The Latest Breaking News from Turkey

Desolate Turkish amusement park touted as testament to government waste

Giant dinosaurs and robot models abandoned among decrepit fair rides create a dystopian atmosphere in a defunct amusement park in the Turkish capital, which its opposition party mayor is now highlighting as a testament to past government profligacy.

Reuters · Jul 26, 2022

Ridvan Yilmaz told Rangers transfer could put Turkey spot in jeopardy as Besiktas boss vents over Ibrox switch

Valerien Ismael reckons the left-back would have been better remaining at his club to help his international future.

Daily Record · Jul 26, 2022

Russia’s Defense Ministry: Grain Coordination Center Launched in Istanbul

The Joint Coordination Center (JCC), established as part of a landmark deal to resume grain exports from Ukraine, has started work in Istanbul, Russia's defense ministry said on Tuesday The Russian delegation to the JCC will arrive in Turkey today and begin work in a four-way format, alongside Turkey, Ukraine…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 26, 2022

Turkey Tells Ukraine it Is Important for First Grain Shipment to Take Place Soon

Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar on Monday told Ukrainian Infrastructure Minister Oleksandr Kubrakov that it was important for the first shipment of grain under a UN-brokered deal to take place as soon as possible, his ministry said. In a statement, the ministry said Akar welcomed a statement that Kyiv hopes…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 25, 2022

UN World Food Program Optimistic on Ukraine Grain Export Deal

The World Food Program (WFP) said it was optimistic about a UN-brokered deal to reopen Ukrainian ports for grain exports but warned the agreement alone will not solve the global food crisis even if it is implemented effectively. Russia, Ukraine, the United Nations and Turkey signed a deal on Friday…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 25, 2022

First Ukraine grain ships may move in days, says U.N

The first ships to export Ukraine grain from the country's Black Sea ports may move within a few days under a deal agreed on Friday by Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the United Nations, a U.N. spokesperson said on Monday.

Reuters · Jul 25, 2022

Airline worker left sickened after discovering whole snake head in SunExpress meal

A crew member was eating their food when it's claimed they came across a severed snake's head while on a flight between Turkey and Germany

Daily Mirror · Jul 25, 2022

Turkey and Bulgaria named cheapest holiday destinations for British tourists

The cheapest holiday destinations have been found, as have the most expensive. Sunny Beach in Bulgaria and Marmaris in Turkey offer a cheap holiday for UK tourists, despite the rising cost of living.

Glasgow Live · Jul 25, 2022

Turkey says Greece pushed migrant boat back into Turkish waters

Turkey on Monday accused Greece of pushing a boat carrying migrants out of Greek territorial waters and back into Turkish ones.

Reuters · Jul 25, 2022

Bulgaria named cheapest holiday location after rising costs hit trips to Turkey

Research from the latest Post Office Family Holiday Report has highlighted how restaurants, cafes and shops in Marmaris have increased prices to protect against drastic fall of Turkish lira

Wales Online · Jul 25, 2022