In Van, the eastern province of Turkey, 174 irregular migrants were caught in a truck with steam coming out of the ventilation shaft. “After the inspection of the box truck, steam was seen coming out of the ventilation shaft on the roof of the vehicle, 174 illegal immigrants of foreign nationality were identified and handed over to the relevant institutions. The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody and transferred to the judicial authorities to be processed,” the Van governor’s office stated in a statement. In addition, the efforts against illegal immigration continue with the support of the public in order to ensure peace and security in the region, the governor’s office added. A footage captured by camera revealed the moment.
Altıntepe Castle’s Ancient Layers Captured by Drone in Eastern Türkiye
Settled by Urartians and later used in Byzantine and Ottoman eras, Altıntepe Castle in Erzincan’s Üzümlü district has drawn fresh attention after new drone footage showcased its hilltop ruins. Scientific digs begun in 1959 revealed a citadel gate, temple-palace, apadana, storage buildings, and stone tombs, marking Altıntepe as one of the westernmost Urartian centers. Many finds are displayed at the Erzincan Museum, including ceramics, horse tack, metal fittings, and arrowheads. Though excavations are paused, the site remains a key reference point for Anatolian archaeology.
Adem Küçükkaya
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