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Greek Coast Guard Harasses Turkish Fisherman
A Turkish fisherman was harassed by the Greek Coast Guard while operating in international waters near the Giraffe Rocks, located between Türkiye's Gökçeada district and Greece's Samothrace in the Aegean Sea. Fisherman İlker…
Migratory Storks Return to Marshland in Central Türkiye
The Hürmetçi Marshland in Hacılar, Kayseri, Türkiye, has come alive this spring with the return of migratory storks, signaling the reawakening of its vibrant ecosystem. Recognized internationally for its ecological significance,…
Turkish Navy Concludes Drills in the Mediterranean
The Turkish Navy has commenced the final live-firing phase of its extensive Blue Homeland-2026 exercise in the open waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Spanning across the Black Sea, Aegean Sea, and Eastern Mediterranean, the week-long drills…
Traditional ‘Ehlibilir’ Cookie Charms Visitors in Türkiye
In the historic city of Çankırı, Türkiye, the traditional "Ehlibilir cookie" has become a major culinary attraction for both domestic and international tourists. Officially granted a geographical indication certificate in 2022,…
Towering April Snowdrifts in Van, Türkiye
The eastern Turkish city of Van is currently experiencing a striking geographical phenomenon, hosting two distinct seasons simultaneously. High in the mountains at the 3,000-meter Karabet Pass, harsh winter conditions persist into…
Gunfire Near Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Gunfire erupted near the Israeli Consulate in the Levent neighborhood of Beşiktaş, Istanbul, prompting a massive and immediate police response. Security forces quickly intervened in the incident, resulting in three suspects being…
Foraging Bears Cause Panic in Mount Uludağ, Türkiye
A family of bears recently awakened from hibernation caused a brief scare when they descended near a residential area in the Sarıalan region of Mount Uludağ, Türkiye, to search for food. Local residents noticed the hungry animals…
Historic Lamb Reunion Marks Spring in Eastern Türkiye
In the Patnos district of Ağrı, eastern Türkiye, the centuries-old "lamb reunion" tradition has brought vibrant scenes to the region as spring arrives. Local flock owners carefully bring newborn lambs to the ewes twice a day, allowing the…
Blood Moon Spectacle in Western Türkiye
Skywatchers recently gathered to witness a stunning total lunar eclipse, widely known as a "Blood Moon." This rare astronomical event was clearly visible to the naked eye across Muğla, Türkiye, as the moon passed entirely into the…
AKINCI Drone Tests New Smart Bomb Kit
Türkiye’s Bayraktar AKINCI combat drone has successfully test-fired the domestically developed Winged Guidance Kit 82 (KGK 82), further expanding its advanced operational capabilities. The unmanned aerial vehicle took off from a flight test…