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Historic Ottoman Pool Discovered During Mosque Restoration in Türkiye
During ongoing restoration work at the Muradiye Mosque in Bursa, Türkiye, an octagonal pool believed to be 600 years old was unearthed. The historic water feature was originally commissioned by Sultan Murad II and remained hidden…
Early Flamingo Migration Enlivens Lake Van in Türkiye
Known as the elegant visitors of the region, flocks of flamingos arrived earlier than usual this March at the Lake Van basin in Van, Türkiye. The vast wetlands serve as a crucial stopover for thousands of migratory birds traveling from…
Millions of Storks Migrate Through Türkiye Every Spring
Every spring, millions of storks embark on a grueling journey from South Africa, with approximately 90 percent of European storks choosing to cross the strait in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Fikret Can, an 81-year-old researcher…
Rehearsal Flights in Türkiye for Balkan Martyrs
Ahead of the Balkan Martyrs Commemoration Day, military rehearsal flights took to the skies over Edirne, Türkiye, drawing the attention of local residents. F-16 fighter jets and Bayraktar Akıncı drones flew around the historic…
Fog Shrouds Istanbul’s Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge
Dense evening fog enveloped Istanbul's iconic Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, creating a breathtaking and captivating atmosphere across the city's skyline. As the mist blended with the blue hues of the evening, large sections of the…
Wolves and Wild Goats Spotted in Türkiye
Wild goats and wolves have been captured on film roaming the snow-capped peaks of the Aladağlar Mountains in southern Türkiye.
The rare footage, recorded by local guide Mehmet Şenol, shows mountain goats foraging for food in the…
Türkiye-Iran Border Crossing Stays Calm in Eid Amid War
The Esendere Border Crossing in Yüksekova, Hakkari, Türkiye, remained unusually quiet during Eid al-Fitr amid rising tensions between the USA, Israel and Iran. Security measures were raised to the highest level, and restrictions were…
Eid Prayer Brings Together Locals and Students in Sivas, Türkiye
Eid prayers were held at the historic Kale Mosque in Sivas, Türkiye, bringing together local residents and international students. Despite rainy weather, worshippers gathered early in the morning and filled the centuries-old mosque.…
Turkish Restaurant Owner Donates Ramadan Proceeds to Gaza
A restaurant owner in Bursa, Türkiye, donated 290,000 TL (6500 USD), the proceeds from 29 days of Ramadan, to people in need in Palestine. Maşallah Kocaman handed over the funds to the Palestine House Association, saying Gaza…
Erdoğan Shares Eid Message Emphasizing Unity and Security in Türkiye
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said in an Eid video message that Türkiye remains safe and continues to move forward with determination. “Let none of my citizens have the slightest doubt. Türkiye is safe and in secure hands,” he…