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Economy

Turkey falls into recession as interest rates remain sky-high

Analysts believe rate cuts will begin early next year as high borrowing costs stifle investment and production.

Business

Zeren Group expands energy interests with Türkiye Petrolleri purchase

Zeren's energy interests in the UK include Laval Energy, a London-based energy consultancy firm. The company says it plans to extend its interests further in both Turkey and Europe.

Economy

Central Bank of Turkey keeps key interest rate unchanged

The Central Bank of Turkey held the key interest rate at 50% at its November meeting, for the eighth month in a row. However, investors are becoming more hopeful that a rate cut may be around the corner, as inflation expectations improve.

Culture news

The world's tallest and shortest women meet for record-breaking tea

Rumeysa Gelgi and Jyoti Amge met in London and were honoured as Guinness World Record icons in the book’s 70th anniversary edition.

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No comment: At least one dead after landslide in eastern Turkey

A fatal landslide occurred in the Cayeli district of Rize following heavy rainfall.

Turkey

US warns Turkey against hosting leaders of Hamas

The Biden administration's message follows reports that senior members of Hamas left Qatar for Turkey last week after Doha withdrew from its key role in efforts to broker an end to the war in Gaza.

Europe News

Greece and Turkey hail positive meeting but maritime dispute remains

Greek and Turkish foreign ministers met in Athens as part of efforts to improve relations and boost trade between the historic foes.

Cinema

Festival cancelled in Turkey over ban of LGBTQ+ themed film 'Queer'

Mubi, the global streaming platform, production company and film distributor, has cancelled its Turkey film festival over local censorship of the film ‘Queer’. The company said it is taking a stand for “protecting freedom of expression.”

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Exotic birds and sinkholes: Southern Türkiye is full of wonders

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The Turkish region of Mersin is a key stop for migrating birds and is one of Anatolia’s major faith centres.

World News

Russia criticises Turkey for supplying arms to Ukraine during conflict

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has questioned Turkey's military support for Ukraine during the conflict, calling it a "surprise".

Europe News

Protest in Turkey against mayor's arrest over alleged terror links

Ahmet Özer, the mayor of Istanbul’s Esenyurt district and a member of the Republican People’s Party (CHP), was detained on Wednesday by anti-terrorist police over his alleged connection to the Kurdistan Workers’ Party or PKK.

Europe News

Western and regional leaders warn Iran against escalation after attack

Western and Middle Eastern leaders urged Iran not to engage in escalations after Israel's retaliatory strikes against it early on Saturday.

USA

Thousands mourn Turkish preacher and Erdoğan rival Fethullah Gülen

Gülen, who was accused by Turkey’s president of orchestrating a coup in 2016, died on Sunday at a Pennsylvania hospital.

Experiences

Turkey teeth: Is cheap dental work abroad worth the risk?

While it might seem like a tempting way to save money, getting treatment abroad involves some serious risks that could lead to long-term dental problems.

Europe News

Turkey strikes Kurdish militants in Iraq and Syria after Ankara attack

The strike came hours after suspected Kurdish militants set off explosives and opened fire at the aerospace and defence company TUSAS.

Turkey

Turkey’s far-right leader suggests parole for PKK’s Öcalan

This surprising suggestion comes as President Erdoğan is reportedly seeking support from the pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Equality and Democracy Party (DEM) to push for constitutional changes.

Experiences

Rave on rails: Trains in Europe where you can party while you travel

Onboard parties are part of the push to make trains more appealing as travellers seek sustainable alternatives to flying.

Turkey

Turkish preacher and Erdoğan's rival Fethullah Gülen dies, media claim

Ankara claimed that Gülen, who died at the age of 83, was behind the failed coup to topple Erdoğan in 2016, an accusation Gülen denied.

Europe News

Erdogan says Turkey's doors are 'open' to refugees from Lebanon

After meeting German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Istanbul for talks, President Erdogan says Turkey's doors are 'open' to refugees from Lebanon.

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No Comment: Turkey provides aid to Lebanon

A convoy of six ships left Mersin in Turkey to evacuate Turkish citizens and deliver 300 tonnes of aid to Lebanon.