Latest News from Turkey
CHP head accuses politicians of bloodshed in country
Republican People's Party (CHP) leader Kemal K?l?çdaro?lu has blamed the recent violence between the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) and security forces, which have led to the over 200 killings, on the previous ruling party after the June 7 elections.
NATO to Discuss Violation of Turkish Airspace by Russian Fighter Jet
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg said on Monday that he will convene a meeting of the North Atlantic Council later in the day to discuss the Russian airstrikes in Syria, including a violation of Turkey's airspace by a Russian military jet.
EU postpones progress report on Turkey
The European Commission has surprisingly postponed the release of its annual progress report on Turkey's EU membership application process, amid a key visit to the EU capital by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdo?an during which the growing refugee crisis tops the agenda.
Historic chapel opened to worship in Didim
A 300-year-old chapel located near the famous Apollon Temple in the western province of Ayd?n's Didim district has been opened to worship.
The chapel was closed for restoration by the municipality three years ago.
Visitors, mostly Brits, will be offered arts and culture events as well in the chapel, announced officials.
Theater actress dies aged 68
Theater, cinema and TV drama actress Tomris ?ncer died on Oct. 5 at an Istanbul hospital, where she had been receiving cancer treatment for some time. She was 68.
A funeral ceremony for the actress will be held today in the Eski Foça cemetery in ?zmir.
Istanbul prosecutor demands acquittal of suspects in Turkey's match-fixing case
An Istanbul prosecutor has demanded the acquittal of high-profile suspects, including Fenerbahçe Chairman Aziz Y?ld?r?m, in Turkey?s match-fixing case.
Prosecutor Abdullah Mirza Co?kun demanded the acquittal of Y?ld?r?m on charges of ?founding a criminal organization? and ?match-fixing.?
France on high alert fearing of ISIS terrorist attacks
France is on high alert since it fears of terrorist attacks by ISIS militants, while Russia’s decision to get involved in Syria war and begin airstrikes against ISIS targets has raised great concerns and criticism among European countries and Turkey.
UK, France and Turkey reacted strongly to Russia’s engagement in the fight against Islamic State fighters.
Press freedom key for well-functioning democracy, sustainable development: Boss
Sabanc? Holding Chair Güler Sabanc? has said social development cannot be sustainable if individual rights and freedoms are not prioritized and there is not a well-functioning democracy.
Turkey's business world raises voice for press freedom amid attacks
Turkey's leading businesspeople have raised their voice for press freedom amid recent attacks on the media and journalists.
Whirling Dervishes head to Australia
Turkey's famous Whirling Dervishes are preparing to fly across the globe to perform "down under" to celebrate the centenary of the World War I battle of Gallipoli, marking 100 years of peace between Australia and Turkey.
Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard named 2015 the "Year of Turkey in Australia" in 2012.
Infographics: Betting on the Nov. 1 election
Bookmakers say AKP likely to fall short of majority again.
Turkey's Justice and Development Party (AKP) is more likely to score below 40.6 percent, according to an international betting company.*
The Republican People's Party's (CHP) vote range is estimated between 26.6 percent and 28.9 percent.
YSK's rejection of ballot box relocation an 'erosion of authority,' says PM
Prime Minister Ahmet Davuto?lu has joined criticism of Turkey?s top election authority for its refusal to call for the relocation of ballot boxes in several eastern and southeastern districts, though Deputy Prime Minister Tu?rul Türke? voiced confidence that security forces and local administrations would find a ?formula? for a safe election.
NATO voices solidarity with Turkey amid Russia incursion
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg warned Russia on Oct. 5 to avoid escalating tensions with the transatlantic alliance through "unacceptable" violations of Turkish airspace, while the U.S. also voiced its concern.
Stoltenberg convened an emergency meeting of NATO member countries after Turkey said its jets intercepted a Russian fighter plane near the Syrian border.
OECD chief notes need for Turkish structural reforms
Structural reforms in Turkey are essential if the country wishes to stimulate the economy, according to the secretary-general of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Good transportation to Turkey's eastern regions drops sharply amid security concerns
Around 5,000 trucks could not find a job due to the escalating violence in Turkey?s east due to clashes between the outlawed PKK and Turkish security forces, with the growing possibility of furloughing drivers, according to Turkish Transporters? Association (TND) head Erol Özçelik, as reported by Turkish daily Dünya.