Turkey

Turkey

Pope Leo XIV urges peace in Ankara on first foreign trip

Pope Leo XIV has used his first foreign trip to plead for dialogue in the face of global conflict, particularly in the Middle East and Ukraine.

27/11/2025

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Pope Leo XIV pays tribute to Atatürk on his first overseas visit to Turkey

Pope Leo XIV visits Atatürk's mausoleum in Ankara, laying a wreath and calling for peace before meeting Turkish President Erdogan.

27/11/2025

Turkey

Autopsy suggests pesticide killed family of four in Istanbul hotel

A Turkish-German family of four died in Istanbul from phosphine gas poisoning, likely from a pesticide used in their hotel. An investigation is ongoing.

26/11/2025

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Istanbul rally calls for Turkey to rejoin treaty on women's violence

Protesters in Turkey gathered near Taksim Square to mark the day against violence toward women and to call for stronger protection and a return to the Istanbul Convention.

25/11/2025

Destinations

These are the best places to visit in Türkiye for every season

In partnership with GoTürkiye

With its diverse landscapes, rich history and vibrant culture, Turkey is a year-round destination. However, timing your visit right can elevate your experience from memorable to unforgettable.

19/11/2025

Turkey

Turkey holds funeral for military crew killed in Georgia plane crash

The C-130 military cargo was flying from Azerbaijan back to Turkey when it crashed in Georgia's Sighnaghi municipality close to the Azerbaijani border on Tuesday.

14/11/2025

Sport

Turkish football imposes bans on 102 players over betting scandal

Turkish Football Federation President Ibrahim Hacıosmanoğlu vowed to cleanse football of corruption, scandal and unethical practices.

13/11/2025

Turkey

Turkey grounds C-130 planes after crash kills 20 military personnel

US-made C-130 Hercules military cargo planes are widely used by Turkey's armed forces for transporting personnel and handling logistical operations.

13/11/2025

Turkey

Prosecutor seeks 2,352-year jail term for jailed Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu

İmamoğlu, a prominent opposition figure seen as a rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, was arrested in March accused of running a criminal organisation, accepting bribes and extortion.

11/11/2025

Business

Business world meets at Bosphorus Summit with AI under spotlight

The Bosphorus Summit in Istanbul has brought together businesspeople from all over the world with an emphasis on the rise of AI.

11/11/2025

Turkey

All 20 personnel killed in Turkish military plane crash in Georgia

Investigations to determine the cause of the crash are still ongoing. Georgia says it is conducting a joint probe with Turkish investigators at the crash site.

11/11/2025

Turkey

More than 1,000 Turkish football players suspended in betting probe

Turkish Football Federation (TFF) Ibrahim Hacıosmanoğlu has described the scandal as a "moral crisis" and vowed to purge the sport of "all its filth."

11/11/2025

Adventures

Mount Nemrut and the Euphrates: history shaped by stone and water

In partnership with GoTürkiye

In Türkiye’s southeast, monumental archaeology meets living tradition. From the summit of Mount Nemrut to the banks of the Euphrates, this region reflects shifting power, belief and adaptation.

10/11/2025

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Lake Iznik shoreline retreats 350 meters amid severe drought in Turkey

Lake Iznik's water levels are dropping rapidly due to severe drought and heavy irrigation, with experts warning of irreversible damage without better protection.

06/11/2025

Turkey

Turkish court sentences hotel owner to life for fire that killed 78

The blaze broke out at the Grand Karta Hotel at the Kartalkaya ski resort on 21 January during the winter school break, killing 78 people and injuring 133.

31/10/2025

Europe News

Merz urges deeper ties with Turkey despite disagreements on Gaza

The advocacy group, Human Rights Watch, had urged Merz to speak out against Turkey's crackdown on the opposition, including the arrest of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu.

30/10/2025

Turkey

Two dead after seven-storey building collapses in Turkey

The incident in the northwest city of Gebze on Wednesday also injured three others, with officials saying all five casualties are from the same family.

29/10/2025

Turkey

Turkey signs €9bn deal with UK to purchase 20 Eurofighter jets

Ankara and London signed a preliminary deal for the Eurofighters in July, which are manufactured by a consortium comprising the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain and led by Britain's BAE Systems.

27/10/2025

Turkey

Migrants dead after dinghy sinks in the Aegean Sea off Turkey's coast

Greece is a major entry point into the European Union for people fleeing conflict and poverty in the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

24/10/2025

Destinations

Tunes of Türkiye: the country’s most iconic traditional sounds

In partnership with GoTürkiye

Türkiye’s rich musical traditions reflect its diverse cultures, regions, and history.

15/10/2025

Turkey

Several Turkish celebrities summoned for blood tests in drugs probe

Authorities in Turkey have launched an investigation into alleged drug use involving 19 high-profile public figures, including singers and actors.

08/10/2025

Culture news

Collaboration with Turkish archaeologists from Italy: 16th Archaeology Symposium held in Istanbul

At this meeting, organised within the scope of the Turkey Culture Road Festival, Italian teams working in collaboration with Turkish institutions to contribute to historical heritage talked about the excavations they carried out in important archaeological sites, findings and goals.

06/10/2025

Adventures

Rafting, running and flying high in Rize’s Fırtına Valley

In partnership with GoTürkiye

Wild rivers, alpine trails and a dose of adrenaline—Rize is Türkiye’s adventure capital. From rapids to ridgelines, we head deep into the Black Sea region for a high-energy journey.

06/10/2025

Turkey

Turkish Airlines to launch flights to Armenia as relations improve

As part of efforts to develop ties, Armenian Prime Minister Pashinyan met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Ankara in June.

02/10/2025

Art

Culture Review: Ara Güler Museum seeks truth about Robert Capa

Istanbul's Ara Güler Museum, in collaboration with the Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Centre in Hungary, is showing Capa's stunning work ranging from everyday life to the horrors of war, plus a selection from his time in Turkey in 1946 in the exhibition 'Truth is the Best Picture'.

02/10/2025

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Fire destroys historic Keyvanlar Mansion in Bolu’s Mudurnu district

A major fire broke out late at night at the historic three-storey Keyvanlar Mansion in the Seyrancık neighbourhood of Mudurnu, Bolu, emergency services said.

18/09/2025