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Iran, US head for Oman after Tehran asks to resume nuclear talks

U.S.-Iran talks are expected to take place in Oman on Friday after Tehran decided to move the discussions from Istanbul to continue previous negotiations...

Fed Governor Miran steps down from White House post

U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor Stephen Miran stepped down on Tuesday from his position as chair of the White House's Council of Economic Advisers...

Three children among 17 killed in renewed Israeli violence in Gaza

At least three children and six women were among 17 people killed Wednesday in renewed Israeli attacks on Gaza, the territory's civil defense agency...

Yamal shines as Barcelona avoid late Copa scare to beat Albacete

Lamine Yamal and Ronald Araujo struck on either side of halftime as Barcelona edged Albacete 2-1 on Tuesday to book a place in the Copa del Rey semifinals....

Guardiola vows to keep speaking out on global humanitarian crises

Pep Guardiola said he will continue using his platform as Manchester City manager to speak out against violence and humanitarian suffering around the...

Antidote to chaos in Mideast: Emerging Turkish-Saudi alliance

Rising Türkiye-Saudi ties point to a strategic realignment in the Middle East

Turkish envoy says Ankara backs Sudan’s unity, urges effort to end war

Türkiye’s ambassador to the U.S. said Tuesday that Ankara remains firmly committed to supporting Sudan’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity,...

Saran thanks Erdoğan after Kante deal survives late-night collapse

Fenerbahçe President Sadettin Saran publicly thanked Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan after the club completed the high-profile transfer of France...

Ronaldo skips Al-Nassr match as transfer inaction fuels discontent

Cristiano Ronaldo’s absence from Al-Nassr’s latest league win was not a matter of fitness, form or friction with the coach. It was a message....

Italy opens art, ancient sites to blind, disabled visitors

On a recent weeknight, long after the swarms of tourists had left Rome's Colosseum, a small group of people walked around outside the darkened...

Fenerbahçe finally land N'Golo Kante after dramatic transfer saga

Fenerbahçe completed one of the most dramatic signings in recent Turkish football history early Wednesday by officially securing French midfielder...

Review of 'Bridgerton': A Cinderella tale shaped by class

Benedict and Sophie’s Cinderella-like story allows 'Bridgerton' to bring class, social limits and visual detail to the center of its romance

Tech leaders under fire as Epstein files release spurs allegations

The U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) recently released a massive set of emails and documents related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which...

US House OKs $1.2T package to end government shutdown

The U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday narrowly approved a $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown, sending the bill to...

Knowing more, understanding less…

Information moves fast, but understanding needs pause, patience and the courage to think

Politics behind the Iran-US standoff

Threats, protests and power politics shape the risk of war between Washington and Tehran

From deterrence to offensive defense: What does NDS-26 imply?

The NDS-26 signals U.S. focus on strength, deterrence and active defense over pacifism

Erdoğan warns against US-Iran war, slams Israeli aggression

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan warned that a new conflict involving Iran would plunge the Middle East into “a fresh wave of destruction,” stressing...

Prominent Gadhafi son Saif al-Islam reported dead in Libya

The eldest surviving son of late Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, Saif al-Islam Gadhafi, has been killed, according to his lawyer Khaled el-Zaydi, media...

Iran pushes to move US talks to Oman from Istanbul

Iran wants its planned meeting with the United States shifted from Türkiye to Oman and limited strictly to bilateral nuclear talks, a regional source said...

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia deepen strategic cooperation with new deals

Türkiye and Saudi Arabia have announced a broad expansion of cooperation across economic, energy, defense and regional security fields following...

US downs Iranian drone near aircraft carrier in Arabian Sea

The United States said Tuesday that its forces shot down an Iranian drone that flew close to a U.S. aircraft carrier operating in the Middle East,...

Italian police discover ancient Roman shipwreck during coastal patrol

A routine patrol by Italian police has revealed the wreck of an ancient Roman cargo vessel, with multiple amphorae still preserved on the seabed. The...

UN refugee agency chief visits Türkiye-Syria border

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR chief Barham Salih, joined by Türkiye’s Presidency of Migration Management head Hüseyin Kök,...

France hails mediation push as possible US–Iran talks eyed in Istanbul

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Tuesday praised the mediation efforts paving the way for potential U.S.–Iran discussions that could take...

Qamishli next as Syrian army retake control of YPG-occupied areas

On Tuesday, Syrian security forces headed into the city of Qamishli, under a cease-fire and integration deal with the U.S.-backed terrorist group YPG....

Car sales in Türkiye jump nearly 9.8% in January

Türkiye's car and light commercial vehicle market added pace in January, as total sales climbed almost 9.8% from a year ago, industry data showed on...

Sudanese army claims to break RSF siege on key city of Kadugli

The Sudanese armed forces broke Tuesday a paramilitary siege on the key southern city of Kadugli, army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan confirmed, marking the...

Solving Iran-US crisis would boost Türkiye’s mediator role: Experts

As a neighbor and a NATO ally are engaged in a war of words, Türkiye works to prevent a real one. Drawing from its experience as a peacemaker in several...

Solving Iran-US crisis would boost Türkiye’s mediator role: Experts

As a neighbor and a NATO ally are engaged in a war of words, Türkiye works to prevent a real one. Drawing from its experience as a peacemaker in several...

Erdoğan visits Saudi Arabia with Gaza, Iran, ties on agenda

New opportunities for economic cooperation, collaboration for Gaza’s recovery and joint peace efforts for the wider region dominate President...

Istanbul fights growing trend of youth involvement in crime

Data shows vulnerable youth facing family and economic hardships are systematically targeted by gangs with promises of money, status and protection

Russia vows to go bravely into new world with no limits on nukes

Moscow's top arms control official said Tuesday that Russia is prepared for a world without U.S.-Russian nuclear limits after the New START treaty...

Ukraine to okay multi-layer truce enforcement plan with Europe, US

Ukraine agreed with Western partners that persistent Russian violations of a future cease-fire would trigger a coordinated military response from Europe...

Turkish Parliament weighs more protection for children in digital world

Parliament on Tuesday was set to discuss a new report on threats and risks for children in the digital environment, while President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan...

French authorities raid X office, summon Elon Musk

French police searched the offices of Elon Musk's social media platform X and prosecutors have summoned the tech billionaire for questioning in April...

Kante-to-Fenerbahçe deal collapses after late paperwork snag

Fenerbahçe’s bold January gamble to lure N’Golo Kante back to European football fell apart at the final hurdle, the club confirmed Tuesday, ending...

Turkish defense exports jump over 44% to seal new January record

Türkiye's defense and aerospace exports soared 44.2% on an annual basis to a record high of $555.3 million in January, a senior official said on...

Govt ally Bahçeli vows commitment to terror-free Türkiye

MHP leader Devlet Bahçeli on Tuesday accused critics of the terror-free Türkiye initiative to disarm the PKK as 'puppets and cowards,' and said...

Erdoğan heads to Egypt to bolster regional diplomacy, cooperation

Recent high-level contacts and interactions between Türkiye and Egypt have served as a catalyst for improving bilateral relations and multidimensional...

Türkiye advances social housing draws amid earthquake recovery

Türkiye has completed social housing lottery draws in 41 provinces, identifying 144,258 beneficiaries under the government’s flagship “Century of...

Spain plans to ban social media for under-16s: PM

Spain is joining the growing list of countries that plan to introduce a social media ban for kids and teens, according to remarks by Prime Minister Pedro...

Iran shows willingness to hold 'fair and equitable' talks with US

Iran's president has instructed his top diplomat to 'pursue fair and equitable negotiations' with the U.S., in the first clear sign Tehran seeks to...

Residents guide tourists by camel in Morocco’s Sahara Desert

Israel lets 12 Gazans enter Egypt on 1st day of Rafah reopening

Israel allowed only 12 people to enter Egypt through Gaza's Rafah border Monday, the first day of a limited reopening for the besieged Palestinian...

Pakistan draws line with India boycott, shaking World Cup plan

Pakistan’s decision to boycott its Twenty20 World Cup match against India has been met with widespread backing from fans and administrators, many of whom...

Traditional horse game of 'cirit' thrills visitors in Türkiye

With roots stretching from Central Asia to Anatolia, the traditional equestrian sport of 'cirit,' read 'jirit,' has become one of eastern Türkiye's...

CHP loses members in western Türkiye after dispute with local branch

A deepening internal crisis within Türkiye’s main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) escalated this week after the party’s Izmir Buca...

Greece rejects extended residence for FETÖ members: Report

Reports in Greek media outlets claimed that Athens was increasingly rejecting applications by members of the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) to extend their...

Beyond survival: A global vision for World Cancer Day

For Dida Kaymaz, World Cancer Day is a call to close the global care gap, transforming survival into thriving through access, innovation and social change

Record rains put Tunisia’s iconic blue-and-white village at risk

Perched on a hill overlooking Carthage, Tunisia's famed blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said now faces the threat of landslides, after record...

Clintons finally yield to testify before Congress in Epstein probe

Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to testify in a U.S. House investigation over the former U.S. president's ties to late sex offender Jeffrey...

Iran arrests at least 139 foreigners in connection with protests

Iranian authorities arrested some 139 foreign nationals in central Iran during recent anti-government protests, local media reported Tuesday. Iran's...

Rainfall hits 65-year low, deepening drought in central Türkiye

Kırşehir, in central Türkiye, is facing increasing drought pressure after recording one of the lowest rainfall levels in the past 65 years, prompting...

Turkish Tennis Federation chief sets 2026 as 'year of action'

Turkish Tennis Federation (TTF) President Şafak Müderrisgil says his first year in office was devoted to data, diagnosis and restructuring, with 2026 set...

A story of the unknown: Whatever happened to NFT art?

NFTs didn’t fail; we just discovered that digital art, like all art, demands patience, care and a refusal to shortcut meaning

Man City hold 2-goal cushion over Newcastle into EFL Cup decider

Manchester City host Newcastle United on Wednesday night, knowing a place at Wembley is firmly within reach, while the defending EFL Cup holders face the...

Fenerbahçe reshape as En-Nesyri, Duran exit in Kante-led reset

Fenerbahçe’s January transfer window delivered a bold recalibration, trading firepower up front for pedigree and control in midfield as the club parted...

Australian Open breakout Sönmez falls in Abu Dhabi 1st round

Zeynep Sönmez’s promising start to the 2026 season hit a brief pause on Tuesday as Türkiye’s top-ranked player bowed out in the round of 32 at the...

Istanbul reservoir levels rise to 30% after recent rainfall

Reservoirs supplying water to Istanbul have seen a modest recovery following recent rainfall, with average water levels rising to 30.25%, according to data...

Netflix to livestream BTS comeback concert to 190 countries

Streaming giant Netflix said Tuesday it will livestream BTS's comeback concert to around 190 countries in what could be the largest live K-pop event...

Galatasaray eye Turkish Cup perfect start against Istanbulspor

Galatasaray return to Ziraat Turkish Cup action on Wednesday aiming to stay perfect in Group A when they host second-tier Istanbulspor at RAMS Park....

Şengün turns All-Star snub into statement night as Rockets roll on

Alperen Şengün didn’t make the 2026 NBA All-Star team. One night later, he made sure nobody forgot his name. The Houston Rockets’ 23-year-old...

Rome adds fee for close-up views of Trevi Fountain

Tourists hoping to get close to the Trevi Fountain have to pay 2 euros ($2.35) starting Monday as the city of Rome inaugurated a new fee structure to help...

Turkish police capture 96 suspects from terrorist group MLKP

Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on Tuesday that 96 suspects were captured in 22 provinces in operations against the Marxist-Leninist Communist...

Musk's SpaceX acquires his xAI ahead of expected IPO this year

Tech billionaire and eccentric Elon Musk is joining his space exploration and artificial intelligence ventures into a single company before what's...

President Erdoğan appoints 2 new deputy central bank governors

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan appointed two new deputy central bank governors, according to a decision published early on Tuesday in the...

China to ban concealed car door handles from next year

China will bar hidden door handles on cars starting next year, citing safety concerns and thus phasing out the minimalist design widely popularized by...

Türkiye inflation cools further despite January-specific monthly rise

Annual inflation in Türkiye eased for the fourth consecutive month in January, while monthly consumer price growth saw a stronger-than-expected uptick...

Turkish annual inflation eases to 30.65% in January

Turkish annual inflation eased slightly in January, maintaining a downward trend despite a stronger-than-expected uptick in monthly consumer prices,...

Is American intervention in Iran possible?

The rising Iran-U.S. tensions balance between threats, deterrence and fragile diplomacy

Purring like princes: Istanbul’s street cats live like royalty

'Kanyon' is getting fat: since someone stole his basket, this white cat with gray markings who lives at an Istanbul shopping center has been showered with...

Türkiye as a rising defense partner for Latin America

Latin American militaries are increasingly turning to Türkiye for defense equipment and expertise

Algeria moves forward while France clings to colonial nostalgia

France's colonial nostalgia and far-right media continue to fuel tensions, hindering progress with Algeria

France probes 2 Franco-Israelis over genocide complicity

France has issued warrants for two Franco-Israeli citizens accused of trying to prevent humanitarian aid from reaching Gaza, with prosecutors investigating...

Zelenskyy says Russia de-escalation boosts confidence in peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that recent steps to reduce tensions with Russia, referring to a pause in attacks on energy...

French PM defeats no-confidence motions, ends budget standoff

France adopted its 2026 government budget on Monday after months of tense negotiations, following Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu’s survival of yet...

Libya’s Haftar, Pakistan’s top general discuss cooperation

Pakistan's Chief of Defense Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir held talks with Libya's east-based putschist Gen. Khalifa Haftar on avenues for...

Top EU diplomat warns against Europe-wide army

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Monday dismissed proposals for creating an EU-wide army, saying such a move could be “extremely dangerous” as...

MSF chief warns Israeli ban will be ‘catastrophic’ for Gazans

The head of Doctors Without Borders said Monday that Israel’s decision to end the group’s humanitarian operations in Gaza would have catastrophic...

US, India ink trade agreement, lower tariffs to 18%: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that Washington and New Delhi finalized a trade agreement, with India committing to end its Russian oil...

Ford urges 'Made in Europe' to include Türkiye as carmakers wary

Ford of Europe President Jim Baumbick on Monday urged the European Union to ensure that the planned 'Made in Europe' industrial policy remains open to...

Study finds 2-month-old babies perceive objects more distinctly than expected

A new study suggests that infants as young as 2 months old can already tell the difference between various objects in their surroundings, indicating that...

Syrians deserve to live in peace, President Erdoğan says

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan underscored the need for lasting peace in Syria on Monday, saying the peoples of the war-torn country “deserve to live in...

Trump envoy, Iranian FM expected to meet in Istanbul on nuclear deal

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are expected to hold talks Friday in Istanbul on a potential nuclear...

UAE-led Arabic language center opens at Istanbul’s Ibn Haldun University

A new center promoting Arabic language education was inaugurated Monday at Ibn Haldun University in Istanbul under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima...

Costa Rica elects populist Fernandez to lead country as president

Costa Ricans on Sunday voted in conservative populist Laura Fernandez to lead the country as president, who is likely to continue an aggressive reorienting...

Trump to launch $12B critical minerals stockpile to counter China

President Donald Trump is set to launch a strategic critical minerals stockpile with $12 billion in seed funding from the Export-Import Bank of the United...

Syrian security units enter YPG-occupied village near Turkish border

Syrian internal security forces on Monday entered the village of Shuyukh, south of the Ain al-Arab district near the Turkish border, after Damascus and the...

Syrian security forces enter YPG-held Hassakeh

Internal security units of Syria's Interior Ministry began entering Hassakeh on Monday as a deal with the U.S.-backed terrorist group YPG is being...

Corruption in CHP-run Turkish city stirs up strife between mayors

The main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) strives to save face amid mounting probes of corruption against its municipalities. The party’s...

Türkiye sees 18 listings as 2025 global IPO market resilient: Report

After several years marked by macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges, 2025 proved to be a more stable year for the global initial public offering (IPO)...

Global factory activity improves in January, led by stronger Asia

Global factory activity showed signs of improvement last month, with a better performance by key Asian exporters and increase in output in the eurozone,...

New Epstein file dump casts royals, politicians, tycoons in bad light

U.S. authorities released the latest cache of files related to the investigation into late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, referencing several...

Death toll in Pakistani ops against Baloch separatists hit 177

Pakistani security forces killed about two dozen militants overnight in the southwest, raising the militant death toll to 177 in 48 hours following...

Messi linked to Galatasaray in unusual World Cup-focused proposal

Galatasaray’s Sunday 4-0 win over Kayserispor barely had time to cool before an extraordinary claim set Turkish football alight: Lionel Messi, the most...

Aerospace vehicles drive Türkiye's rising high-tech exports

Türkiye’s high-tech exports totaled $9.9 billion in 2025, with aerospace vehicles accounting for $4 billion of it and standing out in the category,...

Turkish, Kazakh foreign ministries sign cooperation deal

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Kazakh counterpart, Yermek Kosherbayev, signed the “2026-2027 Cooperation Plan” between the Foreign Ministries of...

Türkiye, Ukraine mark 34 years of diplomatic ties

Tuesday is the 32nd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Ankara and Kyiv. Since then, ties flourished but they became most...

Türkiye emerges as key mediator as US-Iran tensions rise

U.S. and Iranian tensions have prompted renewed focus on Türkiye’s diplomatic role with the U.S., as Ankara is seen as a potential mediator between...

Moscow-Kyiv peace talks head for Abu Dhabi after weekend delay

Russia confirmed that a new round of talks with Ukraine and the United States on ending the four-year war will begin Wednesday in Abu Dhabi after being...

Noah stirs Grammy crowd, draws Trump’s wrath over Epstein joke

Trevor Noah once again roamed through the audience during his monologue to open the Grammy Awards, taking pokes at the stars while standing right next to...

CHP faces internal dissent for its stance on terror-free Türkiye

A weekend conference in Istanbul hosted by the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) revealed cracks within the party on its stand on the...

Türkiye's trade deficit widens 11.2% in January as exports fall

Türkiye's foreign trade deficit widened by 11.2% from a year ago in January, Trade Minister Ömer Bolat said on Monday, as exports declined while...

Arab welcoming of Syrian state’s extension of control over northeast

Egypt, Qatar, Kuwait, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and several international and religious bodies have welcomed the comprehensive cease-fire agreement reached...

Eyes on trade, investments, defense as Erdoğan heads to Saudi Arabia

A large delegation of Turkish business leaders will accompany President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on his visit to Saudi Arabia, where the focus will be on...

Israeli violence fueling West Bank's ‘silent war,’ Palestinian exodus

The head of the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees said Sunday that the occupied West Bank is witnessing a 'silent war' amid record levels of violence by...

World-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli to meet Istanbul fans

World-renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will bring his Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour to Istanbul on May 30, marking three decades since the...

Büyük Menderes Delta hosts thousands of birds in western Türkiye

Italy probes church painting of angel restored with Meloni likeness

An angel in a church in central Rome has been restored to look ⁠like Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, a national newspaper reported on ​Saturday,...

Turkish manufacturing sector begins year in downturn, PMI shows

The Turkish manufacturing sector continued to face challenging business conditions at the start of the new year as manufacturing activity contracted in...

Russia's gas exports to Europe via TurkStream up 10.3% in January

Russian energy giant Gazprom's average daily natural gas supplies to Europe via the TurkStream undersea pipeline are estimated to have surged 10.3%...

Tehran summons EU envoys to protest IRGC's terrorist listing

Iran summoned all European Union ambassadors Monday to protest the bloc’s listing of the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist group. The...

Germany paralyzed as tens of thousands of transport workers walk off job

Commuters throughout Germany faced freezing temperatures and deserted stations on Monday as tens of thousands of public transport workers walked off the...

Türkiye's wetland loss reaches 1.5 times size of Sea of Marmara

The disappearance of wetlands reduces biodiversity by destroying critical habitats for migratory birds, endemic plant species and other sensitive indicator...

Turkish boxing leans on depth, development in push toward LA28

Turkish Boxing Federation President Suat Hekimoğlu says Turkish boxing is laying firm foundations for the future, with grassroots tournaments now serving...

Carlos Alcaraz mulls kangaroo tattoo after Australian Open triumph

Carlos Alcaraz is already thinking ink. The newly crowned Australian Open champion says a small kangaroo tattoo might be next, a permanent reminder of...

Djokovic drops retirement hint as record Grand Slam bid fades

Novak Djokovic left the Australian Open still locked on 24 Grand Slam titles and facing renewed questions about how many chances remain to claim a...

Türkiye launches digital platform to guide parents on screen time

The Ministry of Family and Social Services has launched a digital platform aimed at protecting children from online risks and guiding parents on healthy...

China's annual ⁠Spring Festival travel rush kicks off

China's annual ⁠Spring Festival travel rush – a 40-day period – also often referred to as the world's largest annual human migration, took...

Fenerbahçe, Galatasaray fumble as Atletico Madrid snatch Lookman

Atletico Madrid have struck a deal with Atalanta to sign Nigeria forward Ademola Lookman, outmaneuvering Turkish heavyweights Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray...

Slow urbanism: Reclaiming the landscape erased by speed

In a world addicted to speed, slowing down is the only way to truly remember, feel and live

Tarkan brings Istanbul to life through music, memory

After seven long years, Tarkan finally returned to the stage in Istanbul and with him, something much bigger returned as well: collective memory, shared...

Westminster Dog Show adds thrills with agility competition

A crowd is waiting to see you run a labyrinthine obstacle course you have never done before. You have to complete it with enough focus to avoid wrong...

Syrian forces near YPG-held areas as terrorists impose curfew

The YPG terrorist group imposed daytime curfews in the northeastern Syrian cities of Hassakeh and Qamishli from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time, according to a...

I.C.E. St. Moritz: Where dream cars meet ice, art, elegance

The I.C.E. St. Moritz 2026, held on Jan. 30-31 on the frozen lake, brought together iconic cars, collectors and enthusiasts for two days of elegance, speed...

Ankara wants stability, not military action in Iran

Amid the U.S. military threats over Iran, Türkiye pushes step-by-step diplomacy to avert war

Erdoğan kicks off 2026 diplomatic blitz with Saudi Arabia, Egypt trips

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will make his first visit abroad this year to Saudi Arabia and Egypt this week, launching a diplomatic blitz amid rising...

Israel lets pedestrians cross Gaza's Rafah in limited reopening

Israel reopened the Gaza-Egypt border to pedestrians Monday, allowing Palestinians to leave or return to the enclave after fleeing Tel Aviv's...

New water transfer project boosts Sapanca Lake levels in Türkiye

The Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality has launched a new project to protect Sapanca Lake, whose water levels have declined, by supplying the lake with...

Cold air wave pushes Istanbul temperatures to snow levels

The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Disaster Coordination Center (AKOM) has warned that a cold air wave is expected to enter the Marmara region on...

Gold, silver slump sharply to erase most of this year's gains

Commodities markets slumped on Monday, led by deep losses in gold, silver, oil and industrial metals to extend the recent volatility that struck global...

Stocks, commodities slump to extend volatility into new week

Equities, oil and precious metals were all down early on Monday to extend the volatility that struck global markets at the end of last week into a new...

US-Israeli motives to attack Iran: Can they achieve their goal?

Israel’s unmet aims during the 12-day war with Iran are the driving force behind renewed U.S. statements on military action

Bad Bunny makes Grammy history, wins album of year

Bad Bunny won album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his critically-acclaimed 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” closing out a surprising and...

ICE's 5-year-old detainee back home in Minnesota after release

Liam Conejo Ramos, 5, and his father returned to their home in a Minneapolis suburb after being detained by U.S. immigration officers at a Texas facility,...

Balkans Peace Platform: Türkiye's path to bridge regional divides

Türkiye's Balkans Peace Platform aims to foster dialogue, cooperation and stability in the region

It is not about the protesters, can’t you see?

U.S. actions in Iran are not about Iranians' freedom or a nuclear threat, but about securing Israel’s future

Privatizing heavens: Democracy ends at the edge of our atmosphere

Space power moves to private hands, risking democracy and control over vital global infrastructure

Gaza’s lifeline Rafah crossing set to reopen for limited travel

Palestinians in Gaza looked on with cautious hope Sunday as preparations advanced to resume limited movement through the Rafah border crossing with Egypt,...

Top US official downplays prospects for new charges from Epstein files

A senior Justice Department official said Sunday that the release of new Jeffrey Epstein documents is unlikely to lead to additional prosecutions, arguing...

Trump says he hopes for Iran deal after Khamenei warns of wider war

U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday he remains optimistic about reaching an agreement with Iran, even as the country’s supreme leader warned that any...

Oscar-nominated screenwriter of 'It Was Just an Accident' arrested in Tehran

One of the Oscar-nominated writers behind the Iranian drama “It Was Just an Accident” has been detained in Tehran, just weeks before the Academy...

Sudan’s Khartoum sees 1st civilian flight since war began in 2023

Sudanese authorities said Sunday that a passenger plane landed at Khartoum International Airport for the first time since civil war erupted in April 2023...

MSF says Israel’s move to end its Gaza work aims to block aid

Doctors Without Borders said Sunday that Israel’s decision to shut down the group’s operations in Gaza was being used as a justification to obstruct...

Norway crown princess under fresh fire with Epstein scandal

Norway’s crown princess, whose son is to stand trial Tuesday for rape, was drawn into a new controversy this weekend after newly unsealed U.S. documents...

Israeli army chief expects US to attack Iran within 2 months

Israeli Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir said Sunday that he expects the United States could launch a military attack on Iran within the next two weeks to two...

Over 200 dead when rain-triggered landslide hits DR Congo mine

Over 200 people have been killed when heavy rains triggered a landslide at a mineral mine in eastern Congo, a provincial official said Saturday. Since...

Türkiye courts closer ties with Kazakhstan at high-level meeting

Türkiye seeks to expand its ties with Turkic states and after hosting a high-level delegation from Uzbekistan last month, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan...

‘Türkiye is right mediator’ in Iran-US tensions

Ömer Çelik, deputy chair and spokesperson for the ruling AK Party, said on Sunday Türkiye was the right country to resolve the looming conflict between...

Moves to stop Russia's 'unauthorized' Starlink use seem to work: Musk

Moves ⁠by SpaceX to stop the 'unauthorized' use of its internet ​system Starlink by Russia seemed to ‍have worked, Elon Musk said on Sunday, while...

Iran warns US attack on country would trigger 'regional war'

Any U.S. attack on Iran would ignite a regional war in the Middle East, the country's supreme leader warned Sunday, escalating tensions as President...

Turkish Cabinet meets with regional security high on agenda

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will chair a meeting of his Cabinet on Monday and is expected to address the nation afterwards. Developments in the region...

Türkiye will only withdraw from Syria after terror threat ends: Report

Security sources speaking to Turkish media outlets said the Turkish army would leave Syria on three conditions: complete restoration of state’s authority...

145 dead as Pakistan responds to Baloch separatist attacks

Pakistani security forces killed 145 militants in a 40-hour operation after coordinated gun and bomb attacks across Balochistan left nearly 50 people dead,...

Miller sinks 26 as Hornets sting Spurs for 6th-straight NBA win

Brandon Miller sank 26 points and pulled down eight rebounds to lead the Charlotte Hornets past the San Antonio Spurs 111-106 on Saturday for their sixth...

Erdoğan set to disclose new vision for family, population

A looming population crisis and the state of the family dominates the government’s agenda in Türkiye where the number of households without children...

With 2nd grand slam in bag, Rybakina now eyes world No. 1

Elena Rybakina defeated the world’s top two players to win the Australian Open, underscoring how her understated ruthlessness could propel her to No. 1...

Germany, Saudi Arabia agree to enhance energy cooperation

Germany and Saudi Arabia have inked a declaration to intensify energy cooperation during a visit by German Economy Minister Katherina Reiche to Riyadh on...

Alcaraz downs Djokovic to clinch 1st Australian Open, career slam

Spanish rising star Carlos Alcaraz fought back from a set down Sunday to defeat Serbian veteran Novak Djokovic to win his maiden Australian Open men's...

India to buy Venezuelan oil: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump ⁠claimed on Saturday that India will buy Venezuelan oil to replace some of the Russian oil it is importing. 'We've...

Türkiye plans to expand LNG gasification capacity with new FSRUs

Türkiye plans to double the capacity at its floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) in the southern province of Hatay and build an additional...

Ex-Prince Andrew should explain Epstein ties to Congress: Starmer

Former Prince Andrew should testify before a U.S. congressional committee following new revelations about his ties to the late financier and convicted sex...

Residents of Syria’s al-Hol camp hail imminent return home

Syria's internally displaced families, forced to share a camp with Daesh members and oppressed by U.S.-backed terrorists, look forward to leaving...

Iran labels European armies as terrorists over EU's IRGC decision

Iran has designated the armies of European countries as “terrorist groups,” the parliament speaker said Sunday, in retaliation for the EU’s move to...

A miscast 'Rigoletto' sabotages Verdi in Mersin

A musically ambitious yet uneven 'Rigoletto' in the beautiful southern city reveals both the resilience of the Italian opera master’s genius...

Israel trials Rafah reopening amid Gaza cease-fire violations

The Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt was partially reopened by Israel on Sunday, following months of pressure from humanitarian groups, allowing...

Starbucks under pressure as more chains vie for US coffee market

Even as consumption of coffee among Americans remains at historic highs, fewer of them are getting it from Starbucks. The company that revolutionized the...

Volume of cargo handled at Türkiye’s ports sets record in 2025

The volume of cargo handled at Türkiye's ports surpassed 553 million tons in 2025, reaching a new record high, Transport and Infrastructure Minister...

Türkiye's Baykar maintains leadership in global UCAV exports

Türkiye's drone pioneer, Baykar, maintained its leadership in the global armed unmanned aerial vehicle (UCAV) export market with $2.2 billion in...

Family Ministry drafts social media limits for children in Türkiye

Social media providers in Türkiye are mandated to implement robust age verification systems and compulsory parental control features, ensuring effective...

Bus crash in southern Türkiye kills 8, injures 26

A passenger bus traveling from Tekirdağ to Antalya overturned into a ravine in Antalya, southern Türkiye, killing eight people and injuring 26 others on...

Bus crash in southern Türkiye kills 9, injures 26

A passenger bus traveling from Tekirdağ to Antalya overturned into a ravine in Antalya, southern Türkiye, killing nine people and injuring 26 others on...

Palandöken in E. Türkiye records highest snow depth

Palandöken Ski Resort in Erzurum, eastern Türkiye, recorded the highest snow depth among Türkiye’s ski centers at 237 centimeters (93.3 inches),...

Classical tunes may soothe dogs, but not all respond alike

Experts say music may help relax some dogs in certain settings, but its effects depend on temperament, environment and use, and it should not replace...

Türkiye’s e-Government platform reaches over 68 million users

The number of registered users on Türkiye’s e-Government Gateway (e-Devlet Kapısı), which enables citizens to access public services digitally, has...

Warsh's balancing act at Fed: Navigating independence, Trump

Kevin Warsh has sought the top job at the U.S. central bank since President Donald Trump first considered him for the position almost a decade ago. Now...

Who is Kevin Warsh, Trump's nominee to lead Federal Reserve?

U.S. President Donald Trump said earlier this week he planned to tap former Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Fed chair to replace...

Türkiye sets sights on higher defense, aerospace exports

Türkiye is setting higher targets for its booming defense and aerospace sectors' exports after completing the last 10 years with the world’s...

The logic behind a Türkiye-Saudi-Pakistan alignment

The Türkiye-Saudi-Pakistan defense pact aims to counter separatism and terrorism, enhancing defense cooperation

Deadly explosions occur across Iran amid growing fears of war

Multiple explosions were reported across Iran on Saturday, amid growing fears of war. In the Persian Gulf port city of Bandar Abbas, one person was...

Blast reported at building in Iran’s Gulf port city, cause unclear

An explosion struck a building on Saturday in the Iranian Gulf coast city of Bandar Abbas, state media said, with the cause yet unknown. State television...

Iran plans live-fire drill in Strait of Hormuz amid US tensions

The Strait of Hormuz, a vital and narrow passageway for global oil shipments in the Persian Gulf, is again drawing attention as Iran prepares for a...

Baloch separatists kill 21, including civilians, in southwest Pakistan

Separatists in Pakistan’s Balochistan province carried out nearly a dozen coordinated assaults early Saturday, killing at least 11 civilians, 10 security...

‘Coordinated’ attacks in Pakistan kill 15, dozens of militants

Ethnic Baloch separatists launched 'coordinated attacks across Pakistan’s Balochistan province on Saturday, killing at least 10 security officials as...

Ice-cool Rybakina beats No. 1 Sabalenka to win tense Australian Open final

Elena Rybakina won the Australian Open on Saturday, beating top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 to claim her second Grand Slam title and avenging her...

Iran says Trump, Netanyahu, Europe fueled tensions in protests

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Saturday that U.S., Israeli and European leaders exploited Iran’s economic hardships to stir recent protests and...

New Epstein file dump names Trump, Musk, Gates and Prince Andrew

A newly released batch of documents from investigation into the deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein includes references to numerous...

Türkiye urges UN to heed 2-state reality after Cyprus mission renewal

Türkiye on Friday criticized the U.N. Security Council’s decision to extend the mandate of the U.N. peacekeeping force in Cyprus for another year,...

Israeli strikes kill 29 in Gaza, highest toll since October cease-fire

At least 29 Palestinians were killed and others wounded early Saturday in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, hospitals in the enclave said, marking...

Israeli strikes kill 12 in Gaza as cease-fire violations continue

At least 12 Palestinians were killed and others wounded early Saturday in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, despite a ceasefire agreement remaining...

Ex-Israeli PM stayed repeatedly at Epstein apartment, new files show

Newly released U.S. Justice Department records indicate that former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak and his wife stayed several times at a New York...

Catherine O’Hara, beloved ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and ‘Home Alone’ star, dies at 71

Catherine O’Hara, the acclaimed Canadian-born comic actor and “SCTV” alum who starred in two “Home Alone” films as Macaulay Culkin's harried...

Iran case: Can religious state survive within nation-state?

Trying to fuse a religious order with the modern nation-state creates layered dimensions in Iran

Albanians protest PM Rama’s visit, pro-Israel remarks

Demonstrators rallied in Tirana on Friday to protest Prime Minister Edi Rama’s recent visit to Israel and his pro-Israeli remarks, saying the trip...

Van Gogh’s cry: What do you want from me?

For Van Gogh, painting was a state of ecstasy through which hidden pain became visible as color

President Erdoğan meets Iran’s FM Araghchi in Istanbul for talks

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Friday received Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Istanbul for talks, the Presidential Communications...

Putin meets Iran security chief as Trump ups pressure for nuclear deal

Russian President Vladimir Putin met the head of Iran’s top security body in Moscow on Friday, the Kremlin said, as U.S. President Donald Trump...

Iran seeking deal as US naval buildup presses Tehran: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he believes Iran is looking to strike a deal to avoid military confrontation, revealing he has set Tehran a private...

Syria seeks to shut camps holding families linked to Daesh

Syria’s government is moving to permanently shut down displacement camps that still hold thousands of civilians, including foreigners, linked to the...

US Justice Dept to release 3 million pages from Epstein files

The U.S. Justice Department will release more than three million pages from the Jeffrey Epstein files on Friday, along with photos and videos, Deputy...

UAE, Egypt urge dialogue, de-escalation amid rising Iran tensions

The leaders of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Egypt stressed the need for dialogue and de-escalation to ease rising tensions tied to Iran and prevent...

South Africa expels Israel’s envoy, prompting retaliation

South Africa on Friday declared Israel’s top diplomat persona non grata and ordered him to leave within 72 hours, escalating tensions that could further...

Turkish banks' net profit jumps 43% in 2025 despite tight policy

Türkiye's banking sector posted a 42.7% rise in net profit in 2025, data showed on Friday, despite a prolonged tight monetary policy that has kept...

Gold briefly tumbles below $5,000 on Fed pick, investor caution

Gold prices tumbled by more than 8% to briefly break below the $5,000 mark as the dollar strengthened in the lead-up to U.S. President Donald Trump's...

Why Nigeria-Türkiye ties are being rewired

Nigeria and Türkiye are institutionalizing their relationship to turn political goodwill into durable strategic power

AI agents wave redefines customer experience

AI-driven customer experience solutions are rapidly becoming a key competitive differentiator globally, with Türkiye-based Etiya emerging as a notable...

Fenerbahçe set up Europa League playoff tie with Nottingham Forest

Fenerbahçe will face English Premier League side Nottingham Forest in the UEFA Europa League 2025-26 knockout phase playoff round after Friday’s draw at...

'Now is time': Business pushes EU to rethink Türkiye accession as risks rise

The appeal by the Foreign Economic Relations Board appears to reflect growing confidence within the Turkish industry that global shifts are strengthening...

Saudi Arabia opens Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale in Riyadh

The 3rd Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale, organized by the Diriyah Biennale Foundation under the leadership of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture, has...

Trump picks former Fed official Kevin Warsh to run US central bank

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he will nominate former Federal Reserve (Fed) official Kevin Warsh to be the next chair of the U.S. central...

Astronomers discover earth-sized planet 146 light-years away

Astronomers have identified a new Earth-sized planet orbiting a sun-like star about 146 light-years from Earth, raising fresh interest in nearby worlds...

23 universities of Türkiye enter top 500 in global rankings

Turkish higher education institutions are cementing their status on the international stage, with 23 universities successfully breaking into the top 500 of...

Türkiye urges US to reject Israeli push to attack Iran

US must act with common sense and pursue dialogue with Iran, Türkiye’s top diplomat says as he hosts Tehran’s chief diplomat in Istanbul amid...

Iran-US diplomacy hinges on ending threats, Pezeshkian tells Erdoğan

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Friday that diplomatic progress with the United States depends on an end to hostile behavior, citing...

103 years on, memories of Turkish-Greek population exchange endure

More than a century after Türkiye and Greece signed a landmark agreement forcing hundreds of thousands of people from their homes, the trauma of the...

Türkiye restructures border gates with Syria in cooperation push

Türkiye is accelerating the modernization of its border gates with Syria as part of a broader push to strengthen trade, security and regional cooperation...

Türkiye's foreign trade deficit expands by nearly 12% in 2025

Türkiye foreign trade deficit rose by nearly 12% in 2025, as imports rose faster than exports, official data showed on Friday. The trade shortfall...

Türkiye again EBRD's top market as 2025 investments hit record $3.2B

Türkiye once again became the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's (EBRD) largest country of operation in 2025 by annual investment...

Türkiye tops 2025 tourism revenue target, foreign arrivals hit record

Türkiye exceeded its official tourism targets in 2025, posting record revenues of over $65 billion despite reservation losses linked to regional...

Alcaraz survives leg scare, 5-set epic to book Melbourne final spot

Carlos Alcaraz survived a leg scare, two lost tiebreakers and nearly five and a half hours of relentless pressure to defeat Alexander Zverev 6-4, 7-6 (5),...

Emine Erdoğan meets Uzbekistan’s first lady during Ankara visit

First lady Emine Erdoğan welcomed Ziroat Mirziyoyeva, the spouse of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, at the Presidential Complex on Thursday during an...

Gazi University advances Türkiye’s first domestic gene therapy

The center has become a regional medical hub, currently treating patients from 12 different countries

Galatasaray draw Juventus in Champions League knockout playoff

Galatasaray’s return to Europe’s biggest stage now comes with a familiar weight as the Turkish champions were drawn against Italian giants Juventus in...

Trump’s 'Board of Peace' plan rebuffed by major powers

Major world powers reject the U.S. president's “Board of Peace” proposal, reaffirming support for the U.N. and dismissing efforts to rival the...

E-Diyanet mobile application nears 1M users in Türkiye

The Presidency of Religious Affairs’ e-Diyanet mobile application has reached 882,000 users, reflecting growing public interest in digital religious...

Disciplinary moves, defections sharpen political tensions in CHP

Türkiye’s main opposition, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), has been plunged into fresh turmoil as party leader Özgür Özel ordered new...

Zelenskyy says Ukraine ready for EU entry by 2027

Ukraine will be ⁠technically ready to join the ​European Union ‍in 2027, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, ‌adding ‍that securing 'fast track'...

Guardiola condemns global silence on Gaza at Palestine aid event

Pep Guardiola stepped off the Champions League touchline and onto a different stage Wednesday night, delivering an emotional, unflinching speech in...

Syria announces new deal with PKK/YPG to stabilize truce, integration

The Syrian government on Friday announced a new agreement with the PKK/YPG terrorist group to stabilize a cease-fire that ended weeks of clashes and to lay...

Syria announces new deal with PKK/YPG to stabilize truce, integration

A new comprehensive agreement, which stabilizes a fragile cease-fire and ends weeks of clashes in northern Syria, will see the YPG’s gradual integration...

Trump calls Minneapolis shooting victim 'agitator'

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that the man shot dead by U.S. federal agents in Minneapolis last week was an 'agitator and perhaps...

Burkina Faso dissolves parties to ‘preserve national unity’

Burkina Faso's military-led government dissolved all political parties and groupings Thursday, saying the move was necessary to preserve national...

Israeli strike kills 2 near Maghazi camp despite ceasefire

Israeli forces killed two Palestinians early Friday east of the Maghazi refugee camp in central Gaza, in an area where the military had previously...

Painting becomes therapy for Turkish man after brain condition

Mehmet Bozkurt took up painting on his doctor’s advice after suffering a brain condition seven years ago. Now 72, he has produced more than 100 paintings...

Durant’s 2nd-half surge powers Houston Rockets over Atlanta

Kevin Durant took over after halftime, and the Houston Rockets followed his lead, pulling away from the Atlanta Hawks for a 104-86 road win Thursday night...

Luxury labels flock to Milano Cortina as Winter Olympics near

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics have drawn strong interest from luxury brands, with Italy’s fashion capital and its elite Alpine resorts set to...

Serena Williams keeps tennis guessing after coy comeback talk

Serena Williams may not be planning a comeback, but she’s certainly not shutting the door. The 23-time Grand Slam champion reignited tennis’ rumor...

Boulevard du Temple: Paris between light and time

In Daguerre’s Paris, only stillness survives: the city moves on, the human disappears, and light decides what history remembers

Lady Gaga, Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny compete at Grammys

Superstars Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga are primed to make history on Sunday in Los Angeles at the 68th Grammy Awards, honoring the best in...

Nostalgia for 2016 surges among social media users

A decade later, social media users are revisiting 2016, recalling its pop culture, carefree moments and early digital trends amid a world that feels...

Rare but remarkable: Goalscoring keepers create football folklore

It is usually born of desperation, a last roll of the dice that can deliver the most extraordinary payoff. Sometimes, it is pure chaos, a shambolic...

Polar bears defy odds, grow fatter as sea ice shrinks: Study

Their icy hunting grounds are rapidly shrinking, but polar bears in Norway's remote Svalbard archipelago have defied the odds by bulking up instead of...

Fenerbahçe books Europa League playoff spot, awaits Forest or Plzen

Fenerbahçe extended their European journey Thursday with a hard-earned 1-1 draw away to Romania’s FCSB, a result that secured a 19th-place finish in the...

Crown princess’ son goes on trial on rape charges in Norway

In the biggest scandal to rock Norway's monarchy, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit goes on trial Tuesday accused of raping four women, as well as...

Africa as a priority: Evolving Turkish intelligence doctrine

Africa moves to the heart of Türkiye’s security, intelligence and trade policies

Libya’s energy revival and an emerging balance of power

Rising Western and Turkish energy investments signal Libya’s return to global oil markets

Unlikely alliances and politics of regime change

Selective outrage turns human rights activism into a tool for legitimizing regime change and foreign intervention

Giant portrait of 5-year-old girl killed in Gaza unfurled in Barcelona

A huge portrait of five-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab was unfurled on a beach in the Spanish city of Barcelona on ⁠Thursday, two years after she...

FM Fidan urges trust, regional solidarity-based Mideast security pact

Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the Middle East must develop its own security architecture based on mutual trust, arguing that lasting...

Senegal, Morocco fined, bans issued over chaotic Africa Cup final

Senegal and Morocco were slapped with bans and more than $1 million in fines on Thursday due to a shambolic Africa Cup of Nations final this month that...

Trump says to announce his pick for Fed chair 'next week'

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he plans to name his choice for the next Federal Reserve (Fed) chair next week to replace Jerome Powell,...

Tinubu’s Türkiye visit shows resolve on security: Nigeria’s defense chief

Nigeria’s Defense Minister Gen. Christopher Musa said Thursday that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to Türkiye underscores his determination to...

Gold retreats, Microsoft's worst day in years weighs on Wall Street

The fever in the gold and metals markets may be breaking as prices suddenly snapped back on Thursday following their jaw-dropping runs. Meanwhile, the...

Trump urges Putin to pause Kyiv strikes for 1 week amid severe cold

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to refrain from striking Kyiv for one week as the region faces severe...

Hamas appears ready to disarm, Trump says

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that Hamas appears prepared to give up its weapons under the next phase of the Gaza cease-fire, signaling...

Bangladesh, Pakistan resume direct flights after 14-year pause

Bangladesh and Pakistan on Thursday resumed direct flight connections after a 14-year hiatus, opening opportunities to boost trade and tourism between the...

Mirziyoyev hails Türkiye as rising power as Erdoğan vows Turkic unity

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev said Thursday that Türkiye is becoming one of the world’s new geopolitical power centers, praising Ankara’s...

Iran slams EU over terror listing, warns US of consequences

Iran’s military and officials on Thursday denounced the European Union’s decision to designate the country’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist...

Trump calls Powell 'moron,' demands 'substantially lower' rates

President Donald Trump on Thursday again slammed Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair Jerome Powell, saying the United States should have the lowest interest rates...

Pashinyan backs linking Armenia’s energy grid with Türkiye, Azerbaijan

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said Thursday that linking Armenia’s energy network with those of Türkiye and Azerbaijan would boost export...

EU designates Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorist organization

The European Union has agreed to add Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to its list of terrorist organizations, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas...

Türkiye eyes Washington-Tehran mediation as Iranian FM due in Ankara

Türkiye is set to propose acting as a mediator between Washington and Tehran during a visit by Iran's top diplomat on Friday, according to officials,...

Kremlin claims it invited Ukraine’s Zelenskyy to Moscow for peace talks

The Kremlin said on Thursday that Russia had reiterated its invitation for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to ​come to Moscow for peace talks, as...

Gold rally pushes Turkish central bank reserves to new record

The massive surge in gold prices has helped the Turkish central bank's total reserve reach an all-time high for the second consecutive week, official...

Syrian officials say YPG terrorists killed 5 civilians despite truce

At least five civilians were killed in northern Syria after land mines planted by the YPG, the Syrian wing of the PKK terrorist group, exploded near the...

Turkish inmate memorizes Quran with prison education initiative

A detainee at Balıkesir Kepsut Closed Penal Institution has successfully completed the Quran memorization program, a step forward in ongoing...

Turkish FM Fidan holds talks with US ambassador on Iran, Syria

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Thursday received U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack, who is also the special envoy for Syria. The meeting took...

Türkiye hosts Uzbek president for talks on bilateral cooperation

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev is scheduled for an official visit to Türkiye on Thursday at the invitation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, during...

2026 to be 'record year' for natural gas in Türkiye

This year will be a new 'record year' for natural gas in Türkiye, a top official said on Thursday, evaluating the developments in the energy sector,...

Empty urban spaces become hot trend for fashion week shows

One of the hottest trends in fashion right now is hosting catwalk shows in empty office blocks or disused car parks. The appeal was evident again during...

Türkiye rejects Greek claims, vows to maintain Aegean maritime rights

Türkiye says it will continue to counter unilateral actions in the Aegean Sea under international law, while reporting new developments on Syria and...

Türkiye debunks claims of YPG drone sparing child in Syria

Türkiye’s Presidential Directorate of Communications’ Center for Combating Disinformation (DMM) said on Wednesday that claims circulating online about...

Syria’s reunification and the end of the YPG project

Syria has regained control over its northeast, ending YPG autonomy and strengthening its ties with Türkiye

Galatasaray cash in $51M as Champions League playoff spot pays off

Galatasaray’s return to the UEFA Champions League under its expanded format has delivered both sporting progress and a major financial boost, with the...

UN says fighting in Sudan’s Kordofan displaces more than 88,000

The U.N. warned Wednesday that fighting in Sudan's Kordofan region has displaced more than 88,000 people in recent months, as humanitarian access...

Crumbling 19th-century house finds new life as theater in Belgrade

It may be out of place on a busy downtown street and it may be a bit run down, but this small mansion in central Belgrade is thriving. Its walls...

Merz says Europe must speak language of power politics

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said Europe needs to find a way to become a dominant force again to assert itself in a newly emerging world order...

Education, rents led inflation increases in Türkiye in 2025: CBRT

Education and rents were among the services sub-items posting the largest increase in the consumer price index (CPI) basket in 2025 in Türkiye, the...

US lawmaker says detained 5-year-old is depressed in ICE custody

A U.S. Democratic congressman said Wednesday that a five-year-old boy detained with his father by federal immigration agents in Minnesota was 'depressed...

Rescued baby rabbit becomes cafe mascot in Türkiye's Elazığ

A baby rabbit rescued from a cat by cafe worker Yakup Kuş in Elazığ has become the mascot of the workplace and was named “Tombiş.” Kuş, who...

Türkiye-EU dialogue on customs union update continues: Minister

Türkiye's dialogue with the European Union on the matters of the customs union update persists, Trade Minister Ömer Bolat said on Thursday, also...

Israeli forces raid homes in West Bank town under siege

Israeli forces raided homes and detained Palestinians on Thursday in the town of Hizma, northeast of occupied East Jerusalem in the West Bank, as the...

After 2023 quake, Turkish teen finds strength on football field

Despite surviving 45 hours trapped under debris and undergoing leg amputation due to earthquake injuries, Tuğba Akın has embraced rehabilitation with a...

Syrian forces discover YPG's multi-level tunnel complex in N. Syria

The Syrian army has uncovered one of the YPG's largest tunnel networks yet, a sprawling underground facility equipped with electricity, water lines...

Temperatures drop with sleet, snowfall forecast in Istanbul

The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Disaster Coordination Center (AKOM) announced that the city is expected to experience sleet on Feb. 2, followed by...

Air pollution in Central Asian cities shortens lives: Experts

In Bishkek, the area known as the Golden Square, nestled in the city center and prized for its proximity to offices, schools and landmarks, is among some...

Italy asserts full control of Olympic security amid ICE backlash

Italy moved Wednesday to reassert full control over security at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, unveiling a vast, multi-layered safety operation after...

Turkish traveler Mehmet Sendinç explores Africa beyond cliches

Turkish adventurer Mehmet Sendinç says his African journey has upended every stereotype, revealing a continent of generosity, beauty and unexpected...

Low dam levels signal growing drought risk in Istanbul

The sharp decline in water levels at Istanbul’s Sazlıdere Dam highlights the growing drought threat facing the city, as reservoir occupancy rates fall...

Japan logs record child suicides for 2nd straight year

Japan witnessed a record high number of child suicides in 2025 for the second consecutive year, local media reported on Thursday. Preliminary government...

Nvidia awaits China approval to sell advanced H200 chip

Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang expressed optimism Thursday that Beijing will permit the sale to Chinese buyers of a powerful AI chip model made by the...

OIC warns Gaza cease-fire at risk, urges UN action on Palestine

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) urged the U.N. Security Council on Wednesday to act swiftly to uphold international law, ensure...

CAF comes down hard after chaotic AFCON final, Senegal retain gold

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) issued a sweeping series of bans and fines Wednesday in response to one of the most turbulent Africa Cup of...

Galatasaray advance to Champions League playoffs despite City loss

Galatasaray secured a spot in the UEFA Champions League last 16 playoff round after finishing 20th in the 36-team group stage, marking the first time a...

Djokovic faces Sinner test as Australian Open semifinals pit eras

Novak Djokovic arrives at the Australian Open semifinals with history within reach and uncertainty underfoot, preparing for a generational clash against...

European pipe-dreams in ‘Marrying Jonas’ at DasDas in Istanbul

'Marrying Jonas' turns the fantasy of leaving Türkiye for a European utopia into a hilarious, sometimes uncomfortable comedy of aspirations,...

Brady questions Hall of Fame standards after Belichick snub

Tom Brady, the quarterback who partnered with Bill Belichick to build one of the NFL’s greatest dynasties, has become the latest voice to criticize the...

LeBron soaks in Cleveland tribute amid blowout loss, future in doubt

LeBron James was overcome with emotion Wednesday as a video tribute celebrating his storied career played in Cleveland, moments before the Los Angeles...

Russia’s Lukoil plans $22B foreign asset sale to Carlyle

Russia's No. 2 oil producer Lukoil said on Thursday ‌it had agreed to sell ‍most of its foreign assets worth a total of around $22 billion to U.S....

Starmer tells Xi UK wants ‘sophisticated’ China ties

British Prime ⁠Minister Keir Starmer told Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday that he wanted to build a 'sophisticated relationship' with Beijing to...

Barcelona storm back to beat Copenhagen 4-1, reach UCL last 16

Barcelona stormed back from an early setback to dismantle FC Copenhagen 4-1 on Wednesday, securing a direct spot in the Champions League last 16 with a...

Tesla to phase out Model S, X to focus on robots

Tesla is set to discontinue its larger electric car models, the Model S and Model X, to free up capacity for robot production, the U.S. automaker owned by...

Gold hits record near $5,600 as Trump ramps up Iran threats

Gold prices hit a record near $5,600 and oil climbed as rising U.S.-Iran tensions and a weaker dollar drove investors toward safe havens

Türkiye's unemployment drops to historic low of 7.7% in December

Türkiye's unemployment rate declined to a historic low of 7.7% in December, according to the official data from the country's statistical...

Türkiye's unemployment drops to 25-year low of 7.7% in December

Türkiye's unemployment rate declined to a low of 7.7% in December, remaining in a single-digit range for 32 consecutive months, according to the...

Bruce Springsteen takes aim at ICE in new Minneapolis song

Bruce Springsteen is dedicating his new song to the people of Minneapolis, criticizing President Donald Trump's ongoing immigration enforcement...

Madrid collapse at Benfica, denied Champions League top 8 spot

Real Madrid suffered a shocking Champions League exit at the hands of their former coach, Jose Mourinho, as his Benfica side advanced thanks to a last-gasp...

To dare is to do: Why I love this Champions League season

In football and life, daring still matters, especially when the odds are stacked against you

Next-gen air force: Turkish aviation industry redefines standards

Türkiye's next-gen air force takes shape with Kızılelma, Hürjet and Anka-III, setting new global benchmarks

Desire for self-expression: From engraved rings to digital bios

From ancient rings to today’s digital bios, we seek reminders that who we are is not forgotten

Selective morality: West's invisible map of double standards

Global politics led by the West thrives on hypocrisy, where international law bends to strategic interests and resources

Financial leakage: Cost of EU’s reliance on US payment network

Europe loses billions through U.S.-controlled payments, with France alone losing 54 billion euros

Sudan’s el-Fasher left in ruins, deserted after RSF capture, MSF says

El-Fasher, the capital of Sudan’s North Darfur region, has been mostly destroyed and depopulated since Rapid Support Forces fighters seized the city...

Fitch upgrades outlooks for 9 Turkish banks to 'positive'

Fitch Ratings on Wednesday revised the outlooks of nine Turkish banks to “positive” from “stable,” reflecting improving confidence in the sector....

EU to designate Iran’s Guards as terrorists after France U-turn

The European Union is expected to move toward adding Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps to its terrorist blacklist after France reversed its earlier...

15 dead in Colombia passenger plane crash near Venezuela border

All passengers and crew on board were killed when an airplane carrying 15 people, including a lawmaker, crashed near Colombia's border with Venezuela...

Türkiye vows to push diplomacy to defuse Iran tensions

Türkiye will continue efforts to ease rising tensions surrounding Iran through diplomacy and dialogue, chief presidential adviser on foreign policy and...

US Fed defies Trump push, keeps interest rates unchanged

The Federal Reserve paused its rate-cut cycle on Wednesday, keeping its benchmark interest rate at roughly 3.6% after three reductions last year, defying...

Iran says ‘fingers on trigger’, signals openness to new nuclear deal

Senior Iranian officials on Wednesday issued stark warnings that any U.S. military strike against the country would be met with a rapid and forceful...

Venezuela’s new leaders seek US ties, Rubio says but brandishes force

Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced hope Wednesday Venezuela’s new leadership was moving toward closer relations with Washington and the United States...

Albanian PM Rama defends Israel, ignores genocide, deaths in Gaza

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama used his Knesset address to absolve Israel of responsibility for Gaza’s devastation, blaming Hamas alone while...

Türkiye to intensify anti-terror fight in 2026, MGK says

Türkiye’s National Security Council (MGK) on Wednesday set out priorities for the year ahead, vowing to intensify counterterrorism operations, support...

Western nations condemn Israel for demolishing UN site

Britain and several allies, including France and Canada, on Wednesday condemned Israel for demolishing the U.N. refugee agency's (UNRWA) compound in...

Trump threatens strikes as Iran vows tough response in nuclear row

President Donald Trump said Wednesday Iran must quickly negotiate over its nuclear program or risk U.S. military action, prompting Tehran to warn it would...

Germany's Merz says Iranian regime facing 'final days'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Wednesday that Iran’s leadership faces mounting pressure as U.S. President Donald Trump renewed threats of...

Authorities raid Deutsche Bank offices in money laundering probe

Deutsche Bank's headquarters in Frankfurt and its office in Berlin were searched by German prosecutors and police on Wednesday in an investigation...

Hamas ready to hand over Gaza governance to Palestinian committee

Hamas said Wednesday it is prepared to hand over Gaza’s administration to a Palestinian technocratic committee, while demanding that the Rafah border...

Türkiye remains key strategic trading partner for Libya, official says

Türkiye remains a “strategic trading partner” and “one of Libya’s most important exporters,” the head of the Libyan Prime Minister’s...

Putin hails al-Sharaa for strides in restoring Syria's integrity

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday praised Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa for what he described as growing momentum in efforts to restore...

82 jailed after raids against FETÖ across 46 Turkish provinces

Turkish authorities detained 151 suspects during coordinated operations targeting the Gülenist Terror Group (FETÖ) across 46 provinces, Interior Minister...

Türkiye's Sabancı Holding receives $1.1B offer for Akçansa stake

Shares in Türkiye-based cement and concrete maker Akçansa of Sabancı Holding rose around 10% on Wednesday after its parent company announced that it...

Türkiye captures irregular migrants in inland, coastal operations

Turkish security forces captured a total of 50 irregular migrants during inspections in the provinces of Edirne, Kırklareli, Erzincan and Izmir,...

Montenegro faces fuel shortage threat amid truck drivers protests

Montenegro could face fuel shortages amid regional protests of truck drivers, which also led to a ⁠blockade of the Adriatic port of Bar, as they complain...

Falling birth rates push Türkiye into demographic 'turning point'

Türkiye's 'demographic window of opportunity' could shut well before its original 2035 estimate, as the country records one of the sharpest declines...

Türkiye enters demographic 'turning point' amid tumbling birth rates

Türkiye could see its demographic 'window of opportunity' close well before 2035 as the country records one of the sharpest declines in fertility rates...

Türkiye urges US to pursue step-by-step approach in talks with Iran

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday urged the United States to address its disagreements with Iran step by step rather than through a comprehensive...

Amazon to cut about 16,000 jobs in latest round of layoffs

Amazon said Wednesday it would be cutting approximately 16,000 jobs, marking the latest round of mass layoffs for the tech giant and the industry. Beth...

Türkiye becomes Europe's 4th largest electric car market in 2025

Türkiye has become Europe's fourth-largest market for fully electric vehicles, with around 190,000 battery-powered cars sold in 2025, according to a...

From screen to sound: Music shapes Türkiye’s hottest new stories

ATV’s eagerly awaited new series, 'Aynı Yağmurun Altında' (“Under the Same Rain'), produced by Baba Yapım, is counting down the days until it meets...

Aleppo visit highlights Türkiye’s role in Syria postwar reconstruction

The symbolic visit of the AK Party officials to Aleppo underscores Ankara’s support for Syria’s reconstruction and efforts to strengthen cross-border...

Denmark PM urges US, Europe unity amid Arctic security fears

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on ⁠Wednesday the United States and Europe ​must stick together ‍as they share concerns over...

Amy Winehouse’s iconic ballet shoes preserved by Turkish collector

Ballet shoes stained with blood that once belonged to British singer Amy Winehouse are now part of the collection of Ankara-based collector Özgür Çift,...

Mert Günok believes Türkiye ready to end their long World Cup wait

Türkiye goalkeeper Mert Günok says belief, continuity and collective strength have put the national team on the brink of ending a 24-year absence from...

Dollar recovers, for now, after blow from Trump's talk

The U.S. dollar regained some ground on Wednesday after a sharp selloff, with President Donald Trump brushing aside its recent weakness, while robust...

Why euro's rise to $1.20 is big deal?

The euro on Tuesday notched a new milestone against the U.S. dollar, signaling the single currency's renewed momentum as weakening sentiment drags on...

BlackRock fund steers to Turkish stocks with 10% exposure: Report

Turkish stocks are said to be among the biggest holdings in a top-performing fund of U.S. investment giant BlackRock, according to a report on Wednesday,...

ASML posts bumper profits, but to slash around 1,700 jobs

Dutch tech giant ASML, which sells cutting-edge machines used to make semiconductor chips, logged a significant gain in annual net profit on Wednesday, but...

Beşiktaş cash in as Tammy Abraham returns to Aston Villa for $25M

Beşiktaş have completed the permanent transfer of striker Tammy Abraham to Aston Villa for 21 million euros ($25.2 million), the Turkish club announced...

Ilhan Omar sprayed with unknown liquid during public meeting

As the White House worked to 'de-escalate' tensions in Minneapolis Tuesday, a man sprayed Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar with a syringe of unknown...

'Are we tennis players or a zoo?': Swiatek leads privacy debate

World No. 2 Iga Swiatek added her voice to a growing call for greater off-court privacy at the Australian Open after cameras captured Coco Gauff in a raw...

Syriac Orthodox patriarch calls on world to help rebuild Syria

Patriarch Mor Ignatius Aphrem II, the Syriac Orthodox patriarch of Antioch and All the East, on Tuesday called on the international community to take an...

Deadly cold grips US as outages linger, more snow looms

Three Texas siblings who perished in an icy pond were among several dozen deaths in U.S. states gripped by frigid cold as crews scrambled Tuesday to repair...

Malaysia's football board resigns amid FIFA forgery investigation

The Football Association of Malaysia said Wednesday that its executive committee for the 2025-29 term has resigned with immediate effect, as the Asian...

India says Nipah outbreak contained as Asia tightens screenings

Indian authorities said they had contained a Nipah virus outbreak after confirming two cases in the eastern state of West Bengal, as several Asian...

Ankara to host key talks, expand ties during Uzbek president's visit

The 4th Türkiye-Uzbekistan High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council talks in Ankara will focus on expanding trade, investment and education opportunities...

Red Bull rethink testing plans after Hadjar crash in wet Barcelona

Red Bull were forced to rethink their preseason testing program at Barcelona’s Circuit de Catalunya after new signing Isack Hadjar crashed in wet...

Akgül’s grassroots drive fuels bold reset of Turkish wrestling

Turkish Wrestling Federation President Taha Akgül says Turkish wrestling is entering a new era built on youth development, long-term planning and a...

Djokovic on ropes before Musetti injury flips Aussie Open quarters

Novak Djokovic received an unexpected lifeline at the Australian Open when quarterfinal opponent Lorenzo Musetti retired injured despite holding a...

Toprak Razgatlıoğlu’s MotoGP leap begins with Pramac Yamaha

Toprak Razgatlıoğlu’s long-anticipated jump to MotoGP moves from theory to reality this week as the three-time World Superbike champion lines up for...

Ex-South Korean first lady gets 20 months for 'corruption'

The wife of South Korea’s ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to 20 months in prison for corruption Wednesday, as her husband awaits a verdict...

Cultural guide to St. Moritz: Polo, art and winter glamour

From thundering hooves on snow to world-class art in the Alps, St. Moritz turns winter into an unforgettable spectacle

2025 marks significant weather extremes across Türkiye’s regions

The General Directorate of Meteorology, under the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, released its annual report on 2025’s extreme...

Puma's slide: Slow decline of German iconic sports brand

One of Germany's most iconic footwear brands, Puma has its roots in the very same house as its rival Adidas – owing to two ​brothers, Rudolf and...

Year into Trump 2.0, Western 'pivot to China' gains pace

When U.S. President Donald Trump took office a year ago with an 'America First' agenda, many expected China's economy to struggle. Instead, Beijing...

UPS to cut up to 30,000 more jobs this year

United Parcel Service (UPS) said on Tuesday it was planning to cut up to 30,000 operational jobs this year, after major reductions last year, as the...

New galaxy map provides clues to universe’s dark matter mystery

A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand a mysterious invisible substance that helps hold the universe together. The...

Global plastics could double health threats by 2040: Study

Adverse health impacts linked to greenhouse gases, air pollutants and toxic chemicals emitted from the global plastics system could more than double by...

International students choose Türkiye for quality, culture

The Federation of International Student Associations (UDEF) and the Science Culture Education Foundation (ILKE) have unveiled a detailed report titled...

MIT dismantles Iranian-linked spy network, 6 arrested

Turkish intelligence and security forces have dismantled a suspected Iranian espionage network operating inside Türkiye, arresting six people in...

Fenerbahçe chase Europa League momentum, seeding against FCSB

Fenerbahçe arrive in Bucharest with their Europa League future secure, but far from settled. Thursday’s visit to FCSB at National Arena closes the...

Japan’s last pandas return home to China after decades

Japan's last pair of pandas have returned to China, leaving Japan without the lovable bears for the first time in half a century. The bears are...

Istanbul Publishing Fellowship to host 335 publishers from globe

The Istanbul Publishing Fellowship brings together hundreds of publishing professionals from around the world to Istanbul, reinforcing Türkiye’s role as...

From salep to Turkish coffee: Winter drinks that bring us together

In winter, sharing a warm drink makes cold nights feel cozy, bringing comfort, conversation and the quiet joy of familiar traditions

Why Türkiye’s talks with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia matter

Türkiye eyes flexible defense ties with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan amid changing alliances in the Middle East

Manufacturing a monarch: Who backs Reza Pahlavi and why?

Pahlavi is promoted mainly by pro-Israel figures and far-right Westerners despite divided opinion among Iranians

Ankara’s role as a game changer in global affairs

Türkiye’s rising power reshapes regional politics through leadership, diplomacy and strength

WEF 2026 showed us AI will rule the future

At Davos, 200-plus tech delegates, AI panels and firms showed tech’s grip on global power

Erdoğan stresses Syria cease-fire, Gaza relief in call with Trump

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told U.S. President Donald Trump that Türkiye wants to expand cooperation with Washington, stressing the need for full...

Iran warns neighbors as Pezeshkian accuses US of fueling instability

An Iranian commander warned Tuesday that neighboring states would be treated as hostile if their territory is used for attacks on Iran, as President Masoud...

Spain to grant legal status to immigrants without permission

Spain said Tuesday it will grant legal status to potentially hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants who live and work in the country, marking a...

Trump hails call with Syria’s al-Sharaa, notes progress on Ukraine talks

U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he had a “great conversation” with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, signaling confidence in U.S.-brokered...

Türkiye vows deeper anti-terror cooperation with Nigeria

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Tuesday that Türkiye will expand cooperation with Nigeria in counterterrorism, military training and intelligence, as...

Hamas seeks integration of security staff into future Gaza administration

Palestinian resistance group Hamas wants around 10,000 of its security personnel integrated into a future governing authority for Gaza, a Hamas official...

Armenia, Azerbaijan agree on LNG and bitumen transit

Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan said Tuesday that Armenia and Azerbaijan have reached an agreement allowing liquefied natural gas and bitumen to...

'Türkiye's fight against terrorist groups, not ethnicities in Syria'

Presidential Communications Director Burhanettin Duran on Tuesday strongly dismissed allegations that Türkiye is “targeting Kurds” in Syria, calling...

Russia pulls troops from airport in northeast Syria

Russia pulled its troops and equipment on Tuesday from an airport in northeast Syria, with reports saying the site was stripped of Russian flags and...

Top Turkish tourism body files lawsuit seeking ban on Airbnb, Expedia

Türkiye's top tourism organization said on Tuesday it had filed a lawsuit seeking an access ban on 10 foreign travel and booking platforms, including...

Friends ‘took advantage’ after Amy Winehouse’s death, court told

Two friends of late British singer Amy Winehouse, who sold items belonging to the star worth around 730,000 pounds ($970,000), 'took advantage' of her...

Syria will ‘rise’ as era of terrorism ends: President Erdoğan

Türkiye’s backing will help drive Syria’s reconstruction, and protect Kurdish rights as well as regional stability, Erdoğan stressed, while urging...

Turkish officials eye boost in cooperation with Aleppo visit

Ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) Deputy Chair Kürşad Zorlu and a Turkish delegation visited Aleppo Governor Azzam al-Gharib on Tuesday to...

‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ lead BAFTA nods

'One Battle After Another' and 'Sinners' led the shortlist on Tuesday of films competing at Britain's BAFTA awards next month, ahead of the Oscars in...

Türkiye advances COP31 process with climate champion role

Türkiye is set to host the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31), one of the world’s most significant global climate summits held under the United...

Alcaraz powers past de Minaur as Grand Slam dream stays alive

Carlos Alcaraz moved one step closer to completing tennis’ rarest feat Tuesday, overpowering home favourite Alex de Minaur 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 to reach the...

Massive trial begins for alleged CHP-linked organized crime network

The trial of an alleged organized crime network accused of orchestrating massive bribery schemes involving municipalities started on Tuesday with 200...

Türkiye, France seek momentum in EU ties, regional crises

Ankara and Paris are working to revive Türkiye-EU ties, bolster NATO’s role in European security, and coordinate efforts to sustain the Gaza cease-fire...

EVs outsell petrol cars in EU for 1st time in December

Sales of fully electric vehicles outpaced those of petrol cars in the European Union for ‌the first time in December, marking a new milestone for the...

Türkiye's top homegrown air platforms gear up for duty

One of Türkiye's leading defense companies, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), is coming out with new developments in the design, mass production...

Libya says Türkiye could play 'key role' in offshore energy development

Türkiye could play a 'key role' in offshore energy development in Libya, Oil and Gas Minister Khalifa Abdulsadek said on Tuesday, citing Ankara’s...

White goods sales in Türkiye declined 3% in 2025: Association

Türkiye's white goods sector saw sales, exports and production decline in 2025 as rising costs weighed on competitiveness, the head of the...

Türkiye-Greece high-level talks set for February amid Aegean tensions

Greece and Türkiye are preparing to convene their High-Level Cooperation Council in mid-February, with the meeting expected to coincide with talks between...

Fatal teen stabbings expose deepening youth violence in Türkiye

Experts say children are increasingly affected both as victims and perpetrators, warning that group dynamics, social environments and digital exposure...

CBRT's total reserves likely rose over $10B last week to new record

The total reserves of the Turkish central bank are estimated to have increased by more than $10 billion last week to reach a new all-time high, according...

'Very deep poverty' in Britain hits record high, new report finds

Poverty in Britain has worsened, a report released on Tuesday showed, with an estimated 6.8 million people now living in “very deep poverty,” the...

S. Korea scrambles as Trump vows tariff hike over trade deal delay

South Korea sought to reassure the U.S. on Tuesday of its commitment to a trade deal after President Donald Trump warned of higher tariffs on autos and...

Israeli strikes kill 3 people in Gaza City despite ceasefire

Sources said the attack killed a 17-year-old boy near the al-Sanafour intersection in eastern Gaza City

Brazil pushes bid to stage 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

Brazil has formally notified FIFA of its interest in hosting the 2029 Club World Cup, ESPN Brazil reported. The bid was conveyed during meetings in Rio...

7 Malaysian players cleared to play as CAS suspends FIFA bans

Seven foreign-born players on Malaysia’s national football team have been cleared to continue playing after the Court of Arbitration for Sport...

Senegal PM slams AFCON final scenes as CAF weighs sanctions

The scenes that marred the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) final between Morocco and Senegal were “deplorable” and “painful,” Senegalese Prime...

Scientific project protects Türkiye’s endangered killifish species

An endemic killifish species native to Türkiye and classified as critically endangered has been placed under protection as part of a joint conservation...

Türkiye, Nigeria seek to deepen strategic partnership as Tinubu visits

Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to pay an official visit to Türkiye, a trip expected to further strengthen political, economic and defense...

Victoria Beckham escapes family drama for Paris cultural honor

Victoria Beckham escaped the bitterness of a family feud with a trip to Paris on Monday to receive an award from the Culture Ministry for her contribution...

Oldest wooden tools found in Greece offer glimpse of ancient life

Two artifacts found on a lake shore in Greece are the oldest wooden tools to be uncovered so far and date back 430,000 years. One is a spindly stick...

Doncic drops 46, LeBron leads as Lakers hold off Bulls 129-118

Luka Doncic erupted for 46 points and 12 assists, and LeBron James added 24 as the Los Angeles Lakers pulled away for a 129-118 victory over the Chicago...

Online gambling puts children at risk of addiction: Expert

Digitalization has made gambling more accessible than ever, fueling a surge in addiction, according to Ali Erdoğan, head of the department of Mental...

'Yoda' the red squirrel in Türkiye gradually reintroduced to wild

Separated from his mother at birth, a rescued red squirrel named 'Yoda' is learning to survive in the wild through a unique rehabilitation...

Türkiye’s young stars put nation on Europe’s chess map

Türkiye is fast emerging as one of Europe’s most influential chess nations, with the depth of its youth talent and the scale of its tournaments placing...

ICC judges say Duterte fit to stand trial over drug war

Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) ruled on Monday that former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is fit to stand trial, after postponing...

China's Anta Sports buys $1.8B stake to become top Puma shareholder

China's biggest sportswear brand Anta Sports Products announced on Tuesday it would buy a controlling stake in Puma for 1.5 billion euros ($1.8...

Japan PM says alliance with US hinges on Taiwan stance

Japanese Prime Minister ⁠Sanae Takaichi said her country's strategic alliance with the U.S. would collapse if Tokyo were to turn away from a...

Syrian President al-Sharaa heads to Moscow for talks with Putin

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Wednesday, according to Syrian media reports. Private...

India, EU announce 'mother of all' trade deals

India and the European Union on Tuesday announced they had finalized the 'mother of all deals,' a huge trade pact to create a market of two billion people,...

Russian strikes kill couple in Donetsk, injure dozens elsewhere

Russian forces killed two people and wounded nearly two dozen others - including two children and a pregnant woman - in separate attacks, Ukrainian...

Sabalenka, Zverev into Australian Open semis amid extreme heat

Aryna Sabalenka powered past 18-year-old Iva Jovic 6-3, 6-0 on Tuesday to reach the Australian Open semifinals, as extreme heat on Day 10 forced most...

Melbourne hits hottest day in 17 years as heatwave sparks bushfires

A severe heatwave sweeping across southeastern Australia fueled bushfires, forced hundreds of residents in rural towns to evacuate and shattered...

ICE role at Milano Cortina 2026 sparks political backlash in Italy

With just weeks to go before the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, security planning around the Games has drawn unusual political heat, as U.S....

Syrian media says 1 dead in YPG shelling despite Hassakeh cease-fire

One person was killed and several others were wounded in shelling by the YPG terrorist group in Syria’s northeastern Hassakeh province on Monday, Syrian...

South Korea says North Korea fired projectile off east coast

North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the sea on Tuesday, South Korea's military said. The projectile was fired off North Korea’s...

Galatasaray chase top-16 breakthrough against wounded Man City

Galatasaray walk into the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday carrying more than qualification hopes, they carry a chance to redefine their European season. The...

Is key to Arctic Greenland or Russian nuclear icebreakers?

In the Arctic, power is shaped by ice, technology and endurance, and Russia is ahead

Is sustainable tourism a utopia? Here is an example that works

Sustainable tourism offers a better alternative to five-star hotels by protecting nature and supporting local communities

G-2 in transition: Why Taiwan will mark the end of US unipolarity

China's rise and the U.S. decline signal changing global power, with Taiwan as the pivotal test

Balkan truck drivers obstruct border crossing to protest EU rules

Truck drivers from non-EU Balkan countries blocked cargo crossings across the region on Monday to protest newly enforced EU entry rules they say are...

Fidan, Hamas delegation discuss progress on 2nd phase of Gaza cease-fire

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met in Ankara with a Hamas delegation led by Political Bureau member Khalil al-Khayya to discuss progress on the second phase...

Return of final hostage’s remains proves cease-fire commitment: Hamas

Hamas said Monday that Israel’s recovery of the last hostage’s remains from Gaza demonstrates its commitment to the U.S.-brokered cease-fire, as Israel...

US aircraft carrier reaches Middle East amid high tensions with Iran

The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier and three accompanying warships have arrived in the Middle East, a move that renews the possibility that President...

NATO chief rejects notion Europe can defend itself without US

NATO chief Mark Rutte warned Monday that Europe cannot defend itself without the United States, pushing back against renewed calls for the continent to...

EU says WhatsApp to face stricter rules to tackle harmful content

WhatsApp is set to face increased scrutiny in the European Union after the European Commission on Monday added the messaging service to its list of major...

FM Fidan to host French counterpart for talks on ties, regional issues

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will urge closer strategic cooperation with France and highlight Türkiye’s priorities on Gaza, Ukraine, counterterrorism,...

UAE says won’t allow use of its territory for attacks on Iran

The United Arab Emirates said on Monday it will not allow its airspace, land or territorial waters to be used for any hostile military action against Iran,...

Saudi FM links improved UAE ties to full Yemen pullout

Saudi Arabia hopes to build “strong, positive” relations with the United Arab Emirates, the kingdom’s foreign minister said Monday, while making...

Multiple Dutch soldiers under probe over far-right views

The Netherlands’ military intelligence service has opened multiple investigations into Defense Ministry employees over suspected far-right extremist...

Akkuyu plant to integrate Türkiye into global nuclear industry

Akkuyu nuclear plant will be a 'game changer' for Türkiye and will integrate it into the global nuclear energy industry, according to the head of the...

After Nestle, Danone, another firm recalls batches of baby formula

French food and beverage maker Vitagermine was the latest to recall ​specific batches ‍of baby formula as a precautionary measure, it announced on...

Türkiye, Spain share stance on Gaza, widen relations, Kurtulmuş says

Turkish Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş met with Francina Armengol Socias, the speaker of Spain’s Congress of Deputies, in Ankara on Monday,...

Türkiye plans tougher measures on youth crime

The Turkish government has launched a sweeping effort to curb the growing involvement of children in organized crime and violent offenses, after a series...

European industry without Türkiye 'unthinkable,' top business body says

One of Türkiye's leading business bodies said on Monday that a European industry without Türkiye would be 'unthinkable,' as the EU weighs a 'Made in...

702-page indictment submitted over Antalya corruption probe

Prosecutors in Türkiye have filed an indictment against 41 suspects, including suspended Antalya Metropolitan Mayor Muhittin Böcek, as part of a...

30-year-old mother of 2 beats cancer 3 times in Türkiye

A mother of two living in the Gebze district of Kocaeli, northwestern Türkiye, Melek Akkaya, 30, has battled lymphoma cancer three times between 2020 and...

F1 teams test all-new 2026 cars in private amid reliability fears

Formula One slips quietly into a new era this week, rolling out its radically redesigned cars far from the spotlight. Ten new machines will turn laps...

EU probes X over Grok's sexual AI deepfakes

European Union regulators said on Monday that a formal investigation has been launched into Elon Musk's social media platform X in relation to its...

Inflation easing confidence grows in Türkiye, households remain wary

Confidence that inflation will continue to ease in Türkiye strengthened among financial circles and the real sector in January, while household...

Türkiye steps up global role with mediation, climate push, aid efforts

Blending diplomacy, humanitarian action and culture, Türkiye is positioning itself as a key global actor amid rising conflicts and uncertainty

Syria reviews military options amid YPG attacks in north

The Syrian army said Sunday it was reviewing its operational options after what it described as 'repeated violations' by the U.S.-backed YPG terrorists,...

Upside-down smile sparks craze for ‘crying horse’ toy in China

At Yiwu International Trade City, China’s largest wholesale market, customers ⁠crowd into a small shop searching for an unlikely bestseller ahead of...

Private jet crashes at Maine Airport amid winter storm disruptions

A private jet carrying eight people crashed shortly after takeoff Sunday night at Bangor International Airport in Maine, the Federal Aviation...

Monster winter storm kills 10 across US, grounds flights

A massive winter storm sweeping across large parts of the United States has killed at least 10 people, grounding flights, knocking out power and prompting...

Robbie Williams breaks Beatles’ record for chart-topping albums

Pop superstar Robbie Williams has surpassed the Beatles as the artist with the most No. 1 albums in the history of the British charts, sales trackers said...

China asserts Canada trade deal not aimed at 'third parties'

China said on Monday that a preliminary trade deal reached with Canada 'does not target any third parties' after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to...

Türkiye curling sets sights on world’s elite as 2026 beckons

The Turkish Curling Federation is preparing for its busiest and most ambitious chapter yet, with national teams set to compete in the world’s top leagues...

Türkiye increases its footprint in naval drone exports

The booming Turkish defense industry is taking its success to the sea as it boosts its export performance in the field of unmanned surface vessels (USVs),...

Paris men’s fashion week celebrates sharp looks, lasting style

Paris men’s Fashion Week ended Sunday with two messages that kept coming up on runways: dress sharply and build clothes to last. Japanese powerhouse...

Syrian army uncovers vast tunnel network dug by YPG in Tabqa

Syrian army forces uncovered a vast network of underground tunnels dug by the YPG terrorist group beneath civilian areas in the town of Tabqa, near the...

Türkiye's Konya opens Velespit Museum showcasing bicycle history

Konya Metropolitan Municipality in central Türkiye has opened the Velespit Museum, offering visitors of all ages an immersive journey through the history...

Erzurum hosts wildlife feeding, snow rafting in eastern Türkiye

An event organized in cooperation with the Erzurum Governor’s Office and an off-road nature sports club brought together participants to support wildlife...

Sci-fi thriller ‘Mercy’ leads box office, ousting ‘Avatar’

Sci-fi thriller 'Mercy' starring Chris Pratt debuted atop the North American box office with $11 million in ticket sales, ending the five-week reign of...

17 dead, dozens missing after landslide buries village in Indonesia

The death toll from a massive landslide in Indonesia rose to 17 on Monday as rescuers deployed heavy machinery to search for dozens still missing, days...

6 years on, Kobe Bryant's legacy still looms larger than game

Six years have passed since the helicopter crash that stunned the sports world, but the loss of Kobe Bryant still feels unfinished, a silence that refuses...

We are that 'nihilist penguin': Quiet aesthetics of leaving herd

The penguin turning away from the sea and toward Antarctica’s unknown mountains is a silent, radical embodiment of the 'I would prefer not to'...

Turkish Historical Society opens free access to 50,000 digital books

The Turkish Historical Society (TTK) has announced that nearly 50,000 electronic books will be made available free of charge through its library portal as...

Carbon monoxide poisoning claims 3 lives in Istanbul apartment

Three people lost their lives and one person was critically injured in a suspected carbon monoxide poisoning incident that occurred on Monday in Bağcılar...

Türkiye's low-cost airline AJet becomes IATA member

Türkiye's low-cost airline AJet, a subsidiary of flag carrier Turkish Airlines, became a member of the International Air Transport Association...

Sudan army chief says peace impossible without RSF’s defeat

Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan said Sunday that the country will not know peace until the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are...

Israel signals Rafah reopening amid search for last Gaza hostage

Israel said Monday it would allow a limited reopening of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt, contingent on the recovery of the remains of the...

Türkiye showcases regional weaving heritage at Council of Europe

Türkiye’s rich tradition of regional weaving will be showcased in Europe as the 'Türkiye Weaving Atlas - Memory of Fabric” exhibition opens at the...

EU officials join India's pomp parade ahead of major trade deal

Top European Union officials joined India's grandiose Republic Day parade as the guests of honor on Monday, a day before New Delhi and Brussels are...

2nd ICE killing in Minneapolis drives scrutiny of Trump crackdown

The fatal shooting of a second U.S. citizen by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis has escalated into a national political flashpoint, drawing rare...

LVMH investors said to be seeking clarity on Arnault's succession

Some shareholders of luxury giant LVMH are reportedly seeking clarity on how and to whom Bernard Arnault plans to hand over leadership of the French group...

PSG host Newcastle with Champions League last-16 place at stake

The reigning champions, Paris Saint-Germain host Newcastle United at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday with more than pride at stake, as both clubs chase a...

Sinner powers past Darderi, keeps Australian Open 3-peat bid alive

Two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner cruised into the Australian Open quarterfinals Monday, brushing aside fellow Italian Luciano Darderi in straight...

Gold seen running further after topping $5,000 for 1st time

With spot gold prices clearing another milestone by hitting a record high above $5,000 per ounce on Monday, analysts expect the run could extend further...

Trump opts out of ‘ridiculous’ Super Bowl, cites travel distance

President Donald Trump will not attend Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, citing the length of the cross-country trip...

Yamal’s bicycle volley lifts Barcelona back to top of La Liga

Lamine Yamal lit up the night with a spectacular acrobatic finish as Barcelona brushed aside last-place Oviedo 3-0 on Sunday to reclaim the top spot in La...

Trump's BoP: Project to revive Gaza or build a new world order

Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ aims to reshape Gaza and global diplomacy, but its structure raises serious concerns

Do something or stay silent: Clicktivism fails causes it claims to serve

Clicktivism may amplify voices, but it often fails to turn awareness into meaningful action

Why did the use of 'In the old days...' increase?

Nostalgia for 'the old days' often hides a deeper longing for meaning in life and security, not just the past itself

Nothing more than vassals or slaves: Time for Europe to wake up

Europe must face the reality that, in its relationship with U.S., it is unlikely to be anything more than a vassal

Turkish Cypriot PM says Türkiye’s support help them overcoming odds

Türkiye is a “motherland” for Turkish Cypriots and Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) Prime Minister Ünal Üstel highlighted this as he spoke...

Turkish ship carrying 1,400 tons of aid for Gaza reaches Egypt

The 20th “Goodness Ship” prepared by the Turkish Red Crescent (Kızılay), arrived in Egypt’s al-Arish port on Sunday, two days after it left...

Bahçeli clings to ‘rug’ of peace, democracy for terror-free Türkiye

MHP Chair Devlet Bahçeli, architect of the process to disarm the PKK, says terror-free Türkiye, symbolized in a rug gifted to him by the group’s jailed...

Syria opens humanitarian corridors after push on US-backed terrorists

The Syrian army opened two humanitarian corridors between Raqqa and Hassakeh and rural Aleppo, for delivery of humanitarian aid and safe passage for...

Türkiye's exports to Spain topped $10B for 1st time in 2025

Türkiye's annual exports to Spain exceeded $10 billion for the first time last year, rising by over 10% compared to a year earlier amid a positive...

Snowfall turns Hasankeyf into winter scene in southeastern Türkiye

Türkiye hosts Hamas delegation for talks on cease-fire deal

Ibrahim Kalın, head of the National Intelligence Organization (MIT), who was part of cease-fire talks for Gaza in Egypt, hosted a delegation from the...

COP31 expected to diversify Antalya's tourism, extend season

The high-level U.N. climate talks, set to be held in Türkiye's southern Antalya province later this year, are expected to diversify its tourism and...

2026 set to be 'energy year' in Türkiye-Libya co-op: Minister

This year will be 'the energy year' in Türkiye-Libya cooperation, and the trade volume will reach much higher levels, a top official said on Sunday,...

Trade, defense ties under spotlight as Nigerian FM visits Türkiye

Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar will be in Türkiye on Monday for talks with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. During the meetings as part of...

Syria cease-fire extended amid Daesh prisoner transfers

The US-backed YPG terrorist group now has 15 more days for a cease-fire deal with Damascus, as the Syrian Defense Ministry announces, while the transfer of...

Russian oil exports to China surge as India, Türkiye curb buying

China was set to ramp up imports of Russian oil in January, absorbing barrels that would have gone to India and Türkiye, as tougher Western sanctions...

Sexual violence used as weapon of war in Sudan, minister says

Women are the main victims of abuse in Sudan's war, facing 'the world's worst' sexual violence and other crimes committed with impunity, a...

Egypt calls for Gaza pullout, Rafah reopening in US talks

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called Sunday for Israel’s withdrawal from the Gaza Strip and reopening the Rafah border crossing under last...

Protests call for ICE exit after fatal Minneapolis shooting

Democrats demand federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after a Border Patrol agent fatally shoots a man in Minneapolis, sparking protests, clashes...

India's solar panel push: Rapid results today, uncertain tomorrow

The race for green energy is fully on in parts of Asia. India, driven by soaring electricity demand and a push to reduce reliance on China, is rapidly...

Seawater pulls back along Istanbul coast in Silivri, Avcılar

The sea receded by approximately 200 meters (655 feet) in the Silivri district of Istanbul and by around 15 meters in the Avcılar district, exposing...

2 travelers walking from UK reach N Türkiye on way to Vietnam

Two friends who set out on a journey to walk from the U.K. to Vietnam have reached the Alaçam district of Samsun, in northern Türkiye. Sophie Tang, 27,...

Türkiye’s first face transplant patient marks 14 years since surgery

Fourteen years after undergoing Türkiye’s first full face transplant, Uğur Acar came together once again with the physicians who carried out the...

Why small acts of kindness matter more at work than ever

Stories of empathy at work show how small acts of kindness help employees navigate grief, pressure and division while strengthening workplace culture

Fed likely to keep rates steady as policymakers guard independence

The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) is widely expected to keep interest rates on hold when it meets this week, standing firm despite President Donald...

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if it makes China deal

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would ⁠slap a 100% tariff on Canada if Ottawa follows through on a trade deal with China and warned...

Libya inks over $20B energy deal with TotalEnergies, ConocoPhillips

Libyan authorities said Saturday they signed an oil agreement worth more than $20 billion with sector majors, TotalEnergies and ConocoPhillips, looking to...

Painted birds take flight on Hong Kong’s Lantau Island

An art project on Lantau Island paints native and migratory birds onto abandoned homes, drawing visitors while reflecting on migration, memory and...

Gaethje outlasts Pimblett to win interim UFC lightweight title

Justin Gaethje survived a five-round war with a relentless Paddy Pimblett to claim the interim UFC lightweight championship by unanimous decision ⁠in a...

American climber scales Taipei 101 without rope or harness

An American climber took on Taiwan's tallest building on Sunday, becoming the first person to scale Taipei 101 without a rope, harness or safety net....

Comedy wave rolls on at Sundance with Wilde, Portman films

The comedy streak at the Sundance Film Festival continued Saturday with the world premieres of the art world satire 'The Gallerist,” with Natalie...

Alcaraz storms on as Sabalenka sets teen showdown

Carlos Alcaraz surges into the Australian Open quarter-finals with a dominant win as world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka lines up a clash with fast-rising teenager...

Gauff drops set again but advances in Melbourne

Coco Gauff dropped a set for the second match in a row before clawing her way into a third consecutive Australian Open quarter-final on Sunday as she...

Emotions ease as Doncic leads Lakers past Mavericks

Luka Doncic walked toward the wrong locker room at halftime before a quick U-turn by the Lakers star in his second trip to Dallas since the shocking trade...

Award honors Hatay artisan preserving endangered silkworm

Emel Duman, a 59-year-old master of sericulture and weaving from Türkiye’s Hatay province who learned the craft from her grandmother, aims to help...

Tokyo bids farewell to last giant pandas at Ueno Zoo

Panda fans flocked to the Ueno Zoo in Tokyo on ⁠Sunday to say goodbye to its star attractions - two giant pandas, who ​will be sent back to ‍China at...

France-Algeria: From colonial rule to immigrant labor exploitation

France's colonial past lingers in labor injustice, racial bias and unacknowledged suffering

Russia says open to resuming Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul

Russia remains open to further dialogue with Ukraine in Istanbul after Abu Dhabi talks, the Russian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday, the RIA state news...

Erdoğan lauds ‘stronger’ regional fight against Daesh

The fight against Daesh is growing stronger and more determined than before, with the roots of all terrorism in the region being eradicated, President...

Iran protest deaths top 5,100 as US warships head to Mideast

The death toll from Iran’s nationwide protests has surpassed 5,100, according to a U.S.-based Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRANA) on Saturday. The...

‘One in a Million’: Syrian refugee’s decadelong journey stuns Sundance

As millions fled Syria’s civil war in 2015, filmmakers Itab Azzam and Jack MacInnes traveled to Türkiye, where they met an 11-year-old Syrian girl whose...

US officials in Israel to discuss future of Gaza, Iran tensions

U.S. officials arrived in Israel on Saturday for high-level talks focused on Gaza and rising regional tensions involving Iran, as Washington steps up...

Iraq calls for shared responsibility for handling Daesh detainees

Iraq’s foreign minister said Saturday that the country cannot be left to manage the security and financial costs of detaining Daesh members on its own,...

Dutch airline KLM avoids Middle East due to US-Iran tensions

Dutch airline KLM has halted all flight to Middle East indefinitely and will not fly through the airspace of several countries in the region, including...

Air France halts Dubai flights, Dutch KLM avoids Middle East due to tensions

Two European airlines on Friday suspended flights to Middle Eastern destinations, with Air France pausing its Dubai route citing the geopolitical climate....

‘Heartbroken’ Naomi Osaka withdraws from Australian Open injured

A visibly disappointed Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Australian Open before her third-round match on Friday, saying she was “heartbroken” to end a...

Russian strikes hit Kyiv as US-brokered peace talks resume in Abu Dhabi

Negotiations from Russia and Ukraine came together for a second day of U.S.-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi on Saturday after an overnight wave of Russian...

Ukraine accuses Putin of ‘cynically’ attacking during peace talks in UAE

Ukraine’s foreign minister said Saturday that Russian President Vladimir Putin “cynically” ordered large-scale missile and drone attacks as...

Fitch upgrades Türkiye outlook to positive, keeps BB- rating

Fitch Ratings on Friday raised Türkiye’s outlook to positive from stable while maintaining its long-term foreign-currency credit rating at BB-. The...

Magnitude 5.1 quake shakes Türkiye's Balıkesir province

A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Balıkesir’s Sındırgı district early Saturday, with tremors felt in Istanbul and several surrounding provinces,...

Trump faces backlash after downplaying NATO’s role in Afghanistan

U.S. President Donald Trump came under fire after claiming that NATO allies stayed “off the front lines” during the war in Afghanistan, with U.K....

Trump's Europe: Rise of far-right in Portuguese elections

Portugal’s 2026 runoff tests whether democracy can resist the normalization of Trumpism

The West’s record of genocide

The West’s human-rights rhetoric masks a long continuity of violence and silence toward Muslims and Jews

Geopolitical shifts and Syria’s stabilization

Regional power politics are shifting toward strong nation-states, leaving non-state actors like the PKK/YPG increasingly isolated and obsolete

UN regains access to Syria camp holding Daesh relatives, resumes aid

The UN refugee agency said Friday it has reentered a northeastern Syria camp holding thousands of suspected Daesh relatives and restarted aid deliveries....

Syria cease-fire may be extended: FM Fidan

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the cease-fire between the Syrian army and the YPG/PKK-linked Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) expires on Saturday and an...

Türkiye vows deeper regional cooperation at 2nd Balkan Peace Platform

Türkiye pledged to intensify regional cooperation in the Balkans after hosting the second meeting of the Balkan Peace Platform in Istanbul on Friday,...

Kosovo, Serbia launch overdue search for war missing

Serbia and Kosovo’s joint commission on missing persons convened in Brussels for the first time, over two years after it was announced, the EU said...

Renowned Shafi'i scholar Habib Omar al-Jilani dies at age 90

Habib Omar al-Jilani, one of Mecca’s most respected Hadith scholars, a leading Shafi‘i jurist and a revered spiritual guide known across the Islamic...

Palestinians must be part of Gaza reconstruction plans: Germany

Germany said Friday that Palestinians should be involved in shaping U.S. proposals to rebuild Gaza after the war. 'Yesterday, we took note of the plans...

Erdoğan urges stronger Balkan solidarity amid global challenges

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Thursday that the world and the region are facing mounting challenges, stressing that strengthened solidarity and...

UNICEF delivers children’s art supplies to Gaza for 1st time in 2 years

The United Nations' children's agency UNICEF said Friday it was able to send notebooks, crayons and other recreational materials into Gaza for...

Turkish investors expand into Europe’s beauty, cosmetic sector

Turkish investors are expanding into Europe’s growing, tightly regulated beauty and cosmetic sector as demand rises and cross-border economic ties deepen

At Davos, economic leaders say growth resilient despite Trump disruption

Leading global economic policymakers at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos urged countries and businesses to filter out the turmoil from a week of...

CHP mayor sentenced to 6 years in jail for links to PKK terror group

A Turkish court on Friday sentenced Ahmet Özer, the former mayor of Istanbul’s Esenyurt district, to six years and three months in prison after...

Türkiye's exports to Syria jump nearly 70% in 1st post-Assad year

Türkiye's exports to Syria surged by nearly 70% in the first year following the ouster of longtime dictator Bashar Assad, according to official data....

Türkiye expands buyer credit program to boost exporters

Türkiye's export credit agency is expanding the scope of its buyer credit program, adding foreign trade instruments and discounting products while...

IoT expansion forcing rethink of cybersecurity architecture

From industrial systems to smart cities, the rapidly expanding Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem is forcing a fundamental rethink of cybersecurity...

TikTok finalizes deal to form new US entity

TikTok announced on Thursday it had finalized a deal to create a majority American-owned entity, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the United States...

Türkiye becomes world’s 2nd-largest olive oil producer

Türkiye leads global export growth in the 2024-2025 season, recording a 132% surge in olive oil exports and positioning itself as a key driver of...

Palestinians search garbage for heat amid Gaza devastation

With fuel scarce after months of war, desperate Palestinians in Gaza are digging through garbage dumps to burn plastic for warmth as winter deepens despite...

2 hotels, 2 rising chefs, 1 delicious Istanbul journey

Istanbul’s luxury hotel scene is getting a fresh, flavorful twist, led by two rising young chefs redefining gourmet at Fairmont Quasar and Four Seasons...

Denmark, NATO agree on stronger Arctic defense amid Greenland row

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on Friday she had ⁠agreed with NATO chief Mark Rutte that the alliance needs to boost security in...

Türkiye seeks Balkan unity with strategic peace platform

Türkiye hosted Balkan foreign ministers in Istanbul as part of the Balkan Peace Platform adressing regional security, migration, EU cooperation and...

Iran denies Trump claim on halted executions of protesters

The Iranian judiciary has rejected statements by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting that Tehran halted the execution of 800 demonstrators under the...

Cappadocia draws crowds as Göreme Museum sees visitor surge

The Göreme Open-Air Museum in Nevşehir, one of Türkiye’s most visited museums, welcomed 1,187,016 domestic and international visitors last year....

Slow but steady life returns to Aleppo streets rid of YPG terrorism

In neighborhoods long defined by conflict, fear and material shortages, a sense of normalcy slowly returns as Syrian families rebuild daily routines and...

Türkiye welcomes Syria’s gains in quelling PKK/YPG terrorists

Just a few months after the PKK terrorists agreed to lay down their weapons, the collapse of its Syrian offshoot, YPG, is a major win for both Turkish and...

Rome’s nasoni: Small fountains with big role in city

Rome is known for its history, churches, statues and many more. Yet one of the city’s symbols often goes unnoticed: the small street fountains known as...

IEA chief hails Türkiye's dual-track energy diversification strategy

Türkiye has significantly strengthened its energy diversification strategy by broadening both the types of energy it uses and the countries it imports...

Germany investigates violence at pro-YPG rallies

German authorities have opened an investigation after two people were injured in a violent incident during a pro-YPG demonstration, amid a series of...

Major North European investors reassess US exposure as risk mounts

Major Northern European investors are growing more cautious about exposure to U.S. assets amid rising geopolitical tensions, according to pension fund...

Olympic silver medalist Kosgei confirms switch from Kenya to Türkiye

Kenya’s former marathon world record holder Brigid Kosgei said Thursday that she and four other Kenyan athletes will represent Türkiye at the 2028 Los...

Turkish FM: Gaza peace board ‘historic chance’ for lasting peace

Türkiye’s foreign minister said the newly formed Gaza “Board of Peace” represents a historic opening to ease humanitarian suffering and lay the...

Casemiro set for Old Trafford exit as United decline extension

Manchester United confirmed Thursday that midfielder Casemiro will depart at the end of the season when his contract expires. The 33-year-old has a...

Converting to Ottoman world: False messiah Sabbatai Zevi

Sabbatai Zevi was the 17th-century false messiah whose life blurred the lines between Judaism and Islam as he converted to Islam for survival

Sabalenka dreams of staying in power as tennis’ next ‘grandma’

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka says she draws inspiration from the staying power of Novak Djokovic and other veterans on the men’s tour and dreams of one...

Embiid, Maxey power 76ers past Rockets in overtime classic

Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey delivered when it mattered most, lifting the Philadelphia 76ers to a gripping 128-122 overtime victory over the Houston...

Noa Lang lands in Istanbul to complete Galatasaray loan move

Galatasaray have moved decisively to sharpen their attack, completing an agreement with Napoli to sign Dutch winger Noa Lang on a loan deal as the...

TIKA, UNICEF sign co-op protocol in Cameroon to aid children

The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) signed a cooperation protocol on Thursday aimed at...

Harry Styles kicks off global 'Together, Together' tour in May

Former One Direction star Harry Styles has announced his first tour in three years – titled 'Together, Together' – which will see him play at...

Istanbul records nearly 145,000 weddings in 2025

The number of weddings held in Istanbul continues to rise, with the city hosting nearly 145,000 ceremonies in 2025, according to the Istanbul Meeting and...

Japan PM Takaichi dissolves lower house, calls Feb. 8 election

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolved the lower house of Parliament on Friday, paving the way for a Feb. 8 snap election. The move is an...

Sönmez’s Australian Open fairytale ends against ‘villainous’ Putintseva

Zeynep Sönmez’s historic Australian Open run came to an emotional end Friday night, but not before the Turkish qualifier pushed the spotlight firmly...

Vietnam re-elects To Lam as Communist Party chief

Vietnam’s To Lam was re-elected Friday as the general secretary of its ruling Communist Party. The decision came at the conclusion of the National...

‘Better and better’: Alcaraz hits stride at Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz struck an ominous note at the Australian Open on Friday, warning that he is getting “better and better” after cruising into the last 16...

December rainfall in Türkiye falls below seasonal average

Rainfall across Türkiye in December declined significantly, remaining well below both seasonal norms and last year’s levels, according to official...

South Korea’s FM highlights Türkiye’s growing strategic role

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun praised Türkiye for playing an increasingly strategic role on the global stage, underlining the strengthening ties...

Your next stop isn’t gate, it’s 'Things' by Beyazıt Öztürk

At Istanbul Airport, Beyazıt Öztürk’s 'Things' invites travelers to slow down, notice what’s been lost and find beauty in the forgotten

Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ sets Oscar record with 16 nominations

Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic 'Sinners” led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the...

Saran faces 3 years in prison as he denies illegal betting charges

Fenerbahçe Sports Club President and businessman Sadettin Saran appeared before a judge Thursday in an illegal betting advertising case that could carry a...

AFCON paradox in plain sight: Why Africa rallied against Morocco

When Senegal beat host nation Morocco to win the Africa Cup of Nations final, the reaction across much of the continent was immediate and unmistakable....

Lebanon’s Greek Cypriot alignment: Energy dreams, strategic costs

Energy deals with Greek Cypriots may promise relief to Lebanon, but risk tying the country's fate to the Israel-led bloc in the Eastern Mediterranean

Unraveling of the YPG myth

Damascus' move from talks to action exposed the YPG’s fading power and collapsing leverage

SOCAR in big picture: SEFE breaking away from GAZPROM

SEFE’s transformation and long-term agreements with SOCAR reflect Germany’s restructuring of its natural gas supply system

Venezuela advances major oil reform allowing private investment

Venezuelan lawmakers on Thursday offered preliminary approval to proposals that would loosen state control and open the vast oil industry to private...

US mulls full troop pullout from Syria as YPG/SDF collapses: Report

The U.S. is considering pulling all of its forces from Syria following the collapse of the YPG/SDF and President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s push to retake control...

Trump sues JPMorgan, CEO Dimon for $5B over alleged 'debanking'

U.S. President Donald Trump filed a $5 billion ⁠lawsuit against banking giant JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon on Thursday, accusing the lender of...

YPG/SDF supporters attack police, vandalize shops in France

Supporters of the terrorist PKK-YPG-linked Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) clashed with French police in Marseille on Thursday, vandalizing property during...

Thousands of Rohingya displaced after camp fire at Cox's Bazar camp

A huge fire swept through a Rohingya refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar this week, burning hundreds of shelters and leaving more than 2,000 people displaced,...

Zelenskyy blasts European allies in fiery Davos address

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sharply criticized Europe on Thursday in some of ‌his toughest remarks yet, criticizing some of Kyiv's top...

Disagreements between US, EU only benefit Russia: Top EU diplomat

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warned Thursday that divisions between the United States and Europe “only benefit Russia,” urging leaders to...

Erdoğan says citizens to feel decrease in cost of living more

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan used his speech on Thursday to stress the Turkish government's inflation-fighting effort and tried to assure...

Trump denounces NYT poll, calls for criminalizing 'fake' polling

U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his attacks on the media Thursday, saying he will sue The New York Times over an unfavorable opinion poll and...

Algeria OKs legislation criminalizing French colonization

Algeria’s parliament on Thursday approved legislation that criminalizes French colonization, but lawmakers stopped short of endorsing provisions seeking...

French navy intercepts Russia-linked oil tanker in Mediterranean

French naval forces intercepted a Russia-linked oil tanker in the Mediterranean Sea on Thursday, as part of a mission targeting sanctioned Russian shadow...

Tensions rise as Minnesota school says children detained by ICE

U.S. Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to arrive in Minneapolis on Thursday to back federal immigration officers, whose forceful actions have sparked...

'SDF fighters posed as Syrian troops during prison release'

Daesh terrorist detainees who were briefly released from a prison in Syria’s Hassakeh province said the men who freed them identified themselves as...

Erdoğan tells Iran’s Pezeshkian Türkiye values Iran’s stability

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in a phone call that Türkiye places great importance on Iran’s peace and...

Trump tells Putin ‘war has to end’ after ‘good’ talks with Zelenskyy

U.S. President Donald Trump said his message to Russian leader Vladimir Putin was that the war in Ukraine “has to end,” after what he described as...

Israel bans Bilal Erdoğan, other pro-Palestinian figures

A group of prominent figures, including Bilal Erdoğan, faces a ban on traveling to Israel as they campaigned for an end to the Netanyahu...

Preliminary report adds to probe into deadly Ankara crash of Libyan jet

Türkiye released the initial findings into the jet crash that killed Libya’s chief of general staff, indicating the aircraft reported an electrical...

Türkiye vows continued counterterrorism support to Syria

The Turkish Defense Ministry on Thursday said Syria went through a critical stage for stability with the integration of the terrorist group YPG and pledged...

Turkish central bank reserves rise above $200B for first time

The Turkish central bank's total reserves exceeded the $200 billion threshold for the first time in the week ending Jan. 16, according to official...

House sales to foreigners in Türkiye at lowest in 9 years in 2025

House sales to foreigners in Türkiye were at their lowest level in nine years in 2025, with the share of foreign buyers in total sales dropping to a mere...

Ubisoft shares slump as it unveils restructuring, cancels games

Ubisoft, the French ​video gaming giant known for its 'Assassin's Creed' ‍series, on Wednesday announced a sweeping reorganization and said it...

Ultimate strength training guide for women over 50

When Sarah Baldassaro turned 50, she took stock of her health and began working with a fitness coach on strength training, a type of exercise that's...

Turkish diver aims to break 36-hour underwater endurance record

Diving instructor and guide Mazlum Kibar is preparing for a groundbreaking world record attempt to remain underwater for 36 hours, targeting a milestone...

Gaza’s Rafah crossing with Egypt to reopen next week, official says

The Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt, the territory’s main gateway to the outside world, is set to reopen next week after months of near-total...

Turkish central bank cuts key interest rate to 37%, less than expected

The Turkish central bank lowered its key interest rate by 100 basis points to 37% in its first policy meeting this year on Thursday, continuing an easing...

Bezos’ Blue Origin challenges Musk’s Starlink with TeraWave

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has stepped up competition with Elon Musk's satellite internet system Starlink. Bezos' space company Blue Origin on...

World trade realigns as Trump wields tariffs as leverage

Trump's tariff threats push U.S. trading partners to diversify away from the U.S.

China signals openness to closer economic ties with UK

China is willing to work with ⁠the U.K. on the basis of mutual respect to promote economic ties ​and a favourable ‍business environment, the Chinese...

Türkiye signs Trump’s 'Board of Peace' charter

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan joined representatives of countries signing the 'Board of Peace' charter unveiled by U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday...

Trump launches Board of Peace which ‘everybody wants to join’

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday formally launched his ambitious “Board of Peace” at the World Economic Forum, unveiling a new international...

Millions brace as massive winter storm threatens US south, north

A sprawling winter storm is set to hammer the United States this weekend, threatening tens of millions of Americans with icy roads, heavy snow, and...

Syrian teens say they were forcibly recruited, abused by YPG terrorists

Two Syrian teenagers who were forcibly recruited by the YPG terrorist group described harsh conditions and practices inside the group’s camps, saying...

Court suspends protest protections as ICE surge grips Minneapolis

A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday lifted a lower-court order that had barred federal officers from arresting or using tear gas against peaceful protesters...

Domestic tourism expenditures in Türkiye up nearly 35% in Q3 2025

Domestic tourists' trip expenditures within Türkiye surged nearly 35% on an annual basis in the third quarter of last year, official data showed on...

Ejected undercarriage part may hold answers in Spain rail disaster

A heavy piece of metal recovered near the scene of Spain’s deadliest rail disaster in years may be the missing undercarriage component investigators...

US star Taylor Swift to be inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Taylor Swift, 36, will become the second-youngest songwriter ever inducted into the ⁠Songwriters Hall of Fame, joining the ranks of Stevie Wonder, who...

Brooklyn Beckham accuses parents of choosing branding over family

A Beckham family falling-out has spilled further into public view in a series of social media posts from Brooklyn Beckham alleging that his parents David...

Yeşilay helps man overcome online gambling addiction in Türkiye

A 29-year-old occupational safety specialist from Adana, southern Türkiye, identified as S.V., has successfully overcome his addiction to online gambling...

Fenerbahçe defend Istanbul fortress against Baskonia in EuroLeague

Fenerbahçe Beko will look to turn home dominance into further EuroLeague momentum when it hosts Spain’s Baskonia on Thursday night in Istanbul. The...

Türkiye-Uzbekistan axis: Logic of 4+4 mechanism

Türkiye and Uzbekistan’s 4+4 framework unites foreign, defense, interior and intelligence ministries with a 2026–27 action plan

Cem Yılmaz, Tarkan surprise fans with duet at Istanbul concert

Two of Türkiye’s biggest stars delivered a performance that will be talked about for years, electrifying Volkswagen Arena in Istanbul with a night of...

Japan's TEPCO suspends restart of world's largest nuclear plant

The restart of the world's largest nuclear power plant in Japan was suspended on Thursday, only a day after reopening, with the operator saying it...

Nearly half of Sudan’s schoolchildren miss class for 500 days

Almost three years of war in Sudan have left more than eight million children out of education for nearly 500 days, the NGO Save the Children said...

Osimhen plays recruiter as Galatasaray target Lookman, Onyedika

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen said he is doing his part off the pitch as well as on it, revealing that he has been speaking directly with Nigerian...

In Istanbul, fire broke out every 19 minutes last year

Fires in Istanbul remained a major urban safety concern in 2025, with the Istanbul Fire Department responding to a total of 27,820 fire incidents...

Mete Gazoz leads Türkiye's archery charge into home European summit

Türkiye’s national archery teams are sharpening their focus on a familiar target: finishing atop the medal table at the European Championships they will...

Mandarin becomes Istanbul’s most consumed fruit in 2025

Mandarins emerged as the most consumed fruit in Istanbul in 2025, while tomatoes remained the city’s most preferred vegetable, according to figures...

Gaza deaths mount as Israeli strikes hit buffer zones during truce

Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire pounded multiple parts of the Gaza Strip early Thursday, killing civilians, including children and journalists, and...

Madrid’s financial muscle holds firm at top of Deloitte rankings

Real Madrid retained their grip on the summit of football’s rich list, while Liverpool pulled clear of their domestic rivals for the first time,...

Barça dig deep in Prague as Lopez shines, Lewandowski makes history

Barcelona shook off subzero temperatures, an early shock and a costly own goal to rally past Slavia Prague 4-2 on Wednesday, a gritty Champions League...

Record surge in daily temperature swings across globe: Study

Extreme day-to-day temperature swings have intensified markedly in recent decades, particularly in low- and mid-latitude regions where most of the...

Turkish consumer confidence ticks up in January

Consumer confidence in Türkiye edged up in January, with the index rising 0.3% from the previous month to 83.7 points, according to official data released...

Enduring voice of Turkish stage falls silent: Haldun Dormen

A pioneer of Turkish theater and a mentor to countless actors, Haldun Dormen devoted his life to the art of performance and the magic of the stage

Trump unveils ‘Board of Peace’ amid skepticism from allies at Davos

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to unveil his new “Board of Peace” and meet with Ukraine’s leader at the World Economic Forum in Davos on...

Türkiye rounds up 478 irregular migrants in nationwide sweep

Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on Thursday that 478 irregular migrants and 19 migrant smugglers were captured in nationwide inspections....

US to exit from WHO despite legal hurdles, global health crisis

The United States is set to formally withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday, despite warnings the move will harm both domestic and...

Türkiye to sign deal with Chevron in February: Energy Minister

Following a recent deal with ExxonMobil covering new exploration areas in the Black Sea and Mediterranean, as well as other potential international areas,...

Europe recalibrates as Trump sidelines longtime US alliances

Barely a month into his presidency, Joe Biden had a message for Europe. 'America is back,” Biden told the Munich Security Conference in 2021. 'The...

Finland warns of rising risk of drones drifting from Ukraine war

The risk of drones drifting into Finland as a result of the war in Ukraine is rising, the head of the Nordic country's military intelligence service...

Indie films take center stage at Sundance’s final Utah edition

The first Sundance Film Festival since the death of founder Robert Redford begins in Park City Thursday – the final time it will be held in the mountains...

Djokovic marches on at Australian Open with 400-win mark looming

Novak Djokovic moved into the third round of the Australian Open on Thursday with little fuss, beating Italian qualifier Francesco Maestrelli in straight...

Syrian families search for missing relatives at former YPG-run prison

Syrian families gathered around Al-Aktan Prison, searching for information about missing relatives, a day after Syrian army forces took control of the...

Syria's strategic moves, change of US policy defeated YPG

The U.S.-backed terrorist group YPG lost control in Syria after a lightning offensive by the Syrian army. The rapid takeover of YPG-occupied areas took...

Syria's stragetic moves, change of US policy defeated YPG

The U.S.-backed terrorist group YPG lost control in Syria after a lightning offensive by the Syrian army. The rapid takeover of YPG-occupied areas took...

11, including children, journalists killed in Israeli attack in Gaza

At least 11 Palestinians, including two 13-year-old boys, three journalists and a woman, were killed by Israeli forces in Gaza on Wednesday, hospital...

Putin says studying peace board invite as Trump claims he agreed to join

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Moscow is still reviewing a proposal to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace...

Architecture as silent diplomacy: Memory, restoration, shared heritage

Italian buildings in Türkiye reveal a shared history where architecture becomes a living form of diplomacy

A citizen killed, Minneapolis occupied: Death of urban trust

Renee Nicole Good’s killing by ICE in Minneapolis shows how federal force breaks neighborhoods, turning streets into fear

Europe's ouroboros: Playing the script it once wrote for others

Europe’s compliance with U.S. aggression has come full circle, like an ouroboros, now consuming itself

Trump says Greenland deal reached, cancels tariff threats

U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said a framework agreement on Greenland met his objectives and will remain in place forever and that he would...

DNA confirms body found off Istanbul is missing Russian swimmer

Authorities have confirmed that a body discovered off the coast of Beşiktaş belongs to Russian swimmer Nikolai Andreevich Svechnikov, who went missing...

EU lawmakers suspend work on US trade deal in protest over Greenland

The European Parliament has suspended its work on implementing a planned EU-U.S. customs agreement following U.S. threats of new tariffs linked to the...

US military begins moving Daesh detainees from Syria to Iraq

The United States on Wednesday said it launched an operation that could ultimately transfer up to 7,000 detainees affiliated with the Daesh terrorist group...

Handprints in Indonesia confirmed as oldest cave art to date

Handprints found on cave walls in a remote region of Indonesia may represent the oldest known rock art, dating back at least 67,800 years. The...

Iran reports 3,117 killed in protests as FM warns against US attack

Iranian state television on Thursday announced an official death toll of 3,117 from recent nationwide protests, as the country’s foreign minister issued...

Türkiye, Greece review progress on Positive Agenda in 9th round of talks

Türkiye and Greece held the 9th round of the Türkiye–Greece Positive Agenda Joint Action Plan discussions on Wednesday in Athens, led by Deputy...

ECB chief walks out of US speech at Davos critical of Europe

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde left a World Economic Forum dinner on Tuesday as U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick delivered remarks...

Macron’s aviator shades delight internet as leaders bicker over Greenland

French President Emmanuel Macron’s choice of mirrored aviator sunglasses set social media abuzz on Tuesday, with fans and critics alike likening his look...

Germany, Norway, Sweden decline Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’

Germany and Norway have both decided against joining U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace,” citing concerns that the initiative...

Erdoğan, Lula discuss Gaza crisis, vow closer Türkiye–Brazil coop.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with Brazilian President Lula da Silva, focusing on Türkiye-Brazil relations as well as regional and...

Türkiye, regional powers join Trump’s proposed Board of Peace

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan and Qatar have accepted an invitation to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed Board of...

YPG drone strike kills 7 Syrian soldiers in Hassakeh despite cease-fire

Seven Syrian soldiers were killed and 20 others injured when a YPG drone struck an ammunition site in northeastern Hassakeh, the Syrian Defense Ministry...

SDF drone strike kills 7 Syrian soldiers in Hassakeh despite cease-fire

Seven Syrian soldiers were killed and 20 others injured when a YPG/SDF drone struck an ammunition site in northeastern Hassakeh, the Defense Ministry said...

Canadian PM Carney warns global order in ‘rupture’

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney warned at the World Economic Forum in Davos that the international rules-based order has entered a period of...

Trump says won't use 'force' but wants 'immediate' Greenland talks

President Donald Trump reiterated his controversial intention to 'get Greenland, including right, title and ownership,' but stressed he wouldn't...

Trump says won't use 'force' but wants 'immediate' talks on Greenland

President Donald Trump said he intends to 'get Greenland, including right, title and ownership,' but said he wouldn't employ 'force,' using his Davos...

At Davos, Trump says Europe heading in wrong direction

Europe is headed in the wrong direction, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday during a speech in Davos, overshadowed by fraying transatlantic ties...

Türkiye's Togg plans to produce over 60,000 EVs in 2026

Türkiye's homegrown electric vehicle manufacturer Togg aims to produce at least 60,000 vehicles this year, a senior executive said on Tuesday. Togg...

Türkiye pushes shared responsibility to curb social media harm

Türkiye’s communications chief warned Wednesday that digital platforms must be governed through public responsibility and stronger oversight, as online...

Attack on flag unites Türkiye, prompts arrests

Messages of condemnation poured in on Wednesday after supporters of the PKK terrorist group brought down a flag on the Turkish-Syrian border on Tuesday....

Musk vs. Ryanair: O'Leary downplays takeover threat

Elon Musk can't buy Ryanair, but any investment would do better than his returns from X, the airline's outspoken CEO, Michael O'Leary,...

Japan restarts world's largest nuclear plant 1st time after Fukushima

The world’s largest nuclear power plant in north-central Japan restarted one of its reactors for the first time since the 2011 Fukushima disaster, as...

Syria-YPG deal comes into force amid killings, advances

Damascus framed the four-day deadline for the YPG as part of a broader effort to achieve a 'united and indivisible Syria' through dialogue

Authorities raid Temu's office in Türkiye

The office of online retailer Temu in Türkiye was raided early on Wednesday, the country's competition board and a spokesperson for the Chinese...

Temu office in Türkiye reportedly raided by authorities

The office of the Chinese online retailer Temu has been raided by competition authorities, a report said on Wednesday. The raid took place early on...

A cautionary example: When a civilization mummifies its heritage

In Cairo, ancient grandeur casts a long shadow over the city’s modern artistic expression

Türkiye edges closer to getting 1st Eurofighter after Doha talks

Ankara is moving closer to receiving its first Eurofighter Typhoon jets after senior defense officials from Türkiye, Qatar and the United Kingdom held...

Türkiye edges closer to getting first Eurofighter after Doha talks

Ankara is moving closer to receiving its first Eurofighter Typhoon jets after senior defense officials from Türkiye, Qatar and the United Kingdom held...

Colorful rickshaws remain daily staple in Bangladesh

Sudan army considers US-Saudi truce as war nears 1,000 days

Sudan’s military leadership is considering a fresh United States-Saudi proposal aimed at securing a humanitarian truce and a broader cease-fire, a rare...

Dakar erupts as AFCON Champions Senegal return to hero's welcome

Senegal woke up Tuesday to a capital draped in green, yellow and red, as the Teranga Lions returned home to a thunderous heroes’ welcome after edging...

UK, China expected to revive 'golden era' business dialogue

U.K. and China aim to revive a 'golden era' business dialogue when British Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes a planned Beijing visit next week, Reuters...

Where coffee tells its story: Türkiye's museum of tradition

The Coffee House Museum, opened in January 2024 in the Seyhan district of Adana, southern Türkiye, has welcomed nearly 50,000 visitors in its first two...

Turkish UAVs to be produced in Qatar under new deal

Turkish drones could soon be locally produced in Qatar as STM, one of Türkiye's leading domestic defense companies, signed a memorandum of...

Türkiye achieves one-third of 2035 solar and wind capacity target

Türkiye has reached almost one-third of its planned solar and wind power capacity target for 2035, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan...

Türkiye achieves one-third of 2035 solar, wind capacity target

Türkiye has reached almost one-third of its planned solar and wind power capacity target for 2035, Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan...

Europe's leaders try to show unity in Davos as CEOs warn on emotions

European leaders, unsettled by Donald Trump's latest global gambit, are seeking to showcase unity in Davos, while CEOs caution against reacting...

Erdoğan warns of ‘critical days,’ vows region free of YPG terror

President Erdoğan on Wednesday hailed the Syrian army's victory over the terrorist group YPG, paving the way for the dissolution of the group, while...

YPG cannot survive, Erdoğan says, after key Syria deal

Commenting on a new deal between US-backed terrorist group YPG and Damascus, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said the group cannot sustain its existence in...

Spain rail safety questioned after 2nd deadly train crash in days

A commuter train near Barcelona slammed into debris from a collapsed retaining wall Tuesday, killing one person and injuring dozens in Spain’s second...

Everything you need to know about 2026 Grammy Awards

The 68th annual Grammy Awards will take place on Feb. 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This year marks a return to normalcy after the 2025 award show...

Iran threatens full-force retaliation amid US military buildup

Iran’s foreign minister on Wednesday delivered his bluntest warning yet to the United States, vowing a sweeping military response if Tehran comes under...

Şengün, Sheppard fuel late surge as Rockets rally past Spurs

Down big, rattled early by a bizarre delay and trailing deep into the night, the Houston Rockets saved their best basketball for last and rode Alperen...

13 detained in corruption probe in Istanbul’s CHP-run district

Twelve people, including the brother of a former mayor, were detained on Wednesday in an investigation into corruption in Istanbul’s Bayrampaşa district...

Neither Mullah nor Trump: Iran's sovereignty uprising

Iran’s protests reflect a struggling regime, trapped between domestic despair and external pressures

Hypothermia kills Gaza infant as Trump unveils cease-fire vision

A Palestinian infant died from hypothermia in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, underscoring the worsening humanitarian crisis as world leaders gathered at a...

UNHRC schedules emergency talks on ongoing Iran protests

The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will hold an urgent special session this week on 'the deteriorating human rights situation in the Islamic...

Man who killed Japan’s Abe sentenced to life in prison

A Japanese court sentenced a man who admitted assassinating former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to life imprisonment on Wednesday. The case has...

From Naples to world: How pizza became global icon

Once a food of the people, pizza has grown into one of the world’s most celebrated meals, rooted in Italian tradition and embraced worldwide

Trump due in Davos for weighty talks over Greenland

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to arrive in Davos for a showdown with European leaders on Wednesday as his bid to seize Greenland threatens to rip...

Protests swell, subpoenas fly amid Trump's immigration policies

Thousands of protesters filled streets and campuses across the United States on Tuesday, marking the first anniversary of President Donald Trump’s second...

Europa League equation sharpens as Fenerbahçe welcome Aston Villa

Fenerbahçe welcome Aston Villa to Istanbul on Thursday night knowing a statement win could thrust them into serious contention for automatic qualification...

2026 'transitional year' for global LNG market amid growing output

Global liquefied natural gas (LNG) output is set to surge this year, easing constraints seen after the start of the war in Ukraine in 2022 and lowering...

Curtain falls on Valentino, icon of 20th-century fashion

Valentino Garavani’s death cast a long shadow over the opening day of Paris Fashion Week menswear Tuesday, with front-row guests and industry figures...

Aston Villa press ahead for Abraham while Beşiktaş hit Lukaku wall

Negotiations between Beşiktaş and Aston Villa over Tammy Abraham are accelerating, with the January window ticking down and momentum building toward a...

Türkiye launches new action plan for Roma citizens

As Türkiye continues reforms aimed at integrating ethnic, religious and minority communities, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has approved a new long-term...

UK annual inflation rises more than expected to 3.4% in December

Consumer prices in the U.K. rose more than expected in December, official data showed on Wednesday, suggesting that the Bank of England (BoE) could hold...

Sönmez becomes 1st Turkish player into Australian Open 3rd round

Zeynep Sönmez has written a new chapter in Turkish tennis history, reaching the third round of the Australian Open with a composed straight-sets victory...

Hobbit houses could rescue shrinking Moldovan village

They call Rogojeni the 'hobbit village' and its little half-buried houses, built to resist Moldova's cold winters and hot summers, do look like...

Türkiye marks anniversary of Kartalkaya hotel fire that killed 78

A memorial ceremony was held Tuesday night at the Grand Kartal Hotel in the Kartalkaya Ski Resort in Türkiye's Bolu province on the first anniversary...

Erdoğan tells Trump Syria’s unity important for Türkiye

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call with US President Donald Trump early Wednesday. Two leaders discussed bilateral ties and regional and...

Israel’s expanding military calculus in Horn of Africa

Israel’s Somaliland recognition signals a risky bid to project power into the volatile security arena of Horn of Africa

Why the YPG experiment in Syria ultimately failed

The YPG's collapse and the Syrian state's reassertion of control and integration of Kurds into the nation show that external dependency fails

Why the YPG experiment in Syria ultimately failed

The YPG's collapse and the Syrian state's reassertion of control and integration of Kurds into the nation show that external dependency fails

Enlargement is EU’s best defense against Trump’s expansionism

Europe must use enlargement as a security policy, or ambiguity will keep weakening its power

Oil and beyond: Chinese, Russian economic engagement in Venezuela

Maduro’s seizure exposes how oil, not democracy, drives power politics and the fragility of relying on allies

‘You’ll find out’, Trump says on how far he’s willing to go for Greenland

The United States and NATO will strike an agreement on Greenland’s future that meets the interests of both sides, ‍U.S. President Donald Trump said...

Trump says he has ‘important call’ due with Erdoğan

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he has a “very important call” due with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, adding that he liked the Turkish...

Syrian army seizes Süleyman Shah compound area from YPG/SDF terrorists

The Syrian army captured the Karakozak area, where the Süleyman Shah Tomb compound is located, from the terrorist PKK/YPG-dominated Syrian Democratic...

Syrian army seizes Süleyman Shah compound area from YPG terrorists

The Syrian army captured the Karakozak area, where the Süleyman Shah Tomb compound is located, from the terrorist PKK/YPG-dominated SDF on Tuesday...

FM Fidan discusses Syria, Gaza peace board with US counterpart

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke Monday about recent developments in Syria and Washington’s proposed Board of...

Urgent solutions needed after storms destroy 4,000 shelters in Gaza

The United Nations warned Tuesday that thousands of shelters in the Gaza Strip require immediate assistance after recent storms severely damaged...

Syria recaptured all Daesh prisoners freed by YPG/SDF with US. coop

U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Syrian authorities have recaptured all Daesh prisoners who escaped after being released by the YPG/SDF,...

Syria, US co-op recaptures all Daesh prisoners freed by YPG

U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Syrian authorities have recaptured all Daesh prisoners who escaped after being released by the YPG terrorist...

Mayor says 600,000 fled Kyiv after Russian strikes on energy sites

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said Tuesday that about 600,000 residents have fled the Ukrainian capital in recent weeks after Russian attacks crippled power,...

Turkish Parliament OKs extension for naval mission in Gulf of Aden

Türkiye’s Parliament on Tuesday approved a presidential mandate extending the deployment of Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) naval elements in the Gulf of...

Anti-Daesh mission with SDF in Syria has ‘largely expired,’ US says

The purpose of the U.S.-led anti-Daesh partnership with the YPG/PKK-dominated Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has “largely expired,” and the Syrian...

Anti-Daesh mission with YPG in Syria has ‘largely expired’: US

The purpose of the U.S.-led anti-Daesh partnership with the YPG/PKK-dominated SDF has “largely expired,” and the Syrian government is now both willing...

Syria reaches 'understanding' with YPG over Hassakeh

The Syrian presidency announced an understanding with the terrorist YPG/PKK-dominated SDF regarding Hassakeh province on Tuesday. In a statement carried...

Syria reaches 'understanding' with SDF over Hassakeh

The Syrian presidency announced an understanding with the terrorist YPG/PKK-dominated Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) regarding the Hassakeh province on...

Macron: EU should use anti-coercion tool over US tariff threat

French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday that Europe should be ready to use its anti-coercion trade mechanism if the United States moves ahead with...

Baby freezes to death in Gaza as leaders debate Trump’s Board of Peace

A Palestinian baby died from hypothermia in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, highlighting the dire humanitarian conditions in the ravaged territory as world...

Türkiye condemns YPG/PKK cross-border flag attack, vows response

Türkiye’s top officials condemned a cross-border attack on the Turkish flag near the border with Syria, calling the act a deliberate provocation aimed...

Netflix switches to all-cash bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Netflix has shifted to an all-cash bid for Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming businesses, keeping the $82.7 billion price unchanged as it...

Turkish exec calls on EU to lift steel quotas on sustainable producers

Chief executive of Turkish steel-iron producer Tosyalı Holding, Fuat Tosyalı, called on Tuesday for the European Union to lift steel import quotas for...

Greece, Israel boost security cooperation amid regional tensions

Greece and Israel will step up cooperation on countering drone threats and strengthening cybersecurity, Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias announced...

Turkish govt ally calls for YPG to be wiped out east of Euphrates

Devlet Bahçeli, leader of government ally Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), hailed the Syrian army’s success in weeding out the U.S.-backed terrorist...

EU questions Trump's trustworthiness over Greenland tariff threat

The European Union’s top official on Tuesday described U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned new tariffs over Greenland as 'a mistake, especially...

IFC provides $510M financing package to Türkiye's Şişecam

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, said on Tuesday it provided a financing package to Türkiye glass and...

US dietary guidelines urge Americans to eat more protein

Protein just got a big boost from U.S. health officials. The latest federal dietary guidelines tell Americans to 'prioritize protein foods at every...

Warming climate pushes Antarctic penguins to breed earlier

Warming temperatures are forcing Antarctic penguins to breed earlier and that's a big problem for two of the cute tuxedoed species that face...

Surfer hurt in 4th shark attack off Australia in 3 days

A surfer had minor injuries from being bitten by a shark Tuesday in the fourth attack off the coast of Australia's most populous state in three days....

Clashes linger in Syria as YPG terrorists drag feet to implement deal

The Syrian army clashed with the YPG around Hassakeh on Tuesday after a brief calm as the U.S.-backed terrorists sought to stop their advance in the wake...

Turkish man turns gifted ostriches into business plan

A local tradesperson in the Bahçe district of Osmaniye, in southern Türkiye, has turned an unexpected gift into a new agricultural initiative, aiming to...

Sinner advances at Australian Open as Gaston retires in 1st round

Jannik Sinner’s bid for a third consecutive Australian Open title got off to an anticlimactic start Tuesday night when Hugo Gaston retired midway through...

Territorial losses pushed YPG into Syria agreement: Analyst

The YPG accepted a new Syria integration agreement from a weakened position after major territorial losses, an analyst said, calling the deal fragile and...

Gold renews record on persistent geopolitical uncertainty

Gold prices climbed further to surpass $4,700 per ounce on Tuesday, renewing a record set only a day earlier, amid persistent geopolitical and economic...

Türkiye urges implementation of Damascus-YPG deal

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told reporters on Tuesday that Türkiye fully endorsed a deal between Syrian administration and US-backed terrorist...

Erdoğan will soon decide on joining Trump’s Board of Peace

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told reporters on Tuesday that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan would make up his mind soon and would decide whether he...

Türkiye's exports to Italy hit historic high of $12.4B in 2025

Türkiye's exports to Italy, one of its major trading partners, reached a new record of $12.4 billion (TL 536.73 billion) last year, according to a...

'Combat-tested' fighter jets spur interest in Pakistani weapons

Pakistan's defense manufacturing sector has surged into overdrive since its jets, drones and missiles gained the prized 'combat-tested' label in a...

Türkiye detains 641 suspects in large-scale drug operation

Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced that 641 suspects were detained during the “Narkokapan-Izmir” operation carried out across 14 provinces....

Global tourism hit new record with 1.52B int'l arrivals in 2025: UN

Global tourism hit a new record level in 2025 with an estimated 1.52 billion international tourist arrivals recorded worldwide, driven by strong momentum...

Renault sales volume up 3.2% in 2025, led by Clio, Sandero

French automaker Renault Group announced on Tuesday that its sales volumes increased 3.2% in 2025, as strong demand for its passenger vehicles,...

Erdoğan raises profile as global leader resolving crises

President Erdoğan’s leadership propels Türkiye to the global stage as a country generating fair solutions to global problems

Türkiye to press ahead with airport expansion projects in 2026

Türkiye plans to complete major airport capacity expansion and renovation projects across the country in 2026, official documents show, as its aviation...

Turkish central bank likely to pick up from where it left off in 2025

The Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye (CBRT) is expected to continue its easing cycle at its first policy meeting of the year, according to surveys....

Review of the music documentary 'Depeche Mode: M'

This music documentary newly released on Netflix focuses on the stunning Mexico City performances of the band Depeche Mode and their thematic link with...

When snow slows Istanbul down

Snow in Istanbul pauses time, softens memory and lets the city breathe

UN warns Gaza humanitarian efforts stalled despite 100-day truce

Humanitarian operations in the Gaza Strip continue to face major obstacles even as the cease-fire surpasses the 100-day mark, the United Nations said...

For better or worse: Trump 2.0 shakes global order, US

President Donald Trump on Tuesday marks his first year back in the White House after a shock-and-awe policy blitz that has expanded presidential power and...

9 Turkish athletes primed for upcoming Milano-Cortina challenge

Türkiye will head to the 25th Winter Olympic Games in Milano-Cortina with its largest and most diverse delegation yet, fielding nine athletes across...

ICC cites war crimes in Darfur as RSF atrocities persist in Sudan

The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Monday presented evidence of repeated war crimes and crimes against humanity in Sudan’s Darfur region,...

Deadly Spain high-speed train crash shakes nation’s modern rail icon

The deadly train crash in southern Spain has darkened one of the country’s proudest modern achievements. The collision Sunday killed at least 40 people...

FM Fidan, US ambassador Barrack hold talks amid Syria tensions

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack in Ankara on Tuesday, according to diplomatic...

Istanbul air quality displays contrasting changes in 2025

Experts warn that despite remaining below European limits, current pollution levels continue to pose risks to public health and require sustained...

IHH carries out over 4,000 rescue activities in Türkiye in 2025

The Search and Rescue and Disaster Management units of the Humanitarian Relief Foundation (IHH) carried out a total of 4,249 activities domestically and...

Barcelona’s UCL margin for error slim ahead of pivotal Slavia tie

Barcelona face a high-stakes Champions League test away to Slavia Prague on Wednesday, knowing another slip could derail their push for a top-eight finish....

Trump floats 200% tariff on French wines over 'Board of Peace' snub

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs of 200% on French wines and champagnes in an apparent effort to persuade French President Emmanuel...

Floods displace more than 300,000 in Mozambique’s Gaza province

More than 300,000 people have been forced from their homes by severe flooding in Mozambique’s Gaza province, the governor said Monday, after weeks of...

Erdoğan, Shaquille O’Neal share court, signed balls in Istanbul

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met NBA icon Shaquille O’Neal on Tuesday in Istanbul, turning a routine photo opportunity into a striking snapshot of...

Guatemala gang attacks kill 10 police, trigger state of emergency

The death toll from suspected gang attacks on Guatemalan police climbed to 10 Monday as heavily armed security forces flooded the streets and civil...

Could Ryanair become next Twitter?: Elon Musk sets poll

The year 2022 was not that long ago, but Twitter (now X) has undergone significant changes since then. The 'Let that sink in!' caption of Elon Musk...

UN blasts Israel of breaching int'l law after UNRWA site demolition

Israeli bulldozers began demolishing buildings inside the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East’s headquarters...

Turkish property market defies tight policy in record 2025

House sales in Türkiye rose nearly 20% in December to cement a record year for the property market despite a tight monetary policy in place for over...

Turkish house sales hit record in 2025, climb to nearly 1.7M units

House sales in Türkiye surged 14.3% on a yearly basis to nearly 1.7 million units in 2025, marking a record, official data showed on Tuesday, as figures...

Museveni’s son calls for Bobi Wine’s death after Uganda vote row

Uganda’s post-election tensions deepened this week after the country’s army chief publicly threatened opposition leader Bobi Wine, as authorities...

US citizen detained in underwear during Minnesota ICE operation

Federal immigration agents forcibly broke down the door of a Minnesota home and detained a U.S. citizen at gunpoint without presenting a warrant, then...

Syrian army advances to central Hasakeh after YPG deal

The Syrian army reached a roundabout south of Hasakeh early Tuesday after the U.S.-backed terrorist group YPG agreed to a deal with Damascus for a...

Galatasaray chase history as Atleti bring old ghosts to Rams Park

Galatasaray walk into Wednesday night knowing the Champions League rarely grants favors, especially against Atletico Madrid, yet the margins of this...

How will Trump's move over Greenland affect international order?

Trump’s Greenland plans threaten NATO, European security and the rule-based world order

Renovation lawsuit threatens central bank independence

Lawsuit over Fed’s headquarters renovation is not a budget dispute; it is a test of whether political pressure can override the central bank’s...

UN refugee agency sounds alarm over soaring disease risks in Gaza

The U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) warned Monday that disease risks in the Gaza Strip have reached unprecedented levels, with children...

Al-Sharaa, Trump affirm commitment to Syria’s unity, sovereignty

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and U.S. President Donald Trump stressed the need to preserve Syria’s unity and territorial integrity during a phone...

Denmark proposes NATO start surveillance mission in Greenland

Denmark has put forward a proposal for NATO to launch surveillance activities in Greenland, with the island’s backing, Defence Minister Troels Lund...

YPG/SDF responsible for release of Daesh terrorists from prison

Syria’s Interior Ministry said Monday that the YPG/SDF is responsible for the release of Daesh terrorists from a prison in the Shaddadi area of...

'YPG responsible for release of Daesh terrorists from prison'

Syria’s Interior Ministry said Monday that the PKK/YPG-dominated SDF is responsible for the release of Daesh terrorists from a prison in the Shaddadi...

Türkiye rejects claims of aiding release of Daesh detainees in Syria

Türkiye on Monday strongly denied allegations that Daesh terrorists were released by the Syrian army with Ankara’s assistance, calling the claims...

US allies cool on Trump’s ‘peace board’ with $1B permanent member fee

Close allies had a tepid response on Monday to U.S. President Donald Trump’s invite to a permanent seat at his “Board of Peace” in exchange for a $1...

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev says he will step down

Bulgarian President Rumen Radev said Monday he will submit his resignation, the Bulgarian News Agency reported. In a televised address, Radev said it was...

Italian fashion icon Valentino Garavani dies at 93

Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, the globally renowned couturier best known simply as Valentino, has died at 93, his foundation said Monday....

Researchers in Türkiye uncover new clues to Ice Age human life

Turkish researchers are tracing Ice Age-era human presence in south-central Türkiye, walking roughly 25 kilometers each day to examine stream beds and...

French PM Lecornu to bypass vote, trigger Article 49.3 for 2026 budget

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said Monday he will trigger Article 49.3 of the Constitution to push the 2026 budget through Parliament without a...

Rule-based global system 'deeply wounded', lost credibility: Erdoğan

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Monday urged swift implementation of the cease-fire and full integration deal in Syria, cautioning against...