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İstanbul raises public transport fares by up to 28%

İstanbul raises public transport fares by up to 28%

The municipality has implemented substantial fare increases for public transport.

AKP’s new election song puts spotlight on Palestine

AKP’s new election song puts spotlight on Palestine

The AKP, incorporating the slogan of the Palestinian struggle, 'from the river to the sea,' in its local election song, had previously acknowledged Jerusalem as the de facto capital of Israel in the 'normalization' agreement signed with Israel on June 28, 2016.

8 January 2024 Vecih Cuzdan

Three detained in Adıyaman house raids

Three detained in Adıyaman house raids

"The ruling power will not be able to halt the freedom struggle of the Kurdish people with detentions and arrests," said the DBP in response to the raids.

Minister: Turkey achieves record-breaking 6.2% decrease in energy intensity

Minister: Turkey achieves record-breaking 6.2% decrease in energy intensity

Bayraktar emphasized the role of energy efficiency practices as both a supporter on the supply side and a complement on the demand side for achieving net-zero transformation.

Fifteen arrests on charges of 'international espionage' for Israel

Fifteen arrests on charges of 'international espionage' for Israel

In the indictment submitted to the court by the prosecution, it is alleged that the suspects obtained information, documents, and photographs of individuals considered important for the State of Israel, particularly Palestinian citizens and those believed to be linked to Hamas. The prosecution claims that the suspects then transmitted this information to Israeli intelligence.

Trade Ministry reveals decline in export, import expectations for Q1 2024

Trade Ministry reveals decline in export, import expectations for Q1 2024

Factors influencing the index include a downward trend in export expectations for the next three months, a decrease in export order expectations, and a decline in the assessment of export order levels in the past three months.

Indictment cites Kurdish term for 'teacher' as 'code name' for suspects

Indictment cites Kurdish term for 'teacher' as 'code name' for suspects

Nilay Güleser and Ali Yalçınkaya were arrested in late November.

'Most damaged buildings in Adana constructed over riverbeds and agricultural areas'

'Most damaged buildings in Adana constructed over riverbeds and agricultural areas'

Republican People's Party deputy Barut stated, "Those who do not prioritize earthquake-resistant construction, those who open riverbeds to construction, those who allow irregular urbanization, those who prioritize profit over science, do they have a clear conscience? We highly doubt it."

8 January 2024 Murat Yıldız

Sea-cross ceremonies held in İstanbul's Balat, Kadıköy, Beşiktaş and Bakırköy

Sea-cross ceremonies held in İstanbul's Balat, Kadıköy, Beşiktaş and Bakırköy

Journalist Mehveş Evin announced the sea-cross ceremony in Kadıköy Moda on Saturday as follows: "For the first time in 45 years, a sea-cross ceremony was held in Moda. It was wonderful to witness this moment, Merry Christmas neighbors!"

Two children killed in fire in prefabricated house in Hatay

Two children killed in fire in prefabricated house in Hatay

Two children died in the fire that broke out in a prefabricated house built in the yard of a house that was damaged in last year's February 6 earthquakes in Hatay. An investigation has been initiated regarding the fire, which is assessed to have originated from an electrical cable.

Erdoğan announces former minister Murat Kurum as rival of İmamoğlu in İstanbul

Erdoğan announces former minister Murat Kurum as rival of İmamoğlu in İstanbul

Justice and Development Party has finalized its candidates for the mayors of 12 metropolitan cities and 15 provinces. The candidates for other provinces will be announced on January 15.

Jiyan Erkılıç

Issues of shelter, water, and food persist eleven months after the earthquake

Issues of shelter, water, and food persist eleven months after the earthquake

Earthquake victims from Hatay say that official aid has been cut off, and they are trying to sustain their lives with their own means as the anniversary of the February 6 earthquakes centered in Maraş approaches, where more than fifty thousand people lost their lives in Turkey.

5 January 2024 Jiyan Erkılıç

CHP leader Özel invites all opposition to a Constitutional Rally in Ankara

CHP leader Özel invites all opposition to a Constitutional Rally in Ankara

Özgür Özel stated, "Not implementing Constitutional Court decisions, attempting to suspend the Constitution in practice, is an attempt to overthrow the constitutional order."

Second day in the İsias Hotel case trial: 'Our children were buried in the pile of sand'

Second day in the İsias Hotel case trial: 'Our children were buried in the pile of sand'

Osman Akın, the father of two among the Cypriot child volleyball players who lost their lives in the earthquakes centered in Maraş on February 6, stated, "The scene I witnessed was just a pile of sand. 72 lives were lost in the hotel. Our children were buried in the pile of sand. We trust in justice; that's why we are here."

Erdoğan's advisor targets the Constitutional Court, says it creates systemic crisis

Erdoğan's advisor targets the Constitutional Court, says it creates systemic crisis

Presidential Chief Advisor Mehmet Uçum claimed that the Constitution was violated by the Constitutional Court with the court's Can Atalay decision. "The Constitutional Court is not hesitating to do everything in its power to narrow the exclusive scope of Presidential Decrees, a necessity of the presidential system, and to create a systemic crisis," he said.

Court of Cassation: 'Constitutional Court's violation decision for Atalay has no legal value'

Court of Cassation: 'Constitutional Court's violation decision for Atalay has no legal value'

The Court of Cassation, in its new decision regarding Labor Party of Turkey deputy Can Atalay, likened the second violation decision of the Constitutional Court to an example of "juristocracy" and declared it as "unlawful."

Sputnik Turkey files complaint stating journalists they fired are staging a strike

Sputnik Turkey files complaint stating journalists they fired are staging a strike

Eight journalists who have been on strike for 140 days and board members of the Journalists Union of Turkey have been called to give statements to the police following a complaint from Sputnik.

İstanbul Governorate: 'We allow demonstrations at places that will not affect urban life'

İstanbul Governorate: 'We allow demonstrations at places that will not affect urban life'

İstanbul Governorate responded to bianet's questions regarding the "Condolences to our Martyrs, Support to Palestine, Damnation to Israel" march organized by TÜGVA (Turkish Youth Foundation) and the National Will Platform on January 1 on the Galata Bridge

Thirty three detained on charges of 'espionage for Israel'

Thirty three detained on charges of 'espionage for Israel'

As part of the investigation initiated by the prosecutor's office, arrest warrants were issued for 46 individuals and raids were conducted yesterday on 57 addresses in 15 districts in İstanbul and in Ankara, Kocaeli, Hatay, Mersin, İzmir, Van, and Diyarbakır.

Two-fold difference between inflation rate announced by TÜİK and ENAG

Two-fold difference between inflation rate announced by TÜİK and ENAG

According to TÜİK (Turkish Statistical Institute), the annual inflation is 64.77%, while according to ENAG (alternative research institution), it is 127.21%. With the rates announced by TÜİK, the salary increases for retirees and civil servants have also become clear.

Erdoğan blames the opposition, not Saudi Arabia, for the Super Cup

Erdoğan blames the opposition, not Saudi Arabia, for the Super Cup

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan commented on the incidents during the Super Cup final in Riyadh, stating, "We are aware of attempts to alienate our country from brotherly nations through various provocations and malicious rhetoric." He targeted opposition parties in his remarks.

Bozkır, who had escaped during the trial for the 'Hablemitoğlu murder' recaptured

Bozkır, who had escaped during the trial for the 'Hablemitoğlu murder' recaptured

Former special forces member Nuri Gökhan Bozkır, accused of involvement in the murder in 2002 of Ankara University Turkish Revolution History Institute faculty member Assoc. Prof. Dr. Necip Hablemitoğlu, known for his publications related to the Fethullah Gülen movement, was apprehended in Ankara.

Erdoğan's diploma taken to the Constitutional Court

Erdoğan's diploma taken to the Constitutional Court

After the rejection of their lawsuit regarding the university diploma of AKP Chairperson and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, People's Liberation Party has taken the case to the Constitutional Court. "The diploma of Erdoğan, who occupies the position of the presidency, can never be considered personal data," Lawyer Pınar Akbina stated.

Is Van ready for a new earthquake?

Is Van ready for a new earthquake?

Van experienced two major earthquakes in 2011. The city has been trying to erase the traces of the seismic events. The city, located on an active fault line, faces the risk of earthquakes, sparking debates about the measures taken to mitigate this risk.

2 January 2024 Şenol Balı

One wounded, shot by police in front of Ministry of Interior

One wounded, shot by police in front of Ministry of Interior

The individual who was shot by the police for failing to comply with a stop warning is under treatment at the hospital. Minister Yerlikaya announced that it was understood that the person was undergoing psychological treatment.

Super Cup final in Riyadh canceled, Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe teams have left stadium

Super Cup final in Riyadh canceled, Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe teams have left stadium

The "Super Cup" final between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, scheduled to start at 20:45 (GMT+3) in Riyadh, has been canceled. Saudi authorities did not permit Galatasaray to warm up in "Atatürk" shirts, and they also denied approval for the banners the teams wanted to display. The teams are returning to Turkey.

29 December 2023

Student intern working on air conditioning installation dies falling from the roof

Student intern working on air conditioning installation dies falling from the roof

In Diyarbakır, 17-year-old 10th-grade student Ömer Ç., who was taken to the Auto Dealership Site to install air conditioning ducts, fell from the roof on the second floor to the ground. The student, who was taken to the hospital, lost his 6-day struggle for life.

29 December 2023

Earthquake-affected media workers in Osmaniye 'most saddened by lack of support'

Earthquake-affected media workers in Osmaniye 'most saddened by lack of support'

Ahmet Yılmaz from Radio Meşale, Muhammed Kırlar from Radio Gönül, Hasan Kılıç from Hasret newspaper, and Mustafa Düzenli from Yeni Adımlar newspaper described the aftermath of the earthquake, saying, "We didn't' get any support from the governorship or the municipality, not even a "Get well soon"!

29 December 2023 Mustafa Bardak

Drone attack on worker tents in Sinjar: Five killed

Drone attack on worker tents in Sinjar: Five killed

The workers involved in well construction for the Sinjar Autonomous Administration's project to bring water to villages were targeted in a drone attack. The administration announced that 5 workers were killed and called on the public to join a protest today.

29 December 2023

'Using posting the Turkish flag as an injunction does not elevate the flag'

'Using posting the Turkish flag as an injunction does not elevate the flag'

Ruşen Fırat, the grandson of Sheikh Said, who was sentenced to share the Turkish flag in his posts every day during his judicial control period, has received thousands of interactions on his posts, including threat messages containing Fırat's home address.

28 December 2023

İstanbul police detain 19 for 'planning an obscene party'

İstanbul police detain 19 for 'planning an obscene party'

According to the interior minister, the suspects were actively sharing "objectionable" videos through the 'Fergio House' social media account on platforms such as Instagram and X.

28 December 2023

Sheikh Said's grandson ordered to share Turkish flag on social media as penalty

Sheikh Said's grandson ordered to share Turkish flag on social media as penalty

The Diyarbakır Bar has filed a lawsuit against the judge who gave the order.

28 December 2023 Bedri Adanır

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