The main opposition CHP took over İstanbul’s Asian-side district from the ruling AKP in the March 31 polls.

The seizure of a 608-kilogram stash marks the third-largest cocaine bust in Turkey’s history, according to Yerlikaya. An internationally sought gang leader was also apprehended during the operation.

The first unit of the plant is planned to be integrated into Turkey's energy system next year.

There were 615 traffic accidents yesterday alone, according to the interior minister.

The ongoing conservation efforts that involve ringing have successfully prevented the extinction of the Northern Bald Ibis.

Metro İstanbul will operate on a Saturday schedule throughout the feast days, with services running from 06:00 AM to midnight on the first and second days of the holiday.

Turkey's decision to impose export restrictions on Israel was "belated but necessary," according to the boycott movement.

The decision comes amid internal criticism towards the government for continued trade relations with Israel despite harsh verbal condemnations. Israel says it will seek help from US allies to counter the sanctions.

The loggerhead sea turtle is a species endangered in the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. Turkey hosts the nesting sites of loggerhead turtles, especially along the coasts of the Aegean and Mediterranean.

The main opposition party claims votes were cast on behalf of over 3,000 people who were killed in the 2023 earthquakes.

The area where the project is planned is among the natural beauties and used as a recreational area by locals.

Inspections in the industrial town are insufficient, according to local civil society groups.