Explosion on underground gas pipeline occurs in Istanbul
After the explosion, a fire started on the gas pipeline. As a result of the incident, several buildings were damaged.
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Erdogan invites Russia, Ukraine to meet in Istanbul
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan proposed Istanbul as a platform for negotiations between Russia and Ukraine
French spy ring uncovered in Türkiye
A recent operation by Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT) uncovered an espionage ring linked to France’s Directorate-General for External Security (DGSE). Led by Ahmet Katie, the ring supplied false …
Istanbul attracts record number of foreign tourists in 2023
One of the most visited cities in the world, Istanbul, broke an all-time record in the number of foreign tourists with nearly 17.4 million individuals …
Trade turnover between Russia and Türkiye in 2023 falls compared to 2022
Last year, Russian-Turkish trade turnover decreased compared to the year before, the Consul General of the Russian Federation in Istanbul announced. According to Andrey Buravov, there is still potential for developing relations in this sphere.
Third participant in attack on court detained in Istanbul
Istanbul police officers caught the third criminal who took part in the attack on the checkpoint near the courthouse. Two other participants were eliminated.
Composer Javanshir Guliyev hospitalized in Istanbul
Honored Azerbaiajni art worker, composer Javanshir Guliyev was hospitalized in Istanbul. The 74-year-old composer's health deteriorated …
Number of flights from Russia to Istanbul to increase
Ural Airlines will begin flying from Yekaterinburg to Istanbul. There will be four direct flights per week.
Almost 20 people injured in car accident in Türkiye
A truck and a bus collided in Istanbul province. As a result of the accident, nearly two dozen people were injured.
Two ships collide in Istanbul Strait
Two ships collided in the Istanbul Strait. A rescue boat headed to the scene of the accident. The ships were damaged, but the environment is not at risk of pollution.
Unknown person takes large enterprise hostage in suburbs of Istanbul
Special Forces units arrived at the scene. The invader is armed. He has mental problems.
Erdogan strongly condemns attack in Istanbul church
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has strongly condemned the incident in a Catholic church in Istanbul, where two attackers shot dead a man. The Turkish leader offered his condolences to society and noted that all …
Unknown people attack Catholic Church in Istanbul
About several hours ago, unknown people started shooting in a church in Istanbul. As a result of the armed attack, one person was killed. The police are looking for the attackers.
Plane makes emergency landing in Türkiye due to screams from luggage compartment
The Pegasus airline's pilots made an emergency landing of the airliner due to loud sounds coming from the luggage compartment. Around midnight, the plane successfully landed in one of the Turkish cities.
Ship traffic resumes in Bosphorus Strait after suspension
Ship traffic in Turkey's Bosphorus Strait resumed for northbound vessel, after a suspension due to an anchor failure on one ship, a coast guard source said. Coast guard tugs towed the Liberian-flagged vessel to a nearby pier, …
Istanbul witnesses season's first snowfall
Citizens in Istanbul are witnessing the season's first snowfall, as chilly weather will continue in the coming days. Following the warning of the Turkish State Meteorological Service and Istanbul Municipality …
Turkish Foreign Minister receives Blinken in Istanbul
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Istanbul today. The diplomats discussed the ongoing carnage in Gaza, final steps to complete Türkiye’s ratification of Sweden’s NATO …
Istanbul enters 2024 with pro-Palestinian march
Tens of thousands of people on January 1 gathered at a massive rally in Istanbul to show solidarity with Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. The event, which was titled "Mercy for our martyrs, …
Earthquake-resistant houses to be built in Istanbul
Istanbul is preparing for a strong earthquake. About a million earthquake-resistant houses will be built.
Türkiye in winter: where do Russians go?
Türkiye remains a popular destination among Russian tourists not only in summer, but also in winter. Russians will celebrate the New Year in Antalya, Istanbul and Turkish ski resorts.
