The Latest Breaking News from Turkey

Repression in Iran, ammunition made in France

A two-year investigation by FRANCE 24 has revealed that hunting cartridges produced by the French-Italian ammunition manufacturer Cheddite were used in Iran during the violent crackdown on the "Woman, Life, Freedom" protests in 2022. The investigation uncovers how these cartridges are widely available in Iran, despite European sanctions imposed in…

France 24 · Oct 11, 2024

Turkey and Serbia suggest they might jointly produce military drones

The leaders of Turkey and Serbia say they plan close cooperation between their military industries including a possible joint production of military drones

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2024

Turkish-built CalMac ferries face delays amid supply chain issues

THE first of four new CalMac ferries being built in Turkey is to be delivered four months late amid supply chain issues.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 11, 2024

Turkey's navy starts to evacuate its citizens from Beirut as Israel battles Hezbollah

The first of over 2,000 evacuees in Beirut are boarding a Turkish military ship sent to provide aid to Lebanon and evacuate Turkish citizens and some foreigners from the country being hit by Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah

The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2024

Discord Seen As Online Home For Renegades

Known for its appeal to online renegades, chat platform Discord finds itself in the crosshairs of Turkey and Russia.

International Business Times · Oct 9, 2024

Daniel Khalife stole UK military secrets for Iran and made list of SAS names, trial told

Former soldier accused of escaping from Wandsworth prison offered to work as Iran agent for 25 years, court hears

The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2024

Do svidaniya Discord: Russia straight-up bans it for enabling 'terrorist and extremist purposes'

Turkey's also hopped on-board with its own ban.

PC Gamer · Oct 9, 2024

The British Invasion of Turkey's Hair Transplants Clinics

Turkey, officially referred as the Republic of Türkiye is one of the attractive tourist destinations. The country is best known for its historical sites, the rich cultural heritage of its people and the blend of Eastern and Western influences. The country is also emerging as a leading destination for hair…

inkl · Oct 9, 2024

Turkey’s plan to recycle more has made life hard for its informal waste pickers

Turkey’s 500,000 or so informal waste pickers carry out around 80% of the recycling in the country. These workers, who are also known as çekçekçi, are essential for separating out waste in a country where this is rarely done at source.

The Conversation · Oct 8, 2024

Turkey deepens Somali ties with energy push, but rising Ethiopia tensions jeopardise investments

Turkey's deployment of an energy research ship accompanied by a naval escort to Somalia is the latest step in deepening bilateral ties. However, rising Ethiopian-Somali tensions threaten Turkey's substantial investments in Somalia, as Ankara's mediation efforts stall.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 8, 2024