In the lead-up to COP28, Australia witnesses a significant protest against climate inaction as activists converge at the Port of Newcastle. Nearly 3,000 demonstrators gathered at this New South Wales port, permitted by Australian authorities, to voice their concerns about climate change. Among the protesters, hundreds ventured into the sea in canoes, obstructing coal transport […]
Heavy snowfall occurred at night in the Cappadocia region, one of Türkiye’s important tourism centers. The dense snow covering the touristic values of the city, such as fairy chimneys, natural rock formations, and interesting valleys, formed amazing landscapes. Welcoming around 5 million local and foreign tourists annually, Cappadocia remains a favored winter destination. Asım […]
Saim Yıldıztaşkan from Eskişehir found solace in crafting miniature houses after his wife, Niğmet Yıldıztaşkan, died in a tragic traffic accident five years ago. Known as “Saim Dede” among neighbors, he shares his passion by gifting these models and is now replicating historical sites in Sivrihisar. Seeking Mayor Hamid Yüzgüllü’s support, Yıldıztaşkan aims to […]
Members of the Van Lake Activists Association and Bazid Mountaineering Nature Sports Club raised awareness about the pollution in Lake Van and showed support for Palestine during their climb on Pamuk Mountain in Iğdır, Türkiye. Chanting ‘Don’t let Lake Van be polluted; keep it blue,’ the group unfurled the Palestinian flag. Muhammed Akkuş, a member […]
Maysoon Al-Jabali, the oldest female hostage released in Israel’s recent exchange, disclosed distressing conditions for female inmates. Following her release alongside child prisoner Ibrahim Taamra on November 24, Al-Jabali accused guards of spraying gas on female detainees and subjecting them to harassment. She detailed deteriorating conditions post-October 7, highlighting restricted access to facilities, notably limited […]
Following the meteorological warning of heavy rain, a downpour struck Türkiye’s Hatay’s Iskenderun district overnight, resulting in flooded streets. Waves, reaching a height of 5 meters, inundated the Iskenderun coast, leading to landslides of up to 1 meter in some places following the earthquake. Access to the flooded area was prohibited for vehicles and pedestrians
Trabzon faced a series of devastating fires across various districts following a storm warning issued by AFAD. Strong winds, reaching an unexpected 25 degrees Celsius above seasonal norms, triggered fires in Ortahisar, Maçka, Tonya, Yomra, and Sürmene districts. The blazes consumed forests, homes, and beehives, with firefighters managing to contain the flames without any […]
Another 100 aid trucks passed through the Rafah Border Gate and reached the north of the Gaza Strip within the framework of the humanitarian pause between Israel and Palestine. “Aid reached thousands of people in need. The aid includes food, baby food, water, milk, and blankets,” the Palestinian Red Crescent said. “A few days ago, […]
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited troops in Gaza’s northern region. Donning a helmet and steel vest, Netanyahu assured during his visit, ‘We’re tirelessly working to bring our hostages back, and we’ll succeed in bringing them all home.’ Accompanied by several high-ranking military and political officials, he inspected one of the Hamas tunnels recently uncovered […]
During a four-day humanitarian pause in Gaza, Israel and Palestine conducted their third hostage exchange. Israel released 39 Palestinians, while Hamas released 14 Israelis and 3 foreigners, including a Russian-Israeli citizen. Altogether, 40 Israelis, 18 foreign nationals, and dual citizens were released by Hamas, while Israel released 117 Palestinian detainees.