In Cappadocia, the hot air balloon spectacle reached its peak during the extended Eid holiday, with a hundred percent occupancy rate. 165 hot air balloons ascended together at dawn, offering breathtaking views of Cappadocia’s landscapes. While riders marveled at the valleys from above, tourists on the ground enjoyed the stunning scenery. The region, known […]
In Erbil, Iraq, heavy rains led to a fatal flood incident. A vehicle was swept away in the Kure region, resulting in one casualty and the rescue of the driver’s wife. Civil defense teams were instrumental in recovering the victim’s body and saving the survivor. The ongoing rains are forecasted to persist across Iraq and […]
The death toll from the 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Hualien, Taiwan, on April 3 has risen to 16, with 1,146 injured and 3 still missing. New footage captures the harrowing moments of a driver navigating the mountain road during the quake, narrowly escaping landslides. The vehicle, carrying two Thai nationals, received a warning moments before […]
South Korea saw a high turnout as 44.3 million voters cast their ballots in 14,259 election centers. The participation rate reached 66.3%, with 29.4 million voters, including 14 million early voters. The elections decided 254 seats directly, with the remaining 46 allocated based on party votes. Results are expected later, with projections favoring President […]
Antalya, renowned as a tourism hub, kicked off holiday festivities with warm weather on the first day of Eid. The city experienced a pleasant air temperature of 24 degrees and a humidity rate of 59 percent, with the sea water temperature reaching 22 degrees. Despite partly cloudy skies, both locals and tourists flocked to […]
During the Eid holidays, Pamukkale attracted numerous visitors seeking to enjoy its thermal waters and ancient sites, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Starting from the holiday’s first day, citizens flocked to the travertines, enjoying a pleasant experience amidst the historical surroundings. Pamukkale’s travertines, known for their visual allure, have become a popular […]
Despite restrictions imposed by Israeli authorities, Muslims congregated at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem’s Old City to observe the Eid prayer. The Jerusalem Islamic Foundations Administration reported that around 60 thousand individuals participated in the Eid prayer at Masjid al-Aqsa. Israeli police heightened security measures by setting up iron barriers and conducting […]
With the start of the 9-day Eid holiday, a significant number of Istanbul residents opted to travel to vacation spots or their hometowns. This exodus was further fueled by the coinciding school break, prompting citizens to disperse across various locations. As a result, many busy intersections and congested areas in the megacity experienced a […]
Despite continuous Israeli attacks and international appeals for peace, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip observed Eid al-Fitr this year. The destruction caused by Israeli forces led to the Eid prayer being held in shelter centers, as many mosques were damaged. Residents of the Maghazi Refugee Camp, displaced by the attacks, participated in the Eid prayer. […]
Eid al-Fitr was joyfully celebrated in Mecca, the holy city. After a month of dedicated worship during Ramadan, millions of Muslims convened at the Kaaba for the Eid prayer. The atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm as worshippers, starting from midnight, gathered around the Kaaba, the revered Qibla, to participate in the Eid prayer.