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Shortage of staff to protect wildlife in Turkey: Official
A senior official at the Agriculture and Forestry Ministry has complained about the shortage of staff protecting the wild animals in Turkey during a presentation to parliament's Animal Rights Research Commission.
Bill to protect Cappadocia ratified
Turkish parliament ratified a bill on May 23 that aims to protect Cappadocia, a touristic hub in central Turkey.
Turkey stood tall during global economy crisis: Erdoğan
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on May 23 that Turkey has overcome all economic attacks and did not collapse even in tough global economic conditions.
US defense policy bill could strip Turkey of F-35 partnership
The US Senate Armed Services Committee on Thursday unveiled a draft $750 billion defense policy bill that would authorize more Lockheed Martin F-35 jets for the United States and effectively end Turkey's partnership in the program if Ankara pursues a plan to buy a Russian missile defense system.
Turkey to overcome difficulties: Banker
Turkey can overcome difficulties through its dynamic population, Adnan Bali, the CEO of private lender İşbank, said on May 22.
Historical tragedies of Crimean Tatars, Circassians remembered
Turkey on May 18 remembered the deportation and ethnic cleansing of Crimean Tatars 75 years ago by the Soviet Union.
Turkey lures $466 mln investment from Asia
Asian investments in Turkey amounted to $466 million as of end-March, according to data from the Turkish Central Bank, compiled by Anadolu Agency.
More than 70 migrant hostages rescued in northern Greece
Greek police have rescued 74 migrants who were being held hostage in a warehouse on the outskirts of Thessaloniki in northern Greece, allegedly by four men who were demanding money from their families for their release.
The migrants, whose nationalities were not made public, had crossed the border from Turkey and were taken to the warehouse by the three traffickers.
Turkey’s number of live births nearly 1.25 mln in 2018
Turkey's statistical institute (TÜİK) on May 17 stated the number of live births in the country was nearly 1.25 million.
Unity key to overcoming hateful trends: Çavuşoğlu
Unity, inclusiveness, dialogue and a comprehensive strategic vision are the only ways to overcome rising trends of xenophobia, Islamophobia and anti-Semitism across the globe, Turkey's foreign minister said on May 17.
Council of Europe must avoid new dividing lines: FM
The Council of Europe must avoid new dividing lines in Europe and it should fight together against them, Turkey said on May 17.
Youth constitutes 15.8% of population
The youth comprises 15.8% of the 82 million people living in Turkey, the country's statistical authority announced on May 16.
5 migrants die in road accident
At least five migrants were killed and 37 others injured when a truck carrying them overturned in eastern Turkey.
50 migrants die on way to Europe through Turkey in 2019
At least 50 irregular migrants lost their lives on their way to Europe through Turkey in 2019, according to data compiled by Anadolu Agency.
Turkey 2nd most restrictive country on gay rights in Europe
Turkey ranked the second worst country in Europe for LGBT equality policies and laws, with Azerbaijan and Armenia scoring first and third last respectively, a report conducted by the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association (ILGA) in Europe has said.