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Türkiye's foundations week celebrates cultural heritage and philanthropy

Ankara, Türkiye — On May 8, 2025, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan inaugurated the "Foundations Week Grand Opening Ceremony" at the Presidential Complex, emphasizing the nation's rich heritage of philanthropic foundations. This annual event, hosted at the Beştepe Congress and......

Türkiye-Iraq ties: a cornerstone for regional stability

The relationship between Türkiye and Iraq is poised to become a foundational pillar of stability in the Middle East, emphasized Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al Sudani during his official visit to Ankara on Thursday. Meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the leaders underscored the importance......

Erdoğan condemns killing of Palestinian journalists in plain sight

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered a poignant address to media representatives on Tuesday, condemning the killing of journalists in Palestine, which he described as occurring "before the very eyes of the world." A staunch advocate for Palestinian rights, Erdoğan expressed his dismay......

6.2 Magnitude earthquake rattles Istanbul, injuring over 150

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale struck off the coast of Istanbul on Wednesday, sending residents into a panic and resulting in more than 150 injuries, though no fatalities have been reported. The tremor occurred at 12:49 p.m. local time in the Sea of Marmara, near Silivri, approximately......

Erdogan files legal complaint against opposition leader over alleged insult

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has initiated legal action against Ozgur Ozel, the head of the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), accusing him of insulting the presidency. Erdogan's attorney, Huseyin Aydin, confirmed that a formal complaint was submitted to the Ankara Chief......

Swedish journalist arrested in Turkey on terrorism charges

Swedish journalist Joakim Medin has been arrested and detained in Istanbul on charges of "terrorism" and "insulting the president" Recep Tayyip Erdogan, according to Turkish authorities. Medin was taken into custody upon his arrival at Istanbul airport on March 27, 2025, and officially......

Turkish court releases journalist as police suppress student protest

A Turkish court has freed AFP journalist Yasin Akgul, 35, along with six other reporters after their pre-trial detention was challenged. The journalists were arrested earlier this week for covering protests that erupted on March 19 following the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key political......

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......

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