» Israel’s renaming of West Bank is step toward annexation: Palestine
10/02/25 07:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Palestinian Foreign Ministry has denounced a move by Israel’s parliament to approve a bill to replace the term "West Bank" with “Judea and Samaria,” calling it a serious escalation aimed at annexing the occupied territory.
» Syria leader says thousands joining new army
10/02/25 07:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa said in an interview released on Monday that "thousands" of people were joining the country's new army following the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad and the dissolution of his military.
» Almost all nations miss new new climate targets decline
10/02/25 07:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nearly all nations missed a U.N. deadline on Monday to submit new targets for slashing carbon emissions, including major economies under pressure to show leadership following the U.S. retreat on climate change.
» Stray dog removal to begin immediately, ministry clarifies
10/02/25 06:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Agriculture and Forestry Ministry has issued a directive to the governor's offices across all 81 provinces for the removal of stray animals from the streets, stating that this cannot be delayed until 2028.
» Erdoğan vows to prevent 'second Nakba' for Palestinians
10/02/25 05:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated on Feb. 10 that Palestinians will not be forced to leave their homes or land, vowing that a second Nakba — a reference to the 1948 displacement of Palestinians — will not happen.
» Turkish president in Malaysia for official visit
10/02/25 04:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is in Malaysia on Monday for an official visit as the first stop of his three-nation tour of Asia.
» BYD aims to sell 50,000 cars in Turkish market this year
10/02/25 03:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Chinese BYD, the world’s leading EV maker, aims to sell 50,000 vehicles in the Turkish market this year, according to a company executive.
» Türkiye works with Arab nations to protect Jerusalem: Fidan
10/02/25 03:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is closely working with Arab nations, especially Palestine and Jordan for the protection of the identity of Jerusalem, the Turkish top diplomat has said.
» Gov’t chiefs and tech leaders gather in Paris for AI summit
10/02/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Political and tech industry leaders descend on Paris for a two-day summit on artificial intelligence, hoping to find common ground on a technology with the potential to upset global business and society.
» Nippon Steel has 'bold proposal' to take US Steel
10/02/25 02:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nippon Steel will make a "bold proposal" in its effort to invest in US Steel, Japan's top government spokesman said on Monday, after U.S. President Donald Trump hinted that he would consider letting take a minority stake in the American ...
» MIKTA: Eleven years of advancing global governance
10/02/25 01:04 from Hurriyet Daily News
On Nov. 18, 2024, the leaders of Mexico, Indonesia, the Republic of Korea, Türkiye and Australia (MIKTA) convened on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. In a joint communiqué, they reaffirmed MIKTA’s ident...
» Choir lifts spirits in quake-hit Hatay
10/02/25 00:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
After losing seven of its members in the earthquakes that struck on Feb. 6, 2023, the Antakya Civilizations Choir keeps the spirit of coexistence alive through concerts in Hatay, devastated by the disaster.
» Rare Stradivarius violin sells for $11.3 mln
10/02/25 00:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
A rare Stradivarius violin, made over 300 years ago by Antonio Stradivari during his so-called golden period, fetched $11.3 million at auction in New York on Feb. 7, Sotheby's said.
» King’s Road unearthed in Bodrum
10/02/25 00:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
The ancient fortification road in Gümüşlük, a district of Bodrum in the western province of Muğla, has reemerged as the sea receded, revealing a path that extends to Rabbit Island.
» Google reveals Türkiye’s most searched destinations in 20-year milestone
10/02/25 00:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Google Maps has released a special list featuring the most searched locations worldwide, including Türkiye.
» Thracian city celebrates Halloween-like festival
10/02/25 00:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Scores of people have convened in the town of Çamlıca in the northwestern province of Edirne’s Keşan district, wearing costumes and celebrating the 17th edition of the quasi-Halloween horror festival of Bocuk.
» US to impose 25 percent tariffs on steel, aluminum imports
10/02/25 00:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
The United States will move to impose 25-percent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports this week, President Donald Trump said Sunday, the latest in a slew of trade levies he has announced.
» Netanyahu praises Trump's Gaza plan as Israel withdraws from key Gaza road
10/02/25 00:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday praised a proposal from President Donald Trump for U.S. control of Gaza and the displacement of its population as "revolutionary", striking a triumphant tone in a statement to his cabinet follo...
» Netanyahu praises Trump's 'revolutionary, creative' Gaza plan
10/02/25 00:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday praised a proposal from President Donald Trump for U.S. control of Gaza and the displacement of its population as "revolutionary", striking a triumphant tone in a statement to his cabinet follo...
» FM Fidan slams Israel’s efforts to ‘Judaize’ Jerusalem
10/02/25 00:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan criticized the Israeli government's actions in Jerusalem, calling them "unacceptable" and warning against the "complete Judaization" of the city.
» Erdoğan says no power can force Palestinians out of their homeland
10/02/25 00:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reaffirmed Sunday that no power can force Gazans out of their “eternal” homeland, as Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem belong to Palestinians.
» Türkiye, Qatar join integrated industrial partnership
10/02/25 00:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye and Qatar joined the Integrated Industrial Partnership for Sustainable Economic Development, expanding the bloc to seven countries.
» Türkiye forges action plan amid Aegean quake swarm
09/02/25 06:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye takes action in response to the continuous tectonic fluctuations in the Aegean region as the country’s emergency management body devises a strategic contingency plan, while Greece extends school closure as a precaution.
» Senior UN official set to hold key meetings on Cyprus issue
09/02/25 06:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo visited Cyprus to hold key meetings with the island's presidents and is expected to travel to the guarantor powers, Greece and Türkiye.
» All the presidents ate
09/02/25 06:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
The inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the US has been in the news in many ways. Especially the luncheon he hosted afterward was closely watched over by the press. Who was invited was one of the most talked about aspec...
» Türkiye unveils plan for safe AI systems
09/02/25 05:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has devised an action plan to establish “a reliable artificial intelligence system” and, in later stages, develop indigenous models, a senior official has said.
» 'We are the future': European far right makes show of force
09/02/25 05:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and France's Marine Le Pen headlined a rally in Madrid on Feb. 8 by Europe's biggest far-right bloc, buoyed by Donald Trump's return to power and calling for "a 180-degree pivot."
» Israeli army expands assault in northern West Bank amid tension
09/02/25 05:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Israeli army expanded its assault in the northern West Bank on Sunday, staging an incursion into the Nur Shams refugee camp, east of Tulkarem city.
» CHP to hold party assembly for polls road map
09/02/25 05:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
The main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) will hold its top executive body on Feb. 10 to discuss a road map for the next presidential polls amid internal discussions about the timing of the move.
» Türkiye advances in indigenous aircraft carrier project as construction phase begins
09/02/25 05:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has embarked on an ambitious endeavor to construct a next-generation aircraft carrier, with the nascent project, yet to be officially named, seeing its first concrete step materialize last month.
» US unlikely to impose protectionist measures against Türkiye: Şimşek
09/02/25 04:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Commenting on the economic measures the new Trump administration has been taking, Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek said the direct risks to Türkiye “are very low.”
» Turkish Airlines sees 8 percent increase in passenger traffic
09/02/25 04:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish Airlines carried a total of 6.77 million passengers in January, marking an 8.2 percent increase from the same month in 2024.
» Decline in rural population poses risks to agricultural production
09/02/25 04:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
The population in rural areas is both declining and aging in Türkiye, creating risks to the country’s agricultural production.
» Turkish tourism investments to gain momentum in 2025
09/02/25 04:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s tourism investments will gain momentum this year as interest rates start falling, Oya Narin, president of the Turkish Tourism Investors’ Association (TTYD), told state-run Anadolu Agency.
» Türkiye’s intel chief in Iran for anti-terror talks
09/02/25 03:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
İbrahim Kalın, the head of the National Intelligence Organization (MİT), held talks with his Iranian counterparts in Tehran, the Turkish state-run Anadolu Agency has reported, citing security sources.
» Trump says Russian leader wants Ukraine war to end: Report
09/02/25 02:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said he had held a phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, discussing efforts to end the Moscow-Kiev war, according to The New York Post.
» Russia says underwater cable damaged by 'external impact'
09/02/25 02:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia's state-controlled telecoms giant said on Feb. 8 that its underwater cable in the Baltic Sea had been damaged by an "external impact."
» PlayStation Network back online after 24-hour outage
09/02/25 02:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Sony PlayStation's online services came back online on Feb. 8, the Japanese group said, after a 24-hour outage frustrated gamers around the world.
» Elon Musk risks putting EU buyers off Tesla, say analysts
09/02/25 02:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Elon Musk's rapprochement with U.S. President Donald Trump, his backing of European far-right parties and attacks on diversity policies could drive European buyers away from Tesla, analysts say.
» Israeli army begins withdrawal from Netzarim Corridor in Gaza
09/02/25 02:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Israeli army began withdrawing from the Netzarim Corridor in the Gaza Strip as part of a ceasefire deal with the Palestinian group Hamas, Israel's public broadcaster reported Sunday.
» Israeli forces withdraw from key Gaza corridor
09/02/25 02:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Israeli military has completed its withdrawal from the eastern portion of the Netzarim Corridor in the central Gaza Strip, a Hamas official announced on Feb. 9.
» Greece extends school closures on Aegean islands due to seismic activity
09/02/25 02:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
Greek authorities extended school closures Saturday to four islands by one week after recent seismic activity in the region, according to public broadcaster ERT.
» Erdoğan to visit Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan for official talks
09/02/25 02:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will pay official visits to Malaysia, Indonesia, and Pakistan next week, the country’s communications director said Saturday.
» President Erdoğan to embark on a three-day South Asia trip
09/02/25 02:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will pay official visits to Malaysia, Indonesia, and Pakistan next week, the country’s communications director said Saturday.
» Saudi Arabia rejects Netanyahu's remarks on displacing Palestinians
09/02/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Saudi Arabia on Sunday strongly condemned the recent statements of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who had called for the displacement of Palestinians to the kingdom.
» Iran, Saudi Arabia rejects Trump's proposal on displacing Palestinians
09/02/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iran and Saudi Arabia have condemned U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to resettle Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, with both nations warning that the plan threatens regional stability and undermines the Palestinian right to self-d...
» Five Thai hostages freed after Over year in Gaza return home
09/02/25 01:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
Five Thai workers released after being held hostage for over a year in Gaza arrived in Bangkok on Sunday.
» US ends aid to South Africa over land law, Israel stance
09/02/25 01:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order cutting U.S. financial assistance to South Africa, citing concerns over its land expropriation law, its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), a...
» US judge blocks Musk's cost-cutting team from Treasury data
09/02/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
A U.S. judge issued an emergency order early Saturday blocking Elon Musk's government reform team from accessing personal and financial data for millions of Americans stored at the Treasury Department, court documents showed.
» Iran ready to negotiate with US but not under 'maximum pressure': Minister
09/02/25 01:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iran was ready to negotiate with the United States but not under the "maximum pressure" strategy of U.S. President Donald Trump, Tehran's chief diplomat suggested on Saturday.
» Authorities recover victims of fatal plane crash in Alaska
09/02/25 01:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Authorities are working to recover the wreckage of a plane crash in western Alaska that killed 10 people while investigators are trying to determine what caused the small commuter aircraft to go down in the icy Bering Sea.
» Israeli airstrike kills 6 in eastern Lebanon despite cease-fire
09/02/25 01:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Six people were killed and two others injured on Saturday in an Israeli airstrike targeting the Shaira area in Lebanon’s eastern Baalbek district, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA).
» Hamas, Israel complete fifth hostage-prisoner swap under Gaza deal
09/02/25 01:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel and Hamas completed their fifth hostage-prisoner swap under a fragile Gaza ceasefire deal on Saturday, with the frail, disoriented appearance of the three freed Israelis sparking dismay among their relatives.
» Trump flags Zelensky meeting as Russia claims key Ukraine town
08/02/25 02:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he would "probably" meet Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky next week, as Russia said its forces had seized the key mining town of Toretsk in east Ukraine.
» Trump demands US aid agency closure despite tumult
08/02/25 02:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump on Friday called for USAID to be shuttered, escalating his unprecedented campaign to dismantle the humanitarian agency.
» Baltic states begin decoupling from Russian power grid
08/02/25 02:25 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Baltic states on Saturday began cutting ties with Russia's power grid in order to integrate with Europe's system, a years-long process that gained urgency with Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
» Over 70 countries warn US sanctions on ICC heighten ‘risk of impunity’ for grave crimes
08/02/25 02:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
More than 70 countries including France, Germany, the U.K., and the Netherlands, on Friday reaffirmed their support for the International Criminal Court (ICC), which has been sanctioned by the US for investigating Israeli war crimes in ...
» Hamas, Israel fifth hostage-prisoner exchange underway
08/02/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hamas is set to release three Israeli hostages on Saturday in exchange for 183 prisoners held by Israel in the fifth exchange of a fragile Gaza ceasefire.
» Turkish defense industry makes technology transfer to Germany
08/02/25 02:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
The capabilities of the Turkish defense industry will benefit Germany in a new technology transfer, as Turkish-based Repkon signed a deal with a leading German artillery maker to produce and deliver ammunition to the German Army in a 15...
» Türkiye is indispensable partner for EU: Hungary's defense chief
08/02/25 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is a key and indispensable partner of the EU in areas such as energy security, trade, regional stability and the fight against terrorism and illegal migration, said Hungary's defense minister.
» Egypt eyes 30 million tourists by 2030
08/02/25 01:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Egypt is looking to attract 30 million tourists annually by 2030, a goal that Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy emphasized at the 28th Eastern Mediterranean International Tourism and Travel Exhibition (EMITT) in Istanbul.
» Spain is the new France
08/02/25 01:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
The 23rd edition of the Madrid Fusión showcased the brilliance of Spanish cuisine where chefs highlighted the quiet revolution in their culinary traditions and boldly announced that they had claimed France’s position as the culinary leader
» Istanbul’s population surpasses that of 131 countries
08/02/25 01:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
The population of Istanbul, Türkiye’s crowded metropolis, has surged to 15,7 million in 2024, surpassing 131 countries in demographic magnitude.
» Türkiye launches nationwide low-cost housing campaign
08/02/25 01:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has recently announced a low-cost social housing initiative across the country, with Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Minister Murat Kurum unveiling plans to mark the outset of the project by th...
» Erdoğan vows to build 'new Türkiye' after 2028 polls
07/02/25 14:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has pledged to build a "new Türkiye" after the country's next elections set for 2028.
» Zelensky says N Korean troops back on Russia front line
07/02/25 14:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that North Korean troops were back on the front line in Russia's Kursk region, after reports Moscow had withdrawn them due to heavy losses.
» Erdoğan speaks with Macron on bilateral ties, regional issues
07/02/25 12:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron, discussing bilateral relations, regional matters, and global issues, according to a statement from Türkiye’s Presidential Communications Dire...
» ICC president: US sanctions 'serious attacks' on international order
07/02/25 12:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
The president of the International Criminal Court on Friday hit out at the announced US sanctions against her institution, describing them as "serious attacks" against the global law-based order.
» Trump says 'no rush' on his controversial Gaza plan
07/02/25 12:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump said Friday that he was in no hurry to advance his shock plan for Gaza, which would see its Palestinian inhabitants moved out and the United States take control.
» Trump condemned for ICC sanctions over Israel, US probes
07/02/25 12:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
The International Criminal Court on Friday condemned U.S. sanctions over probes targeting America and Israel and pledged to press on with its aim to fight for "justice and hope" around the world.
» Germany's Scholz vows support for 'free and safe' Syria
07/02/25 09:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday told Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa that Berlin was ready to support the transition to a "free and safe" future after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad.
» Khamenei warns against negotiating with Washington
07/02/25 08:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Feb. 7 urged his government not to negotiate with the United States, saying it would be "unwise."
» Hungarian PM Viktor Orban vows NGO crackdown
07/02/25 08:12 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hungary is planning to outlaw NGOs that receive funds from the United States, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said, taking inspiration from U.S. President Donald Trump's crackdown on foreign aid.
» Small plane crashes on avenue in Sao Paulo, killing 2 passengers
07/02/25 07:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
A small aircraft crashed on an avenue in Sao Paulo on Friday morning, killing at least two of its passengers, the local firefighter corps said in a statement.
» Ankara mayor avoids discussing CHP primaries for presidential race
07/02/25 07:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavaş has repeated his negative stance over holding primaries for the selection of the main opposition Republican People’s Party’s (CHP) candidate for the next presidential polls, urging the main opposition to stick w...
» Heavy snowfall forces school closures in over 20 Turkish cities
07/02/25 06:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Amid the anticipated cold spell and snowfall, daily life across more than 20 provinces in Türkiye has come to a standstill, prompting authorities to suspend educational activities.
» Mitsotakis visits Santorini as earthquakes keep rattling volcanic island
07/02/25 06:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis traveled to Santorini on Feb. 7, as intense seismic activity continues to shake the island.
» Trump sanctions ICC for 'illegitimate' Israel, US probes
07/02/25 05:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump slapped sanctions on the International Criminal Court for probes targeting America and its ally Israel, but the ICC on Friday vowed to continue providing "justice and hope" around the world.
» Bahçeli undergoes heart valve surgery
07/02/25 04:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli has undergone surgery to replace his heart valve, the party said in a statement on Feb. 6.
» Revoking dual citizenship law would be mistake: Germany’s Scholz
07/02/25 04:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish migrants who settled and worked in Germany decades ago have contributed significantly to the country's economic development, Chancellor Olaf Scholz said, underlining that revoking the dual citizenship law would be a grave mis...
» Central Bank raises inflation forecast for 2025 to 24 percent
07/02/25 03:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Central Bank has lifted its annual consumer inflation forecast for 2025 from the previous 21 percent to 24 percent, as Governor Fatih Karahan has vowed to do “whatever it takes to bring inflation down.”
» Some 66 pct of Turkish internet users shop online once a week
07/02/25 02:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Some 66 percent of Turkish internet users shop online at least once a week, buying mostly clothing and footwear, according to a report by DHL.
» Türkiye was Russians’ most favored destination last year
07/02/25 02:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye topped the list of destinations for Russian tourists in 2024, according to data released by Russia’s Association of Tour Operators.
» Cryptocurrency investors are bracing for bumpy ride
07/02/25 01:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nick was enjoying his Saturday off work in Pennsylvania when he received an unexpected and alarming message: cryptocurrencies, buoyed since Donald Trump's Nov. 5 election win, were in freefall.
» International report warns against loss of control over AI
07/02/25 01:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
A frantic race by tech giants to develop ever more powerful artificial intelligence (AI) could have "harmful" effects, leading researcher Yoshua Bengio has warned as scientists gathered in Paris for a global summit on the technology.
» Ukraine says ready to open humanitarian corridor in Russian border region
07/02/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukraine said Thursday it was ready to open a humanitarian corridor to let hundreds of Russian civilians living in border areas seized by its army return to Russian-controlled territory, if Moscow requests one.
» Hadrianopolis, named as archaeological site
07/02/25 01:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Hadrianopolis, an ancient city in Karabük’s Eskipazar district, has been designated as an archaeological site by the Culture and Tourism Ministry.
» AI to decipher old scrolls charred by volcano
07/02/25 01:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to generate the first readable image from a scroll carbonized by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79
» 41,363 ships traversed Bosphorus last year
07/02/25 01:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
A total of 41,363 vessels passed through the megacity of Istanbul’s iconic Bosphorus Strait last year, according to official data from the Transport and Infrastructure Ministry.
» Judge pauses Musk plan for mass cull of US govt workers
07/02/25 01:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
A judge on Thursday suspended a scheme masterminded by billionaire Elon Musk to slash the size of the U.S. government by encouraging federal workers to quit through a mass buyout.
» Israel orders army plan for ‘voluntary departure’ of Gazans
07/02/25 01:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel's defense minister ordered the army on Thursday to prepare for "voluntary" departures from Gaza, as US President Donald Trump ruled out sending American troops to the territory.
» Netanyahu believes no US troops needed in Gaza
06/02/25 13:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said that U.S. troops are not needed in the Gaza Strip.
» Turkish, Russian foreign ministers discuss developments in Syria, Ukraine
06/02/25 10:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on Thursday discussed the developments in Syria and the situation in Ukraine, diplomatic sources said.
» Fidan, Lavrov discuss Syria, Ukraine over phone
06/02/25 10:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish and Russian top diplomats, Hakan Fidan and Sergey Lavrov, respectively, held a phone call recently to discuss recent developments in Syria and Ukraine, diplomatic sources said on Feb. 6.
» Greece declares state of emergency for Santorini amid ongoing seismic activity
06/02/25 10:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Greece on Thursday declared a state of emergency for Santorini, the focal point of ongoing seismic activity in the southern Aegean Sea since Feb. 1.
» Trump says Gaza would be 'turned over' to US by Israel
06/02/25 10:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump said Thursday that Gaza would be "turned over" by Israel to the United States when the conflict is over, and no soldiers would be needed for his subsequent takeover and redevelopment plan.
» Erdoğan: We revive earthquake-hit region with solidarity
06/02/25 09:01 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has highlighted the government's recovery efforts on the second anniversary of the devastating earthquakes that struck southern Türkiye.
» Israel orders army to plan to let Palestinians leave as US backtracks Gaza plan
06/02/25 08:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel's defense minister ordered the army on Thursday to prepare for "voluntary" departures from the Gaza Strip, after U.S. President Donald Trump proposed moving Palestinians out of the territory.
» Slovaks get Russian gas via Türkiye
06/02/25 07:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Slovakia's gas transit company SPP said Thursday the country was now getting Russian gas via Türkiye after Ukraine halted flows via its territory.
» Turkish army holds military drill in eastern province
06/02/25 07:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish Armed Forces have conducted the large-scale "winter exercise," an annually scheduled drill aimed at rigorously assessing military capabilities under extreme meteorological adversities.
» Ukraine wants allies to join in postwar development
06/02/25 06:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ukraine wants to collaborate with partner countries on postwar projects worth billions of dollars not just in mining rare earth elements, but also in energy and construction sectors to help rebuild the country, Ukrainian Foreign Minister...
» Scientists' conference kicks off global AI summit in Paris
06/02/25 06:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Global experts will debate threats from artificial intelligence (AI) at a 2-day gathering in Paris which kicked off on Thursday, ahead of a summit of world leaders on the fast-moving technology.
» Macron invites Syria’s Sharaa to France for first EU visit
06/02/25 06:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
French President Emmanuel Macron has held a phone call with Syria’s interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa to congratulate him on assuming his position and invited him to visit France, according to a statement from the Syrian presidency.
» Ankara, Damascus to craft road map for new Syrian army
06/02/25 06:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye and Syria will set a common road map for the development of the capacity of the latter’s army, the Turkish Defense Ministry has announced following a historic visit by Syria’s interim president Ahmad al-Sharaa to Ankara.
» Turkish Defense Ministry slams plans to expel Palestinians from Gaza
06/02/25 05:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish National Defense Ministry on Thursday made clear its opposition to any plans that aim to displace Palestinians from Gaza.
» 2 years on, Türkiye’s quake-hit cities continue to recover
06/02/25 05:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of people convened for “silent marches” in the early hours of Feb. 6 across 11 cities, amid the ruins of their former homes, commemorating those who lost their lives in the devastating earthquakes that struck Türkiye’s south tw...
» Israel orders army to plan to let Palestinians leave Gaza
06/02/25 04:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel's defense minister ordered the army on Thursday to start making preparations to allow for "voluntary" departures from the Gaza Strip, after U.S. President Donald Trump floated a proposal to move Palestinians out of the territory.
» Türkiye's population hits 85.6 million: Official data
06/02/25 03:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s population grew by 292,567 from a year earlier as of the end of 2024, and surged to 85.6 million, the country’s official statistic office has announced.
» Airports serve over 16 million passengers in January
06/02/25 02:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish airports served 16.22 million passengers, including 8.7 million international travelers in January, Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu has said.
» ‘Türkiye has potential to attract more foreign investments’
06/02/25 01:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Global economic and political developments are expected to trigger wars and disrupt global supply chains, but Türkiye can capitalize on the opportunities by enhancing its competitiveness, Engin Aksoy, chair of the International Investors...
» Turkish defense company Aselsan opens office in Oman
06/02/25 00:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
Aselsan, one of Türkiye's leading defense companies, has opened an office in the Gulf nation of Oman, it announced Wednesday.
» Following US, Argentina quits World Health Organization
06/02/25 00:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Argentina said Wednesday it will quit the World Health Organization, following in the footsteps of Donald Trump's United States and citing similar complaints over the U.N. body's management of the Covid-19 pandemic.
» January sets 'surprising' heat record: EU monitor
06/02/25 00:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Last month was the hottest January on record, Europe's climate monitor said Thursday, despite expectations that cooler La Nina conditions might quell a streak of record-breaking global temperatures.
» Türkiye totally rejects Trump’s Gaza plan
06/02/25 00:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has expressed its rejection to United States’ President Donald Trump’s proposal of the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, adding no country in the region, including Türkiye can accept such an idea.
» US appears to backtrack as Trump Gaza plan sparks global outcry
06/02/25 00:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump's administration appeared to backtrack Wednesday after his proposal to take over Gaza sparked uproar, with the United Nations warning against "ethnic cleansing" in the Palestinian territory.
» Turkish agency warns that earthquakes in Aegean Sea may trigger volcanic activity
05/02/25 23:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ongoing seismic activity in the Aegean Sea has the possibility of causing volcanic activity, a report by Türkiye's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) and the Mineral Research and Exploration General Directorate (MTA) said...
» David Beckham visits Türkiye for campaign
05/02/25 23:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Football legend David Beckham recently visited Türkiye to participate in an advertising campaign. The former Manchester United and Real Madrid star, known for his influence in both sports and fashion, has been selected as the face of a b...
» Netflix drops 'Emilia Perez' star Oscar bid over offensive posts
05/02/25 23:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Netflix has dropped Karla Sofia Gascon, the star of "Emilia Perez," from its high-profile Oscars campaign and distanced itself from the best actress nominee over her offensive social media posts, Hollywood trade outlets reported on Feb. 4.
» Türkiye returns historical artifacts to Egypt
05/02/25 23:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Numerous historical artifacts found in a foreigner’s house were returned to Egypt at a ceremony in Ankara
» Rumeli Han’s mystic tunnel to transform into cultural hub
05/02/25 23:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
An ancient secret tunnel in Istanbul's historic Rumeli Han, located on Istanbul’s iconic İstiklal Street, will be transformed into an exclusive location for cultural events, bringing enthusiasts together in an intriguing, distinctive place.
» Türkiye marks 2nd anniversary of devastating earthquakes in southern cities
05/02/25 23:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye solemnly commemorates the second anniversary of the devastating earthquakes that struck the nation’s southern provinces in 2023, mourning the 53,725 lives lost in one of the most catastrophic disasters in its history.
» Istanbul embraces snowfall amid flight disruptions, precautions
05/02/25 23:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
High-altitude areas of Istanbul have welcomed the long-awaited snowfall, prompting flight cancelations and continuous precautionary measures.
» 223,000 diagnosed with cancer in Türkiye within year: Report
05/02/25 23:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
Around 223,000 individuals have been diagnosed with cancer within a year in the country, the Turkish Cancer Statistics Report has pointed out.
» Türkiye to continue cooperation with Germany on regional issues: Erdoğan
05/02/25 13:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Wednesday said Türkiye will continue to cooperate with Germany on regional issues, including Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine.
» Prosecutor seeks up to 7 years in prison for İmamoğlu over remarks
05/02/25 09:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has concluded its indictment against Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, seeking a prison sentence ranging from 2 years and 8 months to 7 years and 4 months.
» We won't tolerate attacks on women’s rights: Erdoğan
05/02/25 08:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan attended the 7th Ordinary Congress of Justice and Development Party (AKP) Women’s Branch at Ankara Sports Hall, emphasizing the party’s long and determined journey in serving the nation.
» More suspects detained in major Grand Bazaar money laundering op
05/02/25 08:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
The number of detentions on Feb. 5 reached 40 in a large-scale money laundering operation involving Istanbul’s iconic Grand Bazaar, with police showcasing seized vehicles.
» Trump bid to take over Gaza, move Palestinians faces backlash
05/02/25 07:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump's shock proposal for the United States to take over the Gaza Strip and resettle its people faced a resounding rejection from Palestinians, Middle East leaders and governments elsewhere on Wednesday.
» Türkiye proposes regional coalition to fight ISIL : Fidan
05/02/25 07:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has announced that senior ministers, military and intelligence officials from Türkiye, Syria, Iraq and Jordan will soon come together to create a platform to fight the ISIL terrorist organization and control ...
» Türkiye-Armenia dialogue has never been so active: Pashinyan
05/02/25 07:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Armenia’s engagement in dialogue with Türkiye has never been this active amid efforts to normalize relations, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has said, expressing further hope for the ties between the two neighbors.
» Baltics to cut Soviet-era ties to Russian power grid
05/02/25 06:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Baltic states Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are to disconnect from the Russian power grid on Feb. 8, a politically-charged move that severs their Soviet-era energy ties with Moscow.
» Philippine House votes to impeach VP Sara Duterte
05/02/25 06:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Philippine lawmakers on Wednesday voted to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, who has fallen out spectacularly with the country's leader, paving the way for a Senate trial that could see her removed from office.
» EU to allocate 310 mln euros in grants to Türkiye
05/02/25 06:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
The European Union is set to allocate a grant of 310 million euros ($323 million) under the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA) for the period 2025-2027 to enhance the competitiveness of enterprises in Türkiye, according to the...
» Türkiye launches probe into killing of 3 nationals on Israel-Lebanon border
05/02/25 06:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish prosecutors have launched an investigation into the deaths of three Turkish nationals who were killed while attempting to cross illegally from the Lebanese border into Israel.
» Trump's Gaza plan 'unacceptable': Fidan
05/02/25 04:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's top diplomat on Wednesday lashed out at President Donald Trump's proposal for the United States to take over the Gaza Strip and resettle Palestinians in other countries.
» Return of Syrians to impact labor market: Gov’t report
05/02/25 04:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
The return of Syrians to their country is likely to have a significant impact on the labor market in Türkiye, according to the National Employment Strategy (NES) document.
» Turkish steel industry to focus on new markets this year
05/02/25 04:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish steel producers will focus on new markets in Africa and South America in 2025, says Adnan Aslan, president of the Turkish Steel Exporters’ Association (ÇİB).
» Global demand for gold hits record 4,974 tons in 2024
05/02/25 04:12 from Hurriyet Daily News
Global gold demand hit a record high of 4,974 tons in 2024, driven by strong central bank purchases and growing investment interest, according to the World Gold Council’s latest report released on Wednesday.
» Türkiye, Syria determined to restore ‘strategic ties’
05/02/25 03:22 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye and Syria have announced their firm determination to restore strategic ties and rebuild the latter during Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa’s historic visit to Ankara upon the invitation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
» Ponzi scheme founders face over 45,000 years in prison
05/02/25 00:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
The founders of Çiftlik Bank (Farm Bank), a Ponzi scheme that defrauded around 132,000 individuals of over 1.1 billion Turkish Liras (about $30 million), have been sentenced to a prison term exceeding 45,000 years.
» Türkiye’s Aegean cities to hold emergency meeting amid earthquakes
05/02/25 00:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
The mayors of Türkiye’s five Aegean provinces are set to convene an emergency summit to discuss potential measures amid ongoing seismic activity in the region and an evacuation mobilization on one of Greece’s islands.
» 488 lighthouses across Türkiye undergoing restoration
05/02/25 00:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is undertaking a major restoration project to preserve its maritime heritage, with 488 lighthouses, including 42 historic structures, undergoing renovation under a structured program, Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulka...
» Türkiye’s largest high school complex opens in Istanbul
05/02/25 00:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s largest high school education complex, Esenyurt Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Complex, has been inaugurated in a ceremony attended by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
» Minister signals two stages for social media restriction
05/02/25 00:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish authorities are currently working on the gradual implementation of age restrictions on social media use, carrying on with the studies in two phases, one for children under the age of 13 and another for ages 13-16, the Family and ...
» Hatay’s cuisine, culture, arts kept alive in local markets
05/02/25 00:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Following the devastating earthquakes of Feb. 6, 2023, two marketplaces, Antakya Gastronomy Market and the Culture and Arts Market, were established in Hatay to help shopkeepers reconnect with customers. A total of 6,180 prefabricated bu...
» Monumental task of restoring Rubens paintings
05/02/25 00:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
When an iconic painting is in need of restoration, it is usually taken to a studio to be worked on in seclusion.
» Türkiye's first lady meets with Syrian counterpart
05/02/25 00:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's wife, Emine Erdoğan, met with Latifa al-Durubi, the wife of Syrian President Ahmad al-Shaara.
» Top climate scientist declares 2C climate goal 'dead'
05/02/25 00:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Holding long-term global warming to two degrees Celsius — the fallback target of the Paris climate accord — is now "impossible," according to a stark new analysis published by leading scientists.
» Trump in 'no rush' to speak with China's Xi despite tariff battle
05/02/25 00:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was not in a hurry to speak with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, despite expectations that they would hold talks after announcing tit-for-tat tariffs in a growing trade conflict.
» Trump says US will take over Gaza, create 'Riviera of the Middle East'
05/02/25 00:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump revealed an extraordinary plan Tuesday for the United States to take over the Gaza Strip, resettle Palestinians in other countries — seemingly whether they wanted to leave or not — and turn the territory into ...
» Google pledge against using AI for weapons vanishes
05/02/25 00:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Google on Tuesday updated its principles when it comes to artificial intelligence, removing vows not to use the technology for weapons or surveillance.
» Türkiye expresses sorrow over deadly school attack in Sweden
05/02/25 00:20 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye expressed "deep sadness" over a shooting at a school in Sweden on Tuesday that left around 10 people dead.
» Syrian president's 'historic' visit marks start of ‘lasting friendship': Erdoğan
04/02/25 13:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Feb. 4 described Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa’s visit to Ankara as a “historic” step toward the beginning of a period of “lasting friendship and cooperation” between the two countries.
» AI-generated ancient city documentary screened
04/02/25 11:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
The special screening of the AI-generated documentary “Stratonikeia Gladiators” was held on Feb. 3 in Muğla.
» Türkiye rejects Trump’s bid to expel Palestinians from Gaza
04/02/25 08:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has reiterated its objection to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to expel Palestinians from their lands to Egypt and Jordan, as Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan described the American leader's approach as "failing to read histo...
» AFAD chief appointed as MGK secretary
04/02/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
A presidential decree on Feb. 3 appointed Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency (AFAD) head Okay Memiş as the secretary-general of Türkiye's National Security Council (MGK).
» 15 freed Palestinian prisoners arrived in Türkiye: FM
04/02/25 07:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign minister Tuesday expressed concerns over the potential actions of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government following the release of Israeli prisoners.
» 15 freed Palestinian prisoners arrive in Türkiye
04/02/25 07:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Fifteen Palestinian prisoners have arrived in Türkiye following their release by Israel as part of a ceasefire agreement, Turkish authorities said on Feb. 4.
» Erdoğan hosts Syria's new leader in Ankara
04/02/25 07:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa on Feb. 4 for talks on rebuilding the neighboring lands and the issue of terrorism near the countries' border.
» Iraq’s KRG oil to be routed via southern Turkish port
04/02/25 06:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Oil from Iraq’s Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) will be consigned to the Iraqi State Oil Marketing Organization (SOMO) and subsequently exported via the Ceyhan Port in Türkiye’s south, Baghdad’s oil minister has announced.
» Passenger car sales fall 12.6 percent in January
04/02/25 06:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Passenger car sales in Türkiye dropped 12.6 percent year-on-year by 8,097 units in January, according to data released by an industry group on Tuesday.
» Air pollution ‘fuels lung cancer among non-smokers’
04/02/25 05:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Air pollution is fueling a rise in the commonest form of lung cancer among non-smokers, hitting women and people in southeast Asia particularly hard, according to a study published on Feb. 4.
» El Salvador offers to jail Americans, Rubio says
04/02/25 05:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
El Salvador's leader has offered to jail Americans so President Donald Trump can outsource the U.S. prison system, an extraordinary step that was hailed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
» France pitches AI summit as 'wake-up call' for Europe
04/02/25 05:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
France hosts top tech players next week at an artificial intelligence summit meant as a "wake-up call" for Europe as it struggles with AI challenges from the United States and China.
» Russian missile kills four, wounds 20 in east Ukraine: Governor
04/02/25 05:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
A Russian missile fired Tuesday on the eastern Ukrainian city of Izyum killed four people and wounded 17, the governor of the broader Kharkiv region said on social media.
» Türkiye drives growth for Eurasia: ECO chief
04/02/25 05:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye stands as the "engine" propelling growth across Eurasia, serving as a vital bridge connecting South, Central, West Asia and the Caucasus, according to Asad Majeed Khan, secretary-general of the Economic Cooperation Organization (...
» 'Reducing inflation is our top priority,' says Şimşek
04/02/25 05:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek acknowledged market skepticism while emphasizing the government's commitment to tackling inflation.
» NATO chief urges allies to boost defense spending
04/02/25 05:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Feb. 3 called for increased defense spending among alliance members, warning that the current 2 percent of GDP target "will not be enough to keep us safe" in an increasingly dangerous world.
» Hundreds of quakes shake Greek Islands, forcing school closures
04/02/25 05:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
More Greek islands closed schools Tuesday as hundreds of earthquakes ratted the Aegean Sea, while a handful of hardy tourists enjoyed having Santorini’s stunning views to themselves.
» Prosecutor’s office requests media archive on Gezi protests
04/02/25 04:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has requested Türkiye’s media regulator to provide archival footage and recordings pertaining to the 2013 Gezi Park protests, signaling a potential expansion of an ongoing investigation.
» OpenAI inks deal with S Korea's Kakao after DeepSeek upset
04/02/25 02:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
OpenAI chief Sam Altman inked a deal with tech giant Kakao in South Korea on Feb. 4 as the U.S. firm seeks new alliances after Chinese rival DeepSeek shook the global AI industry.
» Cape Town hosts Africa’s largest mining summit
04/02/25 02:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
Africa’s largest mining investment summit kicked off in South Africa’s city of Cape Town on Feb. 3 to discuss the future of mining and investment opportunities on the continent.
» Musk's US government 'takeover' sounds alarm bells
04/02/25 01:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
Elon Musk has begun swinging his wrecking ball at the U.S. government, with concerns growing over the unprecedented power that President Donald Trump has handed to the world's richest man.
» Ancient games brought to life
04/02/25 01:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Trying to find an answer to the question “What did children play with in ancient times?” Gökçen Göksel adapts games, some dating back 5,000 years, that were once part of daily life in ancient cities to the present day.
» Ottoman’s Istanbul illustrated in a book
04/02/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
The colorful illustrations of Istanbul from the Ottoman period, captured by British Orientalist artist John Frederick Lewis, are a unique source for those interested in the city’s history and culture
» Beyonce finally wins top album at Grammys
04/02/25 01:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Beyonce won album of the year for ‘Cowboy Carter’ at Grammys while Kendrick Lamar won song and record of the year for his diss track ‘Not Like Us’
» Receding water levels in Van Lake reveal ruins of ancient pier
04/02/25 01:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
As water levels in Van Lake have receded in recent years, the ruins of an ancient pier resurfaced on the coast of Esenkıyı village in the southeastern city of Bitlis.
» Authorities investigate tax discrepancies among high-earning artists
04/02/25 01:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Treasury and Finance Ministry has intensified its crackdown on tax evasion, targeting actors, singers and their agencies in a broad investigation.
» Mucilage once again appears in Marmara Sea
04/02/25 01:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Marine mucilage, first detected in the Marmara Sea about four years ago and has periodically resurfaced since then, has recently reappeared along the shores of Princes' Islands in the metropolis of Istanbul.
» Japan considering accepting Gazans for medical aid: Prime minister
04/02/25 01:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said his government is considering offering medical support in Japan to Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, local media reported.
» Trump meets with Netanyahu for second time to discuss Gaza ceasefire
04/02/25 01:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump are set to discuss the future of the Gaza ceasefire Tuesday as the Israeli prime minister becomes the first foreign leader to visit the White House since the U.S. president's return to power.
» Netanyahu seeks firm backing from US during key visit
04/02/25 01:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met yesterday as the latter faces competing pressure from his right-wing coalition to end a temporary truce against Hamas in Gaza and from war-weary Israelis who w...
» China hits back at US with levies as Trump tariffs come in force
04/02/25 01:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
China said Tuesday it would impose tariffs of 15 percent on imports of coal and liquefied natural gas from the United States, in retaliation for Washington's 10 percent levies on Chinese goods.
» Eastern DR Congo rebel alliance including M23 declares ceasefire
04/02/25 01:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Alliance Fleuve Congo, a rebel alliance in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, which includes M23 rebels, has declared a ceasefire starting Feb.4, it said in a statement late Monday.
» Trump trade threats overshadow European defense meet
03/02/25 13:06 from Hurriyet Daily News
The threat of a transatlantic trade war loomed large Monday over a gathering of European leaders aimed at boosting the continent's defenses in the face of an aggressive Russia.
» Prisoner exchanges continue despite Israeli provocations: Erdoğan
03/02/25 12:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Despite ongoing provocations from Israel, the exchange of prisoners and detainees between Israel and Hamas continues, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Monday.
» Trump says 'no guarantees' Gaza ceasefire will hold
03/02/25 09:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump said Monday he is not sure the Gaza ceasefire will hold, a day before he was to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
» Türkiye set to deploy defense attachés: Official
03/02/25 07:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye will station "defense industry attachés" at its embassies as part of a broader effort to expand the reach of its defense sector, a top official 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.