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Syria to hold first indirect elections after Assad’s fall

Op-Ed

Op-Ed

2 min read

Indirect elections are set to take place in Syria for the first time after the fall of Bashar al-Assad

Syria to hold first indirect elections after Assad’s fall

A tale of 2 economies: Türkiye's $90B e-commerce masks deep digital divide

Finance

9 min read

Istanbul's digital empire creates winners and losers, a recent Trade Ministry report reveals

A tale of 2 economies: Türkiye's $90B e-commerce masks deep digital divide

Türkiye’s CDS slides to 5-year low as risk barometer falls below pre-pandemic levels

Economy

2 min read

Türkiye’s CDS slides to 5-year low as risk barometer falls below pre-pandemic levels

Netanyahu says 'Jerusalem belongs to us', cites historical anecdote with former Turkish PM

Middle East

2 min read

Netanyahu says 'Jerusalem belongs to us', cites historical anecdote with former Turkish PM

Türkiye eyes expanded energy cooperation with China across multiple regions

Energy

2 min read

Türkiye eyes expanded energy cooperation with China across multiple regions

'There are many areas where we can cooperate with China in energy,' says Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar

Türkiye secures 15B cubic meters in LNG deals to strengthen energy hub ambitions

Energy

4 min read

Türkiye to sign deal to adopt Canada’s mining standards

Mining

2 min read

Alperen Sengun, Giannis Antetokounmpo make peace after offensive remarks

Alperen Sengun, Giannis Antetokounmpo make peace after offensive remarks

Basketball

2 min read

Dancer’s arrest in Egypt over 'societal values' ignites controversy

Dancer’s arrest in Egypt over 'societal values' ignites controversy

Middle East

2 min read

Jose Mourinho set for Benfica return weeks after leaving Fenerbahce

Mourinho

2 min read

Will Israel and Türkiye divide influence in Middle East? Simple answer is 'no'

Will Israel and Türkiye divide influence in Middle East? Simple answer is 'no'

Op-Ed

10 min read

5,000-year-old human-faced pottery fragment unearthed in central Türkiye

5,000-year-old human-faced pottery fragment unearthed in central Türkiye

Archaeology

2 min read

Uncertainty in Türkiye’s markets postponed to Oct. 24

Uncertainty in Türkiye’s markets postponed to Oct. 24

Op-Ed

2 min read

History repeats itself: Israel’s relentless aggression from Sabra and Shatila massacre to Gaza

History repeats itself: Israel’s relentless aggression from Sabra and Shatila massacre to Gaza

featured

5 min read

Historic Haydarpasa Station to become Istanbul’s new hub for culture, arts

History

Historic Haydarpasa Station to become Istanbul’s new hub for culture, arts

Haydarpasa Station in Istanbul will soon host an archaeology museum, exhibitions...

Hidden Roman arena unearthed in Türkiye reveals secrets of emperor Hadrian’s era

Archaeology

Hidden Roman arena unearthed in Türkiye reveals secrets of emperor Hadrian’s era

Claudiopolis in Bolu reveals a Roman stadium, imperial dedication to Hadrian, an...

Al-Shaitat tribe mobilizes against SDF over killing of young man in Syria

Exclusive

Al-Shaitat tribe mobilizes against SDF over killing of young man in Syria

Sources say the victim was a civilian with no links to SDF; the group has not co...

Expats in Türkiye

Türkiye considers mandatory pre-marital psychological screening for couples

Türkiye considers mandatory pre-marital psychological screening for couples

Istanbul approves 30% fare hike for public transport, taxis — here are the new fees

Istanbul approves 30% fare hike for public transport, taxis — here are the new fees

Expats in Türkiye must now pay for family doctor services per new regulation

Expats in Türkiye must now pay for family doctor services per new regulation

Editor's Pick

Explained: Why Türkiye is rethinking juvenile justice amid rising public outrage

Explained: Why Türkiye is rethinking juvenile justice amid rising public outrage

Following shocking events, such as an increase in underage with multiple criminal records, Türkiye is seeking to introduce balanced changes to the law

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Hittite site in Türkiye yields 56 cuneiform tablets, 22 seal impressions

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Netanyahu says 'Jerusalem belongs to us', cites historical anecdote with former Turkish PM

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Turkish companies reach $2.9 trillion assets in 2024: TurkStat

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Max overtakes Netflix to lead Türkiye’s streaming market in Q2 2025

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NATO chief backs Türkiye's bid to join EU's SAFE defense fund: Report

Insight

NatCon2025: What do deepening divisions mean for Türkiye?

NatCon2025: What do deepening divisions mean for Türkiye?

Why Serbia describes Croatia–Slovenia defense pact as 'building walls, not bridges'

Why Serbia describes Croatia–Slovenia defense pact as 'building walls, not bridges'

Mustafa Cuhadar

How Israel's Doha strike shook architecture of Middle East diplomacy

How Israel's Doha strike shook architecture of Middle East diplomacy

Omer Ozkizilcik

Ruling AK Party reviews social security, welfare, spending and population crisis

Ruling AK Party reviews social security, welfare, spending and population crisis

Politics

2 min read

The AK Party strategy group will also examine Türkiye’s falling birth rates and aging population

Türkiye’s EU bid hinges on rule of law, rights, with ‘no ambiguity,’ French envoy says

Diplomacy

6 min read

French envoy in Ankara Isabelle Dumont says Türkiye alone must prove readiness for EU membership

Türkiye’s EU bid hinges on rule of law, rights, with ‘no ambiguity,’ French envoy says

Türkiye welcomes Syria roadmap as Jordan, US join Sweida peace plan

Diplomacy

7 min read

Türkiye supports a three-nation agreement for southern Syria stability following months of Druze-Bedouin clashes

Türkiye welcomes Syria roadmap as Jordan, US join Sweida peace plan

Bayrampasa Mayor arrested in corruption probe

corruption probe

2 min read

Bayrampasa Mayor Hasan Mutlu among 26 arrested in corruption investigation involving bribery and bid-rigging charges

Bayrampasa Mayor arrested in corruption probe

Türkiye’s CDS slides to 5-year low as risk barometer falls below pre-pandemic levels

Türkiye’s CDS slides to 5-year low as risk barometer falls below pre-pandemic levels

Economy

4 min read

Türkiye eyes expanded energy cooperation with China across multiple regions

Türkiye eyes expanded energy cooperation with China across multiple regions

Energy

6 min read

Turkish central bank revokes licenses of electronic money firms Paypole, IQ Money

Turkish central bank revokes licenses of electronic money firms Paypole, IQ Money

Finance

3 min read

Netanyahu says 'Jerusalem belongs to us', cites historical anecdote with former Turkish PM

Netanyahu says 'Jerusalem belongs to us', cites historical anecdote with former Turkish PM

Middle East

4 min read

Israeli PM claims 'Jerusalem is ours' while rejecting Erdogan’s past comments and recalling Türkiye’s refusal to return Siloam Inscription

Serbia files new indictment over Novi Sad station collapse that killed 16

Serbia files new indictment over Novi Sad station collapse that killed 16

Balkans

6 min read

Prosecutors allege the station was put into use while construction was still underway and without the necessary permit

Bulgaria’s capital Sofia opens first Imam Hatip High School

Bulgaria’s capital Sofia opens first Imam Hatip High School

Balkans

2 min read

Sofia opens its first Imam Hatip High School, offering Muslim students a blend of religious and academic education

Global Sumud Fleet heads to Gaza, expected to arrive within 2 weeks

Global Sumud Fleet heads to Gaza, expected to arrive within 2 weeks

Middle East

1 min read

Around 50 vessels sail from Spain and Tunisia, aiming to reach Gaza in two weeks with humanitarian aid amid conflict

Russia says Lavrov, Rubio may meet in New York, rules out Ukraine talks

Russia says Lavrov, Rubio may meet in New York, rules out Ukraine talks

World

5 min read

Japanese Princess Akiko vows to continue 3 generations of Türkiye-Japan friendship

Japanese Princess Akiko vows to continue 3 generations of Türkiye-Japan friendship

Türkiye-Japan

7 min read

Argentine Navy seeks frigates to replace fleet, Turkish Aselsan offers modernization

Argentine Navy seeks frigates to replace fleet, Turkish Aselsan offers modernization

Defense Industry

6 min read

Türkiye considers mandatory pre-marital psychological screening for couples

Türkiye considers mandatory pre-marital psychological screening for couples

Lifestyle

1 min read

Language impairments key to early detection of Alzheimer’s, experts say

Language impairments key to early detection of Alzheimer’s, experts say

Health

4 min read

Türkiye's Izmir residents struggle as trash piles burn amid water shortages

Türkiye's Izmir residents struggle as trash piles burn amid water shortages

Environment

3 min read

Turkish pianist Fazil Say slams Western music institutions over Gaza, calls for end to silence

Turkish pianist Fazil Say slams Western music institutions over Gaza, calls for end to silence

Culture

4 min read

'We must not remain silent to this murder, my colleagues,' Turkish pianist says

Gifted graves unearthed in northern Türkiye shed light on ancient burial traditions

Archaeology

4 min read

Archaeologists uncover gifted graves at Ikiztepe Hoyuk in Samsun, revealing burial practices and daily life of Bronze Age Anatolian communities

Gifted graves unearthed in northern Türkiye shed light on ancient burial traditions

Hittite site in Türkiye yields 56 cuneiform tablets, 22 seal impressions

Archaeology

6 min read

Excavations at Kayalipinar in Türkiye reveal 56 Hittite tablets on bird divination and 22 royal seals, offering rare insight into ancient state rituals

Hittite site in Türkiye yields 56 cuneiform tablets, 22 seal impressions

5,000-year-old human-faced pottery fragment unearthed in central Türkiye

Archaeology

5 min read

Archaeologists uncover a rare 5,000-year-old human-faced pottery fragment at Gokhoyuk, revealing ritual practices in ancient Konya

5,000-year-old human-faced pottery fragment unearthed in central Türkiye

Jose Mourinho set for Benfica return weeks after leaving Fenerbahce

Jose Mourinho set for Benfica return weeks after leaving Fenerbahce

Mourinho

6 min read

Real Madrid restricts Palestinian flags during Champions League clash with Marseille

Real Madrid restricts Palestinian flags during Champions League clash with Marseille

Football

1 min read

Alperen Sengun, Giannis Antetokounmpo make peace after offensive remarks

Alperen Sengun, Giannis Antetokounmpo make peace after offensive remarks

Basketball

4 min read

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GALATASARAY A.Ş.

GALATASARAY

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15

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FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.

FENERBAHÇE

4

10

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TRABZONSPOR A.Ş.

TRABZONSPOR

5

10

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GAZİANTEP FUTBOL KULÜBÜ A.Ş.

GAZİANTEP FK

5

9

5

GÖZTEPE A.Ş.

GÖZTEPE

5

9

6

HESAP.COM ANTALYASPOR

ANTALYASPOR

5

9

7

TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR

KONYASPOR

4

7

8

CORENDON ALANYASPOR

ALANYASPOR

4

7

9

SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş.

SAMSUNSPOR

4

7

10

BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş.

BEŞİKTAŞ JK

3

6

11

İKAS EYÜPSPOR

EYÜPSPOR

5

4

12

ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş.

RİZESPOR

4

4

13

KASIMPAŞA A.Ş.

KASIMPAŞA

4

3

14

MISIRLI.COM.TR FATİH KARAGÜMRÜK

KARAGÜMRÜK

4

3

15

ZECORNER KAYSERİSPOR

KAYSERİSPOR

4

3

16

RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FUTBOL KULÜBÜ

BAŞAKŞEHİR FK

3

2

17

KOCAELİSPOR

KOCAELISPOR

5

1

18

GENÇLERBİRLİĞİ

GENÇLERBIRLIGI

5

0

19

SİPAY BODRUM FK

BODRUM FK

0

0

20

NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR

SİVASSPOR

0

0

21

ADANA DEMİRSPOR A.Ş.

ADANA DEMİRSPOR

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22

ATAKAŞ HATAYSPOR

HATAYSPOR

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Sightseeing Around Türkiye

Obelisk of Theodosius: Egypt’s legacy in heart of Istanbul

History

2 min read

Obelisk of Theodosius: Egypt’s legacy in heart of Istanbul

All about Turkish city Amasya: Historical importance, travel and accomodation

All about Turkish city Amasya: Historical importance, travel and accomodation

amasya

3 min read

Navigating Turkish capital Ankara in 2025: What to do and where to go?

Navigating Turkish capital Ankara in 2025: What to do and where to go?

Lifestyle

8 min read

IN PICTURES

Wildfire ravages forested land across Türkiye’s Canakkale

Wildfire ravages forested land across Türkiye’s Canakkale

Eastern Thrace faces severe drought as reservoirs and ponds dry

Eastern Thrace faces severe drought as reservoirs and ponds dry

Looted Roman columns and Ottoman relics found in Antalya shop priced up to $980

Looted Roman columns and Ottoman relics found in Antalya shop priced up to $980

Türkiye's private sector foreign debt hits $195.4B, highest in 67 months

Türkiye's private sector foreign debt hits $195.4B, highest in 67 months

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Global Sumud Fleet heads to Gaza, expected to arrive within 2 weeks

Türkiye develops cable material from snail, seashells for first time

SANCAR armed unmanned surface vehicle passes firing tests with full accuracy

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EU proposes sanctions, trade suspension against Israel over Gaza crisis

EU proposes sanctions, trade suspension against Israel over Gaza crisis

Sep 17 2025

Türkiye’s CDS slides to 5-year low as risk barometer falls below pre-pandemic levels

Türkiye’s CDS slides to 5-year low as risk barometer falls below pre-pandemic levels

Sep 17 2025

Netanyahu says 'Jerusalem belongs to us', cites historical anecdote with former Turkish PM

Netanyahu says 'Jerusalem belongs to us', cites historical anecdote with former Turkish PM

Sep 17 2025

Türkiye eyes expanded energy cooperation with China across multiple regions

Türkiye eyes expanded energy cooperation with China across multiple regions

Sep 17 2025

Turkish central bank revokes licenses of electronic money firms Paypole, IQ Money

Turkish central bank revokes licenses of electronic money firms Paypole, IQ Money

Sep 17 2025

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