An Anadolujet plane that departed from Ankara’s Esenboğa Airport at 11:30 skidded off the runway during landing at Selahaddin Eyyubi Airport in Hakkari. Despite the aircraft being at full capacity, no injuries were reported. The incident occurred during the plane’s second landing attempt amid rainy conditions in the region. The plane got stuck in mud, and airport authorities are working to evacuate passengers.
Expatriates returning to Europe after summer holidays in Türkiye formed long queues at the Kapıkule Border Crossing, expressing sadness at leaving their homeland.
Many said they contribute to Türkiye’s economy during visits and urged citizens to value their country. “We miss our homeland terribly. Life abroad isn’t easy, so we must appreciate and protect Türkiye,” said one returnee from Germany.
Mehmet Basmacı
TR