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An earthquake struck 100 km from Istanbul

An earthquake with magnitude 4. 1-4.2 was recorded in the Sea of Marmara at a depth of 4-7 km. The epicenter was located near the island of Marmara, about 100 km from Istanbul. There were no reports of damage.

Society • July 20, 12:45 AM • 30989 views

The Ukrainian Navy shows how the Ukrainian corvette Hetman Ivan Mazepa is being tested at sea

The Hetman Ivan Mazepa, a multi-purpose corvette-class ship being built by Turkey for the Ukrainian Navy, is undergoing sea trials.

War • July 5, 01:37 PM • 25328 views

Geographically, the war may spread beyond Ukraine - Turkish Foreign Minister

The war started by Russia risks going beyond Ukraine's borders and may involve the use of weapons of mass destruction, Turkey's foreign minister said at the Global Peace Summit.

War • June 15, 06:07 PM • 127620 views

A residential building collapsed in Istanbul: 1 dead and 8 injured

A residential building collapsed in Istanbul, killing 1 person and injuring 8 others, raising concerns about the city's increased earthquake resistance.

Society • June 2, 06:36 PM • 61254 views

Putin issues a batch of cynical statements about “peace talks” with Ukraine and Zelensky's legitimacy

After his meeting with Belarusian dictator Alyaksandr Lukashenka, Putin made a number of statements to journalists. Some of them were devoted to "peace talks" with Ukraine.

War • May 24, 03:54 PM • 60763 views

Putin talks about war in China: he mentions Kharkiv and the peace summit

Putin said that Russia's actions in the Kharkiv region are aimed at creating a "sanitary zone" in response to Ukrainian shelling and rejected plans to seize Kharkiv.

War • May 17, 11:52 AM • 21761 views

"Absurd": Kuleba debunks "one of Russia's favorite lies" about peace talks in spring 2022

Kuleba debunked "one of Russia's favorite lies" about peace talks in the spring of 2022.

War • May 14, 02:22 PM • 22087 views

Stefanchuk arrives in Ankara on a working visit to discuss deepening cooperation with his Turkish counterpart Kurtulmuş

The Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, visited Ankara to meet with Turkish officials, including the Speaker of the Grand National Assembly, to discuss strategic cooperation, a formula for peace, and strengthening cooperation between the parliaments of Ukraine and Turkey.

Politics • May 14, 02:13 PM • 19160 views

Russia intensifies attempts to discredit the Ukrainian peace formula - CPJ

Russia has stepped up efforts to discredit Ukraine's peace formula, threatening military escalation and dismissing future peace talks as an "ultimatum" if the West intervenes on the battlefield.

War • May 14, 01:56 PM • 18554 views

Rehabilitation of children, internships for talented youth: Kiper shares details of online meeting with Istanbul Deputy Governor

Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Regional State Administration, held an online meeting with the Deputy Governor of Istanbul Province to discuss cooperation in such areas as children's health, medicine, IT technologies, youth internships, business missions and infrastructure projects.

Society • May 14, 12:57 PM • 15992 views

Turkey detains 41 people on suspicion of links to Islamic State

Turkish authorities have detained 41 people on suspicion of links to the Islamic State in a large-scale operation in 12 provinces.

News of the World • May 1, 11:22 AM • 15663 views

Lukashenko talks about ukraine again: Center for Countering Disinformation calls his statements part of the Kremlin's information campaign

Lukashenko's statements are part of the Kremlin's information campaign aimed at increasing tensions on Ukraine's northern border, according to the Ukrainian Center for Countering Disinformation.

War • April 25, 01:40 PM • 20194 views

Turkey detains 36 suspects in connection with ISIS

Turkey has detained 36 suspects in several cities on suspicion of links to ISIS, including financing, supplying medicines, and possession of illegal weapons and documents.

Society • April 22, 01:40 AM • 27078 views

Erdogan meets with Hamas political bureau chief in Istanbul

Turkish President Erdogan meets in Istanbul with Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh to discuss humanitarian aid for Gaza and ceasefire initiatives.

Politics • April 20, 11:21 PM • 29668 views

What do Lavrov's statements on the Ukrainian peace formula mean in Switzerland - explanation by the Disinformation Center

Russia continues to spread disinformation about peace talks with Ukraine in order to discredit any peace initiatives and gain time to gather forces for further aggression.

War • April 20, 03:41 AM • 33808 views

Kremlin says it will not stop fighting in Ukraine, even during peace talks

Russia will not stop fighting during peace talks with Ukraine. At the same time, Moscow does not believe in the possibility of negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

War • April 19, 01:00 PM • 17442 views

Istanbul and Greek parks to open for visitors in Odesa this weekend

Istanbul and Greek parks in Odesa will open this Saturday, April 20, along with the legendary Potemkin Stairs. However, traffic on Primorskaya Street is allowed only for vehicles, not for pedestrians

Society • April 16, 02:05 PM • 16213 views

Passed data to Russian special services: Russian agent who served in Zakarpattia for more than a year will stand trial

A Russian agent who served for more than a year in a border guard unit in Zakarpattia and passed information to Russian special services will stand trial for high treason and desertion.

War • April 15, 09:08 AM • 28457 views

Russia cannot be a partner in solving problems, because Russia is the problem - Kuleba

Russia cannot be a partner in solving problems, because Russia itself is a problem, as Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said during the Black Sea Security Conference.

War • April 15, 08:43 AM • 17033 views

Therapy dogs start working at Istanbul airport

Five therapy dogs have started working at Istanbul Airport to help relieve stress in anxious passengers by allowing them to interact with specially trained dogs at certain hours.

Society • April 14, 11:01 PM • 33804 views

Ukraine's non-aligned status and the "freeze" on the front line: Turkey proposes a new peace plan - rosmedia

Turkey has prepared a draft peace treaty that proposes a "freeze" on the front line and a non-aligned status for Ukraine to resolve the Ukrainian-russian war.

War • April 11, 02:01 PM • 29880 views

Ukraine and Turkey plan summit on food security - Ambassador Bodnar

Ukraine plans to hold a major food security summit in Turkey. This was discussed during the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Istanbul in March.

Economy • April 8, 08:23 AM • 26382 views

Turkey's mediation alone is not enough for negotiations with russia - Zelenskyy

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Turkey alone is not enough for Ukraine's negotiations with russia, and that a peace summit involving many countries is needed for mediation efforts.

War • April 6, 06:20 PM • 47009 views

Fire in Istanbul nightclub during renovations kills 29 people

At least 29 people were killed in a fire at the Masquerade underground nightclub in Istanbul, Turkey.

News of the World • April 3, 06:12 AM • 38379 views

Turkish opposition leader killed while celebrating victory in local elections

Turkish opposition leader Mehmet Palaz died after a balcony collapsed while celebrating his victory in the local elections.

Politics • April 2, 12:46 AM • 30889 views

Citizens of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan detained in Istanbul on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack

A citizen of Tajikistan, a member of ISIS codenamed Abu Ismail, and his accomplice from Kyrgyzstan were detained in Istanbul while preparing a terrorist attack, and police found weapons and disguises in their apartment.

Crimes and emergencies • April 1, 09:22 PM • 26144 views

Local elections in Turkey: Opposition stuns Erdogan with historic victory

Turkey's main opposition party, the CHP, has won major victories in Istanbul and Ankara, dealing a significant blow to President Erdogan's ruling AKP party in local elections.

News of the World • April 1, 06:54 AM • 26706 views

In Turkey, Imamoglu wins the election with a margin of 10% of the vote

Ekrem Imamoglu of the opposition Republican People's Party won the mayoral election in Istanbul with a 10% margin, dealing a serious blow to President Erdogan's ruling party.

Politics • March 31, 11:14 PM • 33741 views

Erdogan and Imamoglu are in a fierce struggle for control of Istanbul

In the municipal elections in Turkey on Sunday, President Erdogan and his main opponent Imamoglu will compete for control of the strategically important city of Istanbul.

Politics • March 31, 01:53 AM • 106534 views

Turkey declares fight against ISIS amid reports of moscow terrorists visiting Istanbul

Turkey has detained 147 people as part of its operations against ISIS, while reports have emerged that two suspects in the moscow terrorist attack visited Istanbul before the incident.

News of the World • March 27, 11:36 AM • 30222 views

BEB is investigating cases of tax evasion and smuggling in the field of electronics trade

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

Construction of the metro to Vynohradar: the developer responded whether the pipe breakthrough will affect the pace

World Football Day: victories and defeats of the Ukrainian national team in a year

The first hundred days of Trump's presidency: what they were remembered for and what to expect in the future

Behind the guise of science - the interests of a pharmaceutical giant: how the Academy of Legal Sciences covered up the pressure on the pharmacy business

Skulls and bones in a garbage dump in Kyiv's Podil district turned out to be archaeological artifacts - police

Relatives of those missing during the war will be able to apply at their place of residence: The Rada adopted the bill as a basis

Two teenagers fell from the 16th floor in Lviv: what is known

The head of the Hostomel military administration will perform the powers of the village head

Enemy information campaign to fuel panic: The National Security and Defense Council denied the fake about the preparation for the surrender of the city of Sumy

“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

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