Turkey votes in local elections in test of Erdogan’s popularity Vote will decide who gets to control Istanbul and capital Ankara, both of which the Turkish president lost in 2019. Al Jazeera · Mar 31, 2024
All eyes on Istanbul as Turkey goes to local polls in test of Erdogan's popularity Turkish voters went to the polls on Sunday in municipal elections, with all eyes on Istanbul, the national "jewel" that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hopes to pry away from the opposition. France 24 · Mar 31, 2024
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 · Mar 31, 2024
Turkey looks for regional help in its battle against Kurdish rebels in Iraq Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed to end the threat posed by Kurdish rebel group the PKK, which has been fighting Turkey for decades. As Turkey prepares to launch a major military operation against the organisation in Iraq, it is looking to other governments in the region for support. Radio France Internationale · Mar 30, 2024
How the Threat of Genocide Sparked a Multi-Ethnic Revolution in Syria In Statelet of Survivors, Amy Austin Holmes shows why the Syrian Kurdish revolution is no longer just for Kurds. Reason · Mar 30, 2024
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 · Mar 29, 2024
Turkey's Erdogan Braces For Tete-a-tete With Biden In May Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet with US counterpart Joe Biden at the White House on May 9, a Turkish official told AFP on Friday. International Business Times · Mar 29, 2024
Turkish Airlines Returns To Libya After Near Decade-long Break Turkey's flagship carrier, Turkish Airlines, has resumed flights to Libya's capital, almost 10 years after they were suspended over security concerns in the conflict-torn country. International Business Times · Mar 29, 2024
Iraq’s overreliance on oil threatens economic, political strife More than 90 percent of Iraq’s government revenue comes from oil, leaving the country hostage to global prices. Al Jazeera · Mar 28, 2024
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. Al Jazeera · Mar 28, 2024
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. Top News · Mar 28, 2024
Russia Faces Payment Challenges From China, UAE, Turkey Russia faces hurdles in receiving oil payments as China, UAE, and Turkey increase scrutiny amidst Ukraine crisis and sanctions. Top News · Mar 27, 2024
‘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 The Guardian - UK · Mar 27, 2024
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 · Mar 26, 2024
Top News · Mar 26, 2024 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.
Top News · Mar 26, 2024 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.
Top News · Mar 24, 2024 Putin Declares National Mourning For Moscow Concert Hall Attack Victims President Putin declares national mourning for Moscow attack victims. Efforts to identify victims ongoing. Discussions with Turkey and Syria on fighting te...
International Business Times · Mar 24, 2024 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.
Top News · Mar 24, 2024 Iraq-Turkey Pipeline Still Stalled, No Progress In Sight The closure of the Iraq-Turkey pipeline has significant economic implications, raising concerns about its long-term impact on both countries' economies and...
International Business Times · Mar 24, 2024 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.
Radio France Internationale · Mar 23, 2024 With Somalia naval deal, Turkey steers into strategic but volatile region A naval agreement between Turkey and Somalia positions the Turkish navy in a strategically vital region, underlining Ankara's growing ambitions at sea. But analysts warn that the deal threatens to escalate tensions with Somalia's neighbour, Ethiopia.
Top News · Mar 21, 2024 Turkey And Gulf States To Begin Free Trade Pact Talks Turkey and Gulf states to discuss free trade agreement to enhance economic ties and trade relations, fostering mutual benefits and shared prosperity.
Top News · Mar 21, 2024 Nursena Say Stuns In Jacket Mirror Lehenga At Miss World Discover how Miss Turkey Nursena Say stole the show at the 71st Miss World Festival in a mesmerizing Jacket Mirror Lehenga, blending tradition with modern ...
International Business Times · Mar 21, 2024 Turkey's Central Bank Hikes Interest Rate To 50% Turkey's central bank hiked its key interest rate on Thursday, resuming its tightening cycle as one of the world's highest inflation rates rose again last month.
International Business Times · Mar 21, 2024 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.