Turkey Ahead of Turkey's runoff presidential race, domestic issues loom large Erdogan, who has amassed greater powers during his 20 years in office, finished a first-round election on May 14 just short of a victory and also retained a majority in parliament, despite rampant inflation and the aftermath of a catastrophic earthquake that killed more than 50,000 people. 27/05/2023
No Comment WATCH: Yemeni street artist finds voice in aftermath of violence Alaa Rubil, now 30, has been painting murals since he was a teenager but says he only found his voice in the aftermath of violence. 27/05/2023
Turkey Turkey: Could far-right voters be the deciding factor in election? Far-right candidate, Sinan Oğan, has become a 'kingmaker' of sorts in the Turkish presidential election. His 2.8 million voters could have the power to decide between incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his rival Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. 26/05/2023
Turkey Turkey once again goes to the polls on Sunday in a tight election As Turkey's election goes to a run-off on Sunday, 28 May, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is hoping voters in the southern earthquake region will endorse his moderate Islamic message and give him the edge in the poll. 25/05/2023
Turkey Erdogan's party divided on economy before runoff - reports An "informal group" is discussing an alternative to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's controversial economic programme, days before he seeks to extend his reign. 25/05/2023
The Exchange Banking and the climate crisis In partnership with Media City As many countries around the world try and reach the ambitious goal set at COP26 of reaching Net Zero by 2050, just how is the banking sector adapting to the challenge? In this week's episode of The Exchange we explore how big banks across the world are investing in the green revolution. 24/05/2023
Qatar Hungary's Orban claims Ukraine wont win against Russia The Hungarian Prime Minister criticised EU leaders for being "too intellectual" and not exploring enough avenues to end the fighting. 24/05/2023
Turkey Voting closes for Turks living abroad ahead of general election runoff Some 3.4 million Turks living abroad were eligible to vote in the runoff between incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdogan and opposition coalition leader, Kemal Kilicdaroglu. 23/05/2023
Explore Get your taste buds tingling with some Turkish cuisine In partnership with GoTürkiye In this new episode of Explore Türkiye, we visit Istanbul - a city famous for its vibrant dynamism. But it is the food in this ‘gastrocity’ that will be the focus of this episode as we explore its gastronomical offering. 22/05/2023
Scenes Meet the female boxers knocking out stereotypes in Gaza In partnership with Media City In partnership with Media City, Qatar 22/05/2023
Explore From boat trips to disco balls: How to live the high life in Bodrum In partnership with GoTürkiye Known for its luxurious tourism offering, Türkiye’s Bodrum is a top destination for those who want to vacation like the stars. 22/05/2023
Turkey Registered Turkish voters living abroad cast their votes As both candidates in Turkey's presidential election runoff continue campaigning, Turkish citizens living outside the country have started to cast their votes. 20/05/2023
Saudi Arabia Zelenskyy: Some Arab countries 'turning a blind eye' to invasion The Ukrainian leader is making his first trip to Saudi Arabia, meeting leaders at the Arab League summit in the Red Sea city of Jeddah. 19/05/2023
Turkey Russia agrees to extend Ukraine grain deal in boost for food security Russia agreed to a two-month extension of a deal that has allowed Ukraine to ship grain through the Black Sea to parts of the world struggling with hunger, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced Wednesday, a boost to global food security after the war drove up prices. 17/05/2023
Qatar 365 How Qatar is putting sustainability at the heart of its economy In partnership with Media City Discover the ways Qatar is making its future sustainable for generations to come, from a cutting-edge solar testing site to initiatives to raise environmental awareness. 17/05/2023
World Turkish Airlines growth is 'sustainable', chairman tells Euronews Ahmet Bolat, Chairman of the Board and Executive Committee for Turkish Airlines talks about the current state of the global aviation industry, the expansion of Turkish Airlines and the launch of their new in-flight cuisine menu. 16/05/2023
Turkey Turkey's disinformation election: Fake videos and misleading claims The presidential and parliamentary election campaigns have not been immune from disinformation narratives. 16/05/2023
Turkey Turkish election: Five things we learned from the vote From positions of power to kingmakers, the parties that did well, and the politicians fighting for survival in the second round of voting at the end of the month 15/05/2023
Turkey Turkey 'breaking away from the West', says expert With a second round of voting scheduled for 28 May, we ask two experts for their thoughts on the Turkish election, and what it could mean for Ankara's future relations with its NATO allies. 15/05/2023
Travel News Food miles: This airline uses 80% fresh homegrown ingredients Inflight meals just got a sustainable upgrade on this airline. 15/05/2023
Turkey Turkey's Erdogan says he could still win poll and would accept run-off Turkey's President Erdogan is locked in a close battle with his main election rival, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, with neither candidate reaching the 50% threshold needed to avoid a second round, according to most recent figures from the country's Supreme Election Council. 15/05/2023
Sport Gold for Japan in final day of Judo World Championship Japan overcome France in the Mixed Team World Championships to take home gold in day 8 of the 2023 Doha World Championships. 15/05/2023
Israel Ceasefire between Israel and militants in Gaza appears to hold While the ceasefire brought a sense of calm was restored to the Gaza Strip after five days of rockets fired, an air of unease and anger lingered amongst Palestinians. 14/05/2023
No Comment Watch: Erdogan and Kilicdaroglu cast votes in Turkish elections Erdogan went to his polling station in Istanbul while Kilicdaroglu was in the capital Ankara to cast his vote. 14/05/2023
Israel Anti-government protesters in Israel march despite government ban Around 2,000 people marched in Tel Aviv on Saturday in a weekly protest against government judicial reform, that took place despite a ban imposed for security reasons. The protesters distanced themselves from Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip this week, claiming it was a deliberate distraction. 14/05/2023
Turkey Turkish election heads to runoff as Erdoğan falls short The second round of voting will be held on 28 May after neither candidate reached a 50% threshold for victory. 14/05/2023