Turkey

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:38:00 Z
Military helicopter crash kills four in eastern Türkiye
Four Turkish soldiers were killed when an S-70 military helicopter crashed in the eastern province of Malatya on Nov. 12, the Defense Ministry said.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:54:00 Z
Türkiye condemns Israeli strike on Gaza hospital
Türkiye on Nov. 13 slammed an Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza's Khan Younis that left six people dead, including medical personnel, branding the attack a flagrant breach of international law.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:46:38 Z
Erdoğan says economy must not come at environment’s expense
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan urged businesses to take greater responsibility for tackling climate change on Nov. 12, warning that sacrificing the environment for the economy would leave future generations to bear the cost.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:40:52 Z
Kurum urges firms to seek bigger share of clean energy investment
COP31 President Murat Kurum urged Turkish businesses on Nov. 12 to secure a larger share of the $2.2 trillion expected to be invested in clean energy worldwide this year.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:44:24 Z
Europe to join next Ukraine talks, US envoy says
European representatives will join the next round of Ukraine peace talks, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said, while Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated his opposition to foreign troops and demilitarized zones in Ukraine.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:48:51 Z
EU to review petition to suspend Israel agreement
The European Commission will examine a citizens’ initiative calling for the full suspension of the EU–Israel Association Agreement after it secured more than 1.1 million verified signatures.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:51:18 Z
Nvidia chief Huang resigns after affair reports
Nvidia said on Nov. 12 that co-founder Jensen Huang had resigned following reports of extramarital affairs, as its board investigates whether he was targeted by a foreign intelligence operation.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:59:51 Z
Türkiye boosts private theater aid to 116 million liras
Türkiye’s Culture and Tourism Ministry has allocated a record 116.4 million Turkish Liras ($2.32 million) to 391 private theater projects for the 2026-2027 season, aiming to support registered employment and expand access to theater nationwide.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:14:31 Z
Türkiye’s loses again ahead of tough France test
Türkiye will carry a five-match losing streak into its UEFA Nations League clash against France on Nov. 15, following a 2-1 defeat to Belgium that marked head coach Sergen Yalçın’s debut.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 08:31:00 Z
Türkiye signs energy and finance deals at COP31
Türkiye has signed several energy and financing agreements at COP31 in Antalya, including a renewable energy pact with China targeting about $15 billion in investment in Türkiye and $5.1 billion in deals with four development banks.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:58:46 Z
Turkish first lady urges everyday action to cut waste
First lady Emine Erdoğan called for greater use of traditional knowledge and everyday practices to reduce waste and tackle climate change at the COP31 summit in Antalya.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:51:07 Z
Türkiye, Saudi Arabia ready to deepen defense ties
Türkiye is ready to expand defense industry cooperation with Saudi Arabia, backed by over 1,400 projects and a $120 billion portfolio, the country’s top defense official said on Nov. 12.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:54:58 Z
Parliament speaker holds talks with MHP leader on anti-terror bid
Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş met with Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli on Nov. 12 as part of his efforts to advance the government’s “terror-free Türkiye” initiative through the establishment of a parliamentary mo...

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:59:32 Z
Bosphorus fishing sparks row over depth limits
Shore anglers and fishing crews are disputing whether purse seine boats violate a 24-meter minimum fishing depth in Istanbul’s Bosphorus, with anglers alleging damage to breeding grounds and crews insisting they operate legally.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:34:48 Z
Microsoft battling to fix global Outlook outage
Microsoft said on Thursday that efforts to repair a major outage of Outlook were not going as expected and the firm was seeking alternative solutions as users around the world were left without its crucial services.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:54:37 Z
Türkiye’s year-end inflation expectations edge up to 30 percent
The year-end consumer inflation (CPI) expectations for 2026 rose to 30.04 percent from 29.63 percent in the previous survey period, according to the Central Bank’s Survey of Market Participants released on Nov. 13.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:54:56 Z
CIF names first countries for climate adaptation funding
The Climate Investment Funds (CIF) named five countries and a regional initiative as the first participants in its ARISE climate adaptation program at COP31 in Antalya on Nov. 12.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:00:10 Z
Israel faces security tensions amid post-election uncertainty
Israel is facing mounting security concerns amid a post-election political transition, with opposition figures warning against potential military escalation with Iran and accusing caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of withholding critical se...

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:23:00 Z
Iraq orders oil-smuggling probe in armed group bastion
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali AlZaidi ordered an investigation into allegations of oil smuggling involving an Iranbacked armed group, state media reported on Nov. 11, as tension between the faction and the government grows.

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:16:38 Z
CSTO strips Armenia of voting rights: Kremlin
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) has decided to strip Armenia of its voting rights and its right to appoint representatives to key positions within the bloc, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:59:42 Z
AI reconstructs Ottoman Istanbul through newspaper archives
Researchers in Türkiye are using artificial intelligence to reconstruct Ottoman Istanbul in three dimensions, linking newspaper reports with historical maps and archival records to reveal daily life beyond the city’s appearance.

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:00:37 Z
Pompeiopolis mosaic expands as excavations continue
The mosaic uncovered at the ancient city of Pompeiopolis in Kastamonu has grown from 105 to approximately 120 square meters

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 Z
Five must-see ancient theatres in Turkey
As the lands of Turkey hosted numerous civilizations and empires for thousands of years, the country still carries traces of history. There are more than 50 unearthed ancient theaters in Anatolian lands, remaining from the Greek and Roman periods.  ...

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 10:08:00 Z
Cappadocia under snow: A winter fairy tale
As winter tightens its grip in Turkey, Cappadocia's beautiful scenery under a blanket of new pristine snow mesmerizes visitors. (IHA Photo)

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 04:02:00 Z
10 hidden beauties of Turkey for an isolated vacation
Turkey, with its abundance of natural and cultural heritages, is a place where tourists from all over the world can spend their holiday, whether it is an adventurous one or a calm one. While the Anatolian lands host millions of tourists every year in...

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 06:00:00 Z
A magical journey into the sea: Turkey’s underwater museum
Turkey’s first underwater museum takes scuba divers into a mystical journey with over 115 sculptures.

Sat, 29 Jun 2019 06:00:00 Z
Seven must-see ancient cities in Turkey
Turkey, with its abundant cultural heritage, was home to many ancient and archaic civilizations and empires. The patterns and remains of this rich history and culture are still evident in the ancient sites of Anatolian lands. Click through this photo...

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 21:05:00 Z
Most budget-friendly destinations for a fall getaway in Turkey
As the weather gets colder and Mother Nature gently spreads its autumn colors, destinations for fall getaways become more popular among the world’s tourists. Turkey, with its abundant natural heritage, offers budget-friendly and romantic destinatio...

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 10:03:00 Z
Istanbul’s emotion map revealed
The Mental Health Association, a Turkish-based non-governmental organization, has found the Maiden Tower in Istanbul is where the users of a smartphone application found the most romantic place in Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city.

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 09:28:00 Z
Riveting time-lapse photos of the night sky from east Turkey
A photographer from Turkey shot riveting time-lapse photos of the night sky from eastern Bingöl and Elazığ provinces.

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:35:59 Z
Stockbreeders life in Turkey's Van
Stockbreeders are seen with their flock at a countryside following snowfall during winter season in Van, Turkey on Jan. 27. (Source: Anadolu Agency)

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 14:12:00 Z
First supermoon of 2020 brightens up Edirne skies
A supermoon is seen over Turkey's northwestern Edirne province on Feb. 9, 2020. The astronomical event occurs when the moon is closest to Earth in its orbit, making it appear much larger and brighter than usual. (AA Photo)

Sat, 05 Oct 2019 11:58:00 Z
Enchanting sunset at Mount Nemrut
Visitors snap photos of massive stone heads that stare down on them from the summit of Mount Nemrut. (Source: The Associated Press)

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 06:15:00 Z
Color fest in autumn in Kazdağları
Chestnut forests in the Kazdağları, surrounded by yellow and red tones and autumn outfits, attract photographers and outdoor sports enthusiasts.

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 08:19:00 Z
Most bizarre Turkish superstitions that will surprise you
From seeing a black cat to breaking a mirror, Turkish culture embodies many superstitions that are quite unique. Click through for our list, prepared by İnci Hazal Özcan, to find out the most bizarre Turkish superstitions - which will definitely su...

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 21:05:00 Z
Turkish women who made history
With the birth of the Turkish Republic, many rights have been granted to women, marking a milestone in the history of both the country and the world. The modern republic’s founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, and his sweeping reforms have aimed to crea...

Wed, 08 May 2019 14:38:00 Z
11 prominent Turkish painters of 20th century
Don’t let the 150-year history of modern Turkish painting fool you; it is only the tip of the iceberg. Rooted in the 500-year history of traditional Ottoman miniaturization, the art of painting evolved in these lands when the society was released f...

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 21:05:00 Z
Butterfly garden in Central Anatolia draws 1.5 mln visitors in 5 years
The Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden is the only place in Turkey where one can observe every phase of metamorphosis, from small larvae to colorful butterflies.

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 08:56:00 Z
Beyoncé, Gaga offer hope at all-star event fighting COVID-19
Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, Lizzo, Shawn Mendes and others sang classic songs brimmed with messages of hope and change during a TV special aimed at fighting the coronavirus, while Beyoncé and Alicia Keys spoke passionately about how the virus has disp...

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 04:01:00 Z
The life of Whitney Houston to be made into feature film
The Oscar-nominated screenwriter behind “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “The Two Popes” has been lined up to write and co-produce a new feature film on the life of Whitney Houston, U.S. media reported April 22.

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 08:39:16 Z
Handwritten 'Hey Jude' lyrics sell for $910,000
A sheet of paper bearing Paul McCartney's handwritten lyrics to "Hey Jude" sold for $910,000 in an online auction held on April 10 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Beatles' historic split.    

Sat, 10 Aug 2019 06:00:00 Z
Aizanoi, the second Ephesus of Turkey
Aizanoi, located in the western province of Kütahya’s Çavdarhisar district and on the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage, is home to the best-protected temple in Anatolia: The Temple of Zeus. (Photos: Alamy)

Sat, 22 Jun 2019 07:00:00 Z
Top 10 sites for camping in Turkey
From the Black Sea region to the serene beauty of the Aegean and the Mediterranean, Turkey offers picturesque camping sites for those seeking a budget-friendly holiday in the wilderness. Click through for our list, prepared by İnci Hazal Özcan, inc...

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 09:03:00 Z
16 astonishing UNESCO sites you probably didn’t know were in Turkey
Turkey has been the host to many ancient civilizations and empires for ages. Its heritage can be seen in its preserved sites, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Some of them remain largely undiscovered, though. Click through for our list, p...

Thu, 23 May 2019 07:41:00 Z
5 hidden exotic paradises of Turkey
Crystal clear waters, golden beaches and abundant natural heritages, along with thousands of artifacts and ruins from ancient times, the Anatolian lands intrigue many guests from overseas. But for those looking for a calmer journey in Turkey, the cou...

Sat, 22 Sep 2018 09:24:00 Z
Top 15 exciting places and activities in Turkey
For lovers of adrenaline sports and wildlife activities, Turkey presents a number of breathtaking options. Click through for the full list with a bonus in the end...

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 08:27:30 Z
World’s top 20 beautiful cities list has one Turkish metropolis
Turkey’s metropolis Istanbul has been ranked 17th in the list of the most beautiful cities in the world by online travel agency Flight Network. Click through for the top 20 most beautiful cities in photos… (Photos: Alamy)

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:01:00 Z
Academics spending more than 30 years in ancient excavation area
As 2020 was declared the Year of Patara, interest increased in the ancient city, located between the resort districts of Kaş and Fethiye

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 13:56:00 Z
Ceremonial Hall, the most spectacular room of Dolmabahçe
Dolmabahçe Palace has been astonishing visitors with its stunning architecture and breathtaking designs but the most astounding room it houses is the Ceremonial Hall.

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 21:17:00 Z
5 must-visit Turkish villages
Turkey is one of the most extraordinary countries to visit. Here, we list the 5 unmissable villages in the country.

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 13:26:00 Z
Top 10 waterfront restaurants in Turkey, selected by Hürriyet jury
Whether it is the gorgeous Bosphorus or the biblical River Euphrates, Turkey provides many options for those who would like to dine at a waterfront venue. Click through for the top 10 waterfront restaurants in Turkey selected by Hürriyet Travel’s ...

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:23:02 Z
Top 5 best treks near Istanbul
Love the outdoors and exploring on foot? Here are some of the best hiking trails in near Istanbul!

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 10:42:00 Z
22 unique experiences in Turkey, from petting stray cats to oil wrestling
If you come to Turkey, you should not leave without experiencing at least some of its uniqueness. See, hear, feel, eat, travel, have fun and love in Turkish style. Click through our list of unique experiences that you can only have in Turkey...

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 13:14:00 Z
Top 10 natural marvels in Turkey selected by Hürriyet’s jury
The Anatolian geography with its climate, unique location and biodiversity is home to several unique natural beauties. Lakes in the green valleys, mountain plains, unique rock formations, rivers, valleys and beaches… Hürriyet Travel has compiled t...

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 07:23:00 Z
Turkey’s top 50 female CEOs
Turkish business magazines Capital and Ekonomist have selected the “50 Powerful Female CEOs” of Turkey. Here is the full list announced at a ceremony in Istanbul on Sept. 5, 2018:

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 10:20:00 Z
Turkish doctors become social media influencers
A recent trend on social media in Turkey is the increasing influence of a group of good-looking Turkish doctors. Click through for the photo story by Hürriyet reporter Kübra Genç...

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 07:59:00 Z
Most popular Turkish pilot on social media changes job
Ebru Ünsal, who has been described as the most popular Turkish pilot on social media, has switched jobs. Click through for the story in photos...

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 10:02:00 Z
Best restaurants in Istanbul, ranked by Turkey's Pearly Gastronomy Guide
The Hürriyet newspaper's jury of experts has created the "Pearly Gastronomy Guide" to rank Turkey's best restaurants. Click through for the top 20 restaurants in Istanbul, according to the 2018 guide...

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 14:48:00 Z
Top 10 boutique hotels in Turkey
Daily Hürriyet’s travel supplement, Seyahat, has listed the top 10 boutique hotels in Turkey. Click through for the story in photos...

Wed, 08 Aug 2018 08:46:00 Z
Top 29 must-try Turkish street foods
Turkey is frequently described as a paradise when it comes to cuisine. Along with that, it also has hidden treasures in its streets as well. Click through for the top 29 Turkish street foods from "wet" hamburger to roasted chestnut, selected by the g...

Fri, 17 Aug 2018 09:08:00 Z
Top 20 museums in Turkey
As a historic home to great civilizations like the Roman and Ottoman empires, Turkey has some of the world’s best museums. Click through for our top 20...

Thu, 20 Aug 2015 13:54:05 Z
Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey
Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 09:43:00 Z
15 best hotels of Turkey in 2018, according to Tripadvisor
Tripadvisor’s annual list of best hotels has been published. Click through for the top 15 hotels in Turkey that won Travellers’ Choice 2018 awards with the votes of the website’s users.

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 09:08:00 Z
Top 9 places in Turkey for vacation in September
Those who have not been able to go on vacation over the summer or those who wish to extend their vacation can check Hürriyet Travel’s list for the best holiday destinations in Turkey in the month of September. Click through for the story in photos...

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