A devastating fire at a hotel in Bolu’s Kartalkaya Ski Center left 66 people dead and 51 injured, including one critically. The hotel had 238 guests at the time of the incident. The Ministry of Health confirmed the fatalities and stated that 17 of the injured have been discharged, while 34 remain hospitalized. Emergency […]
Albanian citizens in the city of Laç, heavily affected by the November 26, 2019 earthquake, express satisfaction with earthquake housing built by Türkiye. The homes, delivered on January 17, 2022, through a Turkish-led reconstruction initiative, provide a high-quality and peaceful living environment. Residents, including Vjollca Shabani, praised the swift and superior construction. Shabani, who […]
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol defended his actions during an impeachment hearing at the Constitutional Court, rejecting charges of rebellion and abuse of power. Addressing the court, Yoon emphasized his commitment to liberal democracy and stated that declaring martial law falls within the president’s legitimate powers. Suspended from office after declaring a six-hour […]
Following the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, Palestinians returning to Rafah in southern Gaza were confronted with widespread devastation. The city, heavily bombed during 15 months of conflict, has been reduced to rubble. Rafah Mayor Ahmed Al-Sufi described the city as a “disaster,” with infrastructure, homes, roads, and public facilities largely destroyed. “The damage exceeds […]
A landslide triggered by heavy rains in Indonesia’s Central Java province has claimed 16 lives and injured 10 others. Authorities in Pekalongan reported that rivers overflowed, causing severe damage across nine villages. Search efforts for at least nine missing individuals have been hindered by ongoing rainfall. Rescue operations continue as the region grapples with the […]
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, faced backlash for a gesture made during an event at the Capital One Arena following Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th US President. Musk, addressing the crowd, celebrated the victory, calling it a “crossroads of civilization” and thanking supporters for their efforts. However, a hand gesture he made […]
The Assad regime’s actions in Damascus, Syria, have left behind widespread destruction, with civilian areas and religious sites targeted. Bombing campaigns in the Daraya district reduced mosques to rubble, showcasing the severity of the attacks. Daraya resident Umam Hatip described the aftermath, accusing regime soldiers of systematically destroying buildings, looting iron from debris, and […]
Donald Trump, sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, began his second term with significant policy shifts through executive orders, undoing major decisions from the previous administration. Trump declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, allocating defense resources to enhance border security and complete the wall. He stated, “America’s sovereignty is […]
A fire at a hotel in Kartalkaya Ski Resort, a major tourist destination in Türkiye, killed 10 people and injured 32 others, according to initial reports. The blaze, which began in the restaurant section quickly spread due to the wooden structure of the building. The hotel was fully booked with 234 guests during the […]
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) President Ersin Tatar and Greek Cypriot Administration (GCA) leader Nikos Christodoulides met in the UN buffer zone in Cyprus. Hosted by UN Special Representative Colin Stewart, the meeting focused on easing congestion at border crossings, including discussions on opening a new vehicle crossing at Haspolat. President Tatar highlighted the […]