Quarantine Island, established in Izmir’s Urla district during the Ottoman era to combat infectious diseases, offers visitors a glimpse into history. The island, featuring original materials from centuries ago, underwent its first restoration in 155 years. The meticulous project, costing approximately 80 million TL ($2,430,000) and spanning three years, aimed to preserve the island’s […]
Julian Assange, WikiLeaks founder, appeared before a judge in the Northern Mariana Islands as part of his agreement with the US government. Assange, who had been released from Belmarsh prison in England, accepted a charge of conspiring to obtain and disclose confidential US national defense documents. Although he argued that the Espionage Act conflicts with […]
Kenyan President William Ruto condemned the recent violent protests against the tax increase bill, stating that they were hijacked by criminals. He emphasized the need for peaceful protests within the law and declared that any threat to national security would be treated as an existential threat, with perpetrators seen as traitors.
Moldova and Ukriane has officially begun negotiations for full European Union membership, marked by the Intergovernmental Accession Conference held in Luxembourg. This follows the European Council’s decision on December 14, 2023, to start accession talks with both Ukraine and Moldova. Today, EU foreign ministers, led by Belgium’s presidency, convened in Luxembourg to negotiate first with […]
Footage has surfaced of the Ukrainian missile attack on Sevastopol, Crimea, showing beachgoers fleeing in panic. The attack, which occurred last Sunday, involved US-made ATACMS missiles. Four people, including two children, were killed, and at least 150 were injured. Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting civilians and claimed that the US provided the coordinates for […]
Amid ongoing conflict, Russia and Ukraine have completed a prisoner exchange mediated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that 90 Russian soldiers held by Ukraine were returned. In exchange, Russia released 90 Ukrainian prisoners of war. The returned Russian soldiers, many with life-threatening conditions, are now undergoing treatment and […]
Protests against a tax increase bill in Nairobi, Kenya, turned violent, resulting in at least five deaths. Demonstrators stormed and set fire to the parliament and city hall. Police used tear gas, water cannons, and live ammunition to disperse the crowds, causing dozens of injuries. The bill, intended to boost the economy and generate […]
Çınarlıdere Waterfall in Derince, Kocaeli, Türkiye, offers a pristine natural escape for trekking enthusiasts. With a challenging 10-kilometer track, the waterfall stands 20 meters tall and captivates visitors with its stunning views and the soothing sound of flowing water. Open year-round, Çınarlıdere provides a different experience each season, from icy winter flows to summer […]
Located in the eastern Türkiye, Ishak Pasha Palace in Ağrı, known for its eagle’s nest appearance and unique architecture, welcomed 15,850 visitors during the 9-day Eid al-Adha holiday. This historic Ottoman-era palace, located on a hill 7 kilometers south of Doğubayazıt, showcases architectural influences from the Ottoman, Seljuk, baroque, and rococo periods. The palace, […]
A fire that started near a garbage dump in Ayvalık, Balıkesir, Türkiye, has spread to the maquis area. Fueled by strong north winds, the flames are advancing toward the forest near Sarımsaklı Beach. The Ministry of Forestry has deployed 4 planes and 2 helicopters to combat the fire from the air. On the ground, 60 […]