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Britain deploys forces to Belgium after mysterious drone sightings

World

1 min read

Britain deploys military personnel, equipment to Belgium to help investigate mysterious drone incursions have disrupted airports, targeted military fa...

Britain deploys forces to Belgium after mysterious drone sightings

Air travel could slow to a trickle amid US government shutdown, officials warn

Americas

1 min read

Trump administration orders flight reductions at 40 US airports as six-week government shutdown leaves air traffic controllers working without pay

Air travel could slow to a trickle amid US government shutdown, officials warn

Turkish officials to mediate Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions in Islamabad visit

Diplomacy

3 min read

Turkish officials to mediate Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions in Islamabad visit

Palestinian Authority renews call for Hamas to disarm, saying it’s the only way forward

Hamas to disarm

3 min read

Palestinian Authority renews call for Hamas to disarm, saying it’s the only way forward

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

Nation

3 min read

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

'We have taken positive steps with both the United Kingdom and Germany on the Eurofighter issue,' says Erdogan

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

Defense

3 min read

Erdogan praises Pashinyan’s ‘courageous steps’ toward Armenia–Azerbaijan reconciliation

Turkic World

3 min read

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

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

Roman history

2 min read

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

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

workplace incidents

3 min read

Mixed team achievement marks first for Türkiye at World Championships

World Championship Rifle/Pistol

1 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

How Gaza War shattered hopes for Eastern Mediterranean peace

How Gaza War shattered hopes for Eastern Mediterranean peace

featured

4 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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Serbia fast-tracks demolition of bombed Yugoslav Army HQ for Kushner-backed hotel project

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Mixed team achievement marks first for Türkiye at World Championships

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Registration opens for UNHCR cash grant for Syrians returning voluntarily from Türkiye

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

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Egypt urges moving to next phase of Gaza plan

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

Turkish officials to mediate Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions in Islamabad visit

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

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

4.5 magnitude quake hits Türkiye's Marmara region, felt across Istanbul

Earthquake

3 min read

Local authorities report no major disruptions from the quake centered in Balikesir, with ongoing inspections continuing across the region

4.5 magnitude quake hits Türkiye's Marmara region, felt across Istanbul

China suspends export ban on critical metals to US

China suspends export ban on critical metals to US

US-China deal

4 min read

Türkiye’s DIGIAGE expands regional reach with Jordan accelerator and EU partnerships

Türkiye’s DIGIAGE expands regional reach with Jordan accelerator and EU partnerships

Tech

3 min read

Turkish Airlines set to meet Boeing and CFM over 737 MAX order amid engine issues

Turkish Airlines set to meet Boeing and CFM over 737 MAX order amid engine issues

Turkish Airlines

4 min read

Palestinian Authority renews call for Hamas to disarm, saying it’s the only way forward

Palestinian Authority renews call for Hamas to disarm, saying it’s the only way forward

Hamas to disarm

3 min read

Palestinian Deputy President Hussein al-Sheikh stressed that Hamas’s rule over Gaza must come to an end

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

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

Middle East

3 min read

The aid was delivered to displaced families living in camps in Port Sudan, the country’s administrative center

Syrian President Sharaa visits US for first White House talks in nearly 80 years

Syrian President Sharaa visits US for first White House talks in nearly 80 years

Middle East

5 min read

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa is expected to meet US Trump at the White House on Nov. 10

Bulgarian VP warns of crisis as state takes control of Russian-owned refinery

Bulgarian VP warns of crisis as state takes control of Russian-owned refinery

Balkans

4 min read

Bulgaria's vice president warns the country faces an "extremely difficult situation" if its largest oil refinery stops operating

Britain deploys forces to Belgium after mysterious drone sightings

Britain deploys forces to Belgium after mysterious drone sightings

World

4 min read

Air travel could slow to a trickle amid US government shutdown, officials warn

Air travel could slow to a trickle amid US government shutdown, officials warn

Americas

2 min read

Russian FM Lavrov signals readiness to meet US top diplomat Rubio

Russian FM Lavrov signals readiness to meet US top diplomat Rubio

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

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

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

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

Last Damascus sword craftsman honors Saudi entertainment chief with handmade blade

Middle East

3 min read

Saudi entertainment chief Turki Al-Sheikh meets top Syrian artists in Riyadh

Last Damascus sword craftsman honors Saudi entertainment chief with handmade blade

Mimar Sinan’s 470-year-old Haramidere Bridge sits abandoned in highway pit in Istanbul

Ottoman heritage

3 min read

Centuries-old Haramidere Bridge by Mimar Sinan lies overgrown and waterlogged under the E-5 in Istanbul, awaiting access and careful restoration

Mimar Sinan’s 470-year-old Haramidere Bridge sits abandoned in highway pit in Istanbul

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

600 players to be summoned in Turkish football betting probe flagged by Interpol: Report

600 players to be summoned in Turkish football betting probe flagged by Interpol: Report

betting scandal

5 min read

Türkiye lines up full 2026 cycling slate with Presidential Tour, European track championships

Türkiye lines up full 2026 cycling slate with Presidential Tour, European track championships

Events

5 min read

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GALATASARAY A.Ş.

GALATASARAY

12

29

2

FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.

FENERBAHÇE

11

25

3

TRABZONSPOR A.Ş.

TRABZONSPOR

12

25

4

GÖZTEPE A.Ş.

GÖZTEPE

12

22

5

BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş.

BEŞİKTAŞ JK

12

20

6

SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş.

SAMSUNSPOR

11

20

7

GAZİANTEP FUTBOL KULÜBÜ A.Ş.

GAZİANTEP FK

12

19

8

CORENDON ALANYASPOR

ALANYASPOR

12

15

9

KOCAELİSPOR

KOCAELISPOR

12

14

10

TÜMOSAN KONYASPOR

KONYASPOR

12

14

11

ÇAYKUR RİZESPOR A.Ş.

RİZESPOR

12

14

12

RAMS BAŞAKŞEHİR FUTBOL KULÜBÜ

BAŞAKŞEHİR FK

12

13

13

HESAP.COM ANTALYASPOR

ANTALYASPOR

12

13

14

GENÇLERBİRLİĞİ

GENÇLERBIRLIGI

12

11

15

KASIMPAŞA A.Ş.

KASIMPAŞA

12

10

16

ZECORNER KAYSERİSPOR

KAYSERİSPOR

11

9

17

İKAS EYÜPSPOR

EYÜPSPOR

11

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

Featured Videos

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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Britain deploys forces to Belgium after mysterious drone sightings

Britain deploys forces to Belgium after mysterious drone sightings

Nov 09 2025

Air travel could slow to a trickle amid US government shutdown, officials warn

Air travel could slow to a trickle amid US government shutdown, officials warn

Nov 09 2025

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

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

Nov 09 2025

Turkish officials to mediate Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions in Islamabad visit

Turkish officials to mediate Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions in Islamabad visit

Nov 09 2025

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

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

Nov 09 2025

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