Turkey
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:52:39 ZOver 100 Palestinians killed in Israeli bombardment in Gaza
More than 100 Palestinians were killed in renewed Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday.
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 05:47:55 ZTürkiye urges UN action over Israel’s Gaza City ground offensive
Türkiye’s presidential communications director on Tuesday called for urgent international action, especially by the U.N., after Israel’s launch of a new phase of its military offensive on Gaza City.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:33:54 ZWestern recognition of Palestine to intensify pressure on Israel: Erdoğan
An increasing number of Western nations declaring their intention to recognize a Palestinian state will put further pressure on Israel, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has stressed.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:15:15 ZNuclear plays central role in Türkiye's long-term energy strategy: Minister
Nuclear energy plays a central role in Türkiye's long-term energy strategy, which is built on the pillars of sustainable development, energy security and achieving net zero emissions by 2053, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said.
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:35:33 ZKirk suspect faces death penalty for aggravated murder charge
The suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk appeared in court Tuesday charged with the conservative activist's murder, as prosecutors said they were seeking the death penalty for a crime that has shaken the United States.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:36:00 ZHome sales increase by 6.8 percent year-on-year in August
Home sales in Türkiye increased 6.8 percent on an annual basis in August, reflecting a strong demand across the country, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) said on Sept. 16.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:53:47 ZTeen plotted fair, bar attacks before İzmir police station shooting, media says
A fairground and a pub were the initial targets of the assailant who carried out last week’s deadly attack on a police station in the western province of İzmir, but he later abandoned those plans, according to local media.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:52:10 ZTürkiye’s premier tech event Teknofest to open doors in Istanbul
Türkiye's premier technology event, Teknofest, is set to kick off in the Turkish metropolis of Istanbul on Sept. 17, weeks after the festival’s maritime edition.
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:19:43 ZAncient commercial life of Antiocheia in Hatay unearthed
Rescue excavations in the ancient city of Antiocheia in the southern province of Hatay have unearthed remains that shed light on the commercial life of the region in the fourth and fifth centuries.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:59:00 ZErdoğan calls for tougher sanctions on Israel after Doha attack
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Monday called for intensified diplomatic efforts to impose more sanctions on Israel, condemning its strike in Doha that targeted Hamas negotiators as a new level of “banditry.”
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:22:00 ZCourt postpones trial on CHP convention row till October
An Ankara court has postponed until Oct. 24 the hearing on a lawsuit seeking to annul the main opposition Republican People’s Party’s (CHP) convention in 2023.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:24:50 ZParliament panel to hear academics, NGOs on anti-terror bid
A parliamentary commission overseeing the government’s "terror-free Türkiye" initiative will hear from academics and non-governmental organizations in two days of meetings this week.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:13:00 ZEmotional homecoming for Türkiye's silver medalists after narrow EuroBasket defeat
Türkiye's national men's basketball team returned home on Monday to a rapturous welcome at Istanbul Airport following their silver medal finish at EuroBasket 2025, where they fell just short of the title in a thrilling final against Germany.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:17:18 ZHistoric underground monastery in Nevşehir set for revival as tourism hub
Authorities in the central province of Nevşehir are working to restore a historic underground monastery, with plans to open the centuries-old site to tourism.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:36:54 ZArt lover’s gift to a city
İzmir, the third most populous city in Türkiye, is known for its citizens' love of a leisurely, laid-back life.
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:15:41 ZTlos’ stadium and shops to be restored to former glory
Excavations in UNESCO-listed Tlos aim to restore the Roman-era stadium and its shops, revealing an 8-meter-wide colonnaded street and reviving a venue once used for festivals and even staged naval battles
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:49 ZLower US tariffs on Japan autos kick in
Lower U.S. tariffs on Japanese autos kicked in on Tuesday, as a relieved Tokyo welcomed the implementation of a trade pact negotiated with Washington.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:31:30 ZTurkish Airlines crowned Europe's best airline
Turkish Airlines (THY) has been named Europe's best airline for 2025 in the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards, outranking competitors like Air France, British Airways and Lufthansa.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:07:57 ZIEA says more oil and gas investment may be needed
New oil and gas projects may be necessary to maintain current production levels, the The International Energy Agency (IEA) said Tuesday, as it is in a public feud with the Trump administration over its forecasts for lower demand.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:55:58 ZSpain cancels major Israel arms deal amid Gaza backlash
The Spanish government has cancelled a contract worth nearly 700 million euros ($825 million) for Israeli-designed rocket launchers, according to an official document seen Monday by AFP.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:00:27 ZEurope stumped by Trump demands over Russia sanctions
U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded that allies stop buying Russian oil before he moves on punishing Moscow, and told them to hit China with tariffs.
Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:34:10 ZCluster bombs kill, wound over 1,200 in Ukraine since 2022: Monitor
Cluster munitions have killed or injured more than 1,200 civilians in Ukraine since Russia's full-scale invasion began, a monitor said Monday, decrying "troubling setbacks" in global efforts to eradicate the weapons.
Wed, 17 Sep 2025 06:17:58 ZJapanese ceramics exhibition marks Türkiye-Japan ties
A new exhibition, organized in cooperation with the Idemitsu Museum of Arts and Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry, features 59 rare works and highlights the deep cultural dialogue between the two nations
Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 ZFive 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.
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Sat, 01 Feb 2020 10:08:00 ZCappadocia 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 Z10 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 ZA 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 ZSeven 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 ZMost 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 ZIstanbul’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 ZRiveting 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 ZStockbreeders 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 ZFirst 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 ZEnchanting 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 ZColor 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 ZMost 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 ZTurkish 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 Z11 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 ZButterfly 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 ZBeyoncé, 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 ZThe 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 ZHandwritten '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 ZAizanoi, 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 ZTop 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 Z16 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 Z5 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 ZTop 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 ZWorld’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 ZAcademics 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 ZCeremonial 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 Z5 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 ZTop 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 ZTop 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 Z22 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 ZTop 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 ZTurkey’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 ZTurkish 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 ZMost 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 ZBest 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 ZTop 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 ZTop 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 ZTop 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 ZBest souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey
Best souvenirs to buy from 30 places in Turkey
Mon, 06 Aug 2018 09:43:00 Z15 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 ZTop 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...