Latest News from Turkey
Thousands Demonstrate in Turkey over Soma Mine Accident
Thousands flocked to the streets in Turkey to protest over the explosion in a coal mine near Soma which took the lives of at least 283 people.
Ship carrying fertilizer slams into harbor
A ship carrying 2,200 tons of fertilizer rammed into the harbor at Nea Moudania, northern Greece, on Thursday.
No injuries were reported aboard the Panama-flagged vessel and the crew did not report any damage to the ships hull.
The 15 crew members are all from Turkey.
Turkey and the tunnel of time
By Nikos Konstandaras
Increase of employment for women to lead to GDP growth
BELGRADE - Increase of employment for women could bring about an increase of the GDP per capita in Serbia of up to 16 per cent, the analyses carried out by the World Bank (WB) have shown.
Bulgaria to Open 8 New Border Crossings By 2017
Bulgaria's Interior Ministry is planning to open eight new border crossing points by 2017, reports Sega daily.
The checkpoints will be at the borders with Greece – one, Serbia – two, FYROM – three and Romania – two, shows a ministry plan, entitled Strategy for integrated border management.
Death Toll in Turkish Coal Mine Blast Rises to 282
The death toll in the in the coal mine explosion and fire in western Turkey has increased to 282, according to Turkish Energy Minister Taner Yildiz.
The government said 787 people had been inside the coal mine in Soma when an electrical fault triggered the blast soon after midday on Tuesday. A total of 363 were rescued.
Vučić sends condolences to Turkish PM
Vučić sends condolences to Turkish PM
BELGRADE -- Serbian Prime Minister Aleksandar Vučić has sent a telegram of condolences to his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the tragedy at a coal mine.
Vartholomaios says converting Hagia Sophia into a mosque would be against Turkey's interests
The highest spiritual leader of Orthodox Christians, Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, Bartholomew I (l), is received by German President Joachim Gauck at Bellevue Palace in Berlin.
I shall play for Real and my borther for Manchester United
I shall play for Real and my borther for Manchester United
Sergej Milinkovic Savic, leader of Vojvidina FC 'kindergarten' participated in winning of this year's Cup
Sergej Milinkovic Savic is only 19 but has already demonstrated his huge talent. His younger brother, a goalkeeper is following the elder brother's steps.
National Bank of Greece plans stake sale in Turkey’s Finansbank
National Bank of Greece plans to sell a minority stake in Istanbul-based Finansbank as part of plans to boost capital.
The lender, based in Athens, will submit a restructuring plan later this year which includes the sale of a significant minority stake in Finansbank, according to a statement posted on its website.
Bulgarian Defense Minister: Border Fence to be Finished in June
The 30km border fence between Bulgaria and Turkey will be completed by June, assured Bulgaria's Defense Minister Angel Naydenov.
Soma Mine Death Toll Rises in Turkey, National Mourning Declared
The number of victims who died after an explosion and fire in a mine in Turkey's Manica province has reached 274, Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said.
Coal Mine Explosion in Turkey Leaves more than 200 Dead
An explosion at a coal mine in western Turkey has left at least 201 workers dead.
Turkish Energy Minister Taner Yildiz told reporters early Wednesday that a total of 787 people had been inside the mine at Soma in Manisa province at the time of the explosion, according to reports of the BBC.
Romania prepares to join eurozone
Romania prepares to join eurozone
The country will switch currencies by January 2019, officials said. Also in business news: A World Bank loan to Croatia will help improve the health care sector.
Romania plans to join the eurozone in 2019. [AFP]
Kerry plans trips to Nicosia, Athens
US Secretary of State John Kerry confirmed on Tuesday that he will visit Cyprus in the coming weeks in a bid to contribute to a new United Nations-mediated effort to reunify the divided island.