leaders and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday for a summit aimed at boosting Ukrainian security ahead of any potential ceasefire with Russia.
» Europe should 'prove' it can 'defend itself': Zelensky
27/03/25 05:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Europe on Thursday to "prove" it can "defend itself", as he joined a summit in Paris aimed at strengthening Kiev's security.
» Investigation into İBB is legal, not political: Tunç
27/03/25 05:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç addressed international journalists in Istanbul, emphasizing that the ongoing investigation into Istanbul Municipality is a judicial matter, not a political one.
» Competition authority launches probe into Apple, other companies
27/03/25 04:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s Competition Board has launched an investigation into five companies, including Apple, over allegations of price coordination.
» Plant with 200,000 capacity in Samsun to produce Chery cars
27/03/25 04:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
A plant set to be constructed in the Black Sea province of Samsun, with an annual capacity of 200,000, will manufacture Chery-brand vehicles, state-run Anadolu Agency has reported.
» Havelsan, Egypt's Kader sign deal on joint production
27/03/25 04:12 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish defense firm Havelsan and Egypt's Kader Factory have signed an agreement to start joint production of defense industry equipment in the Egyptian capital Cairo.
» Court orders more arrests over Kartalkaya fire
27/03/25 04:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
A court has issued arrest decisions for six individuals, including the hotel owner's daughter and spouse, in connection with the devastating fire at the renowned ski resort of Kartalkaya earlier this year.
» 150 police officers injured in protests: Yerlikaya
27/03/25 03:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on Thursday that 150 police officers were injured during the recent protests, condemning the violent attacks against law enforcement.
» Top Turkish, US officials meet in Washington for talks
27/03/25 03:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's chief adviser on Foreign Policy and Security, Akif Çağatay Kılıç met Wednesday with U.S. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz for talks.
» UN reports 142,000 displaced in Gaza in 1 week
27/03/25 03:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.N. on Wednesday reported that at least 142,000 people have been displaced in the Gaza Strip in one week, as Israeli bombardments and displacement orders escalate.
» Trump announces 25 percent tariffs on foreign-built vehicles
27/03/25 02:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced steep tariffs on auto imports and parts, provoking threats of retaliation from trading partners ahead of further promised trade levies next week.
» Fire breaks out at hotel in Uludağ, killing two
27/03/25 02:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Two people died, and several others were injured after a massive fire erupted at a hotel in the tourism hotspot Uludağ, rapidly engulfing the building and prompting an emergency response from multiple fire crews.
» 2 killed in Uludağ hotel fire, national skier among dead
27/03/25 02:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Two people died, and several others were injured after a massive fire erupted at a hotel in the tourism hotspot Uludağ, rapidly engulfing the building and prompting an emergency response from multiple fire crews.
» Israeli strikes on Gaza kill 28 Palestinians
27/03/25 01:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least 28 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes Wednesday targeting homes and groups of civilians across the war-devastated Gaza Strip.
» Turkish university student detained in US amid pro-Palestinian activities
27/03/25 01:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. authorities have detained a Turkish university student, the latest action taken against a foreign learner associated with pro-Palestinian campus activism as President Donald Trump cracks down on the movement.
» Türkiye to maintain tight monetary policy stance: Karahan
27/03/25 01:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Fatih Karahan, governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT), said Wednesday that they will maintain a tight monetary policy stance until a permanent fall in inflation and price stability is achieved.
» Erdoğan urges Islamic world to embrace unity amid challenges
27/03/25 01:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Wednesday called on the Islamic world to embrace unity and "hold tightly to our brotherhood" regardless of the ethnic differences.
» South Korea wildfires 'largest on record': Disaster chief
27/03/25 01:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
Wildfires in South Korea are now "the largest on record" having burned more forest than any previous blaze, the country's disaster chief said Thursday, as the death toll rose to 26.
» World's largest wildfires in South Korea kill 27 people
27/03/25 01:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
Wildfires in South Korea are now "the largest on record" having burned more forest than any previous blaze, the country's disaster chief said Thursday, as the death toll rose to 27.
» Popularity of Turkish TV series sparks interest from international film studios
26/03/25 14:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
‘There are key criteria when choosing a location, and Türkiye is rich in term of natural film vistas,’ the chair of the Turkish Film Commission says
» State Theaters welcomed 14 mln viewers
26/03/25 14:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
From plays by local authors to world literature adaptations, musicals and children's performances, State Theaters (DT) reached a total of 13,993,754 audience members over the past 10 years.
» Lions rescued from Ukraine settle into a new life
26/03/25 14:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
One malnourished lioness had spent her life confined to an apartment. Another was so shell-shocked she could barely walk.
» Israel releases Palestinian Oscar winner director
26/03/25 14:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli police released Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal on March 25, after detaining him a day earlier for "hurling rocks" following what activists described as an attack by settlers in the occupied West Bank.
» Shadow play keeps 500-year-old Turkish tradition alive
26/03/25 14:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
A 57-year-old master puppeteer from the southern city of Mersin is keeping the centuries-old Turkish traditional shadow play alive, traveling from city to city to introduce new generations to this cultural heritage.
» Tea-derived ‘vegan leather’ showcased in southern city
26/03/25 14:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
A research assistant from Adana has unveiled a collection of works made from “vegan leather” derived from used tea at an exhibition in the southern city.
» Erdoğan criticizes boycott calls, announces 9-day holiday for Eid
26/03/25 13:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan condemned what he described as "irresponsible boycott calls" targeting businesses and industries, stating that his administration would not allow politicians to endanger Türkiye’s economy.
» More than 170 jailed pending trial over protests
26/03/25 10:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
The courts have ordered the arrest of more than 170 people over the protests triggered by the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu last week.
» Bahçeli condemns CHP over protests
26/03/25 10:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has strongly condemned the Republican People’s Party (CHP), accusing them of aligning with "marginal and illegal leftist groups" in what he called a "provocation" aimed at underminin...
» Istanbul Municipality elects acting mayor
26/03/25 09:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Istanbul Municipality’s council yesterday elected Nuri Aslan, a member of the opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), as acting mayor, with the election concluding in the third round.
» Israel PM threatens to seize Gaza territory unless hostages freed
26/03/25 07:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday warned Hamas that Israel would seize territory in Gaza if the militants refused to release hostages still held in the Palestinian territory.
» Erdoğan vows accountability for ‘sabotaging’ economy
26/03/25 07:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
Those who are attempting to disrupt the people’s prosperity through economic sabotage will pay the price of justice, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has vowed, strongly criticizing the Republican People’s Party (CHP) for trying to cover u...
» Bayraktar TB3 makes history with supersonic missile test success
26/03/25 07:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Bayraktar TB3, the world’s first armed unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) to take off and land on a short-runway ship, achieved a groundbreaking milestone by striking a target with pinpoint accuracy using a supersonic IHA-122 missile deve...
» South Korea's wildfires kill 24, wreak 'unprecedented damage'
26/03/25 07:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
One of South Korea's worst-ever wildfire outbreaks has killed at least 24 people, officials said on Wednesday, with multiple raging blazes causing "unprecedented damage" and threatening two UNESCO-listed sites.
» Companies’ inflation expectations continue to improve
26/03/25 05:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
The 12-month-ahead annual inflation expectations decreased by 0.8 points to 41.1 percent for real sector and fell by 0.7 points to 24.6 percent for market participants in March compared to the previous month, a survey by the Central Bank...
» Households’ inflation expectations ticked up in March
26/03/25 05:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
The 12-month-ahead annual inflation expectations decreased by 0.8 points to 41.1 percent for real sector and fell by 0.7 points to 24.6 percent for market participants in March compared to the previous month, a survey by the Central Bank...
» Ankara requests explanation from Athens over ‘impertinent’ chants at military parade
26/03/25 04:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has formally requested an explanation from Greece on March 25 regarding slogans shouted by some Greek army personnel during a military parade in Athens on the occasion of the Greek Independence Day, describing them as “impertinent.”
» Impact of market volatility on economy will be limited: Şimşek
26/03/25 03:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek has signaled stability in Türkiye's economy, saying that volatility in markets has significantly decreased and that he expects the effects of recent developments on the economy to be temporary and limited, ...
» Economic inequality among families rising in Sweden
26/03/25 02:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
One in three single parents in Sweden is unable to provide enough food for their family, with rising economic inequality hitting children hardest, a survey published on Wednesday showed.
» ECB pushes back against calls for looser eurozone bank rules
26/03/25 02:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
The European Central Bank has pushed back against calls to loosen rules for eurozone banks despite fears they could fall behind U.S. rivals if President Donald Trump implements major deregulation.
» Israel releases Palestinian Oscar winner after West Bank detention
26/03/25 02:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli police released Oscar-winning Palestinian filmmaker Hamdan Ballal on Tuesday, after detaining him a day earlier for "hurling rocks" following what activists described as an attack by settlers in the occupied West Bank.
» State Opera and Ballet reaches a wide audience
26/03/25 01:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
The State Opera and Ballet reached record-breaking audience numbers in the 2023-2024 season, staging 44 new productions and 1,009 performances for over 613,000 art enthusiasts
» Chewing gum releases microplastics into mouth
26/03/25 01:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Chewing gum releases hundreds of tiny plastic pieces straight into people's mouths, researchers said on March 25, also warning of the pollution created by the rubber-based sweet.
» Istanbul command plays crucial role in Black Sea mine surveillance
26/03/25 01:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
With its advanced surveillance capabilities and continuous naval operations, the Turkish Naval Forces’ Mine Countermeasures Command (MCM) is at the forefront of maritime security in the Black Sea, playing a key role in safeguarding Türki...
» Over 15,000 teams apply to compete at Teknofest in Turkish Cyprus
26/03/25 01:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Over 15,000 teams and 47,000 applicants have submitted their entries for Teknofest, which will bring together technology enthusiasts in Turkish Cyprus from May 1 to May 4 at the former Ercan Airport in Nicosia.
» Trump downplays firestorm over leaked Yemen air strike chat
26/03/25 01:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump downplayed a growing scandal Tuesday after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat about air strikes on Yemen, denying any classified information was shared and defending a top aide over the breach.
» Russia, Ukraine agree to halt Black Sea clashes with Türkiye as potential observer
26/03/25 01:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia and Ukraine agreed Tuesday to halt military strikes in the Black Sea and on energy sites during talks brokered by the United States, which offered to ease pressure on agricultural exports as a first concrete incentive to Moscow.
» Parliament speaker invites counterparts to pro-Palestine summit in Istanbul
26/03/25 01:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş on Tuesday spoke by phone separately with his counterparts from Palestine, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Egypt, inviting them to the April 18 meeting of the pro-Palestine Parliamentary Speakers Group.
» Türkiye urges int'l community to 'step up' support to secure Syria's future
26/03/25 01:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's U.N. envoy Ahmet Yıldız on Tuesday urged increased international support for Syria as that country faces a critical juncture in its transition.
» Fidan, Rubio signal defense breakthrough in Washington talks
26/03/25 01:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio underscored their commitment to removing obstacles to defense industry cooperation during a meeting in Washington on Tuesday, according to Turkish Foreign Ministry sour...
» We won't allow provocations: Erdoğan
25/03/25 13:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan warned against political unrest and called for national unity during an iftar dinner with university students at the Beştepe National Exhibition Hall on Sunday.
» Top Turkish, US diplomats due to meet in Washington for talks
25/03/25 11:19 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his American counterpart, Marco Rubio, will meet Tuesday in Washington DC for talks.
» Top Turkish, US diplomats gather in Washington for talks
25/03/25 11:19 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his American counterpart, Marco Rubio, began talks Tuesday at the State Department in Washington.
» Over 1,400 detained amid protests: Yerlikaya
25/03/25 10:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
More than 1,400 people have been detained in connection with the mass protests that have swept Türkiye since March 19, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Tuesday.
» Justice minister vows accountability for violence in streets
25/03/25 08:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç has vowed that those inciting unrest on the streets in response to the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu will be held to account.
» US says Russia, Ukraine agree to end Black Sea military action
25/03/25 08:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia and Ukraine agreed Tuesday to halt military strikes in the Black Sea and on energy sites during talks brokered by the United States, which offered as a first concrete incentive to Moscow to ease pressure on agricultural exports.
» Beyoğlu mayor summoned to testify over congress probe
25/03/25 08:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
The prosecutor’s office has summoned Beyoğlu Mayor İnan Güney to testify as part of an ongoing investigation into the 2023 Istanbul congress of the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP).
» Hybrid vehicles sell faster than EVs in used car market
25/03/25 08:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hybrid cars are selling faster than electric vehicles in the used car market, where consumer appetite for secondhand cars has been weak in recent months.
» US citizen deported for joining unauthorized Istanbul protests
25/03/25 08:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul police have deported a U.S. citizen who participated in unauthorized protests in Saraçhane, held to oppose the recent corruption and terrorism probe targeting the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (İBB) and its deposed mayor, E...
» TWF successfully completes 1.1 billion euro syndicated loan
25/03/25 07:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye Wealth Fund (TWF) on March 15 successfully secured a syndicated loan of 837 million euros and $285 million, with a two-year maturity, for the first time without a Treasury guarantee.
» Humanitarian aid cuts could cause more children to die: UN
25/03/25 07:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Cuts in international aid could bring an end to decades of progress in fighting child mortality, and even reverse the trend, the United Nations warned March 24.
» South Korea struggles to contain deadly wildfires
25/03/25 07:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Deadly wildfires in South Korea worsened overnight, officials said on Tuesday, as dry, windy weather hampers efforts to contain one of the country's worst-ever fire outbreaks.
» Business morale improves, capacity usage increases
25/03/25 06:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Business morale improved and capacity utilization in the key manufacturing sector increased in March, according to separate data released on March 25.
» Ties with US can gain momentum under Trump rule: Erdoğan
25/03/25 06:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish-American bilateral ties have the potential to gain significant momentum under the Trump administration, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said, citing a joint target of increasing the trade volume to $100 billion.
» Oscar-winning Palestinian director detained by Israeli army
25/03/25 06:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli settlers beat up one of the Palestinian co-directors of the Oscar-winning documentary film “ No Other Land ” on March 24 in the occupied West Bank before he was detained by the Israeli military, according to two of his fellow dir...
» US, Ukraine in fresh round of talks on halting war
25/03/25 05:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukrainian and U.S. officials were holding another round of talks on Tuesday in Riyadh, a Ukrainian source said, a day after a lengthy meeting between the U.S. and Russian delegations on a partial ceasefire in Ukraine.
» US, Ukraine officials in new Saudi talks, no breakthrough with Russia
25/03/25 05:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukrainian and U.S. officials were holding another round of talks on Tuesday in Riyadh, a Ukrainian source said, a day after a lengthy meeting between the U.S. and Russian delegations on a partial ceasefire in Ukraine.
» Gov’t, opposition slam insulting slogans in protests
25/03/25 05:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Demonstrations against the imprisonment of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu continued for the sixth night on March 24, with slogans insulting President Erdoğan and his family sparking controversy and condemnation from both the government an...
» Tesla's EU sales plunge 49 pct in first two months of 2025
25/03/25 05:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
European sales of Tesla electric cars dropped 49 percent in January-February compared with the same period a year earlier, the ACEA manufacturers' association said on Tuesday.
» Trump to impose tariff on countries buying Venezuelan oil
25/03/25 05:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced steep tariffs on imports from countries buying Venezuelan oil and gas, a punitive measure that could hit China and India, among others, and sow fresh global trade uncertainty.
» Şimşek, Karahan to hold call with international investors
25/03/25 03:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek and Central Bank Governor Fatih Karahan will speak with international investors in a teleconference call on March 25 amid the volatility in the Turkish markets.
» Şimşek, Karahan hold call with international investors
25/03/25 03:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek and Central Bank Governor Fatih Karahan held a video conference with international investors on March 25, addressing recent economic developments and market stability.
» Exhibit spotlights Victor Hugo's lesser-known talent
25/03/25 01:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
French writer Victor Hugo is famous for penning "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" and "Les Miserables" but less known is his work as an illustrator, now the subject of a new exhibition in London.
» Poachers have no escape thanks to cameras
25/03/25 01:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Inspections carried out with 147 motion-triggered cameras and eight drones in eight provinces under the jurisdiction of the 13th Regional Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks (DKMP) have led to a decline in illegal hunti...
» Bornova Tulip blooms again after 30 years
25/03/25 01:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
The "Bornova Tulip" (Tulipa Culisiena), once believed to be extinct in its native habitat, has bloomed again in the western province of İzmir’s Bornova district after nearly three decades of absence.
» Journalist killed, evacuation calls issued as Israel presses Gaza offensive
25/03/25 01:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
An Israeli air strike killed a journalist working with Al Jazeera on Monday and the military issued fresh calls to evacuate parts of Gaza's north, as Israel pressed its renewed bombardment and ground operations in the Palestinian territory.
» US, Russia talks on Ukraine ceasefire wrap up as fresh fighting rages
25/03/25 01:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
A meeting between Russian and U.S. officials on a partial ceasefire in Ukraine ended after 12 hours of negotiations in Saudi Arabia, Russian state media said, as both sides in the conflict reported a wave of fresh attacks.
» Trump admin sent journalist classified US plan for Yemen strikes
25/03/25 01:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
A U.S. journalist was inadvertently included in a group chat in which Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Vice President JD Vance and other top officials discussed upcoming strikes against Yemen's Houthi rebels, the White House confirmed Mon...
» Türkiye calls for adaptability in UN peace operations
25/03/25 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's ambassador to the U.N. on Monday underscored the need for adaptability in U.N. peacekeeping operations to address evolving global challenges.
» Erdoğan optimistic on US-Türkiye ties after 'cordial' phone call
24/03/25 12:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has expressed optimism about the future of Türkiye-U.S. relations during a speech following a cabinet meeting in the capital Ankara on March 24, describing a recent phone call with U.S. President Do...
» Permission granted for probe against Ankara Municipality over concerts
24/03/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Ankara Governor’s Office granted authorization for an inquiry into 33 out of 130 concerts organized by the Ankara Municipality between 2021 and 2024, citing potential financial misconduct.
» First cruise ship arrives in Greece’s Santorini after tremors
24/03/25 07:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
Santorini, one of Greece’s top tourist destinations, has received its first cruise ship of the year, marking a significant step toward recovery after a series of strong earthquakes in February led to a state of emergency.
» 1,000 Palestinians leave Gaza as part of Israel’s exodus plan
24/03/25 07:25 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel has initiated a program to facilitate the emigration of Palestinians from the war-torn Gaza Strip with so-called voluntary departure plan, as around 1,000 people have left since early March as part of a Defense Ministry plan.
» Over 1,100 detained in protests over İmamoğlu’s arrest
24/03/25 07:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Authorities have detained 1,133 people over a five-day period in response to the escalating wave of demonstrations triggered by the arrest of Istanbul’s deposed mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on March 24.
» Over 1,100 detained in protests over İmamoğlu’s arrest: Minister
24/03/25 07:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Authorities have detained 1,133 people over a five-day period in response to the escalating wave of demonstrations triggered by the arrest of Istanbul’s deposed mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on March 24.
» Heathrow airport ‘had enough power' to stay open
24/03/25 07:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
The head of the U.K.'s national grid has said there was "enough power" to keep Heathrow Airport running on Friday, after an electrical substation fire shuttered Europe's busiest air hub.
» CHP vows ‘great struggle’ after İmamoğlu’s arrest
24/03/25 07:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
The main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) has pledged to launch a determined campaign in response to the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, who was officially declared the party’s presidential candidate during the primari...
» Trade minister, business delegation to visit Bulgaria
24/03/25 06:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
Trade Minister Ömer Bolat and a delegation of businesspeople are due in Bulgaria on March 25 to hold talks, according to state-run Anadolu Agency.
» Bolu hotel fire report spotlights negligence by ministries, local institutions
24/03/25 06:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
An expert report on the deadly fire at a Kartalkaya hotel in the northwestern city of Bolu on Jan. 21, which killed 78 people, has revealed serious negligence by two ministries and two institutions.
» Turkish top diplomat to go to US for key strategic talks
24/03/25 06:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is set to engage in key strategic talks with his American counterpart, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during his first trip from Ankara to Washington since the Trump administration took office, amid ...
» Global energy demand grows faster-than-average in 2024: IEA
24/03/25 04:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Global energy demand grew at a faster-than-average pace in 2024 as the consumption of electricity rose around the world – with increased supply of renewables and natural gas covering the majority of additional energy needs, the Internati...
» Capital Markets Board bans short-selling on Borsa Istanbul
24/03/25 02:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Capital Markets Board (SPK) has announced a series of measures amid volatility in financial markets, including a ban on short-selling on Borsa Istanbul.
» Gas production at Sakarya Field to rise fivefold by 2028: Minister
24/03/25 02:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Natural gas production at the Sakarya Field in the Black Sea will increase fivefold by 2028, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has said.
» Finance Minister Şimşek dismisses resignation rumors
24/03/25 02:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek has denied speculation about his intention to step down from his position.
» World-famous artists to gather once again in Ephesus
24/03/25 02:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
The International Ephesus Opera and Ballet Festival is set to spotlight Türkiye on the global art stage, according to State Opera and Ballet General Director Tan Sağtürk, who emphasizes that such events aim to transform the country into ...
» Winners of Istanbul Photo Awards 2025 announced
24/03/25 02:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
The winners of the prestigious Istanbul Photo Awards 2025 were announced on March 21, recognizing outstanding achievements in international news photography.
» The sweet face of Berlin
24/03/25 02:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
After the fall of the Berlin Wall, Berlin became the capital of transformation and change, of diversity and creativity — it is now also the address of chefs who break the traditional walls in gastronomy.
» Majority of students hooked on screens, ministry study reveals
24/03/25 02:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
A recent study conducted by the Education Ministry has shown that about 64.3 percent of fourth-grade students find it challenging to spend even a single day without using digital devices such as smartphones or tablets.
» Iconic ‘Kartal’ steamboat displayed at Çanakkale museum
24/03/25 02:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s Defense Ministry has announced that the "Kartal” steamboat, one of the emblems of the Turkish War of Independence, is now on display at the Çanakkale Naval Museum after restoration work.
» Israel encircles Rafah in Gaza ground ops
24/03/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel's military pressed ground operations across the Gaza Strip on Sunday, encircling part of Rafah city near Egypt almost a week into a renewed assault on the Palestinian territory.
» US-Russia talks on Ukraine to begin in Saudi Arabia
24/03/25 01:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia on Monday for talks on a partial ceasefire in the Ukraine war, a day after delegates from Washington and Kyiv had their own discussions.
» US-Russia talks on Ukraine ceasefire start in Riyadh
24/03/25 01:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. and Russian officials on Monday began talks in Saudi Arabia on a possible ceasefire in the three-year Ukraine war, Russia's TASS news agency reported.
» US, Russia in Saudi talks on Ukraine ceasefire plan
24/03/25 01:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
American and Russian officials met in Saudi Arabia to discuss a partial ceasefire in Ukraine on Monday, a day after U.S.-Ukraine talks there and as President Donald Trump pushes to quickly end the war.
» Erdoğan convenes cabinet amid İmamoğlu probe, terror talks
24/03/25 01:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will lead a Cabinet meeting today, March 24, 2025, at the Beştepe Presidential Complex, tackling a packed agenda: the investigation behind Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu’s arrest, progress on the “Terror-Fre...
» Gaza's Health Ministry says Israeli jets strike largest hospital in south
23/03/25 16:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
Gaza’s Health Ministry says Israel’s military struck the largest hospital in southern Gaza on Sunday night, and Nasser Hospital says one person was killed.
» Houthi group reports 2 new US airstrikes in northern Yemen
23/03/25 14:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. warplanes staged two airstrikes on the outskirts of Saada province in northern Yemen on Sunday evening, the Houthi group said.
» Peace impossible in region without stopping Israel: Fidan
23/03/25 13:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has stressed that peace in the region cannot be achieved unless Israel is restrained, emphasizing the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza, diplomatic sources said.
» Canada's new PM calls snap election for April 28
23/03/25 12:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney set April 28 for a federal election Sunday and with the threats of U.S. annexation and tariffs, it may be the most important in Canada’s history.
» Justice minister urges restraint after İmamoğlu’s arrest
23/03/25 09:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç has urged restraint and patience after an Istanbul court decided to arrest Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and dozens of people over alleged corruption and terror links, stressing that the judicial process is s...
» CHP members flock to polling stations to elect İmamoğlu as presidential nominee
23/03/25 07:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Members of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) have voted in mass numbers to elect Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu as the presidential candidate of the main opposition on the day he was arrested over corruption allegations.
» Cappadocia uses airbag-like support for collapsing fairy chimney
23/03/25 07:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
Authorities in Cappadocia, a leading cultural tourism destination in the central city of Nevşehir, have implemented innovative preventive measures to protect a fairy chimney whose capstone was at risk of collapsing due to erosion at its ...
» Israel presses ground offensive in Gaza
23/03/25 07:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel's military pressed ground operations across the Gaza Strip on Sunday, urging Palestinians to flee an offensive in Rafah city nearly a week into a renewed assault on the Hamas-ruled territory.
» 'Deceived' Venezuelans protest US deportations
23/03/25 05:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Relatives of Venezuelan migrants sent by the United States to a Salvadoran prison protested on March 22 for their release, joining other families who said they were "deceived" in believing they were headed to Venezuela.
» Macron 'only point of reference' for mending ties: Algeria leader
23/03/25 05:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has said that French counterpart Emmanuel Macron is the "only point of reference" for mending frayed ties with its former colonial ruler.
» Moscow targets Kiev with drones ahead of truce talks
23/03/25 05:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least three people were killed, including a five-year-old child, after Russia launched a barrage of drones targeting Kiev overnight Sunday, according to local Ukrainian officials and emergency services.
» Consumer demand for electronic goods drive retail sales
23/03/25 04:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
The annual increase in retail sales accelerated again in January after hitting a five-month low in December, driven mainly by demand for consumer electronics and home appliances.
» Türkiye targets over 7 million Russian tourists in 2025
23/03/25 04:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye aims to host over 7 million Russian tourists this year, supported by the positive trajectory of political and economic relations between the two countries, Turkish sector representatives have said.
» Türkiye led Europe in agricultural output: UN agency
23/03/25 04:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye became a leader in agricultural output with $68.9 billion, as the importance of food security came to the fore following the pandemic and geopolitical conflicts around the world, according to the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organiz...
» Economic program implemented with determination: Şimşek
23/03/25 04:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
The economic program continues to be implemented with determination and the government has the necessary instruments, Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek has said.
» Tens of thousands in France protest racism and far right
23/03/25 00:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Tens of thousands of people in Paris and other French cities rallied against racism and the rise of the far right on Saturday.
» İmamoğlu in court over municipal corruption, terror charges
23/03/25 00:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu appeared before a criminal court judge on Sunday after being referred for arrest as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption and terrorism-related offenses linked to the Istanbul Municipality.
» İmamoğlu arrested following corruption investigation
23/03/25 00:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu were arrested as part of a corruption investigation into the Istanbul Municipality.
» Court orders İmamoğlu jailed pending trial on corruption charges
23/03/25 00:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
A court has ruled to jail Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu pending trial on charges of corruption and graft, while rejecting the prosecution’s request for his official arrest over terror-related accusations.
» İmamoğlu removed from office after arrest over graft charges
23/03/25 00:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
A court has ruled to jail Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu pending trial on charges of corruption and graft, while denying the prosecution’s request for his arrest related to terror accusations.
» 6 children among 21 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza
23/03/25 00:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least 21 Palestinians, including six children, were killed on Saturday in Israeli airstrikes on the northern and central Gaza Strip.
» 29 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, Lebanon
23/03/25 00:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least 29 people were killed on Saturday in Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.
» Over 30 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, Lebanon
23/03/25 00:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least 30 people were killed on Saturday in Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip and Lebanon.
» Erdoğan slams opposition over corruption probes, vows judicial independence
23/03/25 00:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Saturday criticized the opposition over corruption and terrorism investigations into Istanbul Municipality, urging Republican People’s Party (CHP) leader Özgür Özel to let the judiciary operate without p...
» Erdoğan calls on CHP not to put pressure on Turkish courts
23/03/25 00:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called on the Republican People’s Party (CHP) not to impose pressure on the Turkish judiciary over the case against Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and vowed no tolerance against those who try to disrupt ...
» Girl among two dead as Israel strikes Lebanon after cross-border rocket fire
22/03/25 10:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel conducted deadly strikes on Lebanon Saturday in response to a rocket attack from across the border, as militant group Hezbollah denied responsibility for the launch.
» Japan, China, and South Korea agree to promote peace, cooperation
22/03/25 07:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Japan, South Korea and China agreed Saturday that peace on the Korean peninsula was a shared responsibility, Seoul's foreign minister said, in a meeting of the three countries' top diplomats in which they pledged to promote cooperation.
» A daring viewpoint
22/03/25 07:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
At Lokanta İst, Chef İsmet Saz sets out on a deeply personal and ambitious culinary journey alongside Nicholas Gill to redefine local flavors for a global audience.
» Family Ministry to provide training for Turks in Germany
22/03/25 02:19 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Family and Social Services Ministry will hold online educational seminars for Turkish citizens living in Germany on April 12-13 as part of its intense efforts to strengthen family structures and raise awareness about the importance o...
» Yerlikaya reports 97 detained amid protests over İmamoğlu's arrest
22/03/25 01:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on March 22 that 97 suspects were detained across Türkiye during street protests sparked by an ongoing legal process against Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, with the government slamming calls for ...
» Trump considers lifting sanctions, selling F-35 fighter jets to Türkiye: Report
22/03/25 01:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump is looking at lifting sanctions on Türkiye and selling fighter jets to the country, even the fifth-generation F-35s, Fox News reported on Friday.
» US to import eggs from Türkiye, S Korea amid crisis: Agriculture secretary
22/03/25 01:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.S. will import hundreds of millions of eggs from Türkiye and South Korea to address a severe shortage caused by an avian influenza outbreak and supply chain disruptions, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on Friday.
» Turkish Foreign Ministry condemns attack on Iraqi consulate in Istanbul
22/03/25 01:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Assailants on motorcycles opened fire on Iraq’s Consulate General in Türkiye late Friday, Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesperson Oncü Keçeli confirmed.
» VP Yılmaz warns against 'provocative rhetoric'
21/03/25 15:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz issued a stern warning against what he described as "provocative rhetoric" aimed at inciting unrest, emphasizing that such actions undermine democratic politics and the rule of law.
» Türkiye stepping up diplomatic push for Gaza ceasefire: Erdoğan
21/03/25 14:12 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Friday took part in a virtual meeting of European leaders.
» Trump optimistic about full ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine
21/03/25 13:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism Friday about a potential full ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, suggesting that negotiations are progressing toward an agreement.
» Türkiye condemns destruction of Turkish-Palestinian Friendship Hospital in Gaza
21/03/25 12:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye on Friday strongly condemned the destruction of the Turkish-Palestinian Friendship Hospital in Gaza, which was built by Türkiye and operated by local authorities as a cancer treatment center.
» Justice minister criticizes CHP leader’s call for street protests
21/03/25 11:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç on Friday criticized opposition leader Özgür Özel's call for street protests in response to an ongoing corruption and terrorism investigation involving the Istanbul Municipality.
» CHP to hold extraordinary convention in April
21/03/25 10:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Republican People’s Party (CHP) has decided to hold an extraordinary convention in early April after a probe was launched against the latest party convention in which sitting Chairman Özgür Özel was elected as the new head of the main op...
» Türkiye won’t surrender to street terrorism: Erdoğan
21/03/25 09:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye will not tolerate attempts to ruin the public order and “street terrorism”, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has vowed, urging the main opposition party to act responsibly and respect judicial processes.
» Fidan to attend Gaza contact group meeting in Cairo
21/03/25 08:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced that he will attend the Gaza Contact Group’s meeting in Cairo on March 23 where prominent Muslim countries will discuss the necessity of returning to the ceasefire regime between Israel and Hamas.
» İmamoğlu faces seven charges as part of ongoing probes
21/03/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Prosecutors have leveled a total of seven charges against Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, stemming from two ongoing investigations into corruption and alleged links to terrorism, Turkish media reported on March 21.
» İmamoğlu denied all charges about corruption
21/03/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ekrem İmamoğlu has denied all charges about financial corruption claims in his testimony part of the ongoing investigation.
» Imamoglu rejects all charges about corruption
21/03/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ekrem İmamoğlu has denied all charges about financial corruption claims in his testimony part of the ongoing investigation.
» İmamoğlu strongly rejects allegations on corruption probe
21/03/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ekrem İmamoğlu has denied all charges about financial corruption claims in his testimony part of the ongoing investigation.
» İmamoğlu faces terror charges on day four of İstanbul custody
21/03/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu began answering questions on terrorism charges on March 22 morning, marking a critical turn in an ongoing investigation by the Istanbul Chief Prosecutor’s Office.
» Central Bank steps in to calm volatility in markets this week
21/03/25 07:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish Central Bank has announced a raft of measures this week amid volatility in the FX market and stock exchange, vowing more actions if needed to “maintain sound functioning of financial markets.”
» Israeli defense minister threatens to annex part of Gaza
21/03/25 07:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said on March 21 that he ordered the military to "seize more ground" in Gaza, warning of partial annexation if Hamas does not release hostages held in the Palestinian territory.
» Gaza civil defense says 11 killed in fresh Israel strikes
21/03/25 07:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
Gaza's civil defense agency said Israeli strikes killed 11 people on Friday, as the military pressed its offensive in the Palestinian territory for a fourth day.
» Israel defense minister threatens to annex parts of Gaza
21/03/25 07:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli defense Minister Israel Katz threatened Friday to annex parts of the Gaza Strip unless Hamas militants release the remaining Israeli hostages held in the war-battered Palestinian territory.
» Zelensky urges 'pressure' on Russia after drone barrage
21/03/25 07:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on March 21 urged "joint pressure" on Moscow after it launched a "massive" overnight aerial attack, firing 214 drones and several guided bombs at cities across Ukraine.
» Iran's Khamenei says US threats 'will get them nowhere'
21/03/25 05:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iran's supreme leader said on Friday that U.S. threats against his country "will get them nowhere", after President Donald Trump warned of possible military action against the Islamic republic.
» Greece extends fast-track visa scheme for Turkish tourists
21/03/25 05:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Greece has decided to extend a visa-on-arrival scheme for Turkish nationals planning to visit 12 Aegean islands for up to a week, Greek diplomatic sources have confirmed.
» Consumer morale further improves, hitting 22-month high
21/03/25 05:12 from Hurriyet Daily News
Consumer morale improved for a second month in a row in March, reaching a 22-month high, data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) has shown.
» Rarely seen cave art holds prehistoric secrets
21/03/25 03:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Deep inside a labyrinthine cave in southwestern France, ancient humans who lived around 30,000 years ago carved horses, mammoths and rhinoceros into the walls, a fabulous prehistoric menagerie that has rarely been seen until now.
» Researchers find a hint at how to delay Alzheimer's symptoms
21/03/25 03:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
An experimental treatment appears to delay Alzheimer’s symptoms in some people genetically destined to get the disease in their 40s or 50s, according to new findings from ongoing research.
» Termessos: A haven for history and nature enthusiasts
21/03/25 03:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Located on Güllük Mountain in Antalya, the ancient city of Termessos, known for its millennia-old historical texture and natural beauty, is attracting more visitors as the weather warms
» Motorcycles outnumber cars in five Turkish cities
21/03/25 03:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
The number of registered motorcycles in Türkiye has reached a record-high 6.3 million as of February, surpassing the number of cars in five provinces.
» Türkiye to mandate complication insurance for medical tourists
21/03/25 03:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s booming medical tourism sector is set to undergo a shift as foreign patients seeking medical services in the nation will now be required to have both complication insurance and travel health insurance, according to a draft regu...
» Nation gears up for vibrant Nevruz celebrations
21/03/25 03:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of people have completed their preparations for Nevruz, a traditional festival marking the arrival of spring, with engaging rituals and vibrant events across Türkiye.
» London's Heathrow airport closed after fire causes major power cut
21/03/25 03:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Britain's Heathrow airport, Europe's busiest, was shut down early Friday for 24 hours after a major fire at an electricity substation cut power to the sprawling facility west of London, officials said.
» Travel chaos after power outage closes London's Heathrow airport
21/03/25 03:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Heathrow airport was completely shut down on Friday after a power outage due to a fire at a London electricity substation, causing travel chaos for passengers around the world and the cancellation or diversion of hundreds of flights from...
» Heathrow to resume some flights after power station fire
21/03/25 03:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
London's Heathrow Airport said it would resume "some flights" later Friday after a fire at a power station grounded planes at Europe's busiest air hub, causing travel chaos for thousands of people around the world.
» Heathrow flights resume after power outage
21/03/25 03:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Some flights landed at London's Heathrow Airport late on Friday after a fire at a power station grounded planes at Europe's busiest air hub, causing travel chaos for thousands of people around the world.
» Macron announces fresh 'coalition of willing' meeting on Ukraine
21/03/25 02:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
French President Emmanuel Macron said leaders of the coalition backing Ukraine would meet again next week, hoping to finalise plans to secure a potential truce in the war with Russia.
» Israel expands Gaza ground operation as missiles intercepted
21/03/25 02:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel's military on Thursday expanded ground operations across Gaza, after it reported missiles intercepted from Yemen and Hamas militants said they fired rockets towards Tel Aviv.
» Yerlikaya condemns call for street protests amid İmamoğlu detention tensions
21/03/25 02:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya called for order as the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and other municipal leaders sparks protests on March 20, 2025.
» Yerlikaya calls for order amid İmamoğlu detention tensions
21/03/25 02:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya called for order as the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and other municipal leaders sparks protests on March 20, 2025.
» Over 50 detained amid protests over İmamoğlu’s detention
21/03/25 02:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
The police detained 53 people during overnight protests against the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on March 21, condemning calls for mass demonstrations.
» Protest ban extended amid street calls over İmamoğlu’s detention
21/03/25 02:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
The police detained 53 people during overnight protests against the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on March 21, condemning calls for mass demonstrations as protest bans across the co...
» İmamoğlu’s future uncertain as detention hits third day
21/03/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu enters his third day in custody on March 21, with his political future shrouded in doubt.
» 100th anniversary of Türkiye-Japan ties crowned with record exports
21/03/25 01:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
The 100th anniversary of Türkiye-Japan diplomatic relations saw Turkish exports to Japan reach a record $717.6 million in 2024.
» Israel’s war crimes in Gaza will face judgment: Erdoğan
21/03/25 01:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Thursday that those who do not stop Israel's war crimes and genocide in the Gaza Strip will be held accountable in history and humanity's conscience, sooner or later.
» US presses Israel for 'full accountability' in killing of Turkish-American activist
21/03/25 00:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.S. continues to press Israel for answers and "full accountability" on the killing of Turkish American activist Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi in the occupied West Bank last September, a State Department spokesperson told Anadolu on Thursday.
» Erdoğan slams opposition over diploma scandal, corruption allegations
20/03/25 13:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Thursday criticized opposition parties for failing to address corruption and diploma scandals, accusing them of deceiving the public and avoiding accountability.
» MHP Leader calls for PKK disbandment ahead of Nevruz
20/03/25 11:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Chairman Devlet Bahçeli has called on the PKK to hold a congress and formally disband, proposing that this take place in the Malazgirt district of Muş on May 4.
» Erdoğan convenes top security board amid efforts for terror-free Türkiye
20/03/25 09:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan chaired the top security board on March 20, during which in-depth discussions on efforts to create a terror-free Türkiye were discussed, with Ankara issuing calls for PKK to announce the exact timetable of ...
» Putin sends message to Syria's Sharaa, offers cooperation
20/03/25 08:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed support for Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa's efforts to maintain Syria's territorial integrity and offered Russia's "practical cooperation" on various matters in a message, according to the K...
» In Tel Aviv, diverse mix of artists shines spotlight on Israeli hostages
04/11/23 03:34 from The Times of Israel
From around the country, artists come to city's museum square to paint victims held in Gaza, in the hopes of drumming up support -- and one day gifting portraits to their owners The post In Tel Aviv, diverse mix of artists shines spotlig...
» 2 charged with terror offenses for paraglider signs at pro-Palestinian rally in London
04/11/23 03:16 from The Times of Israel
Prosecutors say there's reasonable suspicion the suspects are supporters of Hamas terror group; UK's PM Sunak slams plan for pro-Palestinian protest on Remembrance Day The post 2 charged with terror offenses for paraglider signs at pro-P...
» Underground blood bank processes unprecedented amounts as troops push into Gaza
04/11/23 02:17 from The Times of Israel
Fortified structure has molecular lab, air-filtration system to let staff work even during chemical or biological warfare, safe room to shield against severe missile threats The post Underground blood bank processes unprecedented amounts...
» As some US Jews take down mezuzahs due to antisemitism, some non-Jews put them up
04/11/23 00:29 from The Times of Israel
'This is the most beautiful thing anybody has ever said to me,' California rabbi says of offer by neighbors to affix mezuzahs, calls the one at his home 'the security system' The post As some US Jews take down mezuzahs due to antisemitis...
» NY Dem seeks meeting with Jewish voters as his stance on Israel-Hamas war criticized
03/11/23 23:11 from The Times of Israel
Facing potential primary, Jamaal Bowman invites constituents to sit-down on antisemitism that rabbi says no one will attend: 'The relationship with him has hit rock bottom' The post NY Dem seeks meeting with Jewish voters as his stance o...
» IDF force makes ‘targeted’ incursion into southern Gaza as offensive pushes ahead
03/11/23 22:28 from The Times of Israel
Israel has ‘significantly refined’ battle plans against Hamas, says Biden official * Blinken to meet with Arab FMs in Amman * IDF death toll in ground op at 24 The post IDF force makes ‘targeted’ incursion into southern Gaza ...
» Honduras recalls ambassador to Israel over ‘serious humanitarian situation’ in Gaza
03/11/23 22:12 from The Times of Israel
Despite move, which follows protests by several other Latin American nations, Honduran FM says ties with Israel stable and that diplomats and staff remain at embassy in Jerusalem The post Honduras recalls ambassador to Israel over ‘...
» German soccer team sacks player for sharing ‘from the river to the sea’ post
03/11/23 21:36 from The Times of Israel
Mainz gives boot to Anwar El Ghazi as prosecutors investigate him for 'disturbing public peace by condoning criminal acts in conjunction with incitement to hatred' The post German soccer team sacks player for sharing ‘from the rive...
» Hamas tried to send fighters to Egypt in ambulances for wounded Gazans — US official
03/11/23 21:03 from The Times of Israel
Israeli officials say inspectors uncovered oxygen concentrators for tunnels used by Palestinian terror groups inside truck carrying aid to Strip The post Hamas tried to send fighters to Egypt in ambulances for wounded Gazans — US officia...
» Israelis urged to reconsider overseas travel amid rising antisemitism worldwide
03/11/23 19:29 from The Times of Israel
National Security Council calls on citizens to 'weigh the essentiality' of planned trips before departing, avoid outward displays of their Jewish and Israeli identities The post Israelis urged to reconsider overseas travel amid rising an...
» In PBS series ‘Little Bird,’ a Jewish woman uncovers her traumatic Indigenous past
03/11/23 19:13 from The Times of Israel
Airing weekly in the US through Nov. 16, the show draws on the experiences of co-creator Jennifer Podemski, a victim of the 'Sixties Scoop' torn from her mother's arms The post In PBS series ‘Little Bird,’ a Jewish woman uncovers her tra...
» Thousands protest in Tel Aviv as Blinken visits, demanding hostages’ return
03/11/23 17:42 from The Times of Israel
Rally included display of an empty Shabbat table, dolls awaiting captive children and protesters wearing red eye coverings The post Thousands protest in Tel Aviv as Blinken visits, demanding hostages’ return appeared first on The T...
» IDF still surrounding Gaza City, kills ‘numerous’ terror operatives, destroys tunnels
03/11/23 16:33 from The Times of Israel
Military says it struck ambulance carrying Hamas cell: 'They transfer terror operatives and weapons in ambulances'; WHO 'shocked' as footage shows dead civilians The post IDF still surrounding Gaza City, kills ‘numerous’ terr...
» Projectile damages AFP’s Gaza bureau; IDF: Strike nearby may have caused debris
03/11/23 16:21 from The Times of Israel
French news agency's eight staff had evacuated south and so the bureau was empty when explosive projectile smashed in, apparently moving horizontally from east to west The post Projectile damages AFP’s Gaza bureau; IDF: Strike near...
» Israel sends hundreds of Gazan laborers held since Oct. 7 back into Strip
03/11/23 15:44 from The Times of Israel
Israel was slowly increasing number of Gazans with work permits in recent months, a strategy shattered by the Hamas massacres The post Israel sends hundreds of Gazan laborers held since Oct. 7 back into Strip appeared first on The Times ...
» First in Israel: Mastectomy performed completely by 'hands' of a robot
17/11/21 04:38 from JPost.com - Front Page
A robot-assisted surgery was completed in Israel using the Da Vinci surgical system, by which the surgeon sits at a console and controls the robot.
» Vietnam police summon noodle seller after 'Salt Bae' parody video
17/11/21 04:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Last week, Gokce uploaded a video of himself feeding Vietnam's Minister of Public Security, To Lam, gold leaf encrusted steak at his London restaurant.
» US envoy visits Saudi Arabia, Bahrain for talks on Iran, Yemen
17/11/21 04:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
US Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking will discuss concerns over Iran and peace efforts for Yemen with the Iran-aligned Houthi movement.
» Nefesh B’Nefesh inaugurates new aliyah campus in Jerusalem
17/11/21 04:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
The central motif of the structure’s design is the desire to highlight the significance of modern Zionism and Aliyah, while serving as a welcoming environment for those being hosted in the building.
» Oil pipeline explodes in Iranian village - report
17/11/21 02:54 from JPost.com - Front Page
The pipeline in southern Iran exploded due to old infrastructure and wear and tear. It is currently unknown whether there are any casualties.
» US signs $1 billion deal for COVID-19 antibody drug
17/11/21 02:19 from JPost.com - Front Page
The treament, developed by GSK and Vir Biotechnology, has shown to cut the risk of hospitalization or death by 79% in adults with mild-to-moderate COVID-19.
» West Bank outpost evacuated, three arrested in protests
17/11/21 01:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
Some 50 right-wing protesters, mostly settlers, attempted to impede the evacuation of Geulat Zion.
» Israel To Build First Tech Park for Arab Sector
17/11/21 00:45 from JPost.com - Front Page
About $6.8 million will be invested in the park in Nazareth as part of efforts to increase the number of Israeli Arabs working in the country’s booming tech industry
» Netflix’s ‘The Club’ offers a rare portrait of Turkish Jews
16/11/21 23:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
It’s not just Jews who are watching either, as the show has become popular across a large swath of Turkish society.
» Welfare Ministry data shows increase in reports of domestic violence
16/11/21 23:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
In honor of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women released their annual data of domestic violence.
» EU, Peres Center, Frontier RNG hold roundtable on desertification
16/11/21 22:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
The topic in question is especially relevant, as desertification has worsened in recent years due to climate change reducing rainfall and making air hotter and drier.
» 5 things moms can do to stay calm when parenting gets rough
16/11/21 22:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
How can we not go crazy? Here’s advice for moms on really challenging days.
» Buy this Catskills bungalow colony and own a piece of the Borscht Belt
16/11/21 22:03 from JPost.com - Front Page
Hasidic and yeshivish Jews are known to spend their summers
» Budapest’s new $30m Holocaust museum sits in limbo
16/11/21 21:47 from JPost.com - Front Page
The story of the museum, whose temporary name is the House of Fates, underlines how the legacy of the Holocaust keeps Jews from being fully integrated into Hungarian society.
» SPCA Israel seeks funds to replace X-ray machine in 24/7 vet clinic
16/11/21 21:25 from JPost.com - Front Page
The X-ray machine has broken down after being in use for 23 years. A replacement costs around NIS 110,000.
» The Sephardic Spice Girls helped me connect with my Jewish roots
16/11/21 21:24 from JPost.com - Front Page
Sharon and Rachel, aka the Sephardic Spice Girls (@sephardicspicegirls), are a cooking duo who run an Instagram account by the same name.
» On This Day: COVID-19 patient zero reportedly diagnosed in China in 2019
16/11/21 20:33 from JPost.com - Front Page
According to this report, which was widely cited by other media outlets though never independently confirmed, the first COVID-19 patient was an unidentified 55-year-old from China's Hubei province.
» ‘Chess4Solidarity’ chess tournament celebrated by Lapid, UNESCO
16/11/21 19:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
Over 500 people from all around the globe participated in the tournament, which was held virtually.
» Lithuania halts construction of bike path near Holocaust mass grave
16/11/21 19:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
In Šiauliai, which was home to Lithuania’s second-largest Jewish population before the Holocaust, the future of the bike path is uncertain.
» Israel fires missiles towards building south of Damascus - report
16/11/21 19:09 from JPost.com - Front Page
One of the missiles was shot down and no losses were reportedly caused.
» Chaim Walder's books removed from Eichler's over rape allegations
16/11/21 18:51 from JPost.com - Front Page
Women have alleged that ultra-Orthodox author Chaim Walder would regularly rape them at ages 12 and 15.
» Dianna Feinstein could be 1st Jew to be 3rd in line for US presidency
16/11/21 18:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
The retirement of Patrick Leahy sets the stage for Feinstein's election to be president pro tempore of the US Senate.
» Plaques give context to Dutch cemetery where Nazis buried near WWII victims
16/11/21 18:35 from JPost.com - Front Page
New plaques were unveiled, acknowledging that it is the burial place of war criminals.
» Man threatens to burn down Queens bagel shop over Israeli flags
16/11/21 17:53 from JPost.com - Front Page
Queens is home to an estimated 200,000 of New York City’s staggering 1.1 million Jewish residents.
» Pfizer files for US authorization of COVID-19 pill
16/11/21 17:13 from JPost.com - Front Page
The oral drug could be a promising new weapon in the fight against the pandemic, as it can be taken as an early at-home treatment.
» Second suspect arrested in espionage case in Sweden - report
16/11/21 16:52 from JPost.com - Front Page
A second suspect was arrested in a case concerning espionage in Sweden, with the first suspect being a state official working in security.
» Poland's police arrest 3 in connection to antisemitic book burning rally
16/11/21 16:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
Yair Lapid: “The horrific antisemitic incident in Poland reminds every Jew in the world of the strength of hatred that exists in the world.”
» 86-year-old crowned 'Miss Holocaust Survivor' in Israeli pageant
16/11/21 14:54 from JPost.com - Front Page
Ten contestants - ranging in age from 79 to 90 - trod the catwalk at a museum in the city of Haifa an annual Israeli beauty pageant designed to honor women who endured the horrors of the Nazis.
» Photos of IDF officials meeting with Arab nation counterparts are important - editorial
16/11/21 14:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Israeli Air Force commander Mag.-Gen. Amikam Norkin was photographed at the Dubai Air Show with the commander of the UAE Air Force.
» Sudan's future is entangled in their connection with Israel - opinion
16/11/21 14:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
Blinken asked Israel to encourage the Sudanese military to restore the country to stability after the Sudanese coup.
» Biden, Xi discuss how to 'align' stances on Iran nuclear issue
16/11/21 14:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
The US-Iranian talks are indirect, with officials from the other nations shuttling between them, because Iran refuses direct contact with US officials.
» UNRWA chief: We face collapse from political attacks and lack of funds
16/11/21 13:11 from JPost.com - Front Page
To date, UNRWA services 5.7 million Palestinian refugees in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Gaza, the West Bank and east Jerusalem.
» US ambassador to UN visits Gaza, Lebanon borders
16/11/21 12:55 from JPost.com - Front Page
Erdan said he thinks that next time the US ambassador has to speak about Israel in the UN Security Council, she will surely remember this trip.
» When leaks harm prosecution of Netanyahu - analysis
16/11/21 12:34 from JPost.com - Front Page
Even if leaks are bad in general, there is some history and basis for leaks to the media to prevent the most powerful authorities of a nation from covering up their allegedly illegal activities.
» Iran restarts nuke parts production at facility Mossad accused of blowing up - report
16/11/21 12:27 from JPost.com - Front Page
Centrifuges enrich uranium for potentially making a nuclear weapon, and some of Iran's more advanced models can speed up that process by a rate of four to five times compared to older models.
» UK Labour leader denounces ‘anti-Zionist antisemitism’
16/11/21 12:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Opposition and British Labour leader says party is opposed to BDS, denounces anti-Zionism as ‘antithesis of Labour tradition’
» Iranian president claims country's frozen assets abroad were released
16/11/21 11:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi announced that the country's resources in other countries had been unblocked.
» Unvaccinated relatives eligible to enter for weddings - in principle
16/11/21 11:24 from JPost.com - Front Page
While the change in regulations is a positive development, the problems persist, according to former MK Dov Lipman.
» New Knesset subcommittee to address impact of environment on public health
16/11/21 10:39 from JPost.com - Front Page
The subcommittee will be headed by MK Prof. Alon Tal, a long-term climate advocate and will operate under the Health Committee headed by Idit Silman.
» ‘Kosher’ cellphone service faces day of reckoning
16/11/21 10:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Rabbinically supervised cellphone services have created a control mechanism used for societal purposes and commercial interests which Communications Minister Yoaz Hendel seeks to break up.
» Dismay in Jerusalem as Turkish interior minister calls Israeli couple spies
16/11/21 10:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
Consuls bring them supplies as prosecution prepares case for trial during 20-day remand.
» Sandbar sharks travel furthest than ever tracked
16/11/21 09:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
Sandbar sharks are known to have traveled to Cyprus and Egypt, but they were recently tracked in Sicily.
» Bennett: No matter what happens with Iran talks, we'll defend ourselves
16/11/21 09:47 from JPost.com - Front Page
PM Naftali Bennett and DM Benny Gantz stressed that Israel will defend itself, no matter what happens between Iran and the world powers.
» No matter how old you are, two shots of Pfizer vaccine don’t last – study
16/11/21 09:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
People’s ages had no effect on the vaccine’s waning, meaning that the vaccine waned for everyone and not just older people.
» Haskell proposes legalizing poker in Israel
16/11/21 08:50 from JPost.com - Front Page
The Education Committee head said children need to learn more about the Holy site.
» Shin Bet head Ronen Bar met with Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah
16/11/21 05:30 from JPost.com - Front Page
Shin Bet head Ronen Bar reportedly visited Ramallah last week in order to discuss Hamas' attempt to deepen its influence and destabilize the region, two months after a similar visit by Gantz.
» Seleucid fortress destroyed by Hasmonean army revealed ahead of Hanukkah
16/11/21 04:12 from JPost.com - Front Page
The remains of a Hellenistic building were found in Israel’s Shephelah region.
» Israel’s next-gen robots could replace ground troops on front lines
16/11/21 03:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Elbit Systems and Roboteam have released the ROOK UGV, which will support infantry in a number of frontline roles.
» Israel's Energy Minister says UAE oil pipeline deal should be scrapped
16/11/21 02:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
Energy Minister Karin Elharrar said on Tuesday that the deal with partners from the UAE to transport oil from the Gulf to Europe via Israel should be canceled due to environmental concerns.
» Satellites, ships in crosshairs: Are Russia, China running circles around US? - analysis
16/11/21 02:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Russia is carrying out missile tests on satellites and China has built mock US aircraft carriers for target practice. Are these threats to the US?
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