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What does Öcalan's call for the PKK to lay down arms mean for Turkey?

In a historic move, the leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party has called for the group to disarm, paving the way for a new peace process in Turkey and a reshaping of alliances in Syria.

Europe News

Turkish FM demands role in new European defence strategy

Ankara is warning that it must be included in future European defence plans, citing its strategic location and military strength, despite challenging relations with both Russia and Europe.

Turkey

Turkey's Galatasaray accuses Jose Mourinho of 'racist comments'

The Portuguese coach, who once declared himself to be "the Special One," was fined and suspended earlier in the season for a tirade against local match officials and the league.

Business

Why is Turkey sending thousands of tonnes of eggs to US buyers?

A preliminary agreement between the two countries means 15,000 tonnes of eggs will be sent to the US by July.

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Europe News

Zelenskyy cancels scheduled visit to Saudi Arabia

The Ukrainian President said he did not want any "coincidences" after his country was not invited to talks between the US and Russia in the Saudi Arabian city of Riyadh.

Turkey

Turkey detains nearly 300 suspects in nationwide operation on PKK

The raids spanned 51 provinces, accusing suspects of funding the PKK, recruitment, propaganda and organising violent protests.

Experiences

Why a silent holiday could be the slice of peace and quiet you need

The popularity of silent tourism is growing, from beaches where talking is prohibited to guides to the quietest spots in a city.

Europe News

Police detain 10 Istanbul opposition officials over alleged PKK links

Istanbul officials, including deputy mayors from opposition-run districts, were detained by Turkish police over alleged ties to Kurdish militants, sparking criticism from Mayor İmamoğlu.

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Survivors remember Turkey's deadly 2023 earthquake

Two years after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey, survivors remember the tragedy that claimed over 53,000 lives in Turkey and 6,000 in Syria.

Culture news

Turkish star accused of promoting terrorism in famous French TV show

Le bureau des légendes (The Bureau) actress Melisa Sözen has been questioned on terrorism charges over her role in the French series. She played a double agent in the show’s third season - which aired seven years ago. Apparently fiction must equate to reality for the Istanbul public prosecuton.

Turkey

Syria's interim president meets Erdoğan to discuss security threats

Turkey, who shares a 910 kilometre border with Syria, is considered a key ally of its new administration.

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A retiree turns old boots into flower pots inTurkey

In Turkey's Güneysu, Ali İhsan Solak has transformed 40 old boots into colourful flower pots.

Economy

Turkey inflation falls for eighth month in a row as food prices dip

Falling housing and electricity prices also contributed to January's slowing inflation rate, as did a drop in recreation and culture prices.

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Thousands rally to support Istanbul Mayor

Protests in Istanbul erupted as police used tear gas against supporters of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who faces new legal challenges seen as efforts to remove him from politics.

Turkey

Witnesses describe panic as fire tore through ski resort in Turkey

The fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Kartalya — in the Koroglu mountains in Bolu province — on Tuesday left at least 76 people dead and 51 injured.

Turkey

At least 76 dead after fire engulfed a ski resort in northwest Turkey

Nine people detained as part of an investigation Turkey is conducting after a fire broke out at a popular ski resort killing at least 76 people.

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Watch: deadly ski resort fire in Turkey captured in first images

A devastating fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Kartalkaya, a ski resort in Turkey's Bolu province, claimed 76 lives and left 51 others hospitalised early Tuesday.

Turkey

Death toll in Turkey's Kartalkaya ski resort fire rises to 76

The cause of the fire was not immediately known. Local media suggested that the wooden cladding on the hotel's exterior may have accelerated the spread of the fire.

Turkey

Hero mum dog rushes unconscious puppy to vets in Turkey

On a cold and rainy day in Istanbul, a mother dog stunned veterinarians with her determination and trust by carrying her unconscious, hypothermic puppy to their clinic, a moment captured on CCTV that has since gone viral in Turkey.

Syria

Syria's road ahead: Is transport the key to acheiving stability?

Turkey has a major role in Syria's reconstruction, and transport investments like railway links are on the agenda although Gulf money may prove vital.