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Experts assess: What’s really going on in Iran?

Iran

7 min read

The bazaar has traditionally supported the Islamic Republic of Iran and played an important role in the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty

Experts assess: What’s really going on in Iran?

From the Bazaar to the regime: The anatomy of protests in Iran

Op-Ed

Op-Ed

7 min read

Driven by a convergence of market failure, political miscalculation and diplomatic isolation, the evolution of the developments now defines the Irania...

From the Bazaar to the regime: The anatomy of protests in Iran

Kosovo breaks deadlock as 2026 becomes 'defining' year for Balkans

Op-Ed

Op-Ed

5 min read

Kosovo breaks deadlock as 2026 becomes 'defining' year for Balkans

TEI secures $2.95B aviation engine export orders

Defense

2 min read

TEI secures $2.95B aviation engine export orders

US strikes hit ports, military sites across Venezuela in escalating campaign

Americas

1 min read

US strikes hit ports, military sites across Venezuela in escalating campaign

United States conducts widespread military strikes across Venezuela targeting ports, military bases and airports in operations

Maduro open to dialogue with US while dodging questions on alleged docking facility strike

Americas

4 min read

Why Washington’s Venezuela policy is not about oil but mainly political

Op-Ed

Op-Ed

6 min read

History Channel ends Türkiye broadcasts following long documentary run

History Channel ends Türkiye broadcasts following long documentary run

Culture

1 min read

One of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s smallest mosques offers space for just 10 worshippers

One of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s smallest mosques offers space for just 10 worshippers

Bosnia

2 min read

Türkiye museums, archaeological sites draw over 33 million visitors in 2025

Tourism

2 min read

Spotlight

Türkiye to deploy Cagri Bey to Somalia in February for first overseas drilling

Türkiye to deploy Cagri Bey to Somalia in February for first overseas drilling

Energy

2 min read

Once crowning Ottoman heads, the 'fez' and its long journey through daily life

Once crowning Ottoman heads, the 'fez' and its long journey through daily life

ottoman fez

5 min read

Pressure grows in Türkiye as Grok faces backlash over nonconsensual image manipulation

Pressure grows in Türkiye as Grok faces backlash over nonconsensual image manipulation

Tech

10 min read

How visa free access fits into Türkiye’s expanding Chinese tourism market

How visa free access fits into Türkiye’s expanding Chinese tourism market

Tourism

3 min read

Ankara’s window: Why Trump-Netanyahu dynamic favors Türkiye

Ankara’s window: Why Trump-Netanyahu dynamic favors Türkiye

Why Washington’s Venezuela policy is not about oil but mainly political

Why Washington’s Venezuela policy is not about oil but mainly political

Enes Berna Kilic

Why excluding Türkiye weakens European defense and empowers America's adversaries?

Why excluding Türkiye weakens European defense and empowers America's adversaries?

Netanyahu fails to sway Trump on Syria and F-35s in critical US visit

Netanyahu fails to sway Trump on Syria and F-35s in critical US visit

Omer Ozkizilcik

In the making: A new regional order in Yemen?

In the making: A new regional order in Yemen?

Mehmet Rakipoglu

Turkish-Egyptian poet Abdulrahman Yusuf’s journey exposes modern Arab state’s lie

Turkish-Egyptian poet Abdulrahman Yusuf’s journey exposes modern Arab state’s lie

Ahmed Samih Farag

Kosovo chooses Kurti and dares the West to deal with it

Kosovo chooses Kurti and dares the West to deal with it

A community in denial: The dangerous path ahead of Syria’s Alawites

A community in denial: The dangerous path ahead of Syria’s Alawites

Omer Ozkizilcik

Toward COP31: An opportunity for accelerated climate action

Toward COP31: An opportunity for accelerated climate action

Limits of analogy: Why labeling Türkiye 'Lebanon’s new Iran' does not hold

Limits of analogy: Why labeling Türkiye 'Lebanon’s new Iran' does not hold

Deniz Karakullukcu

Türkiye’s SDF threat perception could reach a tipping point soon

Türkiye’s SDF threat perception could reach a tipping point soon

Why SDF faces big risks in Syria and the region

Why SDF faces big risks in Syria and the region

Why deepening Pakistan–Türkiye defense ties are equally important for both countries

Why deepening Pakistan–Türkiye defense ties are equally important for both countries

Sabena Siddiqui

How Greece’s growing ties with Israel are reshaping debate at home

How Greece’s growing ties with Israel are reshaping debate at home

Selin Hacialioglu

Türkiye should be part of Gaza stabilization force

Türkiye should be part of Gaza stabilization force

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Sufi Trail: 801 km journey retraces spiritual road from Istanbul to Rumi’s Konya

Sufi Trail

Sufi Trail: 801 km journey retraces spiritual road from Istanbul to Rumi’s Konya

An 801-km Sufi Trail links Istanbul to Konya, guiding walkers and cyclists along...

Historic Ottoman bridge in Iraq remains unharmed amid regional flooding

History

Historic Ottoman bridge in Iraq remains unharmed amid regional flooding

The 19th-century bridge in Kirkuk’s Dakuk district remains in use and intact, st...

Cinema in Ottoman Empire: How new spectacle reshaped urban life

Cinema

Cinema in Ottoman Empire: How new spectacle reshaped urban life

From shadow plays and beerhouses to propaganda films and censorship laws, cinema...

Turkish Cuisine

Just outside Istanbul lies Sakarya, a hidden culinary region

Food

5 min read

Just outside Istanbul lies Sakarya, a hidden culinary region

Mediterranean way: How olive oil can transform your health

Mediterranean way: How olive oil can transform your health

Food

5 min read

Most unexpected 'doner kebab' types made by Turks worldwide

Most unexpected 'doner kebab' types made by Turks worldwide

Food

3 min read

Expats in Türkiye

Turkish authorities warn Iceland-origin cold wave will grip Istanbul for 6-8 days

Turkish authorities warn Iceland-origin cold wave will grip Istanbul for 6-8 days

Türkiye’s 'most dangerous' Antalya–Mersin coastal road gives way to new route

Türkiye’s 'most dangerous' Antalya–Mersin coastal road gives way to new route

Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Istanbul and across Türkiye

Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Istanbul and across Türkiye

By Selin Hacialioglu

Editor's Pick

Drone incursions and new escalation risks in Black Sea

Drone incursions and new escalation risks in Black Sea

Three drone incursions into Turkish airspace raise escalation risks in Black Sea, as low-cost unmanned systems pose strategic challenges

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Europe has 'lost the internet' to US tech giants, Belgian cyber chief warns

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'Time’s up for SDF,’ warns nationalist official in dramatic shift

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US proposes Turkish logistical support for Gaza operations from Egypt, Jordan: Report

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Türkiye’s current account turnaround and a decadelong strategy behind it

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Turkish intel chief Kalin, FM Fidan meet Ukraine’s Umerov to discuss peace efforts, POWs

Türkiye arrests dozens of suspected Daesh terror group members in new raids

Türkiye arrests dozens of suspected Daesh terror group members in new raids

Crime

4 min read

Security forces carry out coordinated raids as part of intensified counterterrorism efforts following Yalova attack that killed three police officers

FM Fidan holds calls with Saudi, UAE counterparts amid escalating Yemen tensions

Diplomacy

5 min read

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan holds phone calls with Saudi Prince Faisal bin Farhan, UAE's Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed

FM Fidan holds calls with Saudi, UAE counterparts amid escalating Yemen tensions

TAI nearing final stage of Hurkus-II trainer aircraft sale to Azerbaijan: Report

Defense Industry

6 min read

TAI reportedly nearing final stage of Hurkus II sale to Azerbaijan, LACIN Su-25 modernization enters Phase-II, Anka and Aksungur exports reach 130 to 13 countries

TAI nearing final stage of Hurkus-II trainer aircraft sale to Azerbaijan: Report

Erdogan confirms phone call with Trump scheduled for Monday

Diplomacy

4 min read

Erdogan announces he will hold a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Jan. 5 afternoon while condemning Israeli actions in Gaz

Erdogan confirms phone call with Trump scheduled for Monday

Türkiye to deploy Cagri Bey to Somalia in February for first overseas drilling

Türkiye to deploy Cagri Bey to Somalia in February for first overseas drilling

Energy

6 min read

Pressure grows in Türkiye as Grok faces backlash over nonconsensual image manipulation

Pressure grows in Türkiye as Grok faces backlash over nonconsensual image manipulation

Tech

11 min read

2026 to be ‘year of nuclear power’ for Türkiye, says Energy Minister

2026 to be ‘year of nuclear power’ for Türkiye, says Energy Minister

Nuclear energy

7 min read

Experts assess: What’s really going on in Iran?

Experts assess: What’s really going on in Iran?

Iran

9 min read

The bazaar has traditionally supported the Islamic Republic of Iran and played an important role in the overthrow of the Pahlavi dynasty

Iran warns US of ‘swift and comprehensive’ response after Trump remarks

Iran warns US of ‘swift and comprehensive’ response after Trump remarks

Iran-US

10 min read

Iran’s Foreign Ministry says U.S. threat is part of Israel’s policy of escalating tensions in the region

Iran police say they won’t tolerate ‘chaos’ amid economic unrest

Iran police say they won’t tolerate ‘chaos’ amid economic unrest

Iran protests

9 min read

Iranian officials warn interference in protests would destabilize the region, devastate U.S. interests

Airstrikes reportedly hit Seiyun airport, military base amid escalating tensions in Yemen

Airstrikes reportedly hit Seiyun airport, military base amid escalating tensions in Yemen

Middle East

7 min read

Aidarus Al-Zubaidi ordered suspension of flights at Aden airport, causing serious harm to Yemenis, says Saudi envoy

US strikes hit ports, military sites across Venezuela in escalating campaign

US strikes hit ports, military sites across Venezuela in escalating campaign

Americas

1 min read

Chile’s ambassador highlights 100-year mark of defense, trade ties with Türkiye

Chile’s ambassador highlights 100-year mark of defense, trade ties with Türkiye

Chile Türkiye

6 min read

Zelenskyy names intelligence chief Budanov as new top presidential aide

Zelenskyy names intelligence chief Budanov as new top presidential aide

Ukraine

8 min read

One of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s smallest mosques offers space for just 10 worshippers

One of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s smallest mosques offers space for just 10 worshippers

Bosnia

5 min read

Sufi Trail: 801 km journey retraces spiritual road from Istanbul to Rumi’s Konya

Sufi Trail: 801 km journey retraces spiritual road from Istanbul to Rumi’s Konya

Sufi Trail

11 min read

Bolu records Türkiye’s lowest temperatures as Arctic cold grips country

Bolu records Türkiye’s lowest temperatures as Arctic cold grips country

Weather

5 min read

History Channel ends Türkiye broadcasts following long documentary run

History Channel ends Türkiye broadcasts following long documentary run

Culture

1 min read

End of History Channel’s Türkiye broadcasts closes long chapter for viewers who followed its coverage of world history, ancient civilizations

Once crowning Ottoman heads, the 'fez' and its long journey through daily life

ottoman fez

8 min read

Once a symbol of unity and style, the Ottoman fez shaped daily life, fashion, and identity before fading quietly into history

Once crowning Ottoman heads, the 'fez' and its long journey through daily life

Seven Turkish actresses enter 2025 global beauty list

Cinema

6 min read

TC Candler’s 2025 rankings include 7 actresses from Türkiye, reflecting how Turkish TV series continue to shape international celebrity visibility

Seven Turkish actresses enter 2025 global beauty list

New movies in theaters this week: Giray Altinok's 'D.I.S.C.O.'

Cinema

New movies in theaters this week: Giray Altinok's 'D.I.S.C.O.'

Turkish racer Toprak Razgatlioglu sets sights on MotoGP after historic Superbike run

Turkish racer Toprak Razgatlioglu sets sights on MotoGP after historic Superbike run

Motorsports

6 min read

Galatasaray pushes to sign Onyedika as Club Brugge resists, Ederson talks stall

Galatasaray pushes to sign Onyedika as Club Brugge resists, Ederson talks stall

Galatasaray

4 min read

Fenerbahce eyes reunion with Kim Min-jae if Bayern allows exit: Turkish media

Fenerbahce eyes reunion with Kim Min-jae if Bayern allows exit: Turkish media

Fenerbahce

3 min read

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GALATASARAY A.Ş.

GALATASARAY

17

42

2

FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.

FENERBAHÇE

17

39

3

TRABZONSPOR A.Ş.

TRABZONSPOR

17

35

4

GÖZTEPE A.Ş.

GÖZTEPE

17

32

5

BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş.

BEŞİKTAŞ JK

17

29

6

SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş.

SAMSUNSPOR

17

25

7

KOCAELİSPOR

KOCAELISPOR

17

23

8

GAZİANTEP FUTBOL KULÜBÜ A.Ş.

GAZİANTEP FK

17

23

9

RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FUTBOL KULÜBÜ

BAŞAKŞEHİR FK

17

23

10

CORENDON ALANYASPOR

ALANYASPOR

17

21

11

GENÇLERBİRLİĞİ

GENÇLERBIRLIGI

17

18

12

ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş.

RİZESPOR

17

18

13

TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR

KONYASPOR

17

17

14

ZECORNER KAYSERİSPOR

KAYSERİSPOR

17

15

15

KASIMPAŞA A.Ş.

KASIMPAŞA

17

15

16

HESAP.COM ANTALYASPOR

ANTALYASPOR

17

15

17

İKAS EYÜPSPOR

EYÜPSPOR

17

13

18

MISIRLI.COM.TR FATİH KARAGÜMRÜK

KARAGÜMRÜK

17

9

19

SİPAY BODRUM FK

BODRUM FK

0

0

20

NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR

SİVASSPOR

0

0

21

ADANA DEMİRSPOR A.Ş.

ADANA DEMİRSPOR

0

0

22

ATAKAŞ HATAYSPOR

HATAYSPOR

0

0

Sightseeing Around Türkiye

Giresun Island moves toward tourism opening as Eastern Black Sea’s only habitable isle

trave

1 min read

Giresun Island moves toward tourism opening as Eastern Black Sea’s only habitable isle

Tourists discover sunken city, hidden bays on blue cruises in Türkiye's Kekova

Tourists discover sunken city, hidden bays on blue cruises in Türkiye's Kekova

Travel

2 min read

Explore Balat: Your guide to Istanbul’s multicultural quarter on the Golden Horn

Explore Balat: Your guide to Istanbul’s multicultural quarter on the Golden Horn

Travel

5 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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Kosovo breaks deadlock as 2026 becomes 'defining' year for Balkans

Kosovo breaks deadlock as 2026 becomes 'defining' year for Balkans

Jan 03 2026

TEI secures $2.95B aviation engine export orders

TEI secures $2.95B aviation engine export orders

Jan 03 2026

US strikes hit ports, military sites across Venezuela in escalating campaign

US strikes hit ports, military sites across Venezuela in escalating campaign

Jan 03 2026

From the Bazaar to the regime: The anatomy of protests in Iran

From the Bazaar to the regime: The anatomy of protests in Iran

Jan 03 2026

Experts assess: What’s really going on in Iran?

Experts assess: What’s really going on in Iran?

Jan 03 2026

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