Tag: Turkiye
Turkish President Warns of Negative Effects of U.S. War on Iran
Many countries are now preparing themselves for recession, Erdogan said. On Wednesday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned about the negative impacts of the ongoing U.S. war on Iran, while emphasizing the importance of securing energy supplies. RELATED: War on Iran Must Be Stopped Before It Engulfs the Region: Erdoga “We have all followed what […]
June 3, 2026
Turkish Police Detain 57 Suspects in Sweeping Probe Into Istanbul Municipality Subsidiary
The investigation is related to acts of corruption perpetrated by former mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. On Monday, Turkish police detained 57 suspects, including several high-ranking municipal officials, in one of the largest single-day sweeps targeting a subsidiary of the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB). RELATED: Türkiye-Syria Border Crossing Reopens After 12 Years The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s […]
May 18, 2026
Türkiye-Syria Border Crossing Reopens After 12 Years
The Akcakale crossing had been closed to commercial and civilian traffic since 2014 due to internal conflicts in Syria. On Tuesday, the Akcakale border crossing in southeast Türkiye’s Sanliurfa province reopened, ending a 12-year closure. The crossing sits directly across from the town of Tal Abyad in northern Syria. RELATED: Türkiye Unveils 1st Intercontinental Ballistic […]
May 12, 2026
Türkiye Unveils 1st Intercontinental Ballistic Missile at Defense Expo
Yildirimhan has a range of up to 6,000 km and can reach a speed of Mach 25. On Wednesday, Türkiye unveiled its first intercontinental ballistic missile, Yildirimhan, at the SAHA EXPO 2026 defense exhibition in Istanbul, with officials highlighting its long-range and high-speed capabilities. RELATED: Formula 1 Confirms Türkiye Grand Prix Return for 2027 Yildirimhan […]
May 6, 2026
Formula 1 Confirms Türkiye Grand Prix Return for 2027
The Formula 1 management confirmed today the return of the Grand Prix of Türkiye to the official calendar of the premier category, starting from the 2027 season. The agreement, established between Formula 1 authorities and local promoters, ensures that the Istanbul Park circuit will host international teams at least until 2031. This signing concludes a […]
April 24, 2026
School Shootings Intensify Debate on Youth Crime in Türkiye
The Parliament will create a commission to investigate violence in schools. Two deadly school shootings in Türkiye within days have shaken the nation and reignited debate over rising violent crime, raising concerns about school safety and the social factors driving youth violence. The most deadly attack occurred on Wednesday at a middle school in Kahramanmaras, […]
April 17, 2026
Türkiye School Shooting Claims At Least Nine Deaths
A school shooting in Türkiye’s KahramanmaraÅŸ province on April 15 claimed nine lives, injured thirteen. An eighth-grade student perpetrated the attack, intensifying concerns over school security following another recent incident in the nation. A tragic school shooting in Türkiye’s KahramanmaraÅŸ province on April 15 resulted in nine fatalities, including eight students and one teacher, with […]
April 15, 2026
Shooting Outside Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Turkish authorities opened an investigation to clarify the motives behind the attack. On Tuesday, Turkish authorities confirmed that one attacker was killed and two were wounded during a shooting outside the building housing the Israeli consulate in Istanbul. RELATED: Trump Threatens to Annihilate the Iranian Civilization “There were three attackers. One has died and two […]
April 7, 2026
Türkiye Seeks to Mediate in the U.S.-Israeli War on Iran
Ankara faces cool response from Washington and tensions with Israel. Although Pakistan is leading mediation efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, Turkey is also deploying intense diplomatic activity to play a role—one that has run up against Washington’s coolness and Israel’s hostility. On Tuesday, Pakistan confirmed that it is acting as a mediator, […]
March 25, 2026
Israel To ‘Pay the Price’ for Mideast Conflicts: Erdogan
Airstrikes against Iran were provoked and organized by Israel, the Turkish leader said. On Friday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Israel of having massacred thousands of people and said he has no doubt that Israel “will pay the price” for the conflicts it has sparked in Gaza and Iran. RELATED: U.S.-Israeli Strikes Destroy Iran’s […]