http://feed.informer.com/digests/YOIQWNL8IM/feeder Middle East News Respective post owners and feed distributors Thu, 11 Jun 2015 09:05:19 -0400 Feed Informer http://feed.informer.com/ https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-to-step-up-fight-against-plastic-waste-marine-litter-212559 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:7405101b-521a-cbcf-0ffa-0175486eed67 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:35:54 -0400 Türkiye is set to impose new restrictions on single-use plastic products as part of a broader strategy to tackle plastic waste, marine litter and microplastics. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-to-sign-oil-gas-exploration-deals-in-pakistan-soon-bayraktar-212558 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:b52abc31-04fe-719e-edc1-6e18e7963c11 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:28:05 -0400 Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar announced that Türkiye will soon sign agreements for certain oil and natural gas exploration fields in Pakistan. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/positive-momentum-in-markets-bolsters-macro-financial-stability-simsek-212557 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:b755a245-35aa-dc2f-3898-9695b3150f9d Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:36:52 -0400 Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek stated that a positive cycle in financial markets is gaining strength, reinforcing macro-financial stability. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/wildfire-risk-could-persist-into-september-expert-warns-212556 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:64f40d6b-d9ff-24c5-a6c6-81b575d21196 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:33:01 -0400 Wildfire risk in Türkiye may persist into September due to prolonged heat, drought and lack of adequate rainfall, a climate change expert has warned. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-uses-next-gen-industrial-robots-in-defense-production-212554 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:34615be9-4094-be12-e931-05ff0cbeda25 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:26:59 -0400 The Turkish defense industry is utilizing next-generation industrial robots in manufacturing, with the technology now widespread across various sectors, including automotive, aviation, shipbuilding, and construction machinery. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/private-sector-external-debt-reaches-195-4-bln-in-june-212553 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:0c759376-ca68-e6b6-0497-b9119ca47b89 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:25:21 -0400 Türkiye's private sector external credit debt climbed to $195.4 billion in June, marking an $11.7 billion increase from the previous quarter and the highest level since November 2019, according to a report released by the Central Bank. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/construction-output-jumps-24-9-pct-in-june-212552 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:6a97f8d6-9a5b-97cc-e44a-e019652b5e18 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:23:57 -0400 Türkiye's construction production index surged 24.9 percent in June compared to the same month last year, while the services production index rose 3.7 percent, according to data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK). Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/japan-emperor-expresses-deep-remorse-80-years-after-wwii-212551 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:64065c53-fac2-9c71-070c-a266b5c6b5ad Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:19:09 -0400 Tens of thousands of people braved blazing heat to pay their respects at a controversial Japanese shrine on Aug. 15, as Emperor Naruhito spoke of his "deep remorse" on the 80th anniversary of the nation's World War II surrender. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/national-guard-deploys-800-personnel-for-dc-mission-212550 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:8c71a1ba-88d4-9ea5-62c6-b300b0890440 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:17:52 -0400 All 800 National Guard troops who were ordered to the U.S. capital Washington to aid law enforcement personnel by President Donald Trump have now been mobilized, the Pentagon said on Aug. 14. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/indian-rescuers-scour-debris-after-60-killed-in-flood-212549 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:3d93c3ef-1347-5188-2dfa-186f48e85828 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:16:07 -0400 Indian rescuers pulled bodies from mud and rubble on Aug. 15 after the latest deadly flood to crash through a Himalayan village killed at least 60 people and washed away dozens more. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/state-and-nation-hand-in-hand-24-years-212544 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:a74b1e64-c9bd-282a-6426-e1c2fa638b29 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 03:32:00 -0400 History engraves certain days onto the destiny of nations like an indelible seal. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/istanbuls-beyoglu-mayor-among-40-detained-in-corruption-probe-212543 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:4e6207e9-6e5f-e7f7-249c-a03e5cb8d59c Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:27:01 -0400 Turkish authorities have detained 40 people, including Istanbul's Beyoğlu Mayor İnan Güney, in a corruption investigation that also involves suspended Istanbul Metropolitan Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, the city’s chief prosecutor said Friday. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/istanbuls-beyoglu-mayor-among-40-detained-in-corruption-probe-212543 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:18a1b204-7f99-2725-4504-1073697759c9 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:27:00 -0400 Police on Aug. 15 detained more than 40 people, including Beyoğlu Mayor İnan Güney, in the latest wave of a sweeping corruption investigation into the Istanbul Municipality. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/un-chief-urges-israel-to-halt-west-bank-settlement-plan-212542 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:99272fab-bc9e-1448-b3c7-bafc0b5c025d Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:16:48 -0400 U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday strongly opposed Israel's plans to construct thousands of new settler units that would effectively split the occupied West Bank into two disconnected parts. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/trump-vows-not-to-be-intimidated-ahead-of-putin-summit-212540 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:e850a4ec-175e-ce30-f8d0-c3eab24e8ab2 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:01:31 -0400 U.S. President Donald Trump insisted Thursday he would not be intimidated by Russian leader Vladimir Putin on the eve of a high-stakes summit and said Ukraine would be involved in any deal on its fate. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-condemns-israeli-plans-to-build-settlements-in-e1-area-212539 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:0778b90f-dfff-dad0-b294-ca6101472ce0 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 17:07:00 -0400 The Turkish Foreign Ministry on Thursday condemned Israel’s approval of plans to build settlements in the E1 area in the West Bank. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/preparations-begin-to-return-gorilla-to-home-212537 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:4621243f-17d2-5628-8549-f5b13b47d50a Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:20:00 -0400 Preparations are underway to return Zeytin, a baby gorilla seized at Istanbul Airport last year, to her native Nigeria, the General Directorate of Nature Conservation and National Parks (DKMP) has announced. Arts & Life https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/erzurum-to-host-culture-route-festival-212536 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:5ede86a5-b73e-aa69-5d83-536289758e1f Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:17:00 -0400 Erzurum will host 400 events during the Culture Road Festival organized by the Culture and Tourism Ministry. Arts & Life https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/31st-sarajevo-film-festival-to-kick-off-with-red-carpet-ceremony-212535 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:df770f51-a958-e0ca-81cf-16a4c413b25d Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:13:00 -0400 The 31st Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF) opens on Aug. 14 with a red carpet ceremony at the National Theater in Bosnia-Herzegovina’s capital. Arts & Life https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/major-parks-to-double-as-equipped-disaster-assembly-areas-under-new-regulation-212530 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:5dbdc0a1-4586-fd13-2c93-35297168e02f Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:54:00 -0400 Large urban parks exceeding 5,000 square meters will be equipped with advanced infrastructure to serve as qualified assembly areas during disasters and emergencies, under a new regulation published in the Official Gazette. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-begins-rolling-out-e-signs-for-licensed-real-estate-offices-212529 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:4bf3f3b5-fd0c-0f32-2af6-93165097b1f4 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:51:00 -0400 Türkiye has begun rolling out new “E” signs at authorized real estate offices across the country in an effort to strengthen transparency and consumer confidence in the sector. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/erdogan-holds-phone-call-with-nato-chief-on-russia-ukraine-war-212527 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:4e2cbdc1-f890-ed20-fe06-5d5e0cdc6e2d Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:42:48 -0400 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke by phone with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Aug. 14 at the latter’s request, discussing recent developments in the Ukraine-Russia war. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/erdogan-vows-terror-free-turkiye-supporters-will-be-remembered-212524 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:5f972c25-becc-aafe-2eb0-f8759c62a8e0 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 08:42:00 -0400 President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan celebrated the 24th anniversary of his ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) on Aug. 14, pledging to continue a reform program aimed at advancing the "Century of Türkiye." Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/istanbuls-historic-sirkeci-station-under-restoration-for-cultural-revival-212522 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:e2ab3bfa-fb5d-a7bb-5cc6-9b44ed4c5857 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:56:14 -0400 Restoration work has begun at Sirkeci Train Station, one of Istanbul’s most iconic structures, prompting the closure of its railway museum and historic halls to visitors as the landmark prepares for a cultural revival. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/central-bank-keeps-year-end-inflation-forecast-stable-212521 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:66cd2ae7-7c01-7147-b08a-f100c234aff9 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:51:12 -0400 Türkiye’s Central Bank left its year-end inflation forecast for 2025 unchanged at 24 percent, Governor Fatih Karahan announced on Aug. 14. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkish-top-diplomat-holds-high-level-talks-in-doha-212519 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:6047fa00-0383-5c37-819b-76e0e7589979 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:41:55 -0400 Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has held high-level meetings with top Qatari officials during his two-day visit to Doha. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/israel-approves-new-west-bank-settlement-project-212516 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:4f8c802a-3bda-73d3-88f8-7ce6d9cccbf2 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:36:52 -0400 Israel’s far-right finance minister announced a contentious new settlement construction in the occupied West Bank on Aug. 14 which Palestinians and rights groups worry will scuttle plans for a future Palestinian state by effectively cutting the West Bank into two separate parts. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/japan-expo-visitors-stranded-overnight-by-halted-train-212514 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:fd0a56d1-637e-2ac8-69c3-ba0e2a305d2a Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:14:25 -0400 A sudden suspension of the sole train to Japan's Expo 2025 stranded more than 30,000 visitors, with some forced to spend a sweltering night near the station and more than 30 people sent to hospitals by Thursday morning. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/at-least-40-dead-in-sudans-cholera-outbreak-212513 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:369d284e-802b-e409-1adb-ee8abe79fbf4 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:12:45 -0400 At least 40 people have died in Sudan's Darfur region in the country's worst cholera outbreak in years, Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said on Aug. 14. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkish-farmers-seek-support-after-hit-by-drought-212512 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:ceb14b3c-e35e-6081-60ab-6b9b5d1a4c20 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:09:28 -0400 The chair of the Union of Turkish Chambers of Agriculture warns that drought could cause an agricultural disaster even greater than frost, urging a ‘drought aid’ for farmers Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/uk-pm-hosts-zelensky-in-london-on-eve-of-us-russia-summit-212511 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:8d507722-9571-3cba-129f-c5b92a9b35d8 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:07:12 -0400 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met Thursday in London with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer in a strong show of support on the eve of a key U.S.-Russia summit from which Kiev and its European allies have been excluded. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiyes-population-rises-by-nearly-160-000-in-first-half-of-2025-212510 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:2c088b6b-51c0-4a46-9930-0b458ef29921 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 06:00:26 -0400 Türkiye’s population has grown by 159,910 in the first six months of the year, reaching 85,824,854 as of July 1, according to newly released quarterly population statistics by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK). Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/firefighters-volunteers-mobilize-as-wildfires-force-evacuations-in-southern-turkiye-212509 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:c3ccb9c7-1a64-a0b2-b905-dd8685e358dd Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:59:27 -0400 Neighboring cities, volunteers and local firefighting teams on Aug. 14 mobilized to help contain fast-moving wildfires in Türkiye’s southern provinces of Mersin and Hatay, where hundreds of residents have been evacuated. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/bitcoin-hits-record-high-above-124-000-212507 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:157c96ff-c686-41cc-bb94-fe5493398f98 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:40:26 -0400 Bitcoin hit a record high on Thursday during early Asian trading, surpassing $124,000, driven by favorable U.S. legislation and a rise in U.S. equities. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/lula-announces-5-5-bln-in-credits-for-exporters-hit-by-us-tariffs-212505 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:d02a4188-ba20-3f4b-8db6-6eadaa420111 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 05:37:26 -0400 The Brazilian government has unveiled a plan to support local exporters affected by a 50 percent tariff imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump on several products from the South American nation. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/trump-eyes-three-way-meeting-with-putin-zelensky-212501 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:f9b4b880-af5d-4ec8-e6ac-3bc277b7008d Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:07:45 -0400 U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday he would seek a three-way meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin immediately after his Alaska summit with the Russian leader aimed at ending the three-year war in Ukraine. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/trump-eyes-three-way-meeting-with-putin-zelensky-212501 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:07a0bf16-bffc-5321-d34d-156c551f7083 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:07:00 -0400 Pressure mounts ahead of a landmark summit today in Alaska between the United States and Russia, as Donald Trump warned that Vladimir Putin had only one chance. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkish-african-business-event-wci-forum-kicks-off-in-istanbul-212500 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:d2f15b6c-76f8-68ef-5827-4036b28e8a20 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:04:05 -0400 The two-day World Cooperation Industries (WCI) Forum opened on Wednesday, bringing together Turkish and African business communities in Istanbul. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkish-businesspeople-invest-2-3b-in-africa-says-minister-212499 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:ce502b09-1a0e-7f94-4618-f17902d47792 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:02:57 -0400 Turkish businesspeople have invested $2.3 billion and employed 35,000 people in Africa, while the country’s construction business has been actively working on the continent with over 2,300 projects under its belt, the Turkish trade minister said. Economy https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkiye-botswana-ties-based-on-mutual-respect-fidan-212498 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:a297f53d-029c-dd34-73b0-46caf79609d9 Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:00:21 -0400 Türkiye's foreign minister said Wednesday that the country has made significant progress in its relations with the African continent “on the basis of mutual respect and the win-win principle." Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/piano-virtuoso-maksim-mrvica-to-perform-in-istanbul-212497 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:9bc4cd04-c8fb-5428-c3b0-036baa64a791 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:48:36 -0400 Globally acclaimed pianist Maksim Mrvica will perform at Volkswagen Arena in Istanbul on Oct. 25, as part of his “Segmenti World Tour.”   Arts & Life https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/18th-istanbul-biennial-announces-artists-for-first-leg-212496 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:5ee9b740-db47-b73c-426a-4569d5e65b6b Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:47:04 -0400 The 18th Istanbul Biennial has announced the list of artists who will participate in the first leg of its three-year program, set to run from Sept. 20 to Nov. 23, 2025, across eight venues in Istanbul’s Beyoğlu-Karaköy area. Arts & Life https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/antalyas-hidden-gem-the-turquoise-sea-cave-212495 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:a0376c91-e963-090f-37b6-fad5154a321e Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:45:17 -0400 Located in Antalya’s Konyaaltı district, Büyük Çaltıcak Beach is home to a stunning sea cave set amidst turquoise waters, attracting nature enthusiasts and photography fans alike. The beach, about 15 kilometers from downtown Antalya, is famed for its natural beauty and draws numerous local and international visitors daily.   Arts & Life https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/bolshoi-theater-to-take-stage-in-istanbul-212494 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:f96653a2-c25c-b4a7-6380-026ede19d42d Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:42:45 -0400 Russia’s Bolshoi Theater, one of the world’s most prestigious ballet companies, will perform in Istanbul for the first time in its history, presenting two iconic productions at Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM) this September. Arts & Life https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/citrus-growers-brace-for-heavy-losses-after-frost-drought-heat-wave-212492 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:d365126d-f2fb-6974-b52d-869ad4a4e66c Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:38:36 -0400 Citrus producers in Türkiye face one of their toughest seasons in recent years, with a combination of spring frosts, prolonged drought and a summer heat wave causing severe damage to orchards.   Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/intelligence-agency-unveils-document-linked-to-famed-poet-nazim-hikmet-212490 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:0d0d3127-5d12-db35-f44f-a0835a0de443 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:34:38 -0400 Türkiye’s intelligence agency has released an archive document containing a drawing, poem and signature believed to belong to prominent Turkish poet and novelist Nazım Hikmet. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/mediterraneans-invasive-pufferfish-now-part-of-marine-ecosystem-expert-warns-212489 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:9cc58cab-080e-76f4-429e-bd07f3c8ec2e Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:32:57 -0400 Pufferfish, a poisonous species long viewed as invasive, have become a permanent part of the Mediterranean’s natural population, an expert has warned.   Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/zelensky-says-putin-trump-summit-should-focus-on-ceasefire-in-ukraine-212488 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:2439a368-1d6d-dc20-749d-9a73c6e08e05 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:08:12 -0400 EU chief Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday hailed a "very good call" with Donald Trump and leaders of Ukraine and European countries, two days before the US president's meeting with Russia's Vladimir Putin. World https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/erdogan-vows-party-growth-stronger-campaign-212487 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:f9ee15e2-20b2-4950-231f-965edd19c236 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 08:59:17 -0400 President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has pledged that his ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) will continue to expand its ranks, promising new recruits. Türkiye https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/akp-to-mark-24th-anniversary-with-unity-themed-event-212484 Hurriyet Daily News urn:uuid:ebd224ef-7983-ec47-5c49-f7fef691b6c0 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:19:17 -0400 The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) will celebrate its 24th anniversary on Aug. 14 with a “meaningful” program, reflecting on more than two decades in power and highlighting its vision for the future. Türkiye