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Turkey reports 1,310 new coronavirus cases, 5 deaths

Turkey reports 1,310 new coronavirus cases, 5 deaths

The country's death toll stands at 98,948 with a total of 15.1 million cases.

AKP, MHP propose amendment to Press Law introducing prison sentences for 'disinformation'

AKP, MHP propose amendment to Press Law introducing prison sentences for 'disinformation'

Those who disseminate false information about the "internal and external security of the country, public order and public health" will face up to three years in prison.

Turkey's National Security Council makes no mention of a new Syria offensive

Turkey's National Security Council makes no mention of a new Syria offensive

President Erdoğan earlier said the NSC would discuss the issue. The Syrian Democratic Council has called on the UN and the international community to prevent an incursion by Turkey.

Erdoğan, Macron discuss NATO bids of Sweden, Finland

Erdoğan, Macron discuss NATO bids of Sweden, Finland

The two leaders also spoke about the Russia-Ukraine war, according to an official statement.

New Syria offensive: 'Erdoğan is trying to regain the prestige he has lost'

New Syria offensive: 'Erdoğan is trying to regain the prestige he has lost'

"They may plant a flag somewhere and say, 'Let's do the elections.' If many soldiers are lost, they may say, 'Let's avenge our martyrs' to gain something out of it. So, Erdoğan will try to make gains out of this situation in one way or another," says Assoc. Prof. Yörük.

26 May 2022 Ruken Tuncel

'Methamphetamine is becoming a gateway drug in Turkey'

'Methamphetamine is becoming a gateway drug in Turkey'

Cheap prices and ease of access are the two reasons that the use of methamphetamine has become more common in Turkey, says psychiatrist Bulut.

26 May 2022 Tuğçe Yılmaz

Turkey's Central Bank keeps interest rate constant

Turkey's Central Bank keeps interest rate constant

"Increase in inflation is driven by rising energy costs, temporary effects of pricing formations that are not supported by economic fundamentals, and strong negative supply shocks," the bank has said.

Canan Kaftancıoğlu: We are not aggrieved, we are righteous

Canan Kaftancıoğlu: We are not aggrieved, we are righteous

"When we know that we are fighting for, women and society win," said the politician, who attended the premiere of a documentary about Turkey's first women MPs.

26 May 2022 Evrim Kepenek

Sweden, Finland 'positive' on lifting sanctions on Turkey, says presidential spokesperson

Sweden, Finland 'positive' on lifting sanctions on Turkey, says presidential spokesperson

Turkey hosted delegations from the two countries to discuss their NATO membership bid.

Turkey's Atheism Association is helping atheist refugees faced with 'double oppression'

Turkey's Atheism Association is helping atheist refugees faced with 'double oppression'

"They are both displaced from their homeland and are subjected to discrimination and threats within their communities because they are atheists. For example, a Syrian atheist is under serious threat in terms of mental health and life safety within their refugee community," says the head of the association.

26 May 2022 Melin Durmaz

Turkey reports 1,260 new coronavirus cases, 4 deaths

Turkey reports 1,260 new coronavirus cases, 4 deaths

The country's death toll stands at 98,943 with a total of 15.1 million cases, according to official figures.

Union workers dismissed by Yemeksepeti food delivery company win lawsuit for reinstatement

Union workers dismissed by Yemeksepeti food delivery company win lawsuit for reinstatement

The court has concluded that the company had fired three workers because of their union activities.

Former hunger striker, academic Nuriye Gülmen sentenced to 10 years in prison

Former hunger striker, academic Nuriye Gülmen sentenced to 10 years in prison

Two defendants have been convicted of "being a member of a terrorist organization."

Erdoğan to sue CHP leader over 'escape plan' claims

Erdoğan to sue CHP leader over 'escape plan' claims

The president's attorney has said Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu's claims were "baseless" and "unreasonable."

Turkey's talks with Sweden, Finland on NATO membership begin in Ankara

Turkey's talks with Sweden, Finland on NATO membership begin in Ankara

Turkey has opposed the membership of the two countries, accusing them of tolerating and supporting "terrorists."

Turkey's FM meets counterpart in Israel in first visit in 15 years

Turkey's FM meets counterpart in Israel in first visit in 15 years

Minister Çavuşoğlu has met with Lapid a day after his meetings in Palestine. Israel'S FM has welcomed a "new chapter" in bilateral relations.

Constitutional Court rules Aysel Tuğluk's right to a fair trial violated

Constitutional Court rules Aysel Tuğluk's right to a fair trial violated

The top court recently rejected another application by Tuğluk regarding the Kobanî trial. "They reject essential applications and give verdicts of violation in simple cases," said her lawyer.

Imported plastic waste sites in Adana still not cleaned despite promises by companies

PLASTIC WASTE POLLUTION

Imported plastic waste sites in Adana still not cleaned despite promises by companies

The amount of dioxins and furans, carcinogenic compounds that emerge during the combustion of plastic waste, is 400,000 times greater than normal values in dump sites, says Greenpeace.

25 May 2022 Şule Nur Boya

Protester beaten by police to be paid compensation, top court rules

Protester beaten by police to be paid compensation, top court rules

The Constitutional Court has ruled that Nuray Zencir, who was battered during a demonstration, was subjected to treatment incompatible with human dignity.

Turkey reports 1,304 new coronavirus cases, 6 deaths in a day

Turkey reports 1,304 new coronavirus cases, 6 deaths in a day

The country's death toll stands at 98,939 with a total of 15.1 million cases.

Turkey's main opposition leader claims to reveal Erdoğan's plan to flee to US after elections

Turkey's main opposition leader claims to reveal Erdoğan's plan to flee to US after elections

The Erdoğan family is transferring money to the US through two education foundations, Kılıçdaroğlu has claimed. Government officials have dismissed the allegations.

Number of refugees deported by Turkey rises by 70 percent in 2022, official data shows

Number of refugees deported by Turkey rises by 70 percent in 2022, official data shows

Currently, deportation procedures for 18,801 people from 94 countries are underway at the removal centers, according to the official figures. Some 10,763 of them are from Afghanistan, 2,740 are from Pakistan.

'Pasolini's Cappadocia' exhibition opens in İstanbul's Kadıköy

'Pasolini's Cappadocia' exhibition opens in İstanbul's Kadıköy

The famous director's 100th anniversary is being celebrated with various events.

Actress Ezgi Mola fined for 'insulting' ex-soldier who sexually assaulted a woman

Actress Ezgi Mola fined for 'insulting' ex-soldier who sexually assaulted a woman

Musa O. was found guilty of "qualified sexual assault." Mola will pay a fine of 6,960 lira for insulting him.

Three-billion lira worth of contracts for 'Nation's Gardens' in five months

Three-billion lira worth of contracts for 'Nation's Gardens' in five months

The cost of the Nation's Garden to be built on İstanbul's Atatürk Airport is nearly twice as high of the cost of other 25 facilities.

24 May 2022 Ersan Kınık

More concerts of protest musicians banned by AKP municipalities

More concerts of protest musicians banned by AKP municipalities

The government's bans on cultural events continued with the cancellation of the concerts of musicians Niyazi Koyuncu and Apolas Lermi.

Poll: Erdoğan loses to unspecified 'opposition candidate'

Poll: Erdoğan loses to unspecified 'opposition candidate'

A pollster has asked the respondents whether they would vote for President Erdoğan or his opponent, without specifying a candidate.

Turkey reports less than 1,000 new Covid cases, 3 deaths

Turkey reports less than 1,000 new Covid cases, 3 deaths

The country's death toll stands at 98,933 with a total of 15.1 million cases, according to the official figures.

Shopkeepers: Customers just ask for the price, but don't buy anything

İSTANBUL'S BEYOĞLU

Shopkeepers: Customers just ask for the price, but don't buy anything

As the economic crisis deepens in Turkey, shopkeepers in the Beyoğlu district of İstanbul consider shutting down their shops.

23 May 2022 Burak Siperli

Thirty-two arrested in 'bribery' investigation into opposition municipalities in İstanbul

Thirty-two arrested in 'bribery' investigation into opposition municipalities in İstanbul

Some 224 people were detained in the investigation. The suspects are charged with "taking and giving bribes in an organized manner."

Police prevent Boğaziçi Pride March, detain dozens

Police prevent Boğaziçi Pride March, detain dozens

The attack on what would be the ninth Pride March of Boğaziçi University was the latest example of the systematic violence against the LGBTI+s at the school that has been going on for one and a half years.

Sweden's PM says negotiations with Turkey will continue as Erdoğan expects 'concrete steps'

Sweden's PM says negotiations with Turkey will continue as Erdoğan expects 'concrete steps'

PM Andersson has said she had a "good and positive" talk with Erdoğan on the weekend.