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Istanbul mayor jailed and protests rage: Aftermath as Erdogan eyes compliant opposition in Turkiye’s leadership shake-up
ANKARA, June 30 — A court hearing that could upend the leadership of Turkey’s main opposition CHP is the latest bid to hobble the party behind a wave of spring protests that shook the government, analysts say. The hearing, which takes place on...

Turkish Investment Fund to back infrastructure growth along Middle Corridor
The Turkish Investment Fund (TIF) plans to contribute to the development of robust infrastructure projects along the Middle Corridor or Trans Caspian International Transport Route over the long term, TIF President Bagdat Amraev stated during his...

Istanbul dam levels fall below seasonal average amid hot weather
The recent heatwave sweeping across Türkiye’s Marmara Region has caused a notable rise in daily water consumption in Istanbul, intensifying concerns over dwindling dam water reserves, according to data released by the Istanbul Water and Sewage...

Turkish drone reportedly deployed in manhunt for murder suspect in Poland
After winning rave reviews on the battlefield, a famed Turkish drone, Bayraktar TB2, has now taken to the skies in the hunt for a wanted, armed fugitive, according to a report on Monday. Polish authorities have deployed a Bayraktar TB2 drone to...

Turkish students in US win top awards at Global MasterMinds Olympiad
Three Turkish students living in the US won top awards Saturday in mathematics, science, research and innovation at the Global MasterMinds Olympiad, an international competition for middle and high school students. The Olympiad, which attracted...

Turkish Combat Drone Joins Polish Manhunt
(MENAFN) After earning acclaim on warfronts, a renowned Turkish-made drone has now been employed in a new role — assisting in the pursuit of a dangerous fugitive. According to a news agency, Polish law enforcement has engaged a Bayraktar TB2...

Turkish Media: Yekaterinburg events are a manifestation of ethnic discrimination and chauvinism
Ankara, June 30, AZERTAC Türkiye’s leading newspapers, television channels, news agencies, and websites have extensively covered the tragic events in Yekaterinburg, where Russian law enforcement subjected ethnic Azerbaijanis to violence and...

Turkish Court Delays Hearing that Could Oust Main Opposition Leader
A Turkish court on Monday delayed until September a hearing on a case that could oust the leader of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), Ozgur Ozel, by potentially annulling the 2023 congress at which he was elected. An initial...

Turkish intel chief holds talks with Hamas delegation on truce
Ibrahim Kalın, head of Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT), met senior leaders of the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas on Sunday. The talks focused on the humanitarian tragedy in Gaza and efforts to maintain a cease-fire as the...

'Turkish Messi' ready to replace Modric at Real Madrid
Wolves boss Vitor Pereira is among those convinced Guler will become a world superstar – and he knows better than most. The Portuguese gave Guler, then just 16, his debut with Fenerbahce in 2021, and recalls he was immediately aware of the...

Corruption case against Turkish opposition postponed until September
A court in Ankara has postponed until September a corruption case that could rock the leadership of Turkey's main opposition party, the Republican People's Party (CHP). The case could invalidate the results of the PRP's primary leadership election...

London Stansted Gets Turkish Airlines As The Carrier's UK Capital Flights Rise To Record 14 Daily
Next March, Turkish Airlines will begin flying between its ever-busy Istanbul Airport hub and London Stansted. It will be its sixth UK airport (for now), supplementing its existing services to Heathrow and Gatwick. It is bound to make my...

Iraq reclaims Mesopotamian artifacts in Turkish handover
2025-06-30T12:15:48+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News – Ankara/Baghdad On Monday, Iraq's embassy in Ankara received six ancient clay tablets dating back to the Mesopotamian civilization, marking the latest recovery of looted...

Despite shocks, Turkish economic program not shaken: Erdoğan
The structural resilience of the Turkish economy has been strengthened with the program the government is implementing, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Monday. He also said that the program "has not been shaken" despite the shocks, while...

Citadines Arrives in Istanbul as The Ascott Limited Opens New Property in Maslak
(MENAFN- Sandpiper) The launch marks the continued regional expansion of Ascott’s fastest-growing brand, bringing Citadines’ signature blend of comfort and city living to one of Istanbul’s most vibrant districts Istanbul, Turkey, 30 June 2025 –...

Fontaines DC raises Palestinian flag during powerful Istanbul show
Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. delivered a powerful message of solidarity with Palestine during their Istanbul concert at KüçükÇiftlik Park. Organized by Epifoni and URU, the event featured a prominent display of the Palestinian flag onstage...

Three Turkish students in US earn top ranks in Global MasterMinds Olympiad
(MENAFN) Three Turkish students based in the United States achieved major success at the Global MasterMinds Olympiad on Saturday, securing top awards in mathematics, science, research, and innovation. The international competition, which brought...

Armenian wrestler beats turkish rival 9–0 for U15 gold
June 30, 2025 - 14:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - At the Under-15 European Greco-Roman Wrestling Championship in Italy, Armenian athlete Aram Sargsyan triumphed in the up to 68 kg final by decisively defeating his Turkish opponent 9–0, claiming the gold...
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<span class="p2_new s hp">NEW</span> Former Chelsea man 'rejects' Premier League return for Turkish giants
A former Chelsea man reportedly rejects opportunities to return to the Premier League in favour of signing for one of Turkish football's biggest clubs. Roma forward Tammy Abraham has reportedly rejected opportunities to return to the Premier...
Development Of Middle Corridor Requires Digital Reforms, Investment Coordination Turkish Minister
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 30. Development of the Middle Corridor requires digital reforms and investment coordination, said Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Türkiye, as he...