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Turkey marks 87th anniversary of women’s suffrage
Women in Turkey, who got the right to vote and be elected in 1934 before many European countries, celebrated the 87th anniversary of getting full suffrage on Dec. 5.
Turkey aims to vaccinate over 80 percent of population, says expert
Turkey aims to vaccinate more than 80 percent of the population against COVID-19, Professor Alper Şen from the Health Ministry's Science Board has said.
The vaccine drive is not moving at the desired speed, but still the vaccination rate in Turkey is higher than many countries in Europe, according to Şen.
NATO, EU states interested in export of Turkish drones: Foreign minister
Several European Union and NATO countries are interested in Turkish drones as well as Turkey's defense industry in general, Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu said on Dec. 4.
Ankara condemns terror attack in Iraq
Turkey on Dec. 4 "strongly condemned" the "heinous" terror attack near Iraq's Makhmour district that left at least 13 people dead, including civilians.
"We are saddened to receive the news that 3 civilians and 10 KRG security forces lost their lives in a terror attack that took place in a village near Iraq's Makhmour district," the foreign ministry said in a statement.
Explosive device found under police car assigned to Erdoğan's rally
Turkish police on Dec. 4 found an explosive device attached to the undercarriage of a private car belonging to a police officer, who was assigned to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's program in southeastern Siirt province.
Red moss covers shores in Istanbul’s Anatolian side
Several spots on the Marmara Sea have been fully covered with red moss following a fierce storm that has wreaked havoc in Turkey's northwestern region.
Municipal teams worked hard to clean up the red moss that hit with giant waves on the shores of Kadıköy and Maltepe, two districts on Istanbul's Anatolian side.
Postcard-like winter views from Turkey's Bitlis
With the coming winter, Bitlis province of Turkey's east reveals scenes of incredible natural beauty. (İHA Photo)
Turkey to ensure stability in prices soon: Erdoğan
Turkey will control price and currency fluctuations to a reasonable line, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on Dec. 4.
Bulgarian Tour Operators are Reporting Increased Interest in Charter Programs for the Holidays
Increased interest in charter programs for Christmas and New Year, according to tour operators. However, tourists are sensitive to all restrictive measures and many of the registrations are at the last minute.
Erdoğan, Putin discuss bilateral relations over phone
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held a phone call on Dec. 3 to discuss bilateral ties and regional issues, according to a statement by the Turkish Communications Directorate.
Minister renews calls for getting jabbed, following rules
Health Minister Fahrettin Koca has once again called on the public to continue to adhere to the anti-virus rules and getting the vaccine against COVID-19.
EU provides additional funds for refugees in Turkey
The EU has allocated an additional 325 million euros to extend the Emergency Social Safety Net (ESSN) program until early 2023, the European Commission has announced.
Turkish travelers denied entry to Italy due to virus restrictions
Italy has denied entry to three Turkish citizens due to COVID-19-related travel restrictions.
The Turkish nationals, who traveled from Istanbul to Rome, on Dec. 2 were briefly detained at the airport and eventually sent back to Turkey later in the day.
Fitch raises growth forecast to 10.5 percent
International credit rating agency Fitch has raised its Turkey growth forecast for 2021 from 9.2 percent to 10.5 percent, while it changed its outlook assessment from stable to negative.
Hike in pet food prices concerning animal lovers
A sudden hike in animal food and the high value-added tax put animal lovers in a challenging situation, forcing them to call on Turkish authorities to make discounts on the vital product.