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Istanbul Top Prize As Turkey Votes In Local Polls

Turkey holds municipal elections across the country on Sunday, with all eyes on Istanbul, the national "jewel" that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hopes to pry away from the opposition.

International Business Times

Deepfakes, censorship and media pressure ahead of Turkey's local elections

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is not on the ballot, but he looms large over Sunday’s local elections in Turkey. If Erdogan's ruling party wins, many expect him to change the constitution to allow him to rule beyond his current term limit. Meanwhile, the fractured opposition is trying to retain…

France 24

Fears of AI disinformation cast shadow over Turkish local elections

Turkish politicians have denounced the use of what they say are manipulated images and videos for electoral advantage.

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Turkey Prepares For High-Stakes Local Elections

Volunteer election monitors in Turkey trained to prevent fraud in upcoming local elections. Key role in safeguarding integrity.

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‘People don’t believe they can win’: apathy abounds ahead of Istanbul’s mayoral election

Ekrem Imamoğlu’s 2019 victory was a big moment for Turkey’s opposition – but five turbulent years as Erdoğan’s enemy have taken their toll

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Two Moscow Attack Suspects Travelled 'Freely' Because No Arrest Warrant: Turkish Official

Russian authorities detained 11 people in connection with Friday's attack, which saw camouflaged gunmen storm into Crocus City Hall, open fire on concert-goers and set the building ablaze, killing at least 139 people.

International Business Times

Turkey's Kurds May Influence Istanbul Vote In Local Polls

Upcoming local elections in Istanbul highlight Kurdish community's potential influence and political significance in shaping the city's landscape.

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Turkey's Local Elections: Key Cities, Erdogan's Future At Stake

Millions of voters in Turkey set to participate in local elections, shaping country's political future.

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March's Full Worm Moon wriggles its way through a subtle lunar eclipse in stunning photos

The Worm Moon underwent a slightly undramatic lunar eclipse on Sunday, March 24, two weeks before the main event: April's total solar eclipse.

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Turkey Heads To Local Elections As Erdogan Seeks To Avenge 2019 Defeat

Turks will vote next Sunday in local polls as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, buoyed by a strong showing in last year's general elections, sets his sights on winning back Istanbul.

International Business Times

Turkey's 'Communist Mayor' Embarks On Conquest Of Istanbul District

Fatih Macoglu, the popular "Communist Mayor" of a city in eastern Turkey, is now vying for control of a vibrant and hip Istanbul district along the Asian banks of the Bosphorus.

International Business Times

High Inflation In Turkey Dampens Ramadan's High Spirits

As the sun sets over the Bosphorus, a long queue forms on a street in Istanbul as people wait for iftar -- the evening meal that breaks Ramadan's daily fast.

International Business Times

Texhibition Istanbul Showcases Turkish Textile Industry's Global Influence

Texhibition Istanbul showcased Turkish textile industry's innovation, sustainability focus, and global competitiveness. Explore the latest trends and chall...

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Palestinians who had Australian visas cancelled mid-flight are ‘collateral damage’, charity group says

At least 70 people have had to cancel or postpone travel while one man remains stuck in an Istanbul airport

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Turkish Mahya Tradition Faces Uncertain Future Without Successor

Discover the ancient Turkish tradition of Mahya, where a craftsman illuminates minarets with spiritual messages during Ramadan in Istanbul.

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From Dubai To Chile, Turkish Series Expand Their Empire

In the skies above Istanbul's Tophane neighbourhood, seagulls are sent scattering by a drone that's filming a policeman arresting a young woman on the streets below.

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Zelenskyy In Istanbul For Talks With Erdogan

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy meets with Turkish President Erdogan to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war and ensuring Black Sea safety.

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Zelensky To Hold Istanbul Talks With Erdogan On War, Black Sea

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Istanbul on Friday for talks with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the war with Russia, Turkish state media reported.

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Zelensky To Visit Turkey On Friday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit Istanbul on Friday for talks with Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the war against Russia and Black Sea navigation, the Turkish presidency said.

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Turkey Struggles To Protect Women From Gender-Based Violence

Despite advocacy efforts, Turkey struggles to protect women from violence, with calls for better enforcement of laws and reinstatement of the Istanbul Conv...

International Business Times

15 Most Populated Cities In The World: Unveiling The Urban Giants

If you feel that your city might be overpopulated, you should check the staggering number of people living in the most populated cities in the world.

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Istanbul’s Arkestra serves Michelin-starred dishes and three kinds of fun

Arkestra is a one-of-a-kind and three-in-one Istanbul restaurant by chef Cenk Debensason and entrepreneur Debora Ipekel

Reason

Which Country Is Officially Called "Oriental"?

"Oriental" has meant different things at different times and in different places. The Orient Express went to Istanbul. More recently, and perhaps in the U.S. more than in Europe, "Oriental" has largely referred to East Asians. Indeed, Ritchey Produce Co., Inc. v. State (Ohio 1999), turned on whether a Lebanese-American…

Al Jazeera

Earthquake fever grips Turkey’s Istanbul amid fears of ‘the big one’

People of Istanbul have long feared the advent of a monster quake but it’s hard, and scary for some, to prepare for it.

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Turkey's Istanbul Fashion Connection showcases thriving fashion industry and trends

Discover the latest trends and brands showcased at the Istanbul Fashion Connection trade fair in Turkey, a key sourcing destination for the fashion industry.

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