Forest Fire Breaks Out in Southern Türkiye
A forest fire broke out in the Fatih neighborhood of Aksu, Antalya, Türkiye, around 9:40 a.m. Firefighting teams have been deployed by air and ground to contain the blaze and prevent its spread.
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Istanbul Hits 42°C as Tourists Seek Relief from Scorching Heat
Istanbul is sweltering under a heat wave, with temperatures reaching 42°C. Tourists in Sultanahmet Square are turning to handheld and neck fans to cope with the intense heat, while some use umbrellas for shade. The high humidity…
Germany Approves Eurofighter Jet Delivery to Türkiye
Germany's Federal Security Council has approved Türkiye's request for 40 Eurofighter fighter jets. The decision, made after a March 2023 meeting, paves the way for the jets' delivery, with parts supplied by Germany and assembly in the UK.…
Türkiye Unveils New Defense Systems at IDEF 2025
Roketsan showcased six new defense systems at IDEF 2025 in Istanbul, including the AKATA Encapsulated ATMACA, GÖKBORA missile, and TAYFUN BLOK-4 hypersonic missile. The launch was attended by military leaders like General Selçuk…
Tornado Spotted Off Türkiye’s Northern Coast
A tornado formed over the Black Sea near the Perşembe district of Ordu, Türkiye, drawing attention as residents captured the rare phenomenon on their phones. The waterspout appeared at sunset near Medreseönü and lasted several minutes. No…
Firehose-Like Blaze Rages in Western Türkiye
A massive forest fire that started in Sakarya’s Geyve district and spread to neighboring Bilecik due to strong winds continues to burn. General Director of Forestry Bekir Karacabey shared dramatic footage showing flames spiraling skyward…
Turkish Expatriates Return to Türkiye for Vacation in Joy
Expatriates from countries like Germany and France continue to arrive in Türkiye via the Kapıkule Border Gate for their annual leave. Despite the long journey, many say the excitement of returning home makes it worthwhile.
Numan…
Germany Signals Progress on Eurofighter Exports to Türkiye
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said they are "moving towards a good decision" on granting an export license for Eurofighter Typhoon jets to Türkiye, though no final decision has been made yet.
Merz met with British Prime Minister…
Village in Türkiye Hosts 32 Stork Nests
In Türkiye's Bursa province, Karaoğlan Village in the Mustafakemalpaşa district now hosts the highest number of stork nests in the region, boasting 32 nests—eight times more than the famous Eskikaraağaç "Stork Village."
Located on…
Snake Eating Mouse Startles Man Resting Under Tree in Türkiye
In Antalya, a shuttle driver resting in the shade was shocked to find a snake above him attempting to swallow a mouse.
Mustafa Çiftçi had pulled over to rest before an airport transfer. While sitting under a tree, he heard a strange noise…