» Intel chief meets parliament speaker over 'terror-free Türkiye' bid
09/07/25 10:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
National Intelligence Organization (MİT) chief İbrahim Kalın held a rare public meeting with Parliament Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş to discuss the Turkish parliament's role in PKK's disbandment and dissolution, which would resolve the five-d...
» Turkish economy becomes more resilient, says Şimşek
09/07/25 09:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek met with investors during a two-day visit to London, where he presented Türkiye’s economic outlook and structural reform agenda.
» Israel, Hamas defiant as US presses for Gaza ceasefire
09/07/25 07:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel's bid to crush Hamas's capabilities and bring the hostages home dominated talks between Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump, the Israeli prime minister has said, even as the Palestinian militants vowed no surrender in Gaza.
» FM: Turkish firms to begin energy exploration off Pakistan
09/07/25 07:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish companies will conduct oil and natural gas exploration activities off the coast of Pakistan, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced on July 9.
» Türkiye to destroy half-century-long ‘terror wall’: Erdoğan
09/07/25 07:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye will soon destroy "half-century-long terror wall" as PKK terror group will start dropping their weapons in the coming days, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has said, vowing to create "terror-free region" after securing a "terror-f...
» Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders to meet for peace talks in UAE Thursday
09/07/25 05:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan will meet on Thursday in the United Arab Emirates for peace talks, two days after the U.S. expressed hope for a swift deal.
» Öcalan says PKK disarmament to happen 'swiftly'
09/07/25 05:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Jailed PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan renewed a call on July 9 for the terror group members to lay down their arms, days before a symbolic disarmament ceremony is expected to take place in the government's "terror-free Türkiye" initiative.
» Cooling points set for public relief as heat wave grips Istanbul
09/07/25 05:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
With Istanbul’s temperatures soaring far above seasonal averages, numerous cooling stations have been established across the city, offering residents a welcome respite from the intense, sweltering heat.
» Ukraine says Russia launched largest drone, missile attack of war
09/07/25 04:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia fired its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine in more than three years of war, Kiev said Wednesday after strikes that mainly targeted areas furthest from the front line.
» Türkiye moves to restrict AI chatbot Grok over hateful content
09/07/25 04:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish prosecutors have launched an investigation into Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok and moved to restrict access to certain posts after the tool shared hateful and offensive content targeting religious and national sensitivities late on ...
» Cruise boom in Türkiye: Industry charts record-breaking course in 2025
09/07/25 03:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is riding a wave of growth in cruise tourism as both domestic demand and international arrivals surge.
» Turkish tea exported to 104 countries in January-June
09/07/25 03:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish tea, one of the most important agricultural products of the country, was sold to 104 countries in the first six months of the year, primarily to Europe, according to data from the Eastern Black Sea Exporters’ Association (DKİB).
» Trump mulls 50 pct copper tariff, says no extension to August deadline
09/07/25 02:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump has said that he would not extend an Aug. 1 deadline for higher U.S. tariffs to take effect on dozens of economies, while announcing plans for a 50 percent duty on copper imports.
» China accelerating renewable energy building spree: Report
09/07/25 02:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
China is accelerating its record-breaking renewable energy drive, installing 1.5 times more wind and solar this year than last — three-quarters of global capacity under construction, a report said Wednesday.
» Global trade grew $300 billion in first half of 2025: UNCTAD
09/07/25 02:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Global trade grew by around $300 billion in the first half of the year due to U.S. imports and EU exports, the United Nations has said.
» Excavations may push Kültepe’s history back
09/07/25 02:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Archaeologists excavating the Kültepe Kaniş/Karum mound in central Türkiye are unearthing fresh insights into Anatolian civilization, hinting that human settlements in the region may trace back as far as 8,000 years
» Yunus Emre's universal values carried through calligraphic arts
09/07/25 02:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Yunus Emre Museum of Calligraphic Arts in Eskişehir blends traditional and modern lettering to convey the poet’s timeless messages of love and humanity through visual design
» Lavender season transforms rural Türkiye into tourism hubs
09/07/25 02:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Across Türkiye, lavender festivals are bringing together color, fragrance and community spirit as fields transform into seasonal hubs for tourism, art and local enterprise.
» Climate change made European heatwave up to 4C hotter: study
09/07/25 02:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Human-caused climate change made recent European heatwaves up to 4C hotter in many cities, scientists said on Wednesday, pushing temperatures into deadly territory for thousands of vulnerable people.
» Trump slams Putin after approving more weapons for Ukraine
09/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump accused his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Tuesday of talking "bullsh*t" about Ukraine, saying that the United States would send Kiev more weapons to defend itself.
» Trump holds fresh talks with Netanyahu to end Gaza 'tragedy'
09/07/25 01:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu met for the second time in 24 hours Tuesday as the U.S. president intensified the pressure on the Israeli prime minister to reach a deal to end the "tragedy" of the war in Gaza.
» Akkuyu nuclear plant begins commissioning of first unit
09/07/25 01:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
Commissioning has begun at the first power unit of the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), Türkiye’s inaugural nuclear facility, marking one of the final stages before full operation, the project’s Russian partner said Tuesday.
» US envoy says no one will keep negotiating with Lebanon without real progress
09/07/25 01:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack warned that negotiations with Lebanon on Hezbollah’s disarmament will not continue unless real progress is made.
» Turkish firm showcases world’s 1st low-altitude multipurpose drone at IDEF 2025
09/07/25 01:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish firm Solid Aero unveiled the Talay unmanned aerial vehicle, which was introduced as the world’s first low-altitude multipurpose UAV last year, on the global stage with a production-ready model at the International Defense Indust...
» Turkish Cyprus attendance at ECO summit 'diplomatic victory': Tatar
09/07/25 01:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish Cyprus racked up significant gains and scored a victory at last week’s Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit in Azerbaijan, said the nation’s president.
» Türkiye’s Türksat 6A marks first year in orbit
09/07/25 01:25 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s first domestically developed communications satellite, Turksat 6A, has completed its first year in orbit, demonstrating the country’s growing capacity in space technology, Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu said on Tuesday.
» US 'hopeful' Gaza ceasefire deal reached this week: Envoy
08/07/25 14:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
US Special Envoy for Peace Missions Steve Witkoff expressed cautious optimism Tuesday over the prospects of a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, while simultaneously addressing a range of global flashpoints during a wide-ranging Cabinet meetin...
» Türkiye bids farewell to fallen soldiers as thousands gather at funerals
08/07/25 09:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye bid farewell to its fallen soldiers on July 8 as funeral ceremonies and prayers took place to honor the 12 soldiers who died of methane gas exposure during a cave research operation in northern Iraq.
» 26 suspects detained in joint drug raids in Türkiye, Norway
08/07/25 09:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
A total of 26 suspects have been detained in coordinated drug operations conducted across six provinces in Türkiye and the Norwegian capital Oslo, according to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya.
» Cypriot committee turns to AI to find missing persons
08/07/25 08:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
A United Nations-backed committee investigating mass disappearances in Cyprus has begun using artificial intelligence in a bid to accelerate the search for the remains of those who went missing during past conflicts, the committee compri...
» Iran president faces backlash over 'soft' stance
08/07/25 07:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian came under fire on July 8 after voicing support for renewed talks with the United States, with critics accusing him of being "too soft" in the wake of last month's attacks on the country.
» PKK set to disarm within days
08/07/25 07:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
With recently intensified efforts to create a terror-free Türkiye, led by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, National Intelligence Organization (MİT) head İbrahim Kalın and the Peoples’ Equality Party (DEM Party), Ankara is expecting the be...
» Court hears further testimony as Kartalkaya fire trial enters second day
08/07/25 07:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
The trial over the deadly fire that killed 78 people and injured 133 others at a hotel in the northwestern city of Bolu’s Kartalkaya ski resort entered its second day on July 8, with defendants continuing to present their statements befo...
» Turkish foreign, defense ministers due in Pakistan for strategic talks
08/07/25 06:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and Defense Minister Yaşar Güler will embark on a one-day visit to Pakistan on July 9 to strengthen the already robust ties between the two nations and explore deeper cooperation in areas such as secu...
» Türkiye’s chocolate confectionery exports surge by 61 pct
08/07/25 05:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s chocolate confectionery industry has posted a record-breaking performance in the first half of 2025, with exports soaring by 61 percent to reach $743.5 million, up from $461 million in the same period last year.
» 136 women fall victim to femicide in 1st half of year: Advocacy group
08/07/25 05:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least 136 women were murdered by men in femicide cases in Türkiye in the first six months of 2025, while another 145 women died under suspicious circumstances, according to a new report from the We Will Stop Femicide Platform.
» Şimşek to meet with investors in London
08/07/25 05:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek will conduct a series of high-level engagements in London as part of a two-day visit to the Islamic Finance Summit, including meetings with investors.
» 'Massive economic gains’ expected as PKK disarms, Şimşek tells London summit
08/07/25 05:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
The disarmament of the terrorist PKK will bring "massive economic gains" to the region, Türkiye’s Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek said on Tuesday as he outlined his country's ambitious Islamic finance strategy and macroeconom...
» MHP leader voices support to Erdoğan over ‘terror-free Türkiye’
08/07/25 04:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) Chair Develet Bahçeli has declared that achieving a “terror-free Türkiye” is now a formal state policy, led by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and has expressed his full support for the president’s effort...
» Climate law prevents additional carbon taxes in Europe: Association
08/07/25 02:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s first Climate Law, recently approved by parliament, aims to ensure that the costs associated with carbon-intensive activities remain within the country, thus preventing the payment of additional carbon taxes in Europe, a sector...
» Alpha males are rare among our fellow primates: scientists
08/07/25 02:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
New research on Monday contradicted the commonly held idea that males dominate females among primates, revealing far more nuanced power dynamics in the relationships of our close relatives.
» China extends visa-free entry to over 70 countries to draw tourists
08/07/25 01:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign tourists are trickling back to China after the country loosened its visa policy to unprecedented levels.
» Texas flood toll passes 100 as more bodies recovered
08/07/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
The death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas rose to more than 100 on Monday, as rescuers continued their grim search for people swept away by torrents of water.
» Uşak carpet returns home after 30 years
08/07/25 01:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
A nearly 500-year-old Uşak carpet has been returned to Türkiye after three decades abroad, Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced on July 6.
» Chapel unearthed at Fethiye Castle under restoration
08/07/25 01:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
The recently discovered Byzantine-era chapel, located above the bay in Fethiye, will be preserved and integrated into a new cultural route aimed at boosting heritage tourism in the region
» Van Lake hosts new wave of young sailing enthusiasts
08/07/25 01:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
On the windswept waters of eastern Türkiye’s Van Lake, the country’s largest, children and teens are discovering the thrill of sailing through a local training program.
» Trump says new tariff deadline 'not 100 percent firm'
08/07/25 01:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump reignited his trade war by threatening more than a dozen countries with higher tariffs Monday — but then said he may be flexible on his new August deadline to reach deals.
» US to send 'more weapons' to Ukraine: Trump
08/07/25 01:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump said Monday the United States will send additional weapons to Ukraine, after Russia claimed new gains in its grinding war against its neighbour.
» Trump hosts Netanyahu in push for Gaza deal
08/07/25 01:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Benjamin Netanyahu for dinner at the White House on Monday as he pressed the Israeli prime minister to end the devastating Gaza war.
» Turkish business world shifts focus to Syria’s recovery
08/07/25 01:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges (TOBB) is preparing a delegation to visit Damascus to explore ways to contribute to Syria’s reconstruction and revive its private sector and entrepreneurship, TOBB President Rifat Hisarcıklıo...
» Turkish Cyprus inks protocol with Turkish Airlines, AJet
08/07/25 01:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish Cyprus inked a protocol Monday with Türkiye's flag carrier Turkish Airlines and low-cost carrier AJet under a project which aims to make air transportation to the Turkish Cyprus easier and cheaper.
» FM Fidan meets UN chief at BRICS summit in Brazil
08/07/25 01:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday in Brazil.
» Türkiye rejects French criticism of its judicial proceedings as 'interference'
08/07/25 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish Foreign Ministry slammed France’s Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs on Monday over its recent statement criticizing ongoing judicial processes in Türkiye.
» Trump to delay July 9 tariff deadline to Aug. 1
07/07/25 14:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Monday delaying his July 9 tariff deadline to Aug. 1, the White House announced, as the administration targets multiple countries with trade measures.
» Russia’s dismissed transport minister found dead in Moscow region
07/07/25 10:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russian politician Roman Starovoyt has been found dead with gunshot wound in the Moscow region, the Russian Investigative Committee confirmed on Thursday, hours after he was dismissed as the country’s transport minister.
» UN seeks breakthrough in Cyprus peace talks
07/07/25 08:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
The United Nations is pushing for a breakthrough when Cypriot leaders meet in New York next week for a renewed attempt to revive stalled peace talks, a U.N. envoy said on July 7.
» Talent manager remains jailed after 1st trial in Gezi Park case
07/07/25 08:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
An Istanbul court on July 7 ordered that prominent talent manager Ayşe Barım remain jailed pending trial as she stands in her first hearing over her alleged role in the 2013 Gezi Park protests.
» Türkiye, Iraq step up talks on PKK disarmament plan
07/07/25 08:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's intelligence chief İbrahim Kalın is set to travel to Baghdad on July 8 for high-level meetings as Türkiye awaits steps toward the disarmament of PKK amid a peace initiative.
» 32 suspects go on trial over deadly hotel fire in Bolu
07/07/25 07:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
A total of 32 defendants went on trial on July 7 over a deadly fire that tore through a popular ski resort hotel in the northern province of Bolu and claimed the lives of 78 people.
» Türkiye among nations facing brunt of Mediterranean drought: Report
07/07/25 05:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Drought is exacerbating across the Mediterranean, with Türkiye, Spain and Morocco most prominently bearing the brunt of the crisis, according to a new international report.
» Animal rights groups condemn killing of escaped lion in Antalya
07/07/25 04:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
The fatal shooting of a lion that escaped from a private animal park in the Mediterranean province of Antalya has triggered widespread outrage, with animal rights groups condemning the lethal response and the broader issue of wild animal...
» Desperate search for missing girls as nearly 80 dead in Texas floods
07/07/25 03:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Rescuers in Texas raced against time Sunday to find dozens of missing people, including children, swept away by flash floods that killed at least 78 people, with forecasters warning of new deluges.
» Trump slams Musk's political party as 'ridiculous'
07/07/25 02:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump has slammed former ally Elon Musk's launching of a new political party as "ridiculous," deepening the Republican's feud with the man who was once his biggest backer.
» Turkish auto market undergoes dramatic transformation in just 5 years
07/07/25 02:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s automotive market has undergone a seismic transformation over the past five years, driven by shifts in consumer preferences, tax regulations and the growing appeal of electric vehicles.
» 2,000-year-old pool in Tralleis ancient city to be refilled
07/07/25 02:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
Excavations at the ancient city of Tralleis, located in the Efeler district of Türkiye’s western province of Aydın, are on the cusp of a major milestone: The restoration of a 2,000-year-old Roman-era pool.
» 'Ara Güler’s Colorful Anatolia' exhibition to open in Greece
07/07/25 02:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
A collection of vibrant photographs by renowned Turkish photographer Ara Güler, titled “Ara Güler’s Colorful Anatolia,” will be on display at the Museum of Modern Greek Art in Rhodes, Greece, beginning July 11.
» Chef collabs building bonds
07/07/25 02:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
When summer arrives, the tourism industry booms and the food and beverage sector thrives alongside it.
» Lion escapes wildlife park, injures local man
07/07/25 02:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
A lion escaped from a private animal park in the southern province of Antalya on early July 6, injuring a man working nearby before killing by hunters.
» Türkiye seeks to attract health tourists with detox, healing camps
07/07/25 02:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign visitors will increasingly flock to Türkiye not just for treatment, but also for detox and rejuvenation, as the country ramps up efforts to become a global hub for wellness and medical tourism, a sector representative has said.
» Oil-wrestling tradition lives on as thousands gather for 664th Kırkpınar in Edirne
07/07/25 02:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands gathered in the northwestern city of Edirne as the 664th edition of the historic Kırkpınar Oil Wrestling Festival came to a close on July 6, drawing thousands of spectators to the city for a weekend of fierce competition, deep-...
» Broadcast towers to be built in 30 cities inspired by Çamlıca Tower
07/07/25 02:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye will build broadcast towers in metropolitan cities modeled after Çamlıca Tower — Europe’s tallest television and radio tower — under the new “Joint Tower Infrastructure Project for 30 Provinces,” Transport and Infrastructure Mini...
» Trump hosts Netanyahu, hopes for Israel-Hamas deal 'this week'
07/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Monday U.S. President Donald Trump, who expressed hope for a "deal this week" between Israel and Hamas that sees hostages released from the Gaza Strip.
» Hamas, Israel resume talks as Netanyahu set to meet Trump
07/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Monday U.S. President Donald Trump, who expressed hope for a "deal this week" between Israel and Hamas that sees hostages released from the Gaza Strip.
» Trump says to send first tariff letters on Monday
07/07/25 02:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he would send the first tariff letters to various countries on Monday, days before his deadline for trading partners to reach a deal expires.
» BRICS nations slam Trump tariffs, condemn strikes on Iran
07/07/25 02:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
BRICS leaders at a summit on Sunday took aim at U.S. President Donald Trump's "indiscriminate" import tariffs and recent Israeli-U.S. strikes on Iran.
» Fidan reaffirms Türkiye’s push for diplomacy at BRICS summit
07/07/25 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, reaffirming Türkiye’s commitment to resolving regional issues through diplomacy.
» Fidan expands bilateral talks at BRICS summit
07/07/25 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has stepped up bilateral diplomacy on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS summit in Brazil, holding a string of high-level meetings.
» US ready to fund Türkiye’s nuclear projects, official says
07/07/25 01:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. financing agencies are ready to support nuclear energy projects in Türkiye, particularly small modular reactors (SMRs), but are waiting for viable proposals to move forward, a senior U.S. State Department advisor said.
» Eight soldiers martyred in methane gas incident in Northern Iraq
07/07/25 01:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Defense Ministry announced that eight soldiers were martyred due to methane gas exposure during a search operation in the Claw-Lock Operation region in northern Iraq on July 6.
» 12 Turkish soldiers die of methane exposure in northern Iraq
07/07/25 01:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Seven more Turkish soldiers died after being exposed to methane gas during a search operation in a cave in northern Iraq, bringing the total toll to 12, the Turkish Defense Ministry announced on July 7.
» BRICS summit opens in Brazil
06/07/25 12:25 from Hurriyet Daily News
Brazil is playing host to a summit of the BRICS bloc of developing economies on July 6 and 7 during which pressing topics like Israel's attack on Iran, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and trade tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Tr...
» DEM Party MPs meet Öcalan as PKK to destroy arms
06/07/25 11:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
A delegation from the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) visited jailed PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan once again on the İmralı prison island off Istanbul on July 6 ahead of the terror group’s anticipated disarmament.
» Erdoğan to meet DEM Party delegation tomorrow
06/07/25 08:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will meet with a delegation from the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) on Monday.
» Erdoğan to meet DEM Party delegation
06/07/25 08:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will meet with a delegation from the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) on Monday.
» Erdoğan meets DEM Party MPs as PKK prepares to disarm
06/07/25 08:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with a delegation from the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) on July 7 as Türkiye awaits PKK to initiate the long-anticipated process of laying down arms.
» Bolu court to open trial over deadly hotel fire at ski resort
06/07/25 08:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Judges in the northern province of Bolu will begin hearing testimony on July 7 from suspects linked to the deadly fire that engulfed a ski resort hotel in January, marking the opening of a highly anticipated trial.
» Hezbollah chief says will not surrender under threat from Israel
06/07/25 07:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem said on July 6 his group would not surrender or lay down its weapons in response to Israeli threats, despite pressure on the Lebanese militants to disarm.
» Gaza ceasefire talks set to resume as Trump to push Netanyahu
06/07/25 07:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas are set to resume on July 6 in Doha for a Gaza truce and hostage release deal, ahead of a visit by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House.
» Volunteers save injured animals among ashes after İzmir wildfires
06/07/25 06:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
As the smoke clears from the recent wildfires, volunteers in the western city of İzmir are combing through the ashes in search of silent survivors, bringing hope and healing to animals left behind.
» Israeli airstrikes kill 41 Palestinians across Gaza
06/07/25 05:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
At least 41 Palestinians, including children, were killed on Sunday in a series of Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, according to medical sources and local reports.
» Dalai Lama, a global symbol of Tibetan esistance, turns 90
06/07/25 05:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Dalai Lama turned 90 on Sunday surrounded by thousands of followers, who thronged the Himalayan town of Dharamshala, where the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism has been living in exile since fleeing Chinese rule in Tibet in 1959.
» Migrants cast shadow on Starmer-Macron summit
06/07/25 05:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Britain and France are friends again following the rancour of Brexit, but the record number of irregular migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats remains a major point of friction.
» US set to start sending out tariff letters this week
06/07/25 05:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said on July 4 that he had signed 12 trade letters to be sent out this week ahead of an impending deadline for his tariffs to take effect.
» US ready to fund viable nuclear energy projects in Türkiye: Official
06/07/25 05:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.S. financing agencies are ready to bankroll nuclear energy projects in Türkiye, particularly small modular reactors (SMRs), but are waiting for viable proposals, a senior U.S. State Department adviser has said.
» Contractors undertake $6.2 bln worth of projects abroad
06/07/25 05:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish construction sector undertook international projects totaling $6.2 billion in the first six months of 2025, according to data from the Trade Ministry, ranking among the top 10 countries in annual global construction revenue.
» Türkiye, Greece ink new protocol on tourism cooperation
06/07/25 04:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
In a move to boost bilateral tourism, Türkiye and Greece signed a cooperation protocol focusing on enhancing alternative tourism and improving transport connectivity.
» Türkiye extends condolences to families of flood victims in US
06/07/25 02:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye on Saturday extended condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the floods in the U.S. state of Texas.
» Ukraine, US agree to 'significantly' enhance efforts on drones: Zelensky
06/07/25 02:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Saturday that Ukraine and the U.S. reached an agreement to "significantly" enhance efforts on drones.
» Elon Musk launches 'America' political party
06/07/25 02:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Elon Musk, an ex-ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, said Saturday he had launched a new political party in the United States to challenge what the tech billionaire described as the country's "one-party system."
» Search for missing girls as Texas flood death toll hits 50
06/07/25 02:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Rescuers searched Saturday for 27 girls missing from a riverside summer camp in Texas, after torrential rains caused devastating floods that killed 50 people in the U.S. state.
» Erdoğan calls for Gaza ceasefire, urges calm in Russia-Azerbaijan tensions
05/07/25 06:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, addressing reporters after his Azerbaijan visit, reaffirmed Türkiye’s peace-focused foreign policy, tackling the Gaza crisis, F-35 deliveries, and urging Russia and Azerbaijan to exercise restraint amid ri...
» Erdoğan urges Azerbaijan, Russia to show restrain amid tension
05/07/25 06:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan called for restraint between Russia and Azerbaijan amid rising tensions, stressing Ankara's close ties with both countries and warning against escalations that could destabilize the region.
» Erdoğan: PKK disarmament 'meticulously monitored'
05/07/25 06:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on July 5 that authorities are closely tracking PKK's disarmament process as part of his government’s "terror-free Türkiye" initiative.
» Three mayors detained in widening corruption probe across Türkiye
05/07/25 03:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
A sweeping corruption investigation led by the İstanbul Public Prosecutor’s Office has resulted in the detention of several prominent municipal officials, including Adana Mayor Zeydan Karalar, Adıyaman Mayor Abdurrahman Tutdere, and Anta...
» Corruption probe expands with operations against three more mayors
05/07/25 03:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
A sweeping corruption investigation targeting opposition-led municipalities in Türkiye widened on July 5, with the mayors of the southern cities of Adana and Adıyaman detained, and the mayor of Antalya formally arrested.
» Trump signs 'big, beautiful' bill on US Independence Day
05/07/25 03:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump signed his flagship tax and spending bill into law Friday, capping a pomp-laden White House Independence Day ceremony featuring a stealth bomber fly-by.
» Hamas says ready to start Gaza ceasefire talks 'immediately'
05/07/25 03:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hamas on Friday said it was ready to start talks "immediately" on a proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, where the civil defence agency said Israel's ongoing offensive killed more than 50 people.
» Trump evokes Russia sanctions after largest assault on Ukraine
05/07/25 02:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said Russia just wanted to "keep killing people" and hinted at sanctions after Moscow launched its largest ever drone and missile attack on Ukraine in the three-year-old war.
» Flight service between Turkish and Syrian capitals resumes
05/07/25 02:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
The first flight between the Turkish and Syrian capital cities in years flew on Friday, the Turkish transport and infrastructure minister announced.
» Türkiye denies claims of $394 mln in exports to Israel
05/07/25 02:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye on Friday denied claims that it had exported goods worth $393.7 million to Israel in the first five months of the year.
» Türkiye investigating Spotify for anti-competitive effects
05/07/25 02:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's Competition Board has decided to investigate online music streaming service Spotify for anti-competitive effects.
» Türkiye, Iran should beef up cooperation on fighting terrorism: Erdoğan
04/07/25 10:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye and Iran should beef up their cooperation in the fight against terrorism, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told his Iranian counterpart Mesoud Pazeshkian in a meeting on Friday in Azerbaijan.
» Erdoğan attends ECO summit in Azerbaijan
04/07/25 06:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan arrived in Azerbaijan's Karabakh for the leaders’ summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), which will focus on a new vision for the 10-member organization.
» Erdoğan: No silence on Palestinian cause amid bloodshed
04/07/25 06:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan pledged on July 4 that countries in the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) cannot abandon the Palestinian cause or remain silent as Israel’s current government turns the region into a "bloodbath."
» Türkiye expects Turkmens to be represented 'adequately' in Iraq
04/07/25 05:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye expects Turkmens to be represented "adequately" in Iraq's political and governmental institutions, a Foreign Ministry statement said on July 4.
» PKK disarmament set to begin next week, DEM Party says
04/07/25 05:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
A long-anticipated disarmament process involving PKK is slated to begin next week as part of the government’s "terror-free Türkiye" initiative, the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) spokesperson announced on July 3.
» Hamas says holding consultations on Gaza truce proposal
04/07/25 05:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hamas said Friday it was holding consultations with other Palestinian movements on a truce proposal in the war with Israel, in a possible sign that it was preparing for negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza.
» Oruç Reis vessel docks at Filyos Port after Somali mission
04/07/25 05:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Following the successful completion of its first intercontinental mission in Somalia, Türkiye’s Oruç Reis seismic exploration vessel docked at the Filyos Port, its final destination, on July 4.
» Türkiye secures seat on FAO council for 2025-2028
04/07/25 05:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has been elected to the governing council of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for the 2025-2028 term, representing the Europe group.
» Türkiye eyes tourism boom in Hakkari’s Cilo via ‘terror-free’ initiative
04/07/25 05:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish government has unveiled an ambitious tourism initiative in the eastern province of Hakkari as part of its “Terror-Free Türkiye” vision, aiming to transform the city’s Cilo Mountains into a hub for winter sports, nature activi...
» Türkiye’s Hürjet among candidates for UK Hawk replacement: Report
04/07/25 05:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
The United Kingdom is preparing to replace its aging Hawk T1 and T2 jet trainers, with Türkiye’s domestically produced Hürjet emerging as one of the potential candidates in the upcoming procurement process, a report has said.
» Russia's overnight attack largest of the war: Ukraine air force
04/07/25 03:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Kiev said on Friday that Russia had launched its largest overnight aerial attack on Ukraine over the more than three-year invasion.
» Turkish cosmetics industry eyes growth in Australian market
04/07/25 03:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish cosmetics companies are targeting expansion in Australia, drawn by the country’s growing beauty sector and its strategic gateway to the Asia-Pacific region.
» Slowing inflation fuels expectations of interest rate cut
04/07/25 03:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
The seasonally adjusted Consumer Price Index (CPI) indicators — closely monitored by the Central Bank to assess core trends — pointed to a moderate rise in June, analysts have said, adding that the continued slowdown in inflation support...
» High-speed trains carry more than 100 million passengers
04/07/25 02:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
More than 100 million passengers have used high-speed train (YHT) services since their launch in 2009, according to Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu.
» Foreign trade in Turkish Lira rises 34 percent in first half
04/07/25 02:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign trade conducted in Turkish Lira surged to a record level in the first half of 2025, reaching 698.1 billion liras — up 34.4 percent from the same period last year.
» ‘Türkiye profitable destination for global hotel investors’
04/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has become one of the most accessible and profitable destinations for global hotel investors as the country’s tourism sector shifts toward a high-efficiency model focused on renovation, branding and resale, according to a leading...
» Project to unveil Giresun Island’s tourism potential
04/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Giresun Island, known for its mythological tales and historical ruins, is undergoing a major landscaping project with a budget of 32 million Turkish Liras.
» Why is there no life on Mars? Rover finds a clue
04/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Why is Mars barren and uninhabitable, while life has always thrived here on our relatively similar planet Earth?
» Trump says 'didn't make any progress' with Putin on Ukraine
04/07/25 01:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said he made no progress with Vladimir Putin on ending the Ukraine war in a call Thursday, as the Kremlin insisted the Russian president would stick to his aims in the conflict.
» Dozens killed in Gaza as Netanyahu vows to bring all hostages home
04/07/25 01:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to bring home all the hostages still held by militants in war-stricken Gaza, where the civil defense agency said 73 people were killed Thursday in his country's ongoing offensive.
» Trump wins 'phenomenal' victory as Congress passes flagship bill
04/07/25 01:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump boasted of a "phenomenal victory" to cheering supporters at a rally in Iowa on Thursday after Congress narrowly passed his signature tax and spending bill, cementing his radical second-term agenda.
» Wildfires claim lives in İzmir as Türkiye battles fierce blazes
04/07/25 01:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Raging wildfires in the western province of İzmir’s Çeşme, Ödemiş, and Buca districts, alongside the southern province of Mersin’s Gülnar, have left a trail of destruction, claiming two lives in Ödemiş as exhaustive firefighting efforts ...
» Russia recognizes Taliban government in Afghanistan
03/07/25 15:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia has officially recognized the Taliban government in Afghanistan, Russian President’s Special Representative for Afghanistan Zamir Kabulov told the RIA Novosti news agency on Thursday.
» Iran says remains committed to nuclear non-proliferation treaty
03/07/25 09:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iran on Thursday affirmed its commitment to the nuclear non-proliferation treaty, as it accused Germany of "malice" over its criticism of Tehran's decision to suspend cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog.
» Putin, Trump discuss Iran and Ukraine in phone call: Kremlin
03/07/25 09:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Iran, Ukraine and other issues by phone on Thursday, the Kremlin said, in their sixth publicly disclosed chat since Trump returned to the White House.
» Corruption probe into İzmir Municipality deepens
03/07/25 09:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
Seven more people were detained on July 2 in a corruption investigation targeting İzmir Municipality, bringing the total number to 137.
» Sources say work nears completion on new military complex
03/07/25 08:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Rough construction of a sprawling new military complex in the capital Ankara has reached 92 percent completion, Defense Ministry sources said on July 3, as speculation mounts that the site could host the 2026 NATO summit.
» Parliament passes Türkiye's first climate law
03/07/25 08:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s parliament has passed a landmark climate law that lays out the country’s legal and institutional framework for fighting and adapting to climate change, including the introduction of an emissions trading system and penalties for...
» Erdoğan to attend ECO summit in Azerbaijan
03/07/25 07:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will attend the leaders’ summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) in Azerbaijan's Karabakh, which will focus on a new vision for the 10-member organization.
» UK Parliament roundtable underscores strategic relevance of Middle Corridor
03/07/25 06:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
The House of Lords on July 2 hosted a high-level roundtable, titled “Middle Corridor: Strategic Investment and Cooperation Opportunities,” to discuss the growing role of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, widely known as th...
» Türkiye rejects Israeli calls for annexing West Bank
03/07/25 06:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has rejected "in the strongest terms" statements by Israeli politicians and ministers calling for the annexation of the occupied West Bank.
» Haiti's gangs in near-total control of capital: UN
03/07/25 06:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
Haiti’s gangs have gained “near-total control” of the capital and authorities are unable to stop escalating violence across the impoverished Caribbean nation, senior U.N. officials warned on July 2.
» Ethiopia's mega dam on the Nile 'now complete'
03/07/25 06:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Thursday said a multi-billion-dollar mega-dam on the Blue Nile that has long worried neighboring countries is complete and will be officially inaugurated in September.
» Australian man dies from 'extremely rare' bat bite virus
03/07/25 06:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
An Australian man has died from an "extremely rare" rabies-like infection transmitted by a bat bite, health officials said on July 3.
» Defense industry’s exports hit $3.6 billion in first half
03/07/25 06:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish defense and aerospace sector’s exports surged 25 percent in January-June to $3.6 billion.
» Türkiye and Angola seek to expand energy and trade ties
03/07/25 06:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is exploring cooperation opportunities in oil and natural gas with Angola's Sonangol and National Agency for Oil, Gas and Biofuels, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has said.
» EV sales accelerate sharply in first half of 2025
03/07/25 06:19 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s electric vehicle (EV) market continued its rapid expansion in the first half of 2025, with fully electric car sales reaching 85,894 units, according to data released by the Automotive Distributors and Mobility Association (ODMD).
» Wildfires rage in western Türkiye as İzmir battles blazes on multiple fronts
03/07/25 05:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Wildfires that erupted on July 2 in İzmir’s Çeşme and Ödemiş districts remain uncontained, forcing evacuations in multiple residential areas and triggering road closures across the western province.
» Trump calls on Fed chair Powell quit ‘immediately’
03/07/25 05:12 from Hurriyet Daily News
Donald Trump said late on July 2 that Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell “should resign immediately.”
» Türkiye's annual inflation slows to 35% in June, beating expectations
03/07/25 03:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's annual inflation was at 35.05 percent in June, down from 35.41 percent in May, below market estimates, official figures from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) showed Thursday.
» First Lady urges stronger Gaza support in Vatican meeting
03/07/25 01:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
First Lady Emine Erdoğan on Wednesday met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.
» 14 Israeli ministers call on Netanyahu to annex occupied West Bank
03/07/25 01:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
Fourteen ministers from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud Party called on the premier on Wednesday evening to immediately annex the occupied West Bank.
» Fidan vows Gaza ‘genocide’ won’t be overshadowed in Hamas talks
02/07/25 14:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with a senior Hamas delegation in Ankara on Wednesday, reiterating Türkiye’s firm stance on stopping the violence in Gaza and ensuring humanitarian aid reaches the territory without delay.
» Fidan meets Hamas officials, vows to keep spotlight on Gaza
02/07/25 14:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has told a visiting Hamas delegation that Türkiye would not allow recent regional tensions to "overshadow the genocide in Gaza."
» Ahmet Güneştekin’s exhibition opens in Rome
02/07/25 14:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ahmet Güneştekin’s solo exhibition “Never There” has been opened at the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome. With a powerful narrative centered on memory and historical reflection, the exhibition resonates not only wi...
» Dardanos Tumulus under renewed examination
02/07/25 14:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
The burial mound discovered during construction in 1959 offers new clues about ancient life in the Troas region, with rare artifacts and organic materials
» Landslide risk raises alarm along Black Sea highways
02/07/25 14:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
Frequent landslides and rockfalls, triggered by heavy rainfall and rugged mountainous terrain, are jeopardizing transportation safety along the highways of Türkiye's Eastern Black Sea Region, prompting academics and public institutions t...
» 16 pct of elderly people face depression, risk of Alzheimer’s: Study
02/07/25 14:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
A recent study in Türkiye found that 16 out of every 100 elderly individuals struggle with depression, a condition that, when overlooked, may increase vulnerability to Alzheimer’s disease, health professionals have warned.
» Turkish cuisine to be promoted by influencers in US
02/07/25 14:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
American social media influencers will promote Turkish cuisine as part of a new campaign by Turkish exporters aimed at boosting food exports, a sector representative has said.
» In Tel Aviv, diverse mix of artists shines spotlight on Israeli hostages
04/11/23 03:34 from The Times of Israel
From around the country, artists come to city's museum square to paint victims held in Gaza, in the hopes of drumming up support -- and one day gifting portraits to their owners The post In Tel Aviv, diverse mix of artists shines spotlig...
» 2 charged with terror offenses for paraglider signs at pro-Palestinian rally in London
04/11/23 03:16 from The Times of Israel
Prosecutors say there's reasonable suspicion the suspects are supporters of Hamas terror group; UK's PM Sunak slams plan for pro-Palestinian protest on Remembrance Day The post 2 charged with terror offenses for paraglider signs at pro-P...
» Underground blood bank processes unprecedented amounts as troops push into Gaza
04/11/23 02:17 from The Times of Israel
Fortified structure has molecular lab, air-filtration system to let staff work even during chemical or biological warfare, safe room to shield against severe missile threats The post Underground blood bank processes unprecedented amounts...
» As some US Jews take down mezuzahs due to antisemitism, some non-Jews put them up
04/11/23 00:29 from The Times of Israel
'This is the most beautiful thing anybody has ever said to me,' California rabbi says of offer by neighbors to affix mezuzahs, calls the one at his home 'the security system' The post As some US Jews take down mezuzahs due to antisemitis...
» NY Dem seeks meeting with Jewish voters as his stance on Israel-Hamas war criticized
03/11/23 23:11 from The Times of Israel
Facing potential primary, Jamaal Bowman invites constituents to sit-down on antisemitism that rabbi says no one will attend: 'The relationship with him has hit rock bottom' The post NY Dem seeks meeting with Jewish voters as his stance o...
» IDF force makes ‘targeted’ incursion into southern Gaza as offensive pushes ahead
03/11/23 22:28 from The Times of Israel
Israel has ‘significantly refined’ battle plans against Hamas, says Biden official * Blinken to meet with Arab FMs in Amman * IDF death toll in ground op at 24 The post IDF force makes ‘targeted’ incursion into southern Gaza ...
» Honduras recalls ambassador to Israel over ‘serious humanitarian situation’ in Gaza
03/11/23 22:12 from The Times of Israel
Despite move, which follows protests by several other Latin American nations, Honduran FM says ties with Israel stable and that diplomats and staff remain at embassy in Jerusalem The post Honduras recalls ambassador to Israel over ‘...
» German soccer team sacks player for sharing ‘from the river to the sea’ post
03/11/23 21:36 from The Times of Israel
Mainz gives boot to Anwar El Ghazi as prosecutors investigate him for 'disturbing public peace by condoning criminal acts in conjunction with incitement to hatred' The post German soccer team sacks player for sharing ‘from the rive...
» Hamas tried to send fighters to Egypt in ambulances for wounded Gazans — US official
03/11/23 21:03 from The Times of Israel
Israeli officials say inspectors uncovered oxygen concentrators for tunnels used by Palestinian terror groups inside truck carrying aid to Strip The post Hamas tried to send fighters to Egypt in ambulances for wounded Gazans — US officia...
» Israelis urged to reconsider overseas travel amid rising antisemitism worldwide
03/11/23 19:29 from The Times of Israel
National Security Council calls on citizens to 'weigh the essentiality' of planned trips before departing, avoid outward displays of their Jewish and Israeli identities The post Israelis urged to reconsider overseas travel amid rising an...
» In PBS series ‘Little Bird,’ a Jewish woman uncovers her traumatic Indigenous past
03/11/23 19:13 from The Times of Israel
Airing weekly in the US through Nov. 16, the show draws on the experiences of co-creator Jennifer Podemski, a victim of the 'Sixties Scoop' torn from her mother's arms The post In PBS series ‘Little Bird,’ a Jewish woman uncovers her tra...
» Thousands protest in Tel Aviv as Blinken visits, demanding hostages’ return
03/11/23 17:42 from The Times of Israel
Rally included display of an empty Shabbat table, dolls awaiting captive children and protesters wearing red eye coverings The post Thousands protest in Tel Aviv as Blinken visits, demanding hostages’ return appeared first on The T...
» IDF still surrounding Gaza City, kills ‘numerous’ terror operatives, destroys tunnels
03/11/23 16:33 from The Times of Israel
Military says it struck ambulance carrying Hamas cell: 'They transfer terror operatives and weapons in ambulances'; WHO 'shocked' as footage shows dead civilians The post IDF still surrounding Gaza City, kills ‘numerous’ terr...
» Projectile damages AFP’s Gaza bureau; IDF: Strike nearby may have caused debris
03/11/23 16:21 from The Times of Israel
French news agency's eight staff had evacuated south and so the bureau was empty when explosive projectile smashed in, apparently moving horizontally from east to west The post Projectile damages AFP’s Gaza bureau; IDF: Strike near...
» Israel sends hundreds of Gazan laborers held since Oct. 7 back into Strip
03/11/23 15:44 from The Times of Israel
Israel was slowly increasing number of Gazans with work permits in recent months, a strategy shattered by the Hamas massacres The post Israel sends hundreds of Gazan laborers held since Oct. 7 back into Strip appeared first on The Times ...
» First in Israel: Mastectomy performed completely by 'hands' of a robot
17/11/21 04:38 from JPost.com - Front Page
A robot-assisted surgery was completed in Israel using the Da Vinci surgical system, by which the surgeon sits at a console and controls the robot.
» Vietnam police summon noodle seller after 'Salt Bae' parody video
17/11/21 04:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Last week, Gokce uploaded a video of himself feeding Vietnam's Minister of Public Security, To Lam, gold leaf encrusted steak at his London restaurant.
» US envoy visits Saudi Arabia, Bahrain for talks on Iran, Yemen
17/11/21 04:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
US Special Envoy for Yemen Tim Lenderking will discuss concerns over Iran and peace efforts for Yemen with the Iran-aligned Houthi movement.
» Nefesh B’Nefesh inaugurates new aliyah campus in Jerusalem
17/11/21 04:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
The central motif of the structure’s design is the desire to highlight the significance of modern Zionism and Aliyah, while serving as a welcoming environment for those being hosted in the building.
» Oil pipeline explodes in Iranian village - report
17/11/21 02:54 from JPost.com - Front Page
The pipeline in southern Iran exploded due to old infrastructure and wear and tear. It is currently unknown whether there are any casualties.
» US signs $1 billion deal for COVID-19 antibody drug
17/11/21 02:19 from JPost.com - Front Page
The treament, developed by GSK and Vir Biotechnology, has shown to cut the risk of hospitalization or death by 79% in adults with mild-to-moderate COVID-19.
» West Bank outpost evacuated, three arrested in protests
17/11/21 01:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
Some 50 right-wing protesters, mostly settlers, attempted to impede the evacuation of Geulat Zion.
» Israel To Build First Tech Park for Arab Sector
17/11/21 00:45 from JPost.com - Front Page
About $6.8 million will be invested in the park in Nazareth as part of efforts to increase the number of Israeli Arabs working in the country’s booming tech industry
» Netflix’s ‘The Club’ offers a rare portrait of Turkish Jews
16/11/21 23:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
It’s not just Jews who are watching either, as the show has become popular across a large swath of Turkish society.
» Welfare Ministry data shows increase in reports of domestic violence
16/11/21 23:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
In honor of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women released their annual data of domestic violence.
» EU, Peres Center, Frontier RNG hold roundtable on desertification
16/11/21 22:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
The topic in question is especially relevant, as desertification has worsened in recent years due to climate change reducing rainfall and making air hotter and drier.
» 5 things moms can do to stay calm when parenting gets rough
16/11/21 22:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
How can we not go crazy? Here’s advice for moms on really challenging days.
» Buy this Catskills bungalow colony and own a piece of the Borscht Belt
16/11/21 22:03 from JPost.com - Front Page
Hasidic and yeshivish Jews are known to spend their summers
» Budapest’s new $30m Holocaust museum sits in limbo
16/11/21 21:47 from JPost.com - Front Page
The story of the museum, whose temporary name is the House of Fates, underlines how the legacy of the Holocaust keeps Jews from being fully integrated into Hungarian society.
» SPCA Israel seeks funds to replace X-ray machine in 24/7 vet clinic
16/11/21 21:25 from JPost.com - Front Page
The X-ray machine has broken down after being in use for 23 years. A replacement costs around NIS 110,000.
» The Sephardic Spice Girls helped me connect with my Jewish roots
16/11/21 21:24 from JPost.com - Front Page
Sharon and Rachel, aka the Sephardic Spice Girls (@sephardicspicegirls), are a cooking duo who run an Instagram account by the same name.
» On This Day: COVID-19 patient zero reportedly diagnosed in China in 2019
16/11/21 20:33 from JPost.com - Front Page
According to this report, which was widely cited by other media outlets though never independently confirmed, the first COVID-19 patient was an unidentified 55-year-old from China's Hubei province.
» ‘Chess4Solidarity’ chess tournament celebrated by Lapid, UNESCO
16/11/21 19:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
Over 500 people from all around the globe participated in the tournament, which was held virtually.
» Lithuania halts construction of bike path near Holocaust mass grave
16/11/21 19:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
In Šiauliai, which was home to Lithuania’s second-largest Jewish population before the Holocaust, the future of the bike path is uncertain.
» Israel fires missiles towards building south of Damascus - report
16/11/21 19:09 from JPost.com - Front Page
One of the missiles was shot down and no losses were reportedly caused.
» Chaim Walder's books removed from Eichler's over rape allegations
16/11/21 18:51 from JPost.com - Front Page
Women have alleged that ultra-Orthodox author Chaim Walder would regularly rape them at ages 12 and 15.
» Dianna Feinstein could be 1st Jew to be 3rd in line for US presidency
16/11/21 18:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
The retirement of Patrick Leahy sets the stage for Feinstein's election to be president pro tempore of the US Senate.
» Plaques give context to Dutch cemetery where Nazis buried near WWII victims
16/11/21 18:35 from JPost.com - Front Page
New plaques were unveiled, acknowledging that it is the burial place of war criminals.
» Man threatens to burn down Queens bagel shop over Israeli flags
16/11/21 17:53 from JPost.com - Front Page
Queens is home to an estimated 200,000 of New York City’s staggering 1.1 million Jewish residents.
» Pfizer files for US authorization of COVID-19 pill
16/11/21 17:13 from JPost.com - Front Page
The oral drug could be a promising new weapon in the fight against the pandemic, as it can be taken as an early at-home treatment.
» Second suspect arrested in espionage case in Sweden - report
16/11/21 16:52 from JPost.com - Front Page
A second suspect was arrested in a case concerning espionage in Sweden, with the first suspect being a state official working in security.
» Poland's police arrest 3 in connection to antisemitic book burning rally
16/11/21 16:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
Yair Lapid: “The horrific antisemitic incident in Poland reminds every Jew in the world of the strength of hatred that exists in the world.”
» 86-year-old crowned 'Miss Holocaust Survivor' in Israeli pageant
16/11/21 14:54 from JPost.com - Front Page
Ten contestants - ranging in age from 79 to 90 - trod the catwalk at a museum in the city of Haifa an annual Israeli beauty pageant designed to honor women who endured the horrors of the Nazis.
» Photos of IDF officials meeting with Arab nation counterparts are important - editorial
16/11/21 14:32 from JPost.com - Front Page
Israeli Air Force commander Mag.-Gen. Amikam Norkin was photographed at the Dubai Air Show with the commander of the UAE Air Force.
» Sudan's future is entangled in their connection with Israel - opinion
16/11/21 14:22 from JPost.com - Front Page
Blinken asked Israel to encourage the Sudanese military to restore the country to stability after the Sudanese coup.
» Biden, Xi discuss how to 'align' stances on Iran nuclear issue
16/11/21 14:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
The US-Iranian talks are indirect, with officials from the other nations shuttling between them, because Iran refuses direct contact with US officials.
» UNRWA chief: We face collapse from political attacks and lack of funds
16/11/21 13:11 from JPost.com - Front Page
To date, UNRWA services 5.7 million Palestinian refugees in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Gaza, the West Bank and east Jerusalem.
» US ambassador to UN visits Gaza, Lebanon borders
16/11/21 12:55 from JPost.com - Front Page
Erdan said he thinks that next time the US ambassador has to speak about Israel in the UN Security Council, she will surely remember this trip.
» When leaks harm prosecution of Netanyahu - analysis
16/11/21 12:34 from JPost.com - Front Page
Even if leaks are bad in general, there is some history and basis for leaks to the media to prevent the most powerful authorities of a nation from covering up their allegedly illegal activities.
» Iran restarts nuke parts production at facility Mossad accused of blowing up - report
16/11/21 12:27 from JPost.com - Front Page
Centrifuges enrich uranium for potentially making a nuclear weapon, and some of Iran's more advanced models can speed up that process by a rate of four to five times compared to older models.
» UK Labour leader denounces ‘anti-Zionist antisemitism’
16/11/21 12:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Opposition and British Labour leader says party is opposed to BDS, denounces anti-Zionism as ‘antithesis of Labour tradition’
» Iranian president claims country's frozen assets abroad were released
16/11/21 11:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi announced that the country's resources in other countries had been unblocked.
» Unvaccinated relatives eligible to enter for weddings - in principle
16/11/21 11:24 from JPost.com - Front Page
While the change in regulations is a positive development, the problems persist, according to former MK Dov Lipman.
» New Knesset subcommittee to address impact of environment on public health
16/11/21 10:39 from JPost.com - Front Page
The subcommittee will be headed by MK Prof. Alon Tal, a long-term climate advocate and will operate under the Health Committee headed by Idit Silman.
» ‘Kosher’ cellphone service faces day of reckoning
16/11/21 10:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Rabbinically supervised cellphone services have created a control mechanism used for societal purposes and commercial interests which Communications Minister Yoaz Hendel seeks to break up.
» Dismay in Jerusalem as Turkish interior minister calls Israeli couple spies
16/11/21 10:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
Consuls bring them supplies as prosecution prepares case for trial during 20-day remand.
» Sandbar sharks travel furthest than ever tracked
16/11/21 09:48 from JPost.com - Front Page
Sandbar sharks are known to have traveled to Cyprus and Egypt, but they were recently tracked in Sicily.
» Bennett: No matter what happens with Iran talks, we'll defend ourselves
16/11/21 09:47 from JPost.com - Front Page
PM Naftali Bennett and DM Benny Gantz stressed that Israel will defend itself, no matter what happens between Iran and the world powers.
» No matter how old you are, two shots of Pfizer vaccine don’t last – study
16/11/21 09:17 from JPost.com - Front Page
People’s ages had no effect on the vaccine’s waning, meaning that the vaccine waned for everyone and not just older people.
» Haskell proposes legalizing poker in Israel
16/11/21 08:50 from JPost.com - Front Page
The Education Committee head said children need to learn more about the Holy site.
» Shin Bet head Ronen Bar met with Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah
16/11/21 05:30 from JPost.com - Front Page
Shin Bet head Ronen Bar reportedly visited Ramallah last week in order to discuss Hamas' attempt to deepen its influence and destabilize the region, two months after a similar visit by Gantz.
» Seleucid fortress destroyed by Hasmonean army revealed ahead of Hanukkah
16/11/21 04:12 from JPost.com - Front Page
The remains of a Hellenistic building were found in Israel’s Shephelah region.
» Israel’s next-gen robots could replace ground troops on front lines
16/11/21 03:00 from JPost.com - Front Page
Elbit Systems and Roboteam have released the ROOK UGV, which will support infantry in a number of frontline roles.
» Israel's Energy Minister says UAE oil pipeline deal should be scrapped
16/11/21 02:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
Energy Minister Karin Elharrar said on Tuesday that the deal with partners from the UAE to transport oil from the Gulf to Europe via Israel should be canceled due to environmental concerns.
» Satellites, ships in crosshairs: Are Russia, China running circles around US? - analysis
16/11/21 02:37 from JPost.com - Front Page
Russia is carrying out missile tests on satellites and China has built mock US aircraft carriers for target practice. Are these threats to the US?
» Palestinian killed during clashes with IDF in West Bank
16/11/21 02:01 from JPost.com - Front Page
The PIJ and Hamas both claimed that the killed Palestinian was a member of their movements.
» Michael Flynn calls for US to have only 'one religion'
15/11/21 21:26 from JPost.com - Front Page
ADL and AJC have joined numerous groups and individuals in condemning the call by Michael Flynn.
» Could wormholes be used for future space travel? A new study explains
15/11/21 18:50 from JPost.com - Front Page
A theory proposed in a new study suggests wormholes, if they exist, might be more stable than previously thought.
» Can Israel's vaccine end the COVID-19 pandemic?
15/11/21 13:29 from JPost.com - Front Page
Brilife is a vector-based vaccine. The vaccine takes the vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) and genetically engineers to express the spike protein of the novel coronavirus on its envelope.
» Russia puts ISS at risk with debris generated by anti-satellite missile
15/11/21 12:25 from JPost.com - Front Page
The US State Department expressed outrage after a Russian anti-satellite missile test generated debris which put the ISS at risk.
» Why does Israel keep on screwing up COVID travel rules? – analysis
15/11/21 11:08 from JPost.com - Front Page
A travel rules blunder involving the Sputnik vaccine just highlights how much the country does not appear interested in learning its lessons.
» The Hess-7 complex: Your doorstep to Jerusalem bliss
15/11/21 03:06 from JPost.com - Front Page
» Opposition responsible for toxic Knesset discourse, physical threats on MKs - opinion
14/11/21 14:36 from JPost.com - Front Page
The Jewish opposition (excluding the Joint List) is by far much more to blame than the coalition for escalating threats and attacks on MKs.
» Lackluster COP26 deal shows Israel can 'continue to falter'
14/11/21 12:40 from JPost.com - Front Page
The last-minute changes made to the Glasgow Climate Pact have Israeli activists worried as Israel continues to make insufficient climate progress.
» Oh deer! Archaeologists reveal culinary taste of prehistoric Israelis
14/11/21 11:09 from JPost.com - Front Page
New research on animal remains in Qesem Cave suggests that early humans selected their hunting grounds based on their gastronomic preferences and need for specific supplies.
» Israeli tech helps diabetics manage sugar levels, eat what they want
14/11/21 07:44 from JPost.com - Front Page
An Israeli company developed a system that uses artificial intelligence to predict people with diabetes' blood sugar response to foods, enabling them to manage their sugar levels more efficiently.
» Archaeologists discover 'slave room' at Pompeii
13/11/21 22:16 from JPost.com - Front Page
Pompeii is famous historically for being an ancient city that was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. It was reportedly home to about 13,000 people.
» Birds' bodies in Amazon Rainforest change due to climate change - study
13/11/21 19:05 from JPost.com - Front Page
The study included data on more than 15,000 individual birds over a large range of the rainforest that was analyzed, weighed, captured, and later released bank into the wild.
» Is Iran downplaying Iranian helicopter buzzing a US naval ship?
13/11/21 13:59 from JPost.com - Front Page
A recent video lasting 42 seconds shows an Iranian helicopter flying close to a US ship.
» Shuli Rand's marriage of additional wife highlights inequality - women's orgs
13/11/21 10:23 from JPost.com - Front Page
"Women refused a get (Jewish divorce document) don't have a magical permit that allows for a second marriage if the husband refuses to let go."
» Here is what the future holds for Israel-Egypt relations - opinion
13/11/21 09:26 from JPost.com - Front Page
Israeli-Egyptian relations withstood several crises resulting from regional storms since they signed the peace agreement.
» UNRWA - the worst thing that ever happened to Palestinians - opinion
13/11/21 09:19 from JPost.com - Front Page
UNRWA still remains possibly the most human rights abusing institution funded by the international community.
» Israel can also be Climate Innovation Nation - opinion
13/11/21 09:01 from JPost.com - Front Page
The challenge facing us is how to deliver cuts in emissions and simultaneously deliver economic incentives for everyone involved.
» New COVID variant found in France: Reason for panic or not quite yet?
13/11/21 06:14 from JPost.com - Front Page
The spike protein of the variant known as B.1.640 has some unprecedented mutations.
» 5 things you need to know about olive oil
13/11/21 04:07 from JPost.com - Front Page
Yes, it's healthy, but what don't you know about excellent extra virgin olive oil?
» Harvey's BBQ in downtown Jerusalem is incomparable
11/11/21 13:21 from JPost.com - Front Page
Harvey, who ran Gabriel on nearby Shimon ben Shetah Street for a dozen years before turning it into Harvey’s, says he’s pleased with the new location – and on the night we went, it was buzzing!
» Shalem Tower - a peaceful oasis in the heart of Jerusalem
10/11/21 13:51 from JPost.com - Front Page
» Five must-see ancient theatres in Turkey
06/08/21 00:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
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 Roma...
» 10 hidden beauties of Turkey for an isolated vacation
09/07/20 00:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
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 ...
» Academics spending more than 30 years in ancient excavation area
30/04/20 00:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
As 2020 was declared the Year of Patara, interest increased in the ancient city, located between the resort districts of Kaş and Fethiye