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US operation aims at regime change, re-establishing dominance in South America: Experts

Americas

4 min read

Turkish experts say that the US operation aims at regime change, re-establishing dominance in South America, and warn of irregular warfare

US operation aims at regime change, re-establishing dominance in South America: Experts

Venezuela's Maduro arrested to stand trial on criminal charges in US: Sen. Mike Lee

Americas

5 min read

'Maduro arrested by U.S. personnel to stand trial on criminal charges,' Rubio says, 'no further action' anticipated in a Delta Force operation

Venezuela's Maduro arrested to stand trial on criminal charges in US: Sen. Mike Lee

Cuba, Colombia and Iran condemn US military strikes on Venezuela

Americas

5 min read

Cuba, Colombia and Iran condemn US military strikes on Venezuela

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

Iran

7 min read

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

Trump announces capture of Venezuela's Maduro after strikes on military sites

Americas

3 min read

Trump announces capture of Venezuela's Maduro after strikes on military sites

Trump announces that US has captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in a "large scale strike" hours after explosions

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

Americas

4 min read

Venezuela calls population to streets after US strikes in state of emergency

Americas

8 min read

US strikes on Venezuela revive memories of Panama 1989 as Maduro capture claim disputed

US strikes on Venezuela revive memories of Panama 1989 as Maduro capture claim disputed

Maduro

5 min read

Africa’s oldest known cremation discovered in Malawi, redefining Stone Age rituals

Africa’s oldest known cremation discovered in Malawi, redefining Stone Age rituals

Archaeology

4 min read

Türkiye steps up global effort to recover illegally exported cultural heritage, minister says

Cultural heritage

2 min read

Spotlight

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

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

Op-Ed

7 min read

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

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

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

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

Discover

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

Most Read

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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

At least 391 women killed by men in Türkiye in 2025, watchdog report shows

At least 391 women killed by men in Türkiye in 2025, watchdog report shows

Crime

7 min read

A TKDF report shows that at least 391 women were killed by men in Türkiye in 2025, with most cases linked to domestic and intimate partner violence

British expatriates mark New Year with colorful swim in Antalya

Expats

2 min read

British expatriates in Antalya’s Kas district rang in the new year with a traditional sea dip, wearing colorful costumes at Kalkan Beach

British expatriates mark New Year with colorful swim in Antalya

TEI secures $2.95B aviation engine export orders

Defense

3 min read

Türkiye's TEI secures $2.95 billion in aviation engine export orders for 22 engine programs; total backlog reaches $8.2 billion, deliveries begin in 2026

TEI secures $2.95B aviation engine export orders

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

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

Food and beverage exports from Türkiye edge down in first 11 months

Food and beverage exports from Türkiye edge down in first 11 months

Business

4 min read

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

Israel's Somaliland recognition aims to distract world from Gaza atrocities: Somalia UN Envoy

Israel's Somaliland recognition aims to distract world from Gaza atrocities: Somalia UN Envoy

Middle East

9 min read

Somalia's United Nations envoy Abukar Dahir Osman says Israel's Somaliland recognition 'purely destructive,' aims to distract from Gaza

Yemen's STC announces constitution for 'State of South Arabia'

Yemen's STC announces constitution for 'State of South Arabia'

Middle East

9 min read

STC announces constitution for 'State of South Arabia,' two-year transition to independence referendum. Saudi strikes STC

Angelina Jolie reviews Gaza aid operations at Rafah crossing, reiterates support for Palestinians

Angelina Jolie reviews Gaza aid operations at Rafah crossing, reiterates support for Palestinians

Palestine

5 min read

Angelina Jolie reviews Gaza aid at the Rafah crossing, meets Egyptian Red Crescent teams, and outlines plans to support orphaned children affected by the war

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

US strikes on Venezuela revive memories of Panama 1989 as Maduro capture claim disputed

US strikes on Venezuela revive memories of Panama 1989 as Maduro capture claim disputed

Maduro

9 min read

Venezuela's Maduro arrested to stand trial on criminal charges in US: Sen. Mike Lee

Venezuela's Maduro arrested to stand trial on criminal charges in US: Sen. Mike Lee

Americas

12 min read

Cuba, Colombia and Iran condemn US military strikes on Venezuela

Cuba, Colombia and Iran condemn US military strikes on Venezuela

Americas

9 min read

A magical winter stop: Snow-covered Sumela Monastery welcomes visitors

A magical winter stop: Snow-covered Sumela Monastery welcomes visitors

Travel

Ardahan's Gole district records Türkiye's coldest temperature at minus 39.7 degrees Celsius

Ardahan's Gole district records Türkiye's coldest temperature at minus 39.7 degrees Celsius

Weather

6 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

Türkiye steps up global effort to recover illegally exported cultural heritage, minister says

Türkiye steps up global effort to recover illegally exported cultural heritage, minister says

Cultural heritage

6 min read

Türkiye says its determined legal and diplomatic push is paying off as thousands of illegally exported cultural artifacts are returned home

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

History Channel ends Türkiye broadcasts following long documentary run

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

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

Club

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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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Africa’s oldest known cremation discovered in Malawi, redefining Stone Age rituals

Africa’s oldest known cremation discovered in Malawi, redefining Stone Age rituals

Jan 03 2026

US operation aims at regime change, re-establishing dominance in South America: Experts

US operation aims at regime change, re-establishing dominance in South America: Experts

Jan 03 2026

US strikes on Venezuela revive memories of Panama 1989 as Maduro capture claim disputed

US strikes on Venezuela revive memories of Panama 1989 as Maduro capture claim disputed

Jan 03 2026

Türkiye steps up global effort to recover illegally exported cultural heritage, minister says

Türkiye steps up global effort to recover illegally exported cultural heritage, minister says

Jan 03 2026

Venezuela's Maduro arrested to stand trial on criminal charges in US: Sen. Mike Lee

Venezuela's Maduro arrested to stand trial on criminal charges in US: Sen. Mike Lee

Jan 03 2026

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