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Patriot air defense system deployed in Malatya

Patriot air defense system deployed in Malatya

The deployment follows two incidents in six days where ballistic missiles launched by Iran were intercepted by NATO defenses while approaching Turkey's airspace.

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Eskişehir prison delays release of political prisoners

Eskişehir prison delays release of political prisoners

“These boards, especially in cases involving political prisoners, have extended their reach beyond executing sentences and have become bodies that effectively reassign punishment,” lawyers say.

9 March 2026 Ayşegül Başar

Turkey announces downing of second Iranian missile by NATO defenses

Turkey announces downing of second Iranian missile by NATO defenses

Ankara warned Tehran to "stay away from actions that jeopardize regional security."

US suspends consular operations in southern Turkey, orders diplomats lo leave

US suspends consular operations in southern Turkey, orders diplomats lo leave

The embassy also urged US citizens to exercise caution in public places, especially those frequented by westerners, citing "heightened risks of anti-U.S. or anti-Israel sentiment."

Women’s Day marked with Feminist Night Marches

Women’s Day marked with Feminist Night Marches

Seven people were detained during the demonstrations.

Turkey blocks 41 social media accounts over ‘disinformation’ on Iran war

Turkey blocks 41 social media accounts over ‘disinformation’ on Iran war

Authorities say there is an “intensive disinformation and psychological warfare activities targeting Turkey on digital platforms.”

Tuğçe Yılmaz

Seven Armenian artists gather in İstanbul 'Meydan-ը' exhibition

Seven Armenian artists gather in İstanbul 'Meydan-ը' exhibition

Organized as part of the Hantibum Festival and shaped around the themes of language, memory, and encounter, the exhibition will be open to visitors until Mar 28 at Depo İstanbul.

6 March 2026 Tuğçe Yılmaz

Urfa femicide perpetrator sentenced to life imprisonment after ‘good conduct’ reduction

Urfa femicide perpetrator sentenced to life imprisonment after ‘good conduct’ reduction

“Although we consider the application of the good conduct reduction to be unlawful, the fact that he was convicted of intentional killing has relieved the public conscience," said the plaintiff's lawyer.

6 March 2026 Evrim Kepenek

Prosecutors drop 'terror' probe into journalist over work in pro-Kurdish publications

Prosecutors drop 'terror' probe into journalist over work in pro-Kurdish publications

Roza Metina was among several others who have been investigated for their published work.

Men killed 22 women in February

Men killed 22 women in February

Men injued at least 43 women and abused 65 boys and girls in February.

6 March 2026 Evrim Kepenek

Turkey condemns drone attacks on Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan exclave

Turkey condemns drone attacks on Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan exclave

The Foreign Ministry did not specify a perpetrator in its statement as Iran denied responsibility for a drone attack on Nakhcivan's airport.

Turkey introduces fuel price buffer system amid Hormuz crisis

Turkey introduces fuel price buffer system amid Hormuz crisis

The government will adjust fuel taxes in response to price changes to shield consumers from sharp increases at the pump.

New collective formed to defend trans people's right to hormone access

New collective formed to defend trans people's right to hormone access

“Hormone access is not merely a healthcare issue. It is a fundamental human right,” the group said in its statement.

Journalist Oğuz Bakır acquitted in case over social media post on prosecutor

Journalist Oğuz Bakır acquitted in case over social media post on prosecutor

Bakır was briefly arrested over a social media post criticizing a prosecutor who had a symbol of the 1990s extrajudicial killings o his desk.

Turkey announces downing of Iranian ballistic missile

Turkey announces downing of Iranian ballistic missile

The incident marks the first time the Turkish territory being targeted by Iran, which has launched ballistic missile and drone strikes on Israel and the Gulf countries hosting US bases.

Nearly four million households in Turkey receive monthly social assistance

Nearly four million households in Turkey receive monthly social assistance

The number of people benefiting from the assistance has increased by over 50% in six years, according to official data.

War across the border leaves Van facing anxiety and economic loss

War across the border leaves Van facing anxiety and economic loss

“The war may be happening in Iran, but it’s just 30 kilometers from Van. This proximity is having a serious psychological effect on the local population," says local journalist Ruşen Takva.

3 March 2026 Nalin Öztekin

Fuel prices in Turkey set for sharp increase amid closure of Hormuz strait

Fuel prices in Turkey set for sharp increase amid closure of Hormuz strait

Diesel prices are set to rise by more than 10%, with gasoline and autogas also expected to see increases, according to media reports.

Journalist Feyza Nur Çalıkoğlu acquitted in disinformation case

Journalist Feyza Nur Çalıkoğlu acquitted in disinformation case

Çalıkoğlu stood trial over a news article about alleged rights violations in an İstanbul removal center.

Food inflation more than doubles monthly rate in February

Food inflation more than doubles monthly rate in February

The annual inflation stood at 31.53%, with a 7.95-point decrease since the end of the last year.

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Political leaders in Turkey oppose US, Israeli war on Iran

Political leaders in Turkey oppose US, Israeli war on Iran

Parties emphasized that the future of Iran should be determined by its own people, warning against instability and further escalation in the neighboring country.

Erdoğan expresses concern over war on Iran initiated by 'Israeli provocation'

Erdoğan expresses concern over war on Iran initiated by 'Israeli provocation'

The president also criticized Iran's missile strikes in the Gulf countries.

28 February 2026

Two journalists detained over live stream of Turkey’s İncirlik Airbase amid Iran strikes

Two journalists detained over live stream of Turkey’s İncirlik Airbase amid Iran strikes

Prosecutors have launched an investigation into the livestreams, which they say pose a danger to state security.

28 February 2026

Turkey denies reports of providing airspace to US for Iran strikes

Turkey denies reports of providing airspace to US for Iran strikes

"Turkey does not allow any of its air, land, or sea elements, including its airspace, to be used for operational purposes in favor of the parties," said an official statement.

28 February 2026

Stork Yaren reunites with fisherman friend for 15th year in Bursa 'stork village'

Stork Yaren reunites with fisherman friend for 15th year in Bursa 'stork village'

Yaren the stork landed on Adem Yılmaz’s boat once again, continuing their annual reunion after migration.

27 February 2026

PKK leader Öcalan issues new message on anniversary of disarmament call

PKK leader Öcalan issues new message on anniversary of disarmament call

"The language of the era cannot be a dictatorial and authoritarian one. We must fundamentally allow the other party to express themselves correctly, listen to them accurately, and give them the opportunity to express their own truths," said Öcalan.

27 February 2026

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‘The blind cell is the stark reality’

‘The blind cell is the stark reality’

"You’re allowed outside to a different small yard for an hour and a half per day. The remaining 22 and a half hours are spent in this blind cell," says Ümit Çobanoğlu, who was recently released from a "high-security" prison.

26 February 2026 Ayşegül Başar

Expert report finds serious violations in care center where child with autism died

Expert report finds serious violations in care center where child with autism died

A forensic report revealed overdose, physical abuse, and systemic neglect at the İstanbul care center where Uğur Yıldırım died.

26 February 2026 Nalin Öztekin

Turkey ranks second in Europe for new wind power capacity additions in 2025

Turkey ranks second in Europe for new wind power capacity additions in 2025

Germany led new installations last year with 5,735 megawatts, including 5,232 megawatts onshore and 503 megawatts offshore. Turkey ranked second with 2,142 megawatts.

26 February 2026

Seven journalists convicted for taking photos at courtroom

Seven journalists convicted for taking photos at courtroom

The journalists' lawyers said the only evidence was a police report.

25 February 2026

Swiss court denies asylum to woman, children despite confirming domestic violence

Swiss court denies asylum to woman, children despite confirming domestic violence

The court cited the existence of domestic violence protection mechanisms in Turkey.

25 February 2026 Evrim Kepenek

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Over 5,000 violations recorded in Marmara region prisons in 2025

Over 5,000 violations recorded in Marmara region prisons in 2025

The Human Rights Association warns that severe overcrowding and ill-treatment remain widespread.

25 February 2026 Ayşegül Başar

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