Turkish Intelligence Head meets with Hamas representatives in Istanbul
Representatives of Turkish intelligence and Hamas discussed the Gaza peace plan in Istanbul.
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Russia ready to continue dialogue with Ukraine in Istanbul
Kiev initiated the suspension of the negotiation process in Türkiye last year due to a lack of "tangible progress"
Russian Consulate General confirms body found in Bosphorus identified as Svechnikov
The Russian Consulate General in Istanbul confirmed that a male body found in the sea in Istanbul’s Besiktas district has been identified as Nikolai Svechnikov, a Russian swimmer who went missing in August 2025, during the Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race.
Snowstorm hits Istanbul, snarling travel
A fierce cold front slammed Istanbul overnight on January 18, turning rain-slicked streets into a shimmering snowscape after weeks of mild weather.
Türkiye’s holiday destination marks another record year
Türkiye’s leading holiday destination Antalya ended 2025 with a new visitor record, welcoming a total of 17.12 million tourists, according to Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy.
Nearly 30 ISIS suspects detained in Istanbul
Turkish security forces detained 29 suspects in Istanbul on Wednesday during coordinated operations targeting individuals accused of spreading propaganda for the ISIS terrorist group (banned in Russia) on social media, authorities said.
Tanker incident ends in sea off Istanbul
The Azerbaijani tanker Kalbajar has "freed" itself from a Turkish-flagged tanker off the coast of Istanbul, after its anchor chain became entangled in the other vessel's propeller.
Over 120 terror suspects arrested across Türkiye
The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office said that 110 suspects were arrested in the metropolis as part of an operation against the ISIS terror group (banned in Russia).
Russians actively booking summer 2026 holidays in Türkiye
Sales for summer 2026 tour packages to Türkiye have launched, sparking significant demand from Russian tourists, with early booking discounts of up to 40%.
Dozens detained in Türkiye in connection with illegal betting
Turkish authorities will detain nearly 30 individuals as part of illegal betting on football match outcomes, with arrest warrants already issued.
Over hundred ISIS suspects detained in Istanbul
Turkish authorities have detained 115 suspected ISIS (the terrorist group banned in Russia) members they say were planning to carry out attacks on Christmas and New Year celebrations in the country, the Istanbul chief prosecutor’s office said.
Over 20 detained in Istanbul as police crack down on municipal corruption
Turkish police detained 22 suspects on Tuesday in the second round of operations on corruption allegations at the municipality of Istanbul’s Şile district.
Turkish Airlines sets date for Istanbul-Yerevan route launch
Turkish Airlines will inaugurate regular flights between Istanbul and Yerevan in March 2026, marking a new step in bilateral relations between Türkiye and Armenia.
Turkey’s Marmara Sea recedes from shore
Turkey’s Marmara Sea has suddenly receded about 20 meters from the shore, the Haberturk TV channel reported.
Trial of former Istanbul mayor may last 12.5 years
The trial of former Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu is scheduled to begin next spring in Turkey and could last approximately 12.5 years, according to the Cumhuriyet newspaper.
Azerbaijan inaugurates official tourism office in Türkiye
The Azerbaijan Tourism Bureau officially inaugurated its office in Istanbul, Türkiye, the State Tourism Agency of Azerbaijan said.
Istanbul tops global traffic congestion ranking
Istanbul has once again been ranked as the city with the world's worst traffic congestion, with drivers losing an average of 118 hours per year to gridlock.
Türkiye to continue expanding trade with Hungary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan received Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Istanbul yesterday.
Botaş plant burns near Istanbul
A major fire has erupted at a facility operated by the Turkish energy company Botaş on the outskirts of Istanbul, with dozens of firefighters and emergency crews deployed to the scene.
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Turkey
Today, Pope Leo has embarked on his first foreign trip as Catholic leader with a visit to Turkiye.
