Earthquake hits Turkish capital
An earthquake has occurred in Ankara today. The recorded magnitude was 3 points, and the tremors were felt at the surface.
life in the East
Over 100 die from bootleg alcohol in Turkey in recent weeks
More than 100 people have died from poisoning by bootleg alcohol in Ankara and Istanbul, NTV reported. In Istanbul, 70 people died from the poisoning since January 14. Another 33 have died in Ankara since the start of the …
Erdogan comments on Türkiye’s strategic goals
Türkiye’s strategic goals are shaped by human-centric policies,Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said at a Justice and Development (AK) party group meeting in Ankara. “As the rising star of …
Two judges killed in Iran
An unknown assailant attacked people in Ark Square
2025 declared Year of the Family in Türkiye
This year, Türkiye, by decision of the top leadership, will focus on addressing demographic challenges. President Erdoğan called on citizens to have as many children as possible.
Pezeshkian vetoes hijab law
The Iranian President has used his veto power to stop the process of introducing a stricter hijab law in the country. Pezeshkian spoke out against the parliament's initiative, warning that the law could raise a wave of protests.
Turkish archaeologists unearth unique jade seal
Turkish archaeologists have unearthed a rare 4,400-year-old jade cylinder seal at Seyitomer Mound, an ancient site in Kutahya in western Türkiye. …
Heavy snowfall hits Türkiye
Türkiye has been covered in snow, with snowdrifts forming in the mountains of Trabzon, Rize and other Black Sea regions. Special equipment is clearing the roads.
Uzbekistan begins decisive fight against poverty
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed a presentation on measures to improve the system for poverty reduction and social protection. …
Tourists tax for foreigners visiting Bishkek to be introduced
Kyrgyzstan has proposed introducing a tourist tax for foreign nationals staying in the capital starting from August 1. The tax will apply to foreign nationals who arrive in …
Türkiye overcomes consequences of global computer failure
Türkiye has coped with the consequences of a large-scale computer failure, the country's president said. However, he emphasized that minor disruptions still remained.
Israel warns Netanyahu about possible assassination attempt
Following the attempted assassination of former U.S. president Donald Trump ministers in Israel have been quick to compare incitement against Prime Minister …
Netanyahu to appear in court in December
Despite the best efforts of the Israeli Prime Minister's defense team, Netanyahu will appear in court on December 2, 2024. He is accused of abuse of office.
Netanyahu agrees to peace deal with Hamas
The Gaza ceasefire deal that was proposed by U.S. President Joe Biden and agreed by Israel will make it possible for Israel to release its hostages who are kept in the Palestinian enclave without prejudice to the goals of its military operation
West Nile virus spreading in Israel
Israeli health authorities said 11 people have so far died of the infectious West Nile virus disease. According to the Israeli ministry, 153 patients …
UN: over one million people in Palestine at risk of starvation
Over one mln people in Palestine are expected to face death and starvation by mid-July, according to a joint report by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Program (WFP). “Over one …
Türkiye gets ready for peak inflation
Inflation in Türkiye will peak in May and then begin to decline rapidly, the head of the republic announced
Thunderstorm and wind come to Almaty after dust storm
Bad weather hit Almaty, media reports. There were serious traffic jams on the city's roads. Unfavourable weather conditions are also forecasted for tomorrow.
Uzbekistan postpones population census to 2025-2026
The Statistics Agency under the President has been tasked with conducting a population census in Uzbekistan in 2025-2026. The census is …
Tashkent borders changed: city receives regional lands
The lands of the Tashkent region are transferred to Tashkent to create the "New Tashkent" district. Parts of the Yukorichirchik and Urtachirchik districts are added to the capital of Uzbekistan.
