Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Istanbul

Iran fumes as US bars some World Cup support staff

ISTANBUL - Iran lashed out at the United States on Saturday for refusing visas to some of its World Cup squad support staff as the players prepared to leave Turkey for Mexico.

Bangkok Post

Making Sustainability Count on World Environment Day: How Beko Focuses on Lowering Water and Energy Consumption from Factories to Homes

ISTANBUL, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Beko, a leading home appliances company, is marking World Environment Day by highlighting a suite of technologies designed to deliver tangible reductions in energy and water consumption at home. This focus on resource reduction extends to the company's global production facilities, where circular manufacturing…

AAP

Eat like a local: The 10 best food cities in Europe for authentic culinary experiences

Istanbul edges out Paris in a new culinary index, signalling a "massive shift from formal fine dining to street food heritage", as studies claim gastronomy has turned increasingly crucial in today's travel choices.

Euronews

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

This Photographer Captures The Beautifully Odd Details Hiding In Plain Sight Around Cities (80 Pics)

Some photographers wait for perfect lighting, while others find the magic hiding in plain sight. Dan Morris, a wedding photographer originally from South Wales and now based in Cheltenham, seems to have a sharp eye for both. Beyond his wedding work, Morris captures street scenes from the cities he visits,…

Bored Panda

PHOTO ESSAY: Where tango never sleeps: Inside Istanbul’s vibrant dance community

Far from tango's birthplace in working-class districts and port areas of Buenos Aires and Montevideo in Argentina and Uruguay, dance enthusiasts in Istanbul have built a close-knit and passionate community.

The Independent UK

Three authentic Istanbul recipes to cook at home

For Özlem Warren, Istanbul’s food is about far more than kebabs. The Turkish food writers speaks to Ella Walker about why breakfast, hospitality and centuries of history are at the heart of the city’s culinary identity

The Independent UK

Turkish democracy on trial: how Erdoğan’s rule has undermined justice and weakened his rivals

There has been unrest across Turkey after an appeals court annulled the results of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) 2023 leadership election, deposing the popular winner Özgür Özel.

The Conversation

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Turkish tourists flock to Greece as rising costs put Greeks off Turkey

Tourism between Greece and Turkey has tripled, but only in one direction as Greeks avoid steep prices in Turkey while Turkish tourists pour in.

Euronews

Prince William's Istanbul Trip Highlights Growing Rift Between Prince Harry and Lifelong Friends: Report

Prince William's celebration in Istanbul with old friends highlights the growing rift with Prince Harry, as their social circles shift post-royal duties.

International Business Times UK

Turkey riot police use tear gas to drive ousted opposition leader from party HQ

Hundreds of Turkish riot police stormed the Ankara headquarters of the country's main political opposition to remove the party's ousted leader, who was dismissed by a court order on Thursday. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has overseen a year-long legal crackdown on the CHP opposition party following the arrest of Istanbul's…

France 24

FED:Aussie activists detained by Israel arrive in Turkey

Australians who were arrested by Israeli forces after being part of a global flotilla have arrived in Istanbul after being released from custody.

AAP

Battered Aussie activists allege abuse in Israeli jail

Australian members of a global flotilla have made shocking allegations about their treatment in Israeli detention after being intercepted at gunpoint.

AAP

Record number of complaints to police watchdog after Herzog protest – as it happened

This blog is now closed

The Guardian - AU

Turkish court ruling removes head of main opposition party

Ruling annuls 2023 CHP leadership contest and deposes Özgür Özel, the face of opposition to Erdoğan

The Guardian - UK

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

New luxury sleeper train will take you from Rome to Istanbul – with an eyewatering cabin fee

IN FULL

The Independent UK

Orient Express launches luxury sleeper train from Rome to Istanbul – with cabins costing up to £47k

The luxury train journey spends five days rolling through Italy, Romania and Turkey

The Guardian - UK

Victorious Villa party hard in Istanbul after ending 30-year trophy wait

Wednesday’s stunning Europa League final win kicked off scenes of royal ribbing, ski goggles on the team bus and knee slides with nephews

The Independent UK

Prince William wildly celebrates from stands as Aston Villa cruise to Europa League glory

The Prince of Wales was in attendance in Istanbul as the Villans ended a 44-year wait for European glory

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The National (Scotland)

John McGinn's Aston Villa cruise to Europa League glory in Istanbul over Freiburg

Villa ended their 30-year wait for a trophy as they strolled to an emphatic 3-0 victory over Freiburg in the Europa League final in Istanbul.

The Guardian - UK

Tielemans starts party as Aston Villa outclass Freiburg to claim Europa League glory

Aston Villa won their first European trophy for 44 years with goals from Youri Tielemans, Emi Buendía and Morgan Rogers sealing an emphatic 3-0 victory

The Independent UK

Aston Villa win the Europa League after thrashing Freiburg in Istanbul

IN FULL

The Guardian - UK

Freiburg 0-3 Aston Villa: Europa League final – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Youri Tielemans, Emi Buendía and Morgan Rogers were all on target in Istanbul as Unai Emery’s side outclassed their opponents

The Independent UK

Aston Villa win Europa League LIVE: Prince William takes centre stage in wild celebrations ahead of bus parade today

Villa recieved royal approval after winning a first European trophy since 1982

FourFourTwo

Who are TNT Sports' presenters, commentators and pundits for the Europa League final?

TNT Sports will be on hand in Istanbul as Aston Villa take on Freiburg

The Independent UK

The Unai Emery lesson Aston Villa can learn to bring back the European glory years

As they seek Europa League success, Villa can call upon a king of the competition as they take on Freiburg in Istanbul

1 2 3 4 5

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Arsenal

60,523 stories

UEFA Champions League

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.