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What to read from Turkish central bank’s inflation projection?

Op-Ed

Op-Ed

2 min read

Final 2025 inflation report keeps forecasts unchanged for 2026, signaling readiness to act if inflation pressures persist

What to read from Turkish central bank’s inflation projection?

Türkiye’s Makyol becomes Romania’s largest foreign contractor with $3.5B portfolio

Turkish investments abroad

2 min read

Turkish firm expands its footprint in Europe, leading major EU-funded highway, metro projects that link Romania to continental transport corridors

Türkiye’s Makyol becomes Romania’s largest foreign contractor with $3.5B portfolio

Belgium sends letters to 17-year-olds urging voluntary military service

Europe

1 min read

Belgium sends letters to 17-year-olds urging voluntary military service

Flight cancellations top 2,700 across US airports amid extended government shutdown

US flights

2 min read

Flight cancellations top 2,700 across US airports amid extended government shutdown

Türkiye: A story of how refugees return without widespread deportations

Columns

2 min read

Türkiye: A story of how refugees return without widespread deportations

Türkiye's experience with the refugee crisis shows that addressing the root causes of the problem is the only solution, says Türkiye Today columnist O...

Erdogan says promises made on F-35s must be fulfilled as Türkiye pushes for progress

Nation

3 min read

Türkiye's $10.7B Eurofighter deal could unlock wave of new orders, consortium says

Defense

3 min read

After 14-year pause, Trabzon–Sochi ferry returns home as Russia blocks port entry

After 14-year pause, Trabzon–Sochi ferry returns home as Russia blocks port entry

Trabzon Sochi ferry

2 min read

Fire of Anatolia brings ancient Aspendos to life at Antalya Culture Route Festival

Fire of Anatolia brings ancient Aspendos to life at Antalya Culture Route Festival

Türkiye Culture Route Festival

4 min read

Pavel Nedved responds to reports linking Fatih Terim to Czechia's head coach position

Football

1 min read

Why feminist foreign policy became cover for power politics?

Why feminist foreign policy became cover for power politics?

Op-Ed

9 min read

Why is internet still slow in Türkiye?

Why is internet still slow in Türkiye?

Internet in Türkiye

6 min read

Syria ‘the vassal state’ and Sharaa’s legitimacy

Syria ‘the vassal state’ and Sharaa’s legitimacy

Op-Ed

3 min read

Bosnians deserve better than endless crisis, constant attacks

Bosnians deserve better than endless crisis, constant attacks

Op-Ed

6 min read

2025 nears ranking among top 3 hottest years ever as global climate records intensify

Climate Change

2025 nears ranking among top 3 hottest years ever as global climate records intensify

New data from Copernicus, WMO shows 2025 pushing global temperatures toward 1 of...

Spiders weave record-breaking ‘megacity’ in sulfur cave on Albania–Greece border

Science

Spiders weave record-breaking ‘megacity’ in sulfur cave on Albania–Greece border

A 106 square meter sulfur-cave web hosts ~111,000 spiders, the first colonial we...

Why 'West still doesn't understand Türkiye' and what it means for NATO: Gen. Chip Chapman

Europe

Why 'West still doesn't understand Türkiye' and what it means for NATO: Gen. Chip Chapman

Interview with Maj. Gen. Chip Chapman CB, a former senior British military advis...

Expats in Türkiye

Expats take note: Türkiye raises legal fees by 36% under new minimum attorney tariffs

Expats take note: Türkiye raises legal fees by 36% under new minimum attorney tariffs

Istanbul event guide for expats, tourists: What to see and hear this November

Istanbul event guide for expats, tourists: What to see and hear this November

Türkiye’s Touristic Eastern Express set to begin 2025–2026 winter season on Dec. 22

Türkiye’s Touristic Eastern Express set to begin 2025–2026 winter season on Dec. 22

Editor's Pick

How Türkiye’s Libya rise, US pressure force Greek reset in East Med

How Türkiye’s Libya rise, US pressure force Greek reset in East Med

Once focused on isolating Türkiye from regional equations, Greece now faces Türkiye’s growing influence in Libya and the broader region, as well as its close relations with the US and Italy

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BBC director general resigns over edited Trump documentary controversy

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Flight cancellations top 2,700 across US airports amid extended government shutdown

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Mixed team achievement marks first for Türkiye at World Championships

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Türkiye’s AFAD provides food aid to 1,500 families in Sudan

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Why is internet still slow in Türkiye?

Insight

The Berlin Process sidestep: How London’s migration push puts Western Balkans in difficult bind

The Berlin Process sidestep: How London’s migration push puts Western Balkans in difficult bind

Mustafa Cuhadar

Israeli fierce opposition to Turkish deployment puts Washington in a bind over Gaza

Israeli fierce opposition to Turkish deployment puts Washington in a bind over Gaza

Omer Ozkizilcik

Building future from past: How Eurasia's traditions can power a circular economy

Building future from past: How Eurasia's traditions can power a circular economy

Steliana Nedera

Take Off Istanbul 2025 to host over 500 startups from 40 countries

Take Off Istanbul 2025 to host over 500 startups from 40 countries

Nation

1 min read

Take Off Istanbul 2025, Dec. 10-11, opens registration, hosting over 500 startups, global investors, panels, and networking at the Istanbul Expo Center

Turkish officials to mediate Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions in Islamabad visit

Diplomacy

6 min read

Türkiye's foreign minister, defense minister, and intelligence chief are traveling to Pakistan next week to mediate escalating tensions between Islamabad, Afghanistan

Turkish officials to mediate Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions in Islamabad visit

At least 169 workers died in October in Türkiye, report shows

workplace incidents

6 min read

At least 169 workers died in workplace incidents in October across Türkiye, with child labor and migrant worker fatalities continuing to draw concern

At least 169 workers died in October in Türkiye, report shows

FM Fidan to visit US on Nov. 10 for bilateral, regional talks

Diplomacy

5 min read

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is expected to attend meetings on both bilateral and regional issues

FM Fidan to visit US on Nov. 10 for bilateral, regional talks

After 14-year pause, Trabzon–Sochi ferry returns home as Russia blocks port entry

After 14-year pause, Trabzon–Sochi ferry returns home as Russia blocks port entry

Trabzon Sochi ferry

3 min read

Türkiye’s Makyol becomes Romania’s largest foreign contractor with $3.5B portfolio

Türkiye’s Makyol becomes Romania’s largest foreign contractor with $3.5B portfolio

Turkish investments abroad

4 min read

Flight cancellations top 2,700 across US airports amid extended government shutdown

Flight cancellations top 2,700 across US airports amid extended government shutdown

US flights

4 min read

Azerbaijan liberates Karabakh: Citizens visit Khojaly Martyrs Cemetery, Aghdam Mosque

Azerbaijan liberates Karabakh: Citizens visit Khojaly Martyrs Cemetery, Aghdam Mosque

Region

4 min read

Azerbaijan’s Karabakh liberation sees citizens visit Khojaly Martyrs Cemetery and restored Aghdam Mosque, honoring victims and cultural heritage

Belgium sends letters to 17-year-olds urging voluntary military service

Belgium sends letters to 17-year-olds urging voluntary military service

Europe

1 min read

Defence Minister Theo Francken encourages teenagers to learn about the army and consider joining the voluntary service program

Greek Cypriot leader Christodoulides praises EOKA, notorious group killing thousands of Turks

Greek Cypriot leader Christodoulides praises EOKA, notorious group killing thousands of Turks

EOKA

3 min read

Greek Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides praises the ideas of EOKA, a Greek terrorist organization that once massacred thousands of Turkish residents on the island of Cyprus

Türkiye to host global Gaza aid summit Nov. 11–12 in Istanbul

Türkiye to host global Gaza aid summit Nov. 11–12 in Istanbul

Middle East

2 min read

A final declaration is expected at the conclusion of the summit

African Union calls for international response as Mali security crisis deepens

African Union calls for international response as Mali security crisis deepens

Africa

3 min read

BBC director general resigns over edited Trump documentary controversy

BBC director general resigns over edited Trump documentary controversy

World

7 min read

UN climate chief calls for faster action ahead of Brazil summit

UN climate chief calls for faster action ahead of Brazil summit

World

4 min read

'Sirkecili' the cat steals hearts at Istanbul’s Sirkeci Marmaray Station

'Sirkecili' the cat steals hearts at Istanbul’s Sirkeci Marmaray Station

cats of Istanbul

5 min read

Türkiye's Milas brings ancient olives to life at Euromos harvest festival

Türkiye's Milas brings ancient olives to life at Euromos harvest festival

Milas Olive Harvest Festival

4 min read

Why is internet still slow in Türkiye?

Why is internet still slow in Türkiye?

Internet in Türkiye

11 min read

Fire of Anatolia brings ancient Aspendos to life at Antalya Culture Route Festival

Fire of Anatolia brings ancient Aspendos to life at Antalya Culture Route Festival

Türkiye Culture Route Festival

10 min read

Fire of Anatolia turns Aspendos into a living stage as Antalya Culture Route Festival fills the city with music, theater, film, and hands-on events

Egypt’s Abdeen Palace hosts Grand Ball for the first time outside Monaco

Grand Ball in Egypt

5 min read

The gala, themed 'Royalty on the Nile,' features performances inspired by royal elegance and celebrated cultural exchange, and timeless artistry

Egypt’s Abdeen Palace hosts Grand Ball for the first time outside Monaco

New digital map redraws Roman Empire’s road network, spotlighting Anatolia’s key role

Roman history

4 min read

New Itiner-e dataset reveals the most detailed map of Roman roads to date, highlighting Anatolia’s central role in imperial movement and connectivity

New digital map redraws Roman Empire’s road network, spotlighting Anatolia’s key role

Topkapi Palace unveils 'Clock Museum' in restored Imperial Stables, showcasing 300 masterpieces

Topkapi Palace

4 min read

Topkapi Palace’s restored Imperial Stables now host a Clock Museum with 300 masterpieces, previewing four new museums and a 30-nation symposium

Topkapi Palace unveils 'Clock Museum' in restored Imperial Stables, showcasing 300 masterpieces

Pavel Nedved responds to reports linking Fatih Terim to Czechia's head coach position

Pavel Nedved responds to reports linking Fatih Terim to Czechia's head coach position

Football

2 min read

Fenerbahce reportedly targets Norwegian striker Sorloth to replace En-Nesyri

Fenerbahce reportedly targets Norwegian striker Sorloth to replace En-Nesyri

Fenerbahce

5 min read

Mixed team achievement marks first for Türkiye at World Championships

Mixed team achievement marks first for Türkiye at World Championships

World Championship Rifle/Pistol

2 min read

Club

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GALATASARAY A.Ş.

GALATASARAY

12

29

2

FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.

FENERBAHÇE

12

28

3

TRABZONSPOR A.Ş.

TRABZONSPOR

12

25

4

SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş.

SAMSUNSPOR

12

23

5

GÖZTEPE A.Ş.

GÖZTEPE

12

22

6

BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş.

BEŞİKTAŞ JK

12

20

7

GAZİANTEP FUTBOL KULÜBÜ A.Ş.

GAZİANTEP FK

12

19

8

CORENDON ALANYASPOR

ALANYASPOR

12

15

9

KOCAELİSPOR

KOCAELISPOR

12

14

10

ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş.

RİZESPOR

12

14

11

TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR

KONYASPOR

12

14

12

HESAP.COM ANTALYASPOR

ANTALYASPOR

12

13

13

RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FUTBOL KULÜBÜ

BAŞAKŞEHİR FK

12

13

14

GENÇLERBİRLİĞİ

GENÇLERBIRLIGI

12

11

15

KASIMPAŞA A.Ş.

KASIMPAŞA

12

10

16

ZECORNER KAYSERİSPOR

KAYSERİSPOR

12

9

17

İKAS EYÜPSPOR

EYÜPSPOR

12

8

18

MISIRLI.COM.TR FATİH KARAGÜMRÜK

KARAGÜMRÜK

12

7

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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At least 6 killed in blaze at warehouse in Kocaeli’s major industrial hub

Istanbul authorities seize illegally trafficked African lion cub

Gas buildup triggers explosion at Social Sciences University of Ankara; 6 hospitalized

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Turkiye–Egypt maritime trade strengthens as Cairo ranks first in container handling

Turkiye–Egypt maritime trade strengthens as Cairo ranks first in container handling

Nov 10 2025

After 14-year pause, Trabzon–Sochi ferry returns home as Russia blocks port entry

After 14-year pause, Trabzon–Sochi ferry returns home as Russia blocks port entry

Nov 10 2025

Azerbaijan liberates Karabakh: Citizens visit Khojaly Martyrs Cemetery, Aghdam Mosque

Azerbaijan liberates Karabakh: Citizens visit Khojaly Martyrs Cemetery, Aghdam Mosque

Nov 10 2025

Türkiye’s Makyol becomes Romania’s largest foreign contractor with $3.5B portfolio

Türkiye’s Makyol becomes Romania’s largest foreign contractor with $3.5B portfolio

Nov 10 2025

Belgium sends letters to 17-year-olds urging voluntary military service

Belgium sends letters to 17-year-olds urging voluntary military service

Nov 10 2025

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