Turkey Arrests Dozens in Crackdown on LGBTQ+ Activists

By admin September 16, 2026 No comment

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Turkish police have arrested dozens of people amid a widening crackdown on LGBTQ+ activists and organisations. The latest detentions took place on Tuesday outside Istanbul’s main courthouse, where protesters had gathered to demand the release of activists arrested during weekend raids on gay bars and private homes. The government has described the campaign as part […]

Albania Targets Medical Tourism Boom with Affordable Dental Care

By admin September 8, 2026 No comment

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Albania is emerging as a growing destination for dental tourism, with its capital Tirana attracting international patients seeking affordable treatments. The city has nearly 400 dental clinics serving a population of around 600,000, while many clinics now market their services in English and Italian to reach overseas customers. Dental implants typically cost about €600 per

Search Continues for 18 Passengers After Ferry Capsizes Off Northern Cyprus

By admin August 31, 2026 No comment

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Rescuers are continuing the search for 18 passengers more than 24 hours after a ferry capsized off the coast of northern Cyprus. The vessel was carrying 259 passengers and eight crew members when it began taking on water shortly after leaving Kyrenia for Tasucu in Turkey. Authorities have confirmed eight deaths, while 19 people are […]

Thousands Back Turkish Governor Dismissed Over Cycling Attire

By admin July 22, 2026 No comment

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Thousands of people have signed an online petition supporting former Ardahan Governor Mehmet Fatih Çiçekli after he was removed from office following controversy over videos showing him cycling in sports tights. Although no official reason was given for his dismissal, critics accused him of focusing more on social media content than his official duties. Çiçekli […]

France Signals Openness to SAMP/T Air Defence Sale to Turkey

By admin July 6, 2026 No comment

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France is showing renewed openness to a potential sale of the Franco-Italian SAMP/T air defence system to Turkey, marking a significant shift after years of political resistance. According to sources, the change follows recent discussions between French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, although negotiations remain at an early stage and

NATO Leaders Meet in Ankara Amid Trump Tensions

By admin July 3, 2026 No comment

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NATO leaders will gather in Ankara next week for a high-stakes summit aimed at reinforcing alliance unity despite growing tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump. European members are expected to highlight increased defence spending and stronger military capabilities as Washington scales back parts of its military commitment to Europe. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte

Turkish Riot Police Storm Opposition Headquarters Following Court-Ordered Leadership Ouster

By admin May 25, 2026 No comment

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Turkish riot police used tear gas to force their way into the Ankara headquarters of the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) on Sunday, executing a contentious court order that dismissed the party’s current leadership. Clashes erupted as party members blockaded entrances with makeshift barricades, throwing objects and spraying hoses at advancing

Turkish Grand Prix to Return to Formula 1 Calendar in 2027

By admin April 25, 2026 No comment

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Formula 1 will return to Turkey in 2027, marking the comeback of the Turkish Grand Prix after a six-year absence. The race will be held at the Istanbul Park circuit under a deal that runs until at least 2031, bringing back one of the sport’s most challenging and popular tracks. Turkey previously hosted races from […]

Turkey Detains 162 Over Online Posts Praising Deadly School Shootings

By admin April 16, 2026 No comment

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Turkish authorities have detained 162 people accused of posting or sharing online content that allegedly praised recent school shootings and undermined public order. Officials said the arrests were part of a wider crackdown on social media activity following two separate attacks this week that left multiple students and a teacher dead, and several others injured. […]

Gunman Opens Fire at Turkish High School

By admin April 14, 2026 No comment

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A 19-year-old former student launched a terrifying attack at the Ahmet Koyuncu Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School in Siverek, Turkey, leaving 16 people injured. Armed with a pump-action shotgun, the teenager entered the school grounds around 09:30 local time and fired indiscriminately at students and staff. The casualties include ten students, four teachers, a