» Israel using Druze as pretext to expand, Erdoğan says
17/07/25 13:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on July 17 accused Israel of using the Druze minority in Syria as a pretext for expanding into the war-torn country.
» Zelensky appoints new prime minister
17/07/25 11:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
Fresh off securing a plan to receive more U.S. weaponry, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed a new prime minister – the key negotiator of his country’s deal with the U.S. to partner on the development of rare earth miner...
» Pope Leo says hopes to visit Türkiye in months ahead
17/07/25 10:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
Pope Leo XIV confirmed Thursday he hoped to visit Türkiye in the coming months for a Christian religious commemoration, in what could be his first overseas trip as pontiff.
» Erdoğan holds talks with Sharaa after Syria ceasefire
17/07/25 09:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has spoken with Syrian interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa on the phone following a ceasefire was reached between Syrian army and Druze forces in the country's south
» Bolu court concludes 10-day hearing for hotel blaze
17/07/25 09:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
A court delivered an interim ruling on July 17 in the case concerning the deadly January hotel fire in the northern province of Bolu, ordering the arrest of one firefighter.
» House sales surge nearly 36 percent in June
17/07/25 07:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
House sales in Türkiye soared 35.8 percent year-on-year in June, reflecting strong demand across the country, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) reported on July 17.
» Erdoğan vows deeper ties with South Korea
17/07/25 07:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has expressed his hope for further strengthening Türkiye-South Korea ties in various fields, including nuclear energy and artificial intelligence, during a phone call with South Korean leader Lee Jae-myung.
» Türkiye played key role in Syria ceasefire: Sources
17/07/25 07:33 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s active diplomacy, spearheaded by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and intelligence chief İbrahim Kalın, has been instrumental in brokering a ceasefire in Syria’s Sweida province, ending heavy clashes between Syrian and Druze forces...
» Brazil scrambles for rooms to host COP30 in Amazon
17/07/25 07:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Brazil insisted on July 16 it will have enough rooms for the tens of thousands of people expected to attend the COP30 U.N. climate conference in the Amazonian city of Belem in November.
» IVF trial reduces risk of babies inheriting diseases
17/07/25 07:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Eight healthy babies have been born in the U.K. using a new in-vitro fertilization (IVF) technique that successfully reduced their risk of inheriting genetic diseases from their mothers, the results of a world-first trial said yesterday.
» Russia, Ukraine trade deadly drone attacks
17/07/25 07:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia and Ukraine traded another wave of drone strikes overnight, both sides said on Thursday, in attacks that killed and wounded people on either side of the front line.
» Wildfire in Tekirdağ under control after forcing 1,300 to evacuate
17/07/25 05:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
A massive wildfire that began in the northwestern province of Tekirdağ’s Şarköy district on the afternoon of July 15 and forced the evacuated of more than 1,300 people has been completely brought under control.
» Israel strikes hit Gaza's sole Catholic church: Italian PM
17/07/25 05:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli strikes on Gaza have hit the territory's only Catholic church, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Thursday, while the ANSA news agency said two people had died.
» Strike on Gaza's only Catholic church kills two
17/07/25 05:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
A strike on Gaza's only Catholic church killed two people on Thursday, the territory's civil defense agency and the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said, as Italy's prime minister slammed "unacceptable" Israeli attacks on civilians.
» Strike on Gaza's only Catholic church kills three
17/07/25 05:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
A strike on Gaza's only Catholic church killed three people on Thursday, the territory's civil defense agency and the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said, as Italy's prime minister slammed "unacceptable" Israeli attacks on civilians.
» More than 50 killed in Iraq mall fire: Medical sources
17/07/25 02:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
More than 50 people were killed in a fire that tore through a shopping mall in the eastern Iraqi city of Kut, medical sources told AFP Thursday.
» Iraq shopping mall fire kills more than 60
17/07/25 02:43 from Hurriyet Daily News
A fire tore through a newly opened shopping mall in the eastern Iraqi city of Kut overnight, killing at least 61 people, authorities said Thursday, as grief-stricken families searched for missing relatives.
» Trains from China to Türkiye depart via Middle Corridor
17/07/25 02:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Two freight trains departed China for Türkiye on July 9, marking the first direct rail shipment under a new regular service connecting the cities of Chongqing and Chengdu with Europe via the Middle Corridor, the Turkish Transport and Inf...
» Türkiye looking at $5 billion trade volume with Georgia
17/07/25 02:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's Trade Minister Ömer Bolat has announced that Türkiye and Georgia aim to boost their bilateral trade volume to $5 billion, noting that the current trade volume has already surpassed $3.5 billion.
» EU mega budget hits immediate German opposition
17/07/25 02:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
The European Union executive has proposed a two-trillion-euro long-term budget focused on tackling overseas competition and Russian aggression, but it was quickly shot down by Germany.
» US companies in China scale back their future investments
17/07/25 02:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
American companies in China are reporting record-low new investment plans for this year and declining confidence in their profitability, with uncertainty in U.S.-China relations and President Donald Trump’s tariffs their top concerns, ac...
» Türkiye announces Oscar entry
17/07/25 02:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has selected Murat Fıratoğlu’s “One of the Days When Hemme Died” (Hemme'nin Öldüğü Günlerden Biri) as its official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 98th Academy Awards.
» Nemrut statues to be preserved with nano-lime method
17/07/25 01:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
Following successful trials in 2022, restoration teams have begun applying the nano-lime solution to the Eagle Head and King Antiochos statues on the western terrace of the UNESCO-listed site
» 'Severance' leads Emmy nominations with 27
17/07/25 01:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
"Severance," which leads Emmy nominees with 27 Emmy nominations, is clearly the early favorite, with star Adam Scott a nominee for best actor
» 200 artifacts found in hunt for Manzikert battlefield
17/07/25 01:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
In their quest to pinpoint the site of the 1071 Battle of Manzikert (Malazgirt), a defining clash that ushered in Turkish rule over Anatolia, researchers have unearthed nearly 200 exquisite metal artifacts, including arrowheads, coins, r...
» Bursa village emerges as ‘stork sanctuary’
17/07/25 01:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
In the village of Karaoğlan, nestled on the shores of Lake Uluabat in the northwestern province of Bursa, storks are thriving in remarkable numbers, making it the most stork-populated settlement in the region.
» Türkiye, UAE sign 7 key agreements to deepen strategic ties
17/07/25 01:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Seven bilateral agreements were signed on Wednesday in the presence of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, marking a significant step forward in strategic c...
» Turkish parliament approves speaker's motion condemning Israel's attacks in Syria
17/07/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish parliament approved a motion by its speaker late Wednesday condemning Israel's attacks in Syria.
» Parliament motion condemns Israel's attacks in Syria
17/07/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish parliament approved a motion late on July 16 condemning Israel's attacks in Syria, denouncing them as a threat to regional peace and stability.
» Israeli attacks on Syria 'deepening the ethnic fault lines' across region: Fidan
17/07/25 01:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan slammed Israel on Wednesday for pursuing an aggressive regional strategy that threatens stability in the Middle East.
» Israel does not want peace, Fidan says at UN
17/07/25 01:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has accused Israel of spreading instability across the Middle East, arguing it "does not want peace" following airstrikes on official buildings in Damascus.
» Fidan: ‘Ceasefire expected within hours’ in Syria
16/07/25 14:58 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said a ceasefire process is likely to begin within hours amid escalating Israeli airstrikes in Syria, following a series of high-level diplomatic contacts with regional and international counterparts.
» New ceasefire agreed in Druze-majority Sweida: Syria interior ministry
16/07/25 10:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Syria said a new ceasefire was reached Wednesday in Sweida, a day after an earlier truce collapsed amid days of violence that have killed more than 300, according to a monitor.
» Syria says agreement reached to halt military operations in Sweida
16/07/25 10:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
Syria said a new ceasefire reached on Wednesday in the Druze-majority city of Sweida will bring a complete halt to military operations and be overseen by government officials and local representatives.
» Teams intercept 89 migrants off İzmir coast
16/07/25 09:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish security units have intercepted 89 irregular migrants attempting to cross the Aegean Sea illegally from the western province of İzmir, local media reported.
» Türkiye condemns Israeli attacks on Damascus
16/07/25 09:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye has once again condemned Israel’s continued military attacks that targeted Syrian territories and official buildings in Damascus, urging all relevant parties to exert efforts to contribute to the establishment of peace and stabil...
» Erdoğan, UAE leader hold strategic talks in Ankara
16/07/25 09:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed his United Arab Emirates counterpart, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Ankara on July 16 for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and addressing regional developments.
» DEM Party MPs meet Bahçeli, Tunç amid peace efforts
16/07/25 08:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
A delegation from the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) continued political engagements on July 16 with Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç and Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli as part of the government’s "...
» UN says malnutrition in Gaza has doubled
16/07/25 07:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Malnutrition rates among children in the Gaza Strip have doubled since Israel imposed sharp restrictions on the entry of food in March, the U.N. said on July 15. New Israeli strikes killed more than 90 Palestinians, including dozens of w...
» Europe gives Iran deadline to contain nuclear program
16/07/25 07:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
The United Kingdom, France and Germany have agreed to restore tough U.N. sanctions on Iran by the end of August if there has been no concrete progress on a nuclear deal, two European diplomats said on July 15.
» Israeli strike in Damascus stokes regional tensions
16/07/25 07:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel escalated tensions in the region Wednesday with a strike near Syria’s Defense Ministry in Damascus and threats of further military action, while clashes intensified in southern Syria following the collapse of a ceasefire between g...
» Israel bombs Syria army HQ after warning Damascus to leave Druze alone
16/07/25 07:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel bombed the Syrian army headquarters in Damascus on Wednesday after warning the Islamist-led government to leave the Druze minority alone in its Sweida heartland, where a war monitor says sectarian clashes have killed nearly 250 pe...
» FM Fidan to attend informal meeting on Cyprus in New York
16/07/25 02:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will attend an informal meeting on Cyprus with the leaders of the divided island and guarantor powers in New York.
» Harry Potter series to debut in 2027
16/07/25 02:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
HBO has officially started production on the highly anticipated “Harry Potter” TV series adaption, the network announced on July 14, also revealing a first look at the titular character.
» A quarter of Perinthos' ancient theater unveiled
16/07/25 02:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Excavations continue in the 5,000-year-old ancient city of Perinthos in the Marmaraereğlisi district of the northwestern province of Tekirdağ, where archaeologists have focused their efforts this year on unearthing a massive ancient thea...
» New destination for history, nature lovers: Zindan Cave
16/07/25 02:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Zindan Cave in Isparta’s Aksu district, which was opened to tourism 23 years ago, has become a frequent destination for visitors thanks to its historical value, cool waters and natural wonders.
» Tourists brave extreme heat to explore Mardin’s historic Midyat
16/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Despite scorching temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius, the historic district of Midyat in the southeastern province of Mardin continues to attract a steady stream of tourists eager to explore its rich cultural and architectural he...
» Nvidia's Huang says China's open-source AI a 'catalyst for progress'
16/07/25 02:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called China's open-source artificial intelligence a "catalyst for global progress" and hailed the country's innovation in the sector as he addressed an expo in Beijing on Wednesday.
» Nvidia's Huang says 'doing our best' to serve Chinese market
16/07/25 02:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang called China's open-source artificial intelligence a "catalyst for global progress" and hailed the country's innovation in the sector as he addressed an expo in Beijing on Wednesday.
» Trump says Ukraine should not target Moscow
16/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Ukraine should not target Moscow, after the Kremlin charged that a new U.S. plan to supply weapons to Kiev along with sanctions threats against Russia would delay peace efforts.
» UN expert on Palestinians says US sanctions are a 'violation' of immunity
16/07/25 01:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
The UN's unflinching expert on Palestinian affairs Francesca Albanese said Tuesday that Washington's sanctions following her criticism of the White House's stance on Gaza are a "violation" of her immunity.
» US floats 100-year lease on Zangezur corridor to break Armenia-Azerbaijan deadlock
16/07/25 01:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.S. ambassador to Türkiye and special envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, has revealed Washington's proposal to manage the disputed Zangezur transport corridor between Armenia and Azerbaijan, aiming to jumpstart stalled peace talks by havi...
» Wildfires rage across Tekirdağ, Çanakkale as aerial intervention ramps up
16/07/25 01:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Efforts to combat forest fires that erupted in Western province of Tekirdağ's Şarköy district and leaped into Çanakkale's Gelibolu area continue unabated with air and ground teams, while a separate blaze in Çanakkale's Ayvacık district d...
» Blazes surge across Türkiye as firefighting efforts persist
16/07/25 01:35 from Hurriyet Daily News
Firefighters continue to battle relentless forest fires sweeping across multiple provinces, fueled by fierce winds, scorching temperatures and parched vegetation.
» Syria condemns Israel’s ‘treacherous aggression’ after attacks on Suwayda
16/07/25 01:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Syria strongly condemned Israeli airstrikes Tuesday on the country’s south as a “treacherous aggression” and a grave violation of international law.
» Israel military says hit entrance of Syrian military HQ in Damascus
16/07/25 01:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel said Wednesday it had hit Syria's military headquarters, after vowing to step up strikes unless the government withdrew its forces from areas in Syria's south that recently saw deadly clashes between Druze and Bedouin tribes.
» Divided EU leaves action against Israel on Gaza 'on table'
15/07/25 12:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Tuesday said the bloc was leaving the door open to action against Israel over the war in Gaza if the humanitarian situation does not improve.
» Erdoğan vows ‘new era’ for Türkiye on failed coup anniversary
15/07/25 09:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has pledged to usher in a "new era" for Türkiye as the country marked the ninth anniversary of the 2016 failed coup attempt.
» Nationwide tribute, ceremonies mark ninth year of 2016 coup attempt
15/07/25 09:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
A wide array of public events and commemorative ceremonies on July 15 marked the ninth anniversary of the failed coup attempt carried out by the FETÖ terrorist organization in 2016, honoring those who lost their lives.
» Netanyahu's coalition rattled over military draft law
15/07/25 08:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
An Israeli ultra-Orthodox party that has been a key governing partner of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said early on July 15 it was leaving the coalition government, threatening to destabilize the Israeli leader’s rule at a pivotal t...
» China's Xi vows greater support for Russia as meets Lavrov
15/07/25 06:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Chinese President Xi Jinping told Russia's top diplomat on Tuesday that their countries should "strengthen mutual support", state media said, as foreign ministers gathered in Beijing for Shanghai Cooperation Organisation talks.
» Russia says open for Ukraine talks, will respond to Trump's ultimatum
15/07/25 06:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia said on Tuesday it needed time to respond to U.S. President Donald Trump's ultimatum to end the Ukraine war or face new sanctions but it was ready for fresh talks with Kiev.
» Edirne border crossings see record-breaking influx of expats
15/07/25 06:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Border crossings in the northwestern province of Edirne have seen the highest number of entries ever recorded, as Turkish nationals living abroad began arriving in large numbers for the summer holidays, the city’s governor has announced.
» UN to host expanded Cyprus talks in New York
15/07/25 06:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
The leaders of Turkish Cyprus and Greek Cyprus, as well as guarantor states Türkiye, Greece and the United Kingdom, will come together at a 5+1 format meeting hosted by U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on July 16 and 17 in New Yor...
» Syria declares ceasefire in Druze city after clashes
15/07/25 05:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Syria's defense minister declared a ceasefire Tuesday in the Druze-majority city of Sweida, following clashes with Druze fighters.
» Syria declares ceasefire as forces enter Druze city amid sectarian violence
15/07/25 05:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Syria's defense minister declared a ceasefire Tuesday in the Druze-majority city of Sweida, following clashes with Druze fighters.
» Footage shows hotel executive escaping blaze in deadly Bolu fire
15/07/25 05:28 from Hurriyet Daily News
Security camera footage from a deadly fire in the northern city of Bolu has emerged, showing the hotel’s general manager and his family fleeing their room minutes after the fire broke out.
» FETÖ financing bust targets food chains, hundreds of suspects
15/07/25 05:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish authorities on July 15 issued detention warrants for over 370 individuals suspected of involvement in the FETÖ terrorist organization’s financial networks, with two major food chains seized as part of a nationwide operation.
» Türkiye, Oman sign MoU on energy cooperation
15/07/25 02:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye and Oman have signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen energy cooperation between the two countries, Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has said during a visit to Muscat.
» EU still seeks Trump trade deal — but readies retaliation
15/07/25 02:45 from Hurriyet Daily News
The EU on Monday moved to firm up possible retaliation if US President Donald Trump hits the bloc with 30-percent tariffs, while insisting it was still looking to clinch a deal by August 1.
» Pentagon awards contracts to xAI, Google and OpenAI
15/07/25 02:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Pentagon has announced contracts with multiple leading U.S. artificial intelligence firms including Elon Musk's xAI, which has faced intense scrutiny in recent days over anti-Semitic posts by its Grok chatbot.
» Chinese economy expanded by 5.2 percent in second quarter
15/07/25 02:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
China's economy slowed in the last quarter as President Donald Trump’s trade war escalated, but it still expanded at a robust 5.2 percent pace, the government said Tuesday.
» Israeli opposition blasts Netanyahu over Gaza as coalition teeters on brink
15/07/25 02:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israeli opposition leaders have lambasted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the deaths of three soldiers in northern Gaza clashes, dubbing it a "black night" and accusing him of prioritizing political survival over troop safety as hi...
» Turkish wheelchair athlete eyes Grand Slam glory at Wimbledon
15/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
After a groundbreaking Wimbledon run that saw him become the first Turkish wheelchair tennis player to reach the semi-finals, the 23-year-old Turkish athlete Ahmet Kaplan vows to win a Grand Slam title and inspire the next generation of ...
» Byzantine-era graves unearthed in Heraclea
15/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Excavations in the ancient city of Heraclea near the southwestern town of Milas have uncovered many Byzantine-era graves of children and adults, as well as burial goods, archaeologists have announced.
» Project launched to track flamingo chicks
15/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of flamingo chicks hatching on a man-made breeding island at İzmir Bird Paradise will be tracked via leg bands as part of a scientific monitoring initiative to understand their life cycles and migratory patterns.
» ‘Superman’ and DC Studios fly to a $122 million opening
15/07/25 02:03 from Hurriyet Daily News
In a bid to kickoff a new era for DC Studios, James Gunn’s “Superman” opened with $122 million in U.S. and Canada ticket sales over the weekend, according to studio estimates on July 13.
» Nvidia says it will resume sales of 'H20' AI chips to China
15/07/25 01:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. tech giant Nvidia said on Tuesday it will resume sales of its H20 artificial intelligence chips to China, after Washington pledged to remove licensing curbs that had put a stop to exports.
» Trump gives Russia 50 days to make Ukraine deal
15/07/25 01:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump told Russia on Monday to end its Ukraine war within 50 days or face massive new economic sanctions, as he laid out plans for new infusions of weaponry for Kiev via NATO.
» Türkiye-Qatar humanitarian pact to amplify joint global relief
15/07/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
A bilateral agreement between Türkiye and Qatar aimed at enhancing cooperation in global humanitarian efforts came into effect Monday with its publication in Türkiye’s Official Gazette following ratification by President Recep Tayyip Erd...
» EU lauds Armenia's drive for South Caucasus stability, peace with neighbors
15/07/25 01:36 from Hurriyet Daily News
The European Union on Monday praised Armenia’s efforts to foster stability in the South Caucasus, including its push for normalization with Türkiye and a landmark peace deal with Azerbaijan.
» Türkiye urges dialogue to halt deadly clashes in southern Syria
15/07/25 01:29 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's Foreign Ministry expressed hope that the Syrian government will swiftly resolve ongoing violence in the country's south through local dialogue, while prioritizing Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
» Trump threatens Russia with tariff ultimatum
14/07/25 11:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump said on July 14 he would impose tariffs on Russia if there isn't a deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days.
» Two more juveniles indicted in killing of Minguzzi
14/07/25 10:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
An indictment has been issued against two more juveniles in the case of 15-year-old Mattia Ahmet Minguzzi, who died in a seemingly unprovoked knife attack in Istanbul’s Kadıköy district on Jan. 24.
» Türkiye set to mark 9th anniversary of 2016 coup attempt
14/07/25 08:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is set to commemorate the ninth anniversary of the July 15, 2016, coup attempt orchestrated by the FETÖ terrorist organization, with this year’s theme designated as “The Name of Victory: Türkiye.”
» Türkiye marks 9th anniversary of 2016 coup attempt
14/07/25 08:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is set to commemorate the ninth anniversary of the July 15, 2016, coup attempt orchestrated by the FETÖ terrorist organization, with this year’s theme designated as “The Name of Victory: Türkiye.”
» Suspended mayor gets release decision in terror case, remains behind bars
14/07/25 08:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
An Istanbul court on July 14 ordered the release of the suspended mayor of the Esenyurt district, Ahmet Özer, over his alleged terrorism ties, but he remains jailed due to a separate corruption investigation.
» Iran vows response to possible UN sanctions
14/07/25 07:41 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iran will respond if United Nations sanctions are reimposed over Tehran’s nuclear program, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said on July 14, though he did not specify what steps Tehran might take.
» Israel blames ‘error’ as strike kills children awaiting water
14/07/25 07:37 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ten people, many of them children, were killed in a strike at a water distribution site in central Gaza on July 13, with the Israeli military saying that it was the result of a “technical error” with a munition.
» Syria deploys forces after dozens killed in Bedouin-Druze clashes
14/07/25 07:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Syria deployed security forces on July 14 in the southern province of Sweida after at least 30 people were killed in clashes between Sunni Bedouin tribes and Druze fighters.
» DEM Party set to brief MHP, CHP on peace initiative
14/07/25 06:25 from Hurriyet Daily News
A Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party) delegation that has been in contact with jailed PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan as part of a government-backed peace initiative is set to visit the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) on July 1...
» Zelensky talks air defense in 'productive' meeting with US envoy
14/07/25 06:21 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. envoy Keith Kellogg arrived in Kiev on Monday for defense talks with senior leadership after U.S. President Donald Trump announced new Patriot air defense systems supplies to Ukraine.
» Istanbul sees largest internal migration flow in Türkiye: TÜİK
14/07/25 05:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
Istanbul once again topped the list of provinces receiving the most internal migrants in Türkiye last year, the figures released by the country’s official statistics office have indicated.
» Türkiye’s exports to neighboring countries reach $13.3 billion
14/07/25 02:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s total exports rose by 4.1 percent in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year, reaching $131.44 billion.
» Farmers struggle amid most severe drought in 65 years
14/07/25 02:30 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is grappling with one of the most severe droughts in the past 65 years, crippling agricultural output and inflicting heavy losses on farmers.
» ‘Terror-free Türkiye’ will unlock tourism potential: Industry leader
14/07/25 02:27 from Hurriyet Daily News
The end of terrorism in Türkiye could usher in a transformative era for the country’s tourism industry, according to Mehmet İşler, president of the Aegean Touristic Enterprises and Accommodations Association (ETİK).
» Palmer stars as Chelsea stun PSG to win Club World Cup final
14/07/25 02:23 from Hurriyet Daily News
Cole Palmer scored two goals and made another as Chelsea stunned Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the Club World Cup on Sunday, beating the European champions 3-0 before lifting the trophy alongside US President Donald Trump.
» Sardis, Lydian Tumuli included in UNESCO World Heritage List
14/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
The ancient capital of Lydia and its monumental burial mounds have become Türkiye’s 22nd cultural asset on the UNESCO list, highlighting the region’s enduring archaeological and historical significance
» Tourist coins pose giant problem at famous causeway site
14/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Northern Ireland's Giant Causeway draws close to one million visitors a year but their habit of wedging tiny coins in cracks between the rocks to bring love or luck is damaging the world-famous wonder.
» Exhibition project launched with works by İbrahim Çallı
14/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
A special selection of paintings by Turkish master İbrahim Çallı goes on display as part of İşbank’s new Anatolian art initiative
» Yörük cuisine in resorts
14/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Many years ago, tourism in Türkiye centered around cultural tours of the country. Tours typically began in Istanbul, exploring key sites on the historic peninsula, particularly the iconic trio of Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı...
» Unprecedented top scores in Türkiye’s high school entrance exam sparks debate
14/07/25 02:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
A record-breaking 719 students have achieved full marks in Türkiye’s national high school entrance exam, prompting widespread public debate and scrutiny.
» Spotify confirms Türkiye exit ‘on table’ amid regulatory probe
14/07/25 02:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Spotify has acknowledged that suspending its operations in Türkiye or fully exiting the market are among the options it is currently evaluating, as regulatory pressure mounts over alleged violations in the wake of an ongoing investigatio...
» Trump says US will send Ukraine Patriot air defense systems
14/07/25 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump on Sunday said Washington would send Patriot air defense systems to Kiev and hinted at new sanctions on Russia, once again voicing displeasure with Russian leader Vladimir Putin over Moscow's war in Ukraine.
» Trump teases 'major statement' on Russia ahead of NATO talks
14/07/25 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. President Donald Trump is hosting the NATO chief in Washington on Monday after teasing a "major statement" on Russia's war in Ukraine, with senior Republicans preparing an arsenal of sanctions against Moscow.
» Türkiye launches fifth Arctic expedition to track climate change footprints
14/07/25 01:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s fifth National Arctic Scientific Research Expedition has officially begun, with 12 scientists conducting 19 projects in the Arctic Ocean as part of the country’s growing polar research efforts.
» EU ministers weigh response to latest Trump tariff threat
14/07/25 01:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
EU ministers on Monday will debate the bloc's approach to trade talks with the United States, as Brussels scrambles to head off 30-percent tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump.
» EU still seeks trade deal after new Trump tariff threat
14/07/25 01:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
The EU still hopes to strike a deal with the United States despite President Donald Trump's ramped-up threat of 30-percent tariffs, the bloc's trade chief said Monday, with pressure on Brussels to toughen its stance.
» Israeli strikes kill 43, including children awaiting water in Gaza
14/07/25 01:48 from Hurriyet Daily News
Gaza's civil defense agency said Israeli air strikes on Sunday killed more than 40 Palestinians, including children at a water distribution point, as talks for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas stalled.
» Parliamentary commission set to launch amid PKK disarmament process
14/07/25 01:32 from Hurriyet Daily News
As the PKK terrorist organization begins laying down arms, attention turns to Ankara's next steps, with a roadmap for the process taking shape.
» Erdoğan hails 'new era' in Türkiye’s fight against terror
13/07/25 10:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
President and the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) leader Recep Tayyip Erdoğan delivered the closing address at his party’s 32nd Consultation and Evaluation Meeting in the capital Ankara on Sunday, declaring that Türkiye is ent...
» Erdoğan urges broad support amid PKK disarmament
13/07/25 10:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on July 13 called on all political parties to support his government’s "terror-free Türkiye" initiative, following a symbolic weapons-burning ceremony by a group of PKK members in northern Iraq.
» Bolu court wraps up first week in hotel fire hearings
13/07/25 09:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
A week has passed since the first hearing in the deadly January fire case in the northern province of Bolu, with judges hearing testimonies from both the defendants and the families of the victims.
» Iranian president injured in Israel strike last month: Report
13/07/25 08:44 from Hurriyet Daily News
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian sustained a leg injury during an Israeli airstrike targeting a meeting of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council in mid-June, according to a report by Fars News Agency, which is linked to the Islamic...
» Russia says took new village in Ukraine's Donetsk region
13/07/25 07:50 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia said on Sunday it took another village in the west of Ukraine's Donetsk region, as its troops advance towards the neighbouring Dnipropetrovsk region.
» Turkish doctors perform one-of-a-kind heart operation on Moyamoya patient
13/07/25 07:47 from Hurriyet Daily News
In a medical breakthrough that may enter global literature, Turkish surgeons in the northern province of Samsun have successfully performed a highly risky heart surgery on a patient diagnosed with a rare disease seen only twice before wo...
» Several hurt in anti-migrant unrest in Spanish town
13/07/25 07:38 from Hurriyet Daily News
Several people were hurt in a second night of anti-migrant unrest in the Spanish town of Torre Pacheco after a pensioner was beaten up, authorities said on July 13.
» Macron declares July 12 annual Dreyfus commemoration day
13/07/25 06:10 from Hurriyet Daily News
French President Emmanuel Macron has declared July 12 a French day of national commemoration for Alfred Dreyfus, a French army captain wrongly convicted of treason in 1894 in a notorious act of antisemitism.
» Trump calls for MAGA base to end 'Epstein Files' obsession
13/07/25 06:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump urged his political base to stop attacking his administration over files related to notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a case that has become an obsession for conspiracy theorists.
» Azerbaijan says will export gas to Syria amid energy woes
13/07/25 05:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
Azerbaijan will send its gas to Syria in a bid to address the country's energy shortages, Baku said on July 12 as President Ilham Aliyev hosted Syria's new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa.
» 2025 investment plan targets industry, green energy and digital economy
13/07/25 05:19 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s Investment Environment Improvement Council (YOIKK) has released its 2025 Action Plan, outlining legal and structural reforms to improve the country’s investment climate, with a strong focus on industrial transformation, green e...
» Security concerns boost Turkish and global defense firms
13/07/25 05:18 from Hurriyet Daily News
Rising global security concerns, NATO’s increased defense spending targets and Europe’s pivot toward cooperation with Türkiye have triggered a rally in defense and aerospace stocks.
» Turkish Airlines and Airlink sign codeshare agreement
13/07/25 05:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
Flag carrier Turkish Airlines inked a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence on the African continent.
» Six killed in massive Russian drone, missile attack across Ukraine
13/07/25 01:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russia fired more than 620 drones and long-range missiles overnight, killing at least six people in the latest wave of strikes, Ukraine said Saturday, adding that it was close to an agreement to receive more Patriot air-defense systems.
» Gaza truce talks in the balance as Israel and Hamas trade blame
13/07/25 01:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Gaza ceasefire talks hung in the balance as Hamas and Israel on Saturday accused the other of blocking attempts to strike a deal, nearly a week into an attempt to halt 21 months of bitter fighting in the Palestinian territory.
» Gaza truce talks stall over Israel’s withdrawal issue
13/07/25 01:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ceasefire negotiations in Gaza have hit an impasse, as Palestinian and Israeli negotiators remain at odds over the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the territory, specially from the southern city of Rafah.
» Türkiye aims to permanently eradicate terrorism from region: Erdoğan
13/07/25 01:49 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Turkish president on Saturday underlined Türkiye’s commitment to eliminating terrorism in the region during separate phone calls with the Iraqi prime minister and Azerbaijani president.
» Trump says EU to face 30 percent tariff from Aug 1
12/07/25 08:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 30 percent tariff on key US trading partners Mexico and the European Union, ramping up pressure for deals in his trade wars.
» Trump says EU, Mexico to face 30 percent tariff from Aug 1
12/07/25 08:53 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 30 percent tariff on key US trading partners Mexico and the European Union, ramping up pressure for deals in his trade wars.
» Gaza ceasefire talks held up by Israel withdrawal plans: Palestinian sources
12/07/25 05:40 from Hurriyet Daily News
Indirect talks between Hamas and Israel for a ceasefire in Gaza are being held up by Israel's proposals to keep troops in the territory, two Palestinian sources with knowledge of the discussions told AFP on Saturday.
» Erdoğan proclaims dawn of terror-free Türkiye after PKK disarmament
12/07/25 04:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared that Türkiye has turned a new page in its history, with the 47-year scourge of terrorism entering its final phase after the PKK's recent disarmament ceremony.
» 'Terrorism scourge’ ending, Erdoğan says after PKK burns weapons
12/07/25 04:34 from Hurriyet Daily News
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has hailed the start of a disarmament process by PKK as the end of a “painful chapter” in Türkiye's history.
» US is selling weapons to NATO allies to give to Ukraine, Trump says
12/07/25 03:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
The United States is selling weapons to its NATO allies in Europe so they can provide them to Ukraine as it struggles to fend off a recent escalation in Russia’s drone and missile attacks, President Donald Trump and his chief diplomat said.
» Fuel to Air India jet engines cut off moments before crash: probe
12/07/25 03:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Fuel control switches to the engines of an Air India flight that crashed shortly after takeoff, killing 260 people, were moved from the "run" to the "cutoff" position moments before impact, a preliminary investigation report said early S...
» UN says hundreds killed in recent weeks while seeking aid in Gaza
12/07/25 03:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ten Palestinians were reported killed Friday while waiting for rations in Gaza, adding to nearly 800 similar deaths in the last six weeks, according to the U.N., with Israel's army saying it issued new instructions to troops following re...
» Istanbul’s leading art fair celebrates 20 years with landmark edition
12/07/25 02:54 from Hurriyet Daily News
The 20th edition of the Contemporary Istanbul art fair will take place from Sept. 24-28 at Tersane Istanbul, marking two decades of the city’s most prominent contemporary art event.
» Night museum visits set to begin at Apollon Temple
12/07/25 02:52 from Hurriyet Daily News
The monumental Apollon Temple in the western province of Aydın’s touristic Didim district — once the ancient world’s revered “center of prophecy” — is set to welcome visitors after dark as part of Türkiye’s night museum initiative.
» A voice from the plate: Chef Pam and the silent revolution of Thai cuisine
12/07/25 02:46 from Hurriyet Daily News
At the most thrilling awards night of the World's 50 Best Restaurants, the spotlight lands not just on a chef, but on a story woven with culture, gender and memory. Chef Pam’s voice speaks for far more than just herself
» US envoy rules out independent SDF state, affirms YPG-PKK ties
12/07/25 02:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack has stated that Washington owes no obligation to help establish an independent state for the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), while openly acknowledging the group's ties t...
» US does not ‘owe SDF an independent state’ says envoy
12/07/25 02:39 from Hurriyet Daily News
The U.S. ambassador to Türkiye and special envoy for Syria, Tom Barrack, has described the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) as “YPG, a derivative of the PKK,” and made clear that Washington does not support the creation of a separate SDF s...
» Turkish fishermen battle waves to deliver tuna to Aegean
12/07/25 02:08 from Hurriyet Daily News
A fleet of Turkish fishermen has completed the arduous task of transporting live bluefin tuna from international waters in the Mediterranean to the western city of İzmir, navigating rough seas and a particularly narrow and shallow strait...
» Meditation tourism set to reach highlands in eastern Türkiye
12/07/25 02:00 from Hurriyet Daily News
As part of a new green development initiative backed by the Industry and Technology Ministry, eastern Türkiye’s highland provinces are set to host eco-friendly tourism projects centered on meditation, yoga and nature-based experiences.
» Sulcus in human brain named after renowned neurosurgeon Yaşargil
12/07/25 01:59 from Hurriyet Daily News
A previously unnamed region in the human brain will now bear the name of late world-renowned Turkish neurosurgeon Professor Dr. Mahmut Gazi Yaşargil, who was widely hailed as the “Neurosurgeon of the Century.”
» Türkiye swelters through one of hottest June in 55 years
12/07/25 01:56 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye experienced its fourth hottest June in the past 55 years, with average temperatures rising well above seasonal norms, according to data from the country’s official weather bureau.
» US State Department is laying off more than 1,300 staffers
11/07/25 08:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
The State Department is firing over 1,300 career diplomats and civil servants in line with a dramatic reorganization plan initiated by the Trump administration earlier this year.
» Israeli strike on Gaza clinic marks new depth in humanitarian collapse
11/07/25 07:57 from Hurriyet Daily News
An Israeli airstrike that killed at least 17 civilians, including eight children, outside a health clinic in central Gaza has emerged as another harrowing symbol of the territory’s deepening humanitarian disaster.
» Turkish politics welcome PKK’s move as historic turning point
11/07/25 07:51 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish political parties in general have welcomed PKK’s dropping of weapons in a symbolic ceremony, concretely illustrating the end of the 40-year-old terrorism problem that claimed the lives of more than 40,000 people, as a historic tu...
» Bosnia commemorates Srebrenica genocide as Türkiye shows support
11/07/25 07:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of people were gathering in Srebrenica on July 11 to commemorate the genocide committed 30 years ago by Bosnian Serb forces, with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan marking the landmark anniversary.
» London, Paris tighten nuclear bond over US, Russia concerns
11/07/25 06:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron sealed deals on defense cooperation, including a pledge to coordinate their nuclear deterrents for the first time.
» TOBB delegation meets Syrian president, business leaders
11/07/25 03:13 from Hurriyet Daily News
A delegation from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB) visited Syria to develop trade relations and to discuss the reconstruction of that country's industrial and commercial infrastructure.
» Auto industry eyes growth in 2025 despite challenges
11/07/25 03:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye’s automotive sector is poised for a stronger year in both production and exports, according to Cengiz Eroldu, president of the Automotive Manufacturers Association (OSD).
» China fighting multi-front battle to sustain economic growth
11/07/25 02:31 from Hurriyet Daily News
The Chinese economy is fighting a multi-front battle to sustain growth, a challenge made more difficult by the U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff campaign.
» Peter Jackson backs bid to revive extinct moa
11/07/25 02:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
Filmmaker Peter Jackson is supporting a bold effort to genetically revive the extinct South Island giant moa, a flightless bird native to New Zealand that stood up to 3.6 meter tall before disappearing around 600 years ago due to overhun...
» Nature enthusiasts ‘walk’ through islands in rare event
11/07/25 02:17 from Hurriyet Daily News
In a rare coastal experience in Türkiye’s northwestern province of Balıkesir, a group of nature enthusiasts walked from one island to another by wading through shallow seawater, a route only accessible under specific conditions.
» Expats flock to Turkish borders as summer holiday season peaks
11/07/25 02:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
Turkish expatriates living in Europe have begun arriving in Türkiye to spend their annual summer holidays, with many entering the country through the northwestern border province of Edirne.
» Termessos reveals its secrets with first-ever excavation
11/07/25 02:16 from Hurriyet Daily News
It once defied Alexander the Great, and is now set to showcase what ancient mausoleums looked like, Termessos begins its first archaeological digs amid a rich tapestry of history and nature
» Israel sets out red lines for lasting end to war as death toll rises in Gaza
11/07/25 02:15 from Hurriyet Daily News
Israel is ready to negotiate a lasting deal with Hamas to end the Gaza war when a temporary halt to hostilities begins, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday.
» Ten rescued after deadly Houthi ship sinking off Yemen
11/07/25 02:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ten people have been rescued after Yemen's Houthis sank a cargo ship, an EU naval force said Thursday, with three killed and 12 missing in one of the rebel group's deadliest Red Sea attacks.
» Bosnia commemorates Srebrenica genocide 30 years on
11/07/25 02:09 from Hurriyet Daily News
Thousands of people are expected to gather in Srebrenica on Friday to commemorate the genocide committed 30 years ago by Bosnian Serb forces, one of Europe's worst atrocities since World War II.
» Trump threatens Canada with 35 percent tariff rate starting Aug 1
11/07/25 02:05 from Hurriyet Daily News
Canada will face a 35 percent tariff on exports to the United States starting August 1, President Donald Trump said Thursday in a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney.
» Russia intercepts 155 Ukrainian drones overnight: defense ministry
11/07/25 02:02 from Hurriyet Daily News
Russian air defense systems intercepted 155 Ukrainian drones in an overnight barrage, the defense ministry said Friday, with local officials saying at least two people were killed by drones.
» TBMM Speaker Kurtulmuş outlines path for 'terror-free Türkiye'
11/07/25 01:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
TBMM Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş stressed the need to carefully manage societal psychology in the 'terror-free Türkiye' process, announcing that a parliamentary commission set up after July 15 will include representatives from all parties an...
» Parliament speaker Kurtulmuş outlines path for 'terror-free Türkiye'
11/07/25 01:55 from Hurriyet Daily News
TBMM Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş stressed the need to carefully manage societal psychology in the 'terror-free Türkiye' process, announcing that a parliamentary commission set up after July 15 will include representatives from all parties an...
» Türkiye, Spain forge partnership for massive aircraft carrier build
11/07/25 01:42 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye is gearing up to become a dominant naval force in NATO's southern flank over the next decade, with a surprise partnership with Spain poised to reshape regional dynamics.
» Turkish FM bolsters ties with ASEAN partners in Kuala Lumpur
11/07/25 01:24 from Hurriyet Daily News
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan was received by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur, where he is attending the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting.
» Türkiye's air passenger traffic hits 108.8 mln in first half of 2025
11/07/25 01:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's airports handled a record 108.8 million passengers in the first six months of 2025, marking a surge in both domestic and international travel, Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced on Thursday.
» Türkiye extends digital lifeline to Syria with satellite internet launch
11/07/25 01:07 from Hurriyet Daily News
Türkiye's state-owned satellite operator Türksat has rolled out Ka-band satellite internet services in Syria, a move stemming from recent talks in Damascus aimed at bolstering the war-torn country's connectivity.
» PKK set to begin laying down arms in landmark ceremony
10/07/25 07:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
PKK is expected to begin the long-anticipated disarmament process with a ceremony in northern Iraq on July 11, marking the first tranche of members laying down arms following the terror group's announcement to disband two months ago.
» PKK begins laying down arms in landmark ceremony
10/07/25 07:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
PKK started the long-anticipated disarmament process with a ceremony in northern Iraq on July 11, marking the first tranche of members laying down arms following the terror group's announcement to disband two months ago.
» PKK begins laying down weapons in northern Iraq
10/07/25 07:26 from Hurriyet Daily News
PKK started the long-anticipated disarmament process with a ceremony in northern Iraq on July 11, marking the first tranche of members laying down arms following the terror group's announcement to disband two months ago.
» Istanbul officials issue demolition orders for iconic Bosphorus venues
10/07/25 06:14 from Hurriyet Daily News
Local authorities in the megacity of Istanbul have issued demolition orders for a number of illegal additions and modifications found on buildings along the Bosphorus coastline, including several iconic restaurants and hotels.
» Ankara named Turkic world’s ‘tourism capital’
10/07/25 06:11 from Hurriyet Daily News
Ankara has been officially declared the “2026 Turkic World Tourism Capital” by the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), following the 10th meeting of tourism ministers held in the Turkish capital.
» 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.