The Latest Breaking News from Istanbul

Dating costs in Europe: Which cities are cheapest and most expensive?

Dating can be costly across Europe. Some cities are incredibly expensive, but the picture changes when salaries are taken into account.

Euronews · 32m ago

Eight Nations Met in Istanbul. Their Message to Washington: Don't Strike Iran

Foreign ministers from Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, the UK, France, Germany and Italy opposed further military action against Iran and called for freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

Latin Times · Oct 24

'Can no longer breathe': Thousands protest in Turkey over media crackdown

Thousands demonstrated in Istanbul and Ankara to oppose the government's increasing restrictions on independent media and journalists. Protesters called for press freedom, chanting slogans that emphasized their demand for basic rights. Various media professionals have been arrested recently, raising concerns about freedom of speech in Turkey. Journalists and activists participated…

The Times of India · Oct 24

Istanbul flood death toll rises to eight as rescuers find more bodies, governor says

Authorities have received nearly 20,000 reports about property damage as a result of the torrential rainfall and the resulting floods, Governor Davut Gül said.

Euronews · Oct 19

‘Is there any value in writing a story in a time of chaos?’: novelist Elif Shafak on her creative crisis

The Turkish writer talks about her nomadic childhood, being targeted by the Turkish government and overcoming depression to write her latest novel

The Guardian - UK · Oct 17

Istanbul floods worst in 80 years, death toll rises to 4

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The Times of India · Oct 16

Istanbul's worst floods in 80 years leave 4 dead

Turkey’s interior minister says catastrophic flooding in Istanbul has been the worst in more than 80 years as the death toll rises

The Independent UK · Oct 16

Turkey: Worst rainfall in 80 years unleashes deadly floods near Istanbul

Torrential rain has turned streets into rivers near Istanbul, overturning vehicles and cutting off power. At least 3 people have died and 5 remain missing as emergency crews clear the wreckage.

Euronews · Oct 16

Is it safe to travel to Turkey? Deadly flooding prompts Foreign Office update

Flights have been cancelled and roads submerged following the heaviest rainfall in Istanbul in 84 years

The Independent UK · Oct 15

Three dead as Istanbul sees heaviest rainfall in 80 years

Istanbul has faced devastating flooding from unprecedented rainfall, leading to three confirmed deaths and several missing individuals. The rainfall, described as the heaviest in 80 years, caused widespread chaos and significant damage throughout the city. Cleanup efforts are underway as emergency services continue to respond to numerous flooding incidents and…

The Economic Times · Oct 15