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Ankara prepares to host NATO 2026 Leaders Summit, second major summit since 2004

NATO 2026

4 min read

NATO leaders' summit, July 7-8, 2026, in Ankara, as Türkiye prepares major security operations and infrastructure upgrades

Ankara prepares to host NATO 2026 Leaders Summit, second major summit since 2004

'If Moscow attacks Brussels, we’ll erase it from the map,' Belgium warns

war in Ukraine

1 min read

Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken warned Belgium would 'erase Moscow from the map' if Russia struck Brussels, stressing NATO unity

'If Moscow attacks Brussels, we’ll erase it from the map,' Belgium warns

Gaza leadership nominee Shawa urges coordination with Palestinian Authority on governance

Gaza administration

2 min read

Gaza leadership nominee Shawa urges coordination with Palestinian Authority on governance

Türkiye plans to operate 44 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets

Eurofighter Typhoon

6 min read

Türkiye plans to operate 44 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets

It’s time for Israel to 'give credit' to Türkiye for successful Gaza mediation

analysis

analysis

Israel Türkiye

14 min read

It’s time for Israel to 'give credit' to Türkiye for successful Gaza mediation

Shifting regional dynamics, US policy changes have positioned Türkiye as key actor in shaping post-war Gaza, Türkiye Today columnist Pinar Dost argues

Türkiye officially acquires 20 UK Typhoon fighter jets in £8 billion deal signed with Britain

Defense

3 min read

UK Prime Minister Starmer visits TAI, receives briefing on Türkiye's KAAN fighter jet

Defense

5 min read

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

Event Guide

4 min read

Turkish-led restoration keeps Albania’s Shkodra Lead Mosque safe from floods

Turkish-led restoration keeps Albania’s Shkodra Lead Mosque safe from floods

Balkans

1 min read

Vatican unveils itinerary as Pope Leo XIV prepares to visit Ankara, Istanbul, Iznik

Nation

2 min read

Clouds clear over Turkish market as political uncertainty fades

Clouds clear over Turkish market as political uncertainty fades

Op-Ed

2 min read

Why Türkiye is so adamant about acquiring Eurofighter Typhoons despite risks

Why Türkiye is so adamant about acquiring Eurofighter Typhoons despite risks

Op-Ed

9 min read

PKK withdrawal from Türkiye more symbolic than genuine

PKK withdrawal from Türkiye more symbolic than genuine

analysis

2 min read

Remains of a Roman hippodrome found in Türkiye's Kayseri, once capital of Cappadocia

Remains of a Roman hippodrome found in Türkiye's Kayseri, once capital of Cappadocia

Archaeology

2 min read

Explained: Is Türkiye’s new tax package fiscal fix or middle-class squeeze?

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Explained: Is Türkiye’s new tax package fiscal fix or middle-class squeeze?

The reform is projected to generate around ₺350 billion (approximately $8.3 bill...

Exclusive: Who's Huseyin Gun, the Turkish financier accused of espionage linked to Israel, Britain?

Huseyin Gun

Exclusive: Who's Huseyin Gun, the Turkish financier accused of espionage linked to Israel, Britain?

A biography of Turkish financier Huseyin Gun, detailing his career and 2025 arre...

Yasemin Minguzzi’s pursuit of justice: How a mother’s voice resonated across Türkiye

Crime

Yasemin Minguzzi’s pursuit of justice: How a mother’s voice resonated across Türkiye

A mother’s campaign for accountability sparks nationwide debate on justice, tran...

Expats in Türkiye

Turkish man agrees to provide financial support for cats in divorce settlement

Turkish man agrees to provide financial support for cats in divorce settlement

Marmara earthquake could cause $11.9 billion in insured damages: Report

Marmara earthquake could cause $11.9 billion in insured damages: Report

Perceptions vs realities: What Türkiye’s new amendment for Turkish-origin expats means

Perceptions vs realities: What Türkiye’s new amendment for Turkish-origin expats means

Editor's Pick

International justice and accountability: Double standards in Russia-Ukraine and Gaza conflicts

International justice and accountability: Double standards in Russia-Ukraine and Gaza conflicts

Double standards on Ukraine, Gaza expose Global North dominance, writes Pinar Dost for Türkiye Today

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Türkiye’s archaeologists reconnect with Roman Empire’s eastern legions

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AJet to expand Iraq routes with new direct flights from Ankara, Istanbul

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Türkiye’s latest quake released energy equal to an atomic bomb, earthquake expert says

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Grand Egyptian Museum displays 15,000 artifacts never before exhibited

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Swiss drugmaker Novartis strikes $12B deal to acquire US-based Avidity Biosciences

Insight

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

Why does UK want Balkans to take its rejected migrants?

Why does UK want Balkans to take its rejected migrants?

Why Türkiye–Kuwait ties are yet to reach their full potential?

Why Türkiye–Kuwait ties are yet to reach their full potential?

Betul Dogan Akkas

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

Event Guide

6 min read

Istanbul’s November 2025 calendar brings global concerts, culinary festivals, and inspiring art events for visitors and expats alike

Ankara prepares to host NATO 2026 Leaders Summit, second major summit since 2004

NATO 2026

8 min read

NATO leaders' summit, July 7-8, 2026, in Ankara, as Türkiye prepares major security operations and infrastructure upgrades

Ankara prepares to host NATO 2026 Leaders Summit, second major summit since 2004

Vatican unveils itinerary as Pope Leo XIV prepares to visit Ankara, Istanbul, Iznik

Nation

5 min read

Pope Leo XIV’s first trip abroad spans Ankara, Istanbul, Iznik and Beirut, mixing state meetings, interfaith encounters, and public worship across six days

Vatican unveils itinerary as Pope Leo XIV prepares to visit Ankara, Istanbul, Iznik

Türkiye plans to operate 44 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets

Eurofighter Typhoon

11 min read

Türkiye signs deal for 20 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets from the UK as part of a plan to operate 44 total aircraft, including 12 each from Qatar and Oman

Türkiye plans to operate 44 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets

IFC extends $150M sustainability-linked loan to Türkiye's largest energy distributor Enerjisa

IFC extends $150M sustainability-linked loan to Türkiye's largest energy distributor Enerjisa

external financing

4 min read

Swiss drugmaker Novartis strikes $12B deal to acquire US-based Avidity Biosciences

Swiss drugmaker Novartis strikes $12B deal to acquire US-based Avidity Biosciences

pharmaceuticals

4 min read

AJet to expand Iraq routes with new direct flights from Ankara, Istanbul

AJet to expand Iraq routes with new direct flights from Ankara, Istanbul

Tourism

3 min read

Turkish-led restoration keeps Albania’s Shkodra Lead Mosque safe from floods

Turkish-led restoration keeps Albania’s Shkodra Lead Mosque safe from floods

Balkans

1 min read

Flood protection measures and restoration efforts preserve Albania’s largest Ottoman-era mosque

Gaza leadership nominee Shawa urges coordination with Palestinian Authority on governance

Gaza leadership nominee Shawa urges coordination with Palestinian Authority on governance

Gaza administration

4 min read

Al-Shawa affirmed that the technocratic committee in Gaza must work in coordination with the Palestinian Authority

UN investigation finds Russia committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine displacement

UN investigation finds Russia committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine displacement

Region

7 min read

UN inquiry finds Russia's systematic drone attacks on Ukrainian civilians amount to crimes against humanity and forcible displacement

Palestinian President Abbas appoints Hussein al-Sheikh as deputy amid internal debate

Palestinian President Abbas appoints Hussein al-Sheikh as deputy amid internal debate

Abbas’s deputy

5 min read

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas named his deputy, Hussein al-Sheikh, to assume presidential duties in his absence

'If Moscow attacks Brussels, we’ll erase it from the map,' Belgium warns

'If Moscow attacks Brussels, we’ll erase it from the map,' Belgium warns

war in Ukraine

2 min read

Trump meets Japan’s 1st female PM Takaichi, vows ‘stronger than ever’ alliance

Trump meets Japan’s 1st female PM Takaichi, vows ‘stronger than ever’ alliance

World

9 min read

Argentine markets soar as Javier Milei scores decisive midterm victory

Argentine markets soar as Javier Milei scores decisive midterm victory

Americas

6 min read

Türkiye’s latest quake released energy equal to an atomic bomb, earthquake expert says

Türkiye’s latest quake released energy equal to an atomic bomb, earthquake expert says

Earthquake

4 min read

Thunderstorm, sudden downpour disrupt life across Istanbul

Thunderstorm, sudden downpour disrupt life across Istanbul

Weather

3 min read

Perfume habits of Turks: What’s in the daily routine?

Perfume habits of Turks: What’s in the daily routine?

Lifestyle

2 min read

Topkapi Palace’s historic 'cat door' back in use, revived by Serbet—the granddaughter of Mulayim

Topkapi Palace’s historic 'cat door' back in use, revived by Serbet—the granddaughter of Mulayim

History

5 min read

Topkapi’s restored 'cat door' in the Harem returns to use, as Serbet—granddaughter of Mulayim—reanimates a gentle palace tradition in Türkiye’s landmark

Grand Egyptian Museum displays 15,000 artifacts never before exhibited

Grand Egyptian Museum

4 min read

The Grand Egyptian Museum is the largest of its kind in the world, housing more than 100,000 artifacts

Grand Egyptian Museum displays 15,000 artifacts never before exhibited

Türkiye's Pompeiopolis unearths shrine pointing to future Christian pilgrimage hub

Archaeology

8 min read

Pompeiopolis reveals a Christian shrine, suggesting the ancient city could evolve into a pilgrimage center as work continues on its basilica and mosaics

Türkiye's Pompeiopolis unearths shrine pointing to future Christian pilgrimage hub

Direkli Cave reveals 13,000-year-old bone awls, beadwork in southeastern Türkiye

Archaeology

4 min read

Direkli Cave team uncovers 13,000-year-old bone awls and beads in Kahramanmaras, indicating specialized craftwork and clear dating to ca. 11,000 BC in Türkiye

Direkli Cave reveals 13,000-year-old bone awls, beadwork in southeastern Türkiye

Over 150 Turkish referees place illegal bets on matches, prompting massive investigation

Over 150 Turkish referees place illegal bets on matches, prompting massive investigation

Football

5 min read

Alleged match-fixing scandal rocks Turkish football as majority of referees found betting

Alleged match-fixing scandal rocks Turkish football as majority of referees found betting

Turkish football

14 min read

Fenerbahce Beko captain Melih Mahmutoglu caught driving under influence in Istanbul

Fenerbahce Beko captain Melih Mahmutoglu caught driving under influence in Istanbul

Fenerbahce Beko

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GALATASARAY A.Ş.

GALATASARAY

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TRABZONSPOR A.Ş.

TRABZONSPOR

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FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.

FENERBAHÇE

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22

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GAZİANTEP FUTBOL KULÜBÜ A.Ş.

GAZİANTEP FK

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17

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BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş.

BEŞİKTAŞ JK

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SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş.

SAMSUNSPOR

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GÖZTEPE A.Ş.

GÖZTEPE

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TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR

KONYASPOR

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CORENDON ALANYASPOR

ALANYASPOR

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KOCAELİSPOR

KOCAELISPOR

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11

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KASIMPAŞA A.Ş.

KASIMPAŞA

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10

12

HESAP.COM ANTALYASPOR

ANTALYASPOR

10

10

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RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FUTBOL KULÜBÜ

BAŞAKŞEHİR FK

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10

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ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş.

RİZESPOR

10

10

15

İKAS EYÜPSPOR

EYÜPSPOR

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8

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GENÇLERBİRLİĞİ

GENÇLERBIRLIGI

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ZECORNER KAYSERİSPOR

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BODRUM FK

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ADANA DEMİRSPOR A.Ş.

ADANA DEMİRSPOR

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ATAKAŞ HATAYSPOR

HATAYSPOR

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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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Turkish-led restoration keeps Albania’s Shkodra Lead Mosque safe from floods

Turkish-led restoration keeps Albania’s Shkodra Lead Mosque safe from floods

Oct 28 2025

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

Oct 28 2025

Ankara prepares to host NATO 2026 Leaders Summit, second major summit since 2004

Ankara prepares to host NATO 2026 Leaders Summit, second major summit since 2004

Oct 28 2025

Gaza leadership nominee Shawa urges coordination with Palestinian Authority on governance

Gaza leadership nominee Shawa urges coordination with Palestinian Authority on governance

Oct 28 2025

'If Moscow attacks Brussels, we’ll erase it from the map,' Belgium warns

'If Moscow attacks Brussels, we’ll erase it from the map,' Belgium warns

Oct 28 2025

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