Locals in the neighborhoods in the east of the city of Rafah, where Israel is preparing to attack with a ground operation and issued an evacuation order, continue to migrate. According to the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East, estimatedly 110,000 people across Rafah, where attacks are getting more […]
In Türkiye’s Sakarya, a 700-year-old Ottoman plane tree remains a testament to history, defying time in the district known for its Ottoman heritage. Alaattin Yılmaz, speaking about the tree’s significance, remarked, “This plane tree, representing Ottoman conquests and traditions, stands tall as a symbol of Taraklı’s rich history.” He added, “Legend has it that […]
The renowned Haidouti Orchestra from Paris enthralled visitors at Göbeklitepe, a historic site in southeast Türkiye dating back 12,000 years, with lively performances of Urfa Folk Songs. Comprising musicians from France, Greece, Turkey, Romania, and Serbia, the ensemble showcased Balkan, Turkish, and Middle Eastern music, delighting locals and tourists alike. Attendees joined in traditional halay […]
After Israel ordered the evacuation of the neighborhoods in the east of Rafah city on May 6, displaced Palestinians began to set up tent camps in the center of the Gaza Strip. Some families placed their tents on the sidewalks because they could not find space, others settled on empty lands. Ahed Jabr Rayhan stated […]
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a veiled response to the US administration, which stopped an arms shipment to his country last week, with a video message. Stating that Israel is much stronger now than it was in 1948, when it declared its independence, Netanyahu said that Israel would fight alone as well. “We are […]
The Thai government closed 12 national marine parks following widespread coral bleaching, detected during underwater surveys. The closure aims to protect and aid in the recovery of affected coral reefs, as announced by the National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation Department. Visitors are prohibited until further notice to mitigate further damage to marine ecosystems.
Belgium’s Dutch public broadcaster VRT briefly interrupted the broadcast while the second semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest was on to share a message protesting Israeli attacks on Palestinians. “This is a union action. We condemn the human rights violations of the State of Israel. Israel destroys press freedom. Therefore, we are stopping the broadcast […]
A state ceremony commemorating the 101st birth anniversary of Heydar Aliyev, Azerbaijan’s former president and national leader, took place at his grave in Baku’s Fahri Hiyaban. President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva attended, paying respects with the national anthem, wreath laying, and a moment of silence. The event symbolized the ongoing reverence for […]
The plains of Yüksekova in Hakkari, one of the cities in Türkiye to experience the winter the harshest in Türkiye, came to life again with the arrival of spring. Yellow flowers covering all over the plain, the snow-covered Cilo mountain and the fascinating view of the sunset attracted photographers. “As the snow slowly melted, a […]
A United Airlines flight from Fukuoka Airport to Guam experienced a “flap” malfunction shortly after takeoff, prompting an emergency return and landing at Fukuoka Airport. The incident, involving 43 passengers and 6 crew members on Flight 166, caused no injuries. Flaps, crucial for takeoffs and landings by increasing wing surface and lift at lower speeds, […]