In a significant development, Istanbul witnessed its lowest air pollution levels in two years, allowing clear visibility of Uludağ, a mountain in Bursa located about 100 kilometers away. Photographer Halil Sopaoğlu captured a stunning image from Çamlıca hill, showing Istanbul, Yalova, and Uludağ in one frame. This photo, shared widely on social media, highlights the improved air quality, enabling such distant views previously hindered by pollution.
On the final day of the Eid al-Adha holiday, traffic came to a standstill at the Kocaeli crossing of the Northern Marmara Highway as thousands began returning to Istanbul.
Congestion intensified due to occasional accidents and vehicle breakdowns. Gendarmerie and highway crews are working continuously to keep traffic flowing. Aerial footage showed long lines of vehicles stretching along the route.
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