The Latest Breaking News from Turkey

Turkish President Erdogan Defends Hamas, Sparking Controversy

Turkish President Erdogan defends Hamas, sparking controversy. Efforts to mend fences and promote regional stability between Turkey and Greece.

Top News · May 14, 2024

Kate Moss pictured holding hands with Skip Marley before frosty reunion with boyfriend Nikolai von Bismarck

The Supermodel, 50, and grandson of Bob Marley, 27, looked cosy in Turkey

Evening Standard · May 14, 2024

Turkish President Erdogan Defends Hamas As Resistance Organization

Turkish President Erdogan's statement on Hamas as a 'resistance organization' sparks debate and scrutiny of Turkey's stance on the Palestinian group.

Top News · May 13, 2024

Turkey's Erdogan Urges More Pressure On Israel For Gaza Truce

Turkey's President Erdogan criticizes U.S. and Europe for not pressuring Israel to agree to Gaza ceasefire amid escalating tensions.

Top News · May 12, 2024

Greek PM To Visit Turkey In Quest For Better Relations

Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will be received Monday in Ankara by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in the latest sign of warming relations between the NATO neighbours.

International Business Times · May 12, 2024

Turkey And Greece Seek To Strengthen Friendship

Turkey and Greece are working on improving relations through trade, tourism, and dialogue, setting a positive tone for future cooperation.

Top News · May 12, 2024

A song and dance: Eurovision’s history of controversy

With a long track record of international spats and political statements, rows have become a familiar part of the show

The Guardian - UK · May 11, 2024

Greek and Turkish leaders ready for diplomacy talks amid Aegean tensions

Greece and Turkey are stepping up rapprochement efforts, with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visiting Turkey on Monday for talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The trip is part of detente attempts after years of tensions centered on territorial disputes in the Aegean Sea.

Radio France Internationale · May 11, 2024

Fairy Chimneys: The stone spires in Turkey that form 'the world's most unusual high-rise neighborhood'

Turkey's magical "fairy chimneys" in Cappadocia were carved out of an ancient volcanic landscape over millions of years before humans turned them into hiding dens.

LiveScience · May 10, 2024

Boeing 737: Plane skids off runway in Senegal, tyre bursts in Turkey

Accidents involving Air Senegal, Corendon Airlines come as aircraft manufacturer in crisis over its poor safety record.

Al Jazeera · May 9, 2024