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MBS visit to Washington is a bid for parity with Gulf neighbors

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featured

5 min read

Saudi Arabia’s first man Salman’s visit is an indication of a regional competition for American guarantees

MBS visit to Washington is a bid for parity with Gulf neighbors

UK foreign minister plans new Sudan sanctions, criticizes global abandonment

new Sudan sanctions

2 min read

Sudan has been witnessing a power struggle since 2023 between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces

UK foreign minister plans new Sudan sanctions, criticizes global abandonment

ASELSAN signs new agreements, expands regional presence at Dubai Airshow 2025

Defense

2 min read

ASELSAN signs new agreements, expands regional presence at Dubai Airshow 2025

Trump administration secretly working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan: Report

Ukraine war

1 min read

Trump administration secretly working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan: Report

New Syria’s greater challenge: Rebuilding a fragmented security apparatus

Op-Ed

Op-Ed

Syria

6 min read

New Syria’s greater challenge: Rebuilding a fragmented security apparatus

Syria's President Ahmad al-Shara has major challenges in forming a unified state where all factions build loyaly toward the state

Türkiye links normalization with Armenia to Azerbaijan peace deal, says FM Fidan

Diplomacy

3 min read

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

Turkic World

3 min read

Could Aristotle’s ‘diver’s copper’ have come from Istanbul’s waters? New evidence points to yes

Could Aristotle’s ‘diver’s copper’ have come from Istanbul’s waters? New evidence points to yes

underwater archaeology

5 min read

Foreign investors eye new opportunities as Türkiye's startup ecosystem gains momentum

Foreign investors eye new opportunities as Türkiye's startup ecosystem gains momentum

Turkish Start-ups

6 min read

Galatasaray adds Milan’s Rafael Leao to shortlist after Lookman: Italian media

Galatasaray

1 min read

Nationalist leader Bahceli urges for speedy peace process, says might visit PKK's Ocalan

Nationalist leader Bahceli urges for speedy peace process, says might visit PKK's Ocalan

Devlet Bahceli

2 min read

4,500 year old Troy finds point to intercontinental trade, wealth

4,500 year old Troy finds point to intercontinental trade, wealth

Archaeology

3 min read

The woman behind the curtain: Sara Netanyahu and her influence on Israeli politics

The woman behind the curtain: Sara Netanyahu and her influence on Israeli politics

Op-Ed

7 min read

With Sharaa in the White House, Israel’s Syria policy just hit a wall

With Sharaa in the White House, Israel’s Syria policy just hit a wall

analysis

2 min read

Ronaldo’s White House visit rekindles Saudi Arabia’s expanding sportswashing strategy debate

Middle East

Ronaldo’s White House visit rekindles Saudi Arabia’s expanding sportswashing strategy debate

The timing of the visit underscores how closely Saudi Arabia’s sports investment...

India in US-China crosswinds: A new balancing act in an uncertain Asia

analysis

India in US-China crosswinds: A new balancing act in an uncertain Asia

India seeks to position itself strategically, but easing US–China tensions compl...

Are Turkish dramas promoting toxic relationships and anger?

featured

Are Turkish dramas promoting toxic relationships and anger?

Turkish TV dramas captivate global audiences with their emotional intensity, eve...

Expats in Türkiye

Number of detentions rises to 11 in fatal food poisoning probe in Istanbul

Number of detentions rises to 11 in fatal food poisoning probe in Istanbul

All about Türkiye's updated winter tire rules as 5-month period begins

All about Türkiye's updated winter tire rules as 5-month period begins

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

Editor's Pick

Beyond elections—Türkiye’s pivot in Iraq as US pulls back and Iran looms

Beyond elections—Türkiye’s pivot in Iraq as US pulls back and Iran looms

Türkiye positions itself as a crucial Euro-Atlantic partner in Iraq as the US prepares to withdraw forces by 2026

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Trump confirms F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia ahead of crown prince meeting

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India in US-China crosswinds: A new balancing act in an uncertain Asia

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Rafa Silva crisis deepens at Besiktas amid payment demands, training absence

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Washington cancels Lebanese army chief’s visit after verbal attack on Israel

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House votes 427-1 to release Epstein files after Trump drops opposition

Insight

Türkiye understands what the West forgot: Stability begins with legitimacy

Türkiye understands what the West forgot: Stability begins with legitimacy

Beijing’s rare earth power play at Belem COP30

Beijing’s rare earth power play at Belem COP30

Jagannath P. Panda

Trans-Afghan Railway: Is Uzbekistan's southern expansion a dangerous game?

Trans-Afghan Railway: Is Uzbekistan's southern expansion a dangerous game?

Zeynep Gizem Ozpinar

ASELSAN signs new agreements, expands regional presence at Dubai Airshow 2025

ASELSAN signs new agreements, expands regional presence at Dubai Airshow 2025

Defense

3 min read

ASELSAN expands Gulf partnerships at Dubai Airshow 2025 through new contracts and advanced defense technology displays

Türkiye convenes Polar Coordination Board first time to shape Antarctic strategy

polar research

4 min read

Türkiye’s new Polar Coordination Board meets, outlining plans for Antarctic base, research missions, cooperation, and expanded national polar presence

Türkiye convenes Polar Coordination Board first time to shape Antarctic strategy

Türkiye links normalization with Armenia to Azerbaijan peace deal, says FM Fidan

Diplomacy

5 min read

‘When Azerbaijan and Armenia sign a final peace agreement, we will be ready to normalize relations with Armenia,’ says FM Fidan

Türkiye links normalization with Armenia to Azerbaijan peace deal, says FM Fidan

Aselsan and Roketsan’s SIPER 1 marks major success with autonomous hit

ASELSAN

2 min read

Türkiye’s SIPER 1 hits target in first autonomous test at Sinop, proving long-range air defense capabilities as production and system upgrades advance

Aselsan and Roketsan’s SIPER 1 marks major success with autonomous hit

Google rolls out Gemini 3, its most advanced AI model

Google rolls out Gemini 3, its most advanced AI model

Artificial Intellegence

8 min read

Foreign investors eye new opportunities as Türkiye's startup ecosystem gains momentum

Foreign investors eye new opportunities as Türkiye's startup ecosystem gains momentum

Turkish Start-ups

6 min read

Trump begins search for new Fed Chair as Powell’s term nears end

Trump begins search for new Fed Chair as Powell’s term nears end

federal reserve

4 min read

UK foreign minister plans new Sudan sanctions, criticizes global abandonment

UK foreign minister plans new Sudan sanctions, criticizes global abandonment

new Sudan sanctions

2 min read

Sudan has been witnessing a power struggle since 2023 between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces

Istanbul hosts session for ‘Aleppo, Mother of All' campaign to rebuild city

Istanbul hosts session for ‘Aleppo, Mother of All' campaign to rebuild city

Middle East

1 min read

An introductory session for the 'Aleppo, Mother of All' campaign was held in Istanbul, with the attendance of an official delegation

MBS visit to Washington is a bid for parity with Gulf neighbors

MBS visit to Washington is a bid for parity with Gulf neighbors

featured

featured

8 min read

Saudi Arabia’s first man Salman’s visit is an indication of a regional competition for American guarantees

Ronaldo’s White House visit rekindles Saudi Arabia’s expanding sportswashing strategy debate

Ronaldo’s White House visit rekindles Saudi Arabia’s expanding sportswashing strategy debate

Middle East

7 min read

The timing of the visit underscores how closely Saudi Arabia’s sports investments now intersect with political outreach

Trump administration secretly working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan: Report

Trump administration secretly working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan: Report

Ukraine war

5 min read

Albanese says Australia won’t block Türkiye’s COP31 bid amid standoff

Albanese says Australia won’t block Türkiye’s COP31 bid amid standoff

World

7 min read

House votes 427-1 to release Epstein files after Trump drops opposition

House votes 427-1 to release Epstein files after Trump drops opposition

Americas

7 min read

Brazil releases COP30 draft proposing tripling of climate aid

Brazil releases COP30 draft proposing tripling of climate aid

climate crisis

6 min read

Izmir faces another dry year as experts warn water cuts could extend into 2026

Izmir faces another dry year as experts warn water cuts could extend into 2026

Environment

4 min read

WWF-Türkiye highlights gains as green sea turtles exit endangered category

WWF-Türkiye highlights gains as green sea turtles exit endangered category

sea turtles

6 min read

Could Aristotle’s ‘diver’s copper’ have come from Istanbul’s waters? New evidence points to yes

Could Aristotle’s ‘diver’s copper’ have come from Istanbul’s waters? New evidence points to yes

underwater archaeology

11 min read

Archaeologist Ahmet Bilir reveals that Aristotle’s 'diver’s copper' from Heybeliada may have supplied ancient Sicyon’s elite bronze sculptors

Gaza’s Pasha Palace restoration begins after Israeli attack damage and looting claims

Gaza

10 min read

Gaza’s Pasha Palace restoration begins as teams clear rubble and salvage stones, with experts planning a multi-year effort amid major damage and loss

Gaza’s Pasha Palace restoration begins after Israeli attack damage and looting claims

Shen sculpture marks first Turkish participation in 'Forever Is Now' exhibition at Giza

Forever Is Now

3 min read

The fifth edition of Art D’Égypte’s series will take place from Nov. 11 to Dec. 11, 2025, against the timeless backdrop of the Giza Pyramids

Shen sculpture marks first Turkish participation in 'Forever Is Now' exhibition at Giza

Alla Turca Ornamenti brings classical Turkish music to Guatemala, building cultural bridge through melody

Guatemala

5 min read

Alla Turca Ornamenti brought classical Turkish music to Guatemala, turning concerts and workshops into a cultural bridge between the two nations

Alla Turca Ornamenti brings classical Turkish music to Guatemala, building cultural bridge through melody

Galatasaray adds Milan’s Rafael Leao to shortlist after Lookman: Italian media

Galatasaray adds Milan’s Rafael Leao to shortlist after Lookman: Italian media

Galatasaray

3 min read

Türkiye seals playoff spot after 2-2 draw with Spain in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Türkiye seals playoff spot after 2-2 draw with Spain in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Football

5 min read

Turkish footballer Arda Turan pursues title for young Ukrainian fan surviving 35 surgeries

Turkish footballer Arda Turan pursues title for young Ukrainian fan surviving 35 surgeries

Football

16 min read

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GALATASARAY A.Ş.

GALATASARAY

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29

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FENERBAHÇE A.Ş.

FENERBAHÇE

12

28

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TRABZONSPOR A.Ş.

TRABZONSPOR

12

25

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SAMSUNSPOR A.Ş.

SAMSUNSPOR

12

23

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GÖZTEPE A.Ş.

GÖZTEPE

12

22

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BEŞİKTAŞ A.Ş.

BEŞİKTAŞ JK

12

20

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GAZİANTEP FUTBOL KULÜBÜ A.Ş.

GAZİANTEP FK

12

19

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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

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0

20

NET GLOBAL SİVASSPOR

SİVASSPOR

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0

21

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

Featured Videos

Istanbul’s Kabatas metro site hit by scaffolding collapse, several injured

Underwater World War I park in Türkiye's Gallipoli draws global diving interest

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

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Google rolls out Gemini 3, its most advanced AI model

Google rolls out Gemini 3, its most advanced AI model

Nov 19 2025

ASELSAN signs new agreements, expands regional presence at Dubai Airshow 2025

ASELSAN signs new agreements, expands regional presence at Dubai Airshow 2025

Nov 19 2025

UK foreign minister plans new Sudan sanctions, criticizes global abandonment

UK foreign minister plans new Sudan sanctions, criticizes global abandonment

Nov 19 2025

Trump administration secretly working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan: Report

Trump administration secretly working with Russia on new Ukraine peace plan: Report

Nov 19 2025

Istanbul hosts session for ‘Aleppo, Mother of All' campaign to rebuild city

Istanbul hosts session for ‘Aleppo, Mother of All' campaign to rebuild city

Nov 19 2025

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