Russian President Vladimir Putin, during his visit to Baku, expressed Russia’s willingness to facilitate a peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia. In his meeting with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Putin highlighted the strong economic, political, and strategic partnership between the two countries, noting the progress in various sectors including energy, transportation, and education. Aliyev emphasized […]
A luxury yacht carrying 22 people sank off the coast of Palermo, Italy, during a severe storm. One body has been recovered, and the search continues for six missing individuals, including British, American, and Canadian nationals. The yacht was found at a depth of 49 meters, and an investigation is underway. The British Foreign Office […]
Archaeological efforts are underway to rebuild a historic madrasa from the Anatolian Seljuk period in Çorum, Turkey. Çorum Governor Assoc. Dr. Zülkif Dağlı highlighted the significance of the site, noting that it is the only surviving madrasa in Çorum from the Seljuk era. The madrasa, located in the Kalehisar ruins in Mahmudiye village, was […]
A forest fire that broke out in Bolu’s Göynük district on August 15 has left vast green areas blackened, as seen in aerial footage. The fire, which spread rapidly due to strong winds, prompted the evacuation of 490 residents from nearby villages. After a 72-hour battle, firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control […]
The Super Moon, appearing 30% brighter and 14% larger than a typical full moon, captivated observers in Istanbul. The celestial event, when the Moon is closest to Earth, was visible from Kadıköy Caddebostan beach and framed by the iconic Çamlıca Mosque, creating postcard-worthy scenes across the city. Mehmet Güzel
A British-flagged sailboat carrying 22 tourists capsized off the coast of Palermo, Italy, near Sicily. Seven people are reported missing, including citizens from the UK, France, Ireland, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka. The incident occurred at sunrise as the 50-meter vessel encountered rough seas and a hurricane. Italian authorities have rescued 15 people, including a […]
Groundwater levels in Türkiye’s Konya Plain have dropped by up to 20 meters in some areas over the past year, leading to an increase in sinkhole formations. Prof. Dr. Fetullah Arık, Director of the Obruk Application and Research Center at Konya Technical University, warned that the continued intensive use of groundwater and ongoing drought […]
South Korea and the United States have begun the 11-day Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) exercise, simulating an “all-out war” scenario. The drills involve 19,000 South Korean troops and include various military activities aimed at countering North Korean provocations. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol emphasized the need for readiness against potential threats from North Korea, […]
Russian President Vladimir Putin met informally with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Baku during his official visit to Azerbaijan. The meeting took place at the Zagulba Presidential Residence, where Aliyev and his wife, First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva, hosted Putin. The leaders discussed bilateral relations in a more relaxed setting.
A truck explosion in Tel Aviv, Israel, resulted in the death of one person. The incident occurred on Lod Street, with police confirming that the blast was caused by an explosive device inside the vehicle. Authorities have yet to determine whether the explosion was a terrorist attack. Notably, Israel’s domestic intelligence service, Shin Bet, is […]