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The Latest Breaking News from Istanbul

Lawyers Caught In Turkey's Crackdown On Opposition

Turkish lawyers defending human rights or representing clients who challenge state policies have found themselves increasingly caught in the crossfire of the crackdown on its main opposition party.

International Business Times · Sep 8, 2025

Turkey restricts internet access amid opposition party standoff

Internet in Turkey has been slow due to government throttling after a standoff between police and CHP supporters in Istanbul.

Euronews · Sep 8, 2025

Police use pepper spray at opposition's Istanbul offices as court-appointed leadership arrives

Police have used pepper spray inside the Istanbul headquarters of Turkey’s main opposition party, the CHP, to disperse officials and allow a court-appointed interim chairman to enter

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025

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Turkey Opposition Calls Extraordinary Congress For Sept 21

Turkey's main opposition party has announced it will hold an extraordinary congress on September 21 after a court ousted its Istanbul leadership on graft allegations, a party source confirmed to AFP on Saturday.

International Business Times · Sep 6, 2025

Court annuls Istanbul congress of Turkey's main opposition party and dismisses officials

The decision followed a legal challenge seeking to nullify the CHP’s Istanbul congress on 8 October, claiming procedural violations.

Euronews · Sep 2, 2025

Jose Mourinho leaves Fenerbahce after Champions League qualification failure

Another major managerial change in Istanbul after Ole Gunner Solskjaer sacked by Besiktas

Evening Standard · Aug 29, 2025

Polls suggest this man could become Turkey’s next president. Erdoğan is doing everything to stop him

A Turkish proverb – düştüğün yerden kalk – counsels that one should arise from where one has fallen.

The Conversation · Aug 27, 2025

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Istanbul police seize jewels and antiques worth €26mn in raid at Grand Bazaar

On orders from the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, police raided 23 businesses in the 15th-century covered marketplace, arresting 40 people.

Euronews · Aug 27, 2025

Police seize jewels worth $30M in diamond smuggler raid at Istanbul’s historic Grand Bazaar

The Grand Bazaar is one of the world’s most visited tourist sites

The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2025

Desperate search for Russian swimmer who went missing in cross-Bosphorus race

100 vessels were monitoring swimmers during the race

The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2025

Besiktas release Ridvan Yilmaz statements as exit-bound Rangers star 'very happy'

Yilmaz is poised to complete a return to Besiktas and they've been updating fans

The National (Scotland) · Aug 23, 2025

Baby gorilla rescued from plane cargo recuperates in Istanbul ahead of return home to Nigeria

An infant gorilla that was rescued from a plane’s cargo hold is recuperating at an Istanbul zoo ahead of a return to his natural habitat in Nigeria.

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2025

Fred Durst swats down a drone during Limp Bizkit's Istanbul gig

Fred Durst's set was briefly interrupted by the appearance of a drone - before he took matters into his own hands.

BANG Premier · Aug 19, 2025

Opetaia faces prospect of Turkey title defence

Australia's pound-for-pound king Jai Opetaia could be forced to defend his IBF cruiserweight title in Istanbul.

AAP · Aug 19, 2025

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2025

‘Being short is a curse’: the men paying thousands to get their legs broken – and lengthened

It looks like medieval torture, from the metal rods inserted into sawn bones to the months of agonising recovery. But to some, travelling to Turkey to gain a few inches is a (very high) price worth paying

The Conversation · Aug 12, 2025

Why people reclaim words meant to insult them – and how this has become a powerful tool for protest

In 2013, a wave of protests began in Turkey in opposition to the planned demolition of Gezi Park in Istanbul. The protests soon evolved into mass anti-government demonstrations, and a landmark moment in the country’s history of resistance.

Bored Panda · Aug 12, 2025

After Jennifer Lopez Is Denied Entry By Chanel, Bethenny Frankel Blasts Brand For Her Own Store Rejection

"They don't deserve the business."

Euronews · Aug 11, 2025

One killed and dozens injured after 6.1 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey's Balıkesir

The quake, with its epicentre in the town of Sındırgı, sent shockwaves felt some 200 kilometres to the north, in Turkey's largest city of Istanbul.

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Space · Aug 10, 2025

August full moon 2025 captivates skywatchers worldwide as Sturgeon Moon lights up the sky (photos)

The 2025 full 'Sturgeon Moon' graced the night sky on Aug. 9.

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025

Capturing romance in sunset photo shoots on Istanbul’s Golden Horn

Under Istanbul’s old Galata Bridge, there’s a nondescript concrete landing that juts out into the waters of the Golden Horn.

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025

Turkish, Italian, Libyan leaders meet to address migration and Libya's stability

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has hosted Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Libyan Prime Minister Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah in Istanbul for a summit focused on migration and Libya’s political stability

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025

Turkey joins host of countries eyeing F1 race – and could step-in as soon as 2026

While the 2026 F1 calendar has been set, Istanbul Park would be willing to host if an event was cancelled

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2025

British Airways: ‘Yes, you can travel a few hours earlier – for an extra £900’

Plane Talk: Why don't airlines encourage passengers to travel on an earlier flight if seats are available?

Autosport · Jul 29, 2025

Turkey ready to rejoin F1 calendar should others cancel

Formula 1 confirmed its 2026 calendar last month, but Turkish Grand Prix bosses are ready to step in and host a race as early as next year if any event is forced to cancel.

Motorsport · Jul 29, 2025

Turkey prepared to step in for 2026 F1 calendar if other circuits cancel

Formula 1 confirmed the 2026 calendar last month, but Turkish Grand Prix bosses are ready to step in and host an F1 race as early as next year if any race is forced to cancel.

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