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Iranians Visiting Türkiye Say Iran Death Toll Higher Than Official Figures
As protests and internal unrest continue in Iran, Iranian tourists entering Türkiye through the Kapıköy Border Crossing said the death toll may be higher than official figures. Visitors staying briefly in Van reported internet…
Snow Blankets Harput in Türkiye
Heavy snowfall has blanketed the historic Harput neighborhood in Elazığ, eastern Türkiye, following meteorological warnings. Located about 1,200 meters above sea level, Harput’s historic landmarks were covered in snow, creating…
Three Macaques Seized in Türkiye’s Bursa
The Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry announced that three macaque monkeys illegally kept in Bursa have been taken into protective custody. The animals were identified during inspections by nature protection teams and transferred…
Snowfall Covers Çamlıca Hill in Istanbul
Heavy snowfall affected Istanbul throughout the morning, quickly blanketing large parts of the city. In Çamlıca Hill, one of Istanbul’s highest points, snow covered roads, trees, and viewing areas, creating striking winter scenes.…
Snowfall Transforms Abant Lake in Türkiye
Abant Lake National Park in Bolu, northwestern Türkiye, turned into a winter landscape after heavy snowfall covered the area in white. Aerial footage showed snow-covered forests, flowing streams, and ducks swimming on the lake,…
Elderly Craftsman Keeps Basket Weaving Alive in Türkiye
An 88-year-old man in the Gülyalı district of Ordu, northern Türkiye, continues basket weaving decades after learning the craft as a child using hazelnut branches. Haki Atasever said he once supported his family through basket…
Snow Turns Yaralıgöz Mountain Into Winter Scenery in Türkiye
Heavy snowfall created postcard-like views on Yaralıgöz Mountain in Kastamonu, northern Türkiye, where snow depth exceeded 1.5 meters at elevations of 1,250 meters. Drone footage showed snow-covered wooden houses and forests,…
Roe Deer Spotted Searching for Food in Snowy Kastamonu Türkiye
Two roe deer were filmed searching for food in a snow-covered forest in the Şenpazar district of Kastamonu, Türkiye, after heavy snowfall hit the region. The animals were spotted in the Kastamonu section of the Küre Mountains…
Türkiye Calls for Pressure on Israel Over Gaza Aid
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the international community must pressure Israel to allow sufficient food and shelter into Gaza, calling current aid levels inadequate. Speaking to Portugal’s RTP, Fidan said, “We cannot allow a…
Fog and Sunrise Highlight Selimiye Mosque in Türkiye
Morning fog covered the city center of Edirne in northwestern Türkiye, forming striking views around its historic landmarks. The minarets and dome of the Selimiye Mosque appeared through the mist as sunlight reflected off the structure,…