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Erdoğan seizes meeting with von der Leyen to demand EU-Turkey upgrade

During her meeting with President Erdoğan, Ursula von der Leyen announced an additional €1 billion to support Syrian refugees in Turkey, which can be adapted "as things evolve on the ground."

Europe News

Turkey reopens its embassy in Syria for the first time in 12 years

The embassy reopening happened just days after rebels overthrew the government of Bashar al-Assad.

World News

First Friday prayers held in Syria since fall of al-Assad

HTS leader Ahmad al-Sharaa called on Syrians to celebrate the fall of Bashar al-Assad peacefully in the squares, asking them to refrain from using gunfire.

Syria

How Israel plays its cards in the Syrian crisis

Israel has moved to prevent the emergence of new threats from Syria. Lebanon, meanwhile, is worried about becoming the future battlefield of the region

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Culture news

Archaeologists think they've found the tomb of Saint Nicholas

The discovery could provide fresh insight into the celebrated patron saint that inspired Santa Claus.

Turkey

Euroviews. The struggle for truth in the digital age will determine our future

We are fully aware that, for the sake of humanity's common future, we must act with an understanding that does not compromise on the principles of truth, conscience, and justice, Professor Fahrettin Altun writes.

Syria

Euroviews. Europe cannot yet afford to celebrate post-al-Assad Syria

For Europe, the risks of inaction and complacency far outweigh any fleeting sense of relief at al-Assad’s demise, Shlomo Roiter Jesner writes.

Turkey

Syrian refugees in Turkey head homeward as al-Assad regime falls

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has announced plans to open additional border crossings, predicting an increase in voluntary returns as stability improves.

Economy

Turkey inflation dips for sixth month in a row as utility prices drop

Turkish inflation eased for the sixth consecutive month in November. However, it was still higher than analysts expected, leading to concerns that Turkey's Central Bank might delay cutting interest rates.

Syria

The Syrian war reignited: How did it come to this?

War in Syria has suddenly re-exploded, having remained unresolved since 2011. As the factions reignite battle lines in a dispute that sees proxy support from many regional actors, Euronews guides you through the context and main actors.

Economy

Spain's manufacturing growth for November hit by Valencia flooding

Although manufacturing growth in Spain rose at a slower rate in November because of flooding, it was still above the key 50 level. Turkish manufacturing demand inched up but German and French figures failed to offer seasonal cheer.

Syria

Syria sends reinforcements to Aleppo region after shock rebel attack

Syria's military rushed in reinforcements on Sunday to push back insurgents from advancing farther into the northern Hama countryside after they seized Aleppo.

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.”