UK ‘a leader’ in Turkey-Syria earthquake appeal as donations top £150 million At least 58,000 people across southern Turkey and north-west Syria were killed after the earthquakes on February 6. The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2023
Russia attacks grain port across River Danube from Romania amid Black Sea blockade Erdogan says Putin agrees to visit Turkey as talks continue to restart grain deal The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2023
Turkish broadcasting watchdog investigates 'cancellation' of Ataturk TV series The head of Turkey’s broadcasting watchdog says it has launched an investigation into claims that digital platform Disney+ pulled a series on Turkey’s founder Mustafa Kemal Ataturk The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2023
The EU’s fear of migration is back – but a squalid deal with Tunisia is no way to tackle it Europe needs a humane, pragmatic strategy, not this tried-and-failed tactic of doling out cash to authoritarian regimes, says Nathalie Tocci The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2023
Vijayawada archer Dhiraj secures second rank in the Paris 2024 Olympic Qualifier event Bommadevara Dhiraj secures 2nd rank in Paris 2024 Olympic Qualifier event. He scored 683/720 points, just 5 points behind Korean archer Kim Woo-jin. His achievement is equivalent to Mangal Singh Champia's 2016 Rio Olympics feat. Dhiraj trained at Volga Archery Academy & recently won silver & bronze medals in Turkey. The Hindu · Aug 1, 2023
Report: Rockets center Alperen Sengun joining Turkey’s national team in August In a reversal of earlier plans, #Rockets center Alperen Sengun will reportedly play for Turkey’s national team this month as it attempts to win a spot in the 2024 Olympics qualifying tournament. USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 1, 2023
Greek Center-Right Election Victory Likely To Stablize Government The convincing win by the New Democracy) center-right party in Greek elections stabilizes the political scene in Athens. Zenger · Jul 31, 2023
Locals vow to keep fighting to save a forest in southwest Turkey after the chainsaws finish work Campaigners fighting to protect woodlands earmarked for coal-mining in southwest Turkey say they will maintain their fight as tree-felling comes to an end The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023
Greek prime minister seeks improved relations with Turkey but says Ankara needs to drop aggression Greece’s prime minister says his country wants to take full advantage of a developing positive climate with neighboring Turkey in order to improve bilateral relations despite a string of decades-old disputes The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2023
UN complaint lodged over Turkish airstrikes on hospital in Iraq Survivors and witnesses bring case to human rights council over 2021 attack killing eight people The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2023
Newly reconciled, Turkey and Egypt could be a force for stability in Africa The restoration of full diplomatic relations between Turkey and Egypt raises hope that cooperation can replace rivalry between these two regional powers. Radio France Internationale · Jul 29, 2023
In war and peace, the oud never leaves this Syrian musician’s side Hassan Hamza preserves the craft of making the musical instrument in a country that has seen more than a decade of war. Al Jazeera · Jul 28, 2023
UK and Ireland on course to host men’s Euro 2028 after Turkey decision A joint UK and Ireland bid to host the men’s European Championship in 2028 moved a step closer to being confirmed on Friday, after Turkey and Italy announced they were to bid together to stage the tournament in 2032 The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2023
Euro 2028: Why UK and Ireland are now firm favourites to win right to host The UK and Ireland are now firm favourites to win the right to host Euro 2028 after UEFA confirmed Turkey and Italy had requested to merge their bids for Euro 2032. Evening Standard · Jul 28, 2023
The National (Scotland) · Jul 28, 2023 Euro 2028 'set' for Hampden as Turkey and Italy clear the way for UK and Ireland The UK & Ireland look set to host the European Championships in 2028 as it’s reported Italy and Turkey will jointly stage the 2032 tournament.
The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023 Is it safe to travel to Turkey? Latest Foreign Office advice as wildfires spread across Europe Blazes have been seen in different parts of the country
The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023 Aid group official warns that impasse at the UN on border crossing puts 4.1 million Syrians at risk The head of a leading aid group says an impasse at the United Nations over a border crossing with Syria’s last rebel-held enclave is endangering 4.1 million Syrians living there
The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023 Sweden, Finland and Switzerland are considering security links with US National Guard, general says Switzerland, Finland and Sweden are considering joining the U.S. National Guard’s security partnership program in a further expansion of U.S. military ties across Europe after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023 Is it safe to travel to Turkey? Latest Foreign Office advice as wildfires spread across Europe Blazes have been seen in different parts of the country
The Conversation · Jul 27, 2023 Trapped in NATO antechamber, Kyiv eyes 'military Marshall plan' Strategy is a matter of choice. Turkey’s in extremis blessing of Sweden’s bid to join NATO, two days before the organisation’s Vilnius summit kicked off on 11 July, did not conceal the difficult equation that diplomats had to solve in the Lithuanian capital city: what status should Ukraine be granted?…
Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023 Cancer patients head for Turkey after border closure protests in NW Syria Referrals had temporarily stopped earlier in July after UN failed to agree on extension to cross-border aid mechanism.
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 8 of the best things to do in Cappadocia, Turkey How to make the most of your visit to this soft-stone paradise
The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2023 People in Turkey and Syria: what has life been like since the February earthquakes? We’d like to hear from people affected by the earthquakes and how they have experienced the months since the disaster
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 Greece wildfires: What is the Fire Weather Index and which areas could face wildfires in the future? The heatwave sweeping Europe has led to devastating wildfires in Greece, Portugal and Croatia
Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023 Erdogan-Abbas meet: Turkey concerned over Israel settler attacks Violence has rocked the occupied West Bank in recent months as Israeli forces ramp up their raids.