On Wednesday, Turkish police arrested Istanbul’s mayor, a prominent opposition leader and a key challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, along with several other notable figures, as part of probes into alleged corruption and terror connections.

Police arrest Istanbul Mayor, President's key rival over alleged corruption

World: Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, Erdogan's main rival, detained amid a corruption probe, sparking criticism from the opposition CHP, who called it a coup attempt.

Erdogan's opponent, Istanbul mayor Ekrem gets detained

Turkiye now owns submarine-launched guided missile capability, a technology possessed only by a few countries worldwide.

Turkiye: World-class defence giant

As in prior years, a district governor’s office in İstanbul has announced that the central Taksim neighborhood and its vicinity are prohibited areas for demonstrations or marches on International Women’s Day, March 8.
 In a statement released on Friday, the Beyoğlu district governor’s office announced that no meetings, protests, marches, or demonstrations are permitted in the venues or streets of the area, including Taksim Square.  It stated that the planned Women’s Day march has been prohibited to safeguard public order and national security, prevent crime, and protect the rights and freedoms of others.

Turkey: Thousands March In Istanbul For International Women's Day, Demands End To Patriarchy | Pulse

A historic ceasefire between the PKK militants and Turkiye has stirred a mix of emotions in Tukiye and Iraq. Iraq has called on Turkiye and PKK to withdraw from its northern regions immediately.

Has the 40-year Turkiye-PKK conflict come to an end?

A major political change is taking place in Turkey as the Kurdish armed group PKK's jailed founder has asked the group to disband. The landmark statement has triggered a wave of mixed reactions, but it has also paved the way for negotiations to secure the Kurdish community's future, not just in Turkey, but also in other countries in West Asia. Our next report provides more details.

Kurds in Syria, Iraq mull future after Turkish leader's statement

The leader of the PKK militant group, Abdullah Ocalan, is ready to strike a deal with Turkiye. The pro-Kurdish political party says PKK is ready to make a historic call and end decades-long conflict. Watch to know more!

Kurdish Leader Calls On Followers To Disarm, Potentially Ending Insurgency With Turkey

Every day, locals and visitors take a refreshing plunge into the Bosphorus, experiencing the joy of swimming between two continents. This unique Istanbul tradition is more than just a sport—it’s a stress reliever and a natural antidepressant.

Istanbul’s unique tradition: Swimming across the Bosphorus for relaxation

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is visiting Pakistan for a two-day diplomatic tour. He will meet Prime Minister and President Zardari and co-chair the Strategic Cooperation Council meeting. Erdogan’s visit is part of his three-nation Asia tour covering Malaysia, Indonesia, and Pakistan.

Turkiye's president in Islamabad for a two-day visit

Turkish president to arrive in Pakistan today; to co-chair high-level strategic cooperation council

The leader of the PKK militant group, Abdullah Ocalan, is ready to strike a deal with Turkiye. The pro-Kurdish political party says PKK is ready to make a historic call and end decades-long conflict.

Jailed Kurdish leader & PKK Chief to make 'historic' announcement

Syria's Interim President Ahmed Al Sharaa visits Turkey for high-level talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The meeting is seen as a significant diplomatic move amid ongoing regional tensions and efforts for cooperation between the two countries.

Syria's interim President Ahmed Al Sharaa meets Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Syria’s interim President Ahmed Al Sharaa visits Turkey, meets President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Another tragedy hitting Turkey: a fire in one of the country's most well-known ski resorts while 200 people were locked inside. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he will punish the culprit. We tell you more.

Türkiye's popular ski hotel engulfed in fire

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held their first official call, discussing Turkey's growing involvement in Syria and its impact on regional security and diplomacy.

Syria-Turkey: Rubio and Fidan hold first call as Turkey's role in Syria expands

A fire at Turkey's popular resort has killed at least 76 people. Turkish authorities have assigned six prosecutors to investigate the tragic incident that took place on Tuesday. Watch in for more details!

Turkey buries 76 killed in ski hotel fire

A fire at a 12-story hotel at a popular ski resort in Turkey on Tuesday killed at least 66 people. At least 51 other people were injured in the disaster. Watch this report for more details!

Turkish ski resort fire claims 66 lives, 51 injured

The resort is located on top of a mountain range about 170 kilometres (100 miles) northwest of the capital Ankara. It was not immediately clear what caused it. Sports. World

Fire at Turkey ski resort hotel kills 10, injures 32

A traditional camel wrestling festival in Turkey attracts thousands of people every year.

Turkey's Camel-Wrestling Festival: Roots in nomadic culture

Turkish airstrikes near Tishreen Dam resulted in the deaths of medical workers and the destruction of ambulances. Watch this report for more details!

Turkish forces target North & East Syria, medical workers killed

Five civilians were killed in Turkish airstrikes near Tishreen dam in north and east Syria. According to the health authority in the region, a Turkish drone carried out the attack, killing a medical worker and injuring around 40 other people. Watch in for more details!

Syria crisis: Strikes hit civilian convoy heading for protest against Turkey

Syria has once again cleared that it will never allow its territory to be used as a staging ground for threats against Turkey. This in an indirect message to the Kurdish led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).  Watch in for more details!

Syria says no justification for SDF's presence in current form

Turkey has now issued a warning to Kurdish forces in Syria. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Ankara will do whatever is required if the People's Protection Unit (YPG) fails to meet its demands. When asked what that may entail, he stated military operations. Watch in for more details!

Turkiye has legitimate concerns about PKK militants in Syria says Blinken

Turkiye threatens military operation against Kurdish fighters

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