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Protests persist in Turkey despite mass arrests

Protests erupted in Turkey on March 19 following the arrest of Istanbul’s opposition mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, amid a corruption and "terror" investigation. His supporters denounced the arrest as a political maneuver and a "coup." Large crowds have gathered daily, defying protest......

Istanbul mayor jailed ahead of corruption trial amid political tensions

A Turkish court has ordered the imprisonment of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, a key opponent of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, pending his trial on corruption charges. The decision, announced on Sunday, has intensified political unrest in Turkey and raised concerns about democratic principles......

Turkey's political crisis: Istanbul mayor detained in corruption probe

Turkish authorities have detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu in a corruption probe, sparking widespread controversy. The arrest, carried out during a police raid on his residence, was swiftly condemned by the opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), which labeled it a "coup." Imamoglu,......

Two years after Turkey's earthquake: A legacy of loss, anger, and ongoing struggles

Two years have passed since the devastating earthquake that struck southern Turkey and parts of Syria, leaving deep scars in its wake. At 4:17 AM on the anniversary, thousands of survivors gathered in torchlit vigils across the region, marking the exact moment the earthquake hit. The 7.8 magnitude quake,......

Hotel owner detained as ski resort fire in Turkiye claims 76 lives, sparks safety outrage

A tragic fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel, a renowned ski resort in Kartalkaya, Turkiye, has resulted in the deaths of 76 people and left numerous others injured. Authorities have arrested nine individuals, including the hotel owner, as investigations into the cause of the blaze intensify. The fire erupted......

Investigation underway in Turkey's deadly ski resort hotel fire

Turkey has detained nine individuals, including the hotel owner, in relation to a devastating fire that claimed 76 lives and left many others injured at a ski resort in western Turkey. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed the detentions on Wednesday. Authorities have identified 45 victims, with......

Turkish politician faces trial for alleged hate incitement

A prominent Turkish political leader is facing trial on charges of inciting public hatred through social media. The court has ordered the detention of Umit Ozdag, leader of a key political party, for allegedly making inflammatory remarks. Ozdag was detained after reportedly criticizing President Recep......

Global Community Mourns Azerbaijan Airline Tragedy as Investigation Begins

A passenger aircraft operated by Azerbaijan Airlines crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, resulting in 38 fatalities and 32 survivors. The plane, carrying 62 passengers and five crew members, made an emergency landing approximately three kilometers from Aktau while en route from Baku to Grozny in Russia's......

Erdogan Warns YPG Fighters Amid Shifting Dynamics in Syria

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has issued a stark warning to Kurdish fighters in Syria, asserting that they must lay down their arms or face defeat. His remarks come in the wake of significant changes in Syria’s political landscape following the recent ouster of President Bashar al-Assad. Erdogan......