19

Jun

NATO to investigate Mediterranean incident between French, Turkish warships

NATO will investigate French accusations that Turkey's navy failed to respond to an allied call to inspect a vessel this month in the Mediterranean, the alliance chief said on Thursday,…

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18

Jun

Photo Story: Eating out in times of pandemic in Turkey

Customers sit inside social distancing domes Turkce Meze restaurant in Istanbul, Turkey. Turkey re-opens restaurants, cafes, parks, beaches, lifts inter-city travel bans as the country eases coronavirus restrictions amid the…

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18

Jun

Turkey discusses lasting ceasefire during Libya visit

Senior Turkish officials discussed a lasting ceasefire and political solution in Libya, as well as energy cooperation, during a visit to Tripoli on Wednesday, Turkey's foreign minister said. Mevlut Cavusoglu,…

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18

Jun

Reports Turkish warship harassed French ship off the coast of Libya

A senior Turkish military official said on it was "completely untrue" that the Turkish navy had harassed a French warship, denying an assertion by a French official. Earlier on Wednesday,…

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17

Jun

Turkish warplanes strike Kurdish targets in northern Iraq

Turkey’s Defence Ministry said its warplanes struck Kurdish militant targets in northern Iraq’s Haftanin region on Wednesday, the second such operation launched against the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) in recent…

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17

Jun

Jump in coronavirus cases rattles Turkish officials

Turkey may have to adopt a harder line on social interactions following a worrying jump in coronavirus infections but it has no plans to reverse an easing of lockdown restrictions…

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14

Jun

5.7 magnitude earthquake in Turkey

An earthquake with a 5.7 magnitude shook Bingol province in eastern Turkey on Sunday, causing the collapse of a military observation tower which injured three people, Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu…

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14

Jun

Turkish-Russian talks on Libya and Syria postponed

Russia and Turkey have postponed ministerial-level talks which were expected to focus on Libya and Syria, where the two countries support opposing sides in long-standing conflicts. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut…

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14

Jun

Infections in Turkey on the rise again

The number of new coronavirus cases in Turkey rose to 1,459 in the last 24 hours from 1,195 a day earlier, health ministry data showed on Saturday. Infections have been…

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12

Jun

Turkish Airlines to resume flights to China, U.S. in June

Turkish Airlines will resume some international flights this month to China, South Korea and the United States among other destinations, the airline said on Friday, a day after it began…

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11

Jun

Turkey restarts international flights

Turkey has restarted international flights for the first time since planes were grounded on March 28 to stem the coronavirus pandemic. A plane belonging to Anadolu Jet, a subsidiary of…

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10

Jun

Turkey dismisses Egyptian proposal for Libya ceasefire

Turkey on Wednesday dismissed Egypt's proposal for a ceasefire in Libya, saying the plan aimed to save Khalifa Haftar after the collapse of his offensive to control the capital Tripoli,…

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10

Jun

Turkey relaxes coronavirus restrictions further

President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday Turkey was largely lifting stay-at-home orders for people aged over 65 and for children as part of a further easing of restrictions imposed to…

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05

Jun

UPDATED: Erdogan backtracks on weekend lockdown after public backlash

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Friday backtracked on extending weekend lockdowns following a public backlash, but warned about a rise in the number of daily coronavirus cases. Turkey re-opened cafes,…

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05

Jun

Turkey vows more support to secure gains in Libya conflict

President Tayyip Erdogan vowed on Thursday to ramp up Turkey's support for its ally in Libya to lock in recent military gains, and promised joint exploration for oil at sea following talks…

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04

Jun

Turkey says to gradually resume flights with 40 countries in June

Turkey plans to resume flights with around 40 countries in June and has reached preliminary agreements for reciprocal air travel with 15 countries, Transport Minister Adil Karaismailoglu said on Thursday.…

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03

Jun

Turkish Airlines to start flights from 6 European countries on June 18

Turkish Airlines said on Tuesday it will start direct flights from 16 cities in six European countries to 14 cities in Anatolia as of June 18, including new routes it…

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01

Jun

Turkey re-opens restaurants, parks as it eases coronavirus measures

Turkey re-opens restaurants, cafes and parks on Monday and lifts inter-city travel curbs as the country eases restrictions taken to fight the coronavirus outbreak. President Tayyip Erdogan's government has been…

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31

May

Turkey says may begin oil exploration under Libya deal in three-four months

Turkey may begin oil exploration in the eastern Mediterranean within three or four months under a deal it signed with Libya that was condemned by others in the region including…

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29

May

Photo Story: Drive-in cinema in Istanbul amid coronavirus pandemic

People sit in their cars and watch a movie at the car park of CarrefourSA market in Istanbul, Turkey, amid the ongoing pandemic of the COVID-19 disease caused by the…

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29

May

Gradual re-opening in Turkey from June 1

Turkey will lift restrictions on intercity travel and allow restaurants, cafes, parks and sports facilities to reopen from June 1 as it eases restrictions imposed to curb the coronavirus outbreak, President…

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24

May

EPA’s Eye in the Sky:  Istanbul, Turkey

An aerial picture taken by a drone shows Galata Tower during the curfew to prevent the spread of COVID-19, in Istanbul, Turkey.   Via EPA-EFE/TOLGA BOZOGLU

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21

May

Turkey says attacks on its interests in Libya will have grave consequences

Turkey's foreign ministry warned on Thursday of grave consequences if General Khalifa Haftar's forces attacked Turkish interests in Libya. The ministry's spokesman said that Turkey, which backs Libya's internationally recognised…

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20

May

Turkey imposes additional import tariffs on more than 800 items

Turkey has imposed an additional tariff of up to 30% on imports of more than 800 items including work and agriculture machinery, a statement on the Official Gazette showed on…

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19

May

EU Council condemns Turkey drilling operation

The European Council criticised decisions by Turkey to dispatch a drilling ship to within Cyprus’ Exclusive Economic Zone and accused Ankara of breaching international law. In a statement, the EU…

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17

May

Turkish Petroleum seeking Libya exploration permit

Turkish Petroleum (TPAO) has applied to Libya for an exploration permit in the eastern Mediterranean, Turkey's Anadolu Agency reported. Exploration will begin as soon as the process is completed. Turkish Energy Minister…

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16

May

Turkish mask…

A man wearing a protective face mask walks in front of the Turkish flag amid the ongoing coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic in Istanbul, Turkey, 15 May 2020. Turkish President Recep Tayip…

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15

May

Turkey seeks global funding to avoid second currency crisis

Turkey's government has appealed to foreign allies in an urgent search for funding, three senior Turkish officials said, as it prepares defences against what analysts fear could be a second…

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13

May

Turkey accuses the UAE of spreading chaos in Middle East

Turkey accused the United Arab Emirates of bringing chaos to the Middle East through its interventions in Libya and Yemen, allegations which are likely to inflame tensions between the regional…

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11

May

Turkey unveils plan to revive tourism with health and hygiene certificates

  Turkey has unveiled a plan to revive tourism by giving travellers, resorts and employees seals of approval in a programme meant to jumpstart a crucial industry hit hard by…

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11

May

Turkey labels forces of Libyan General Khalifa Haftar “legitimate targets”

Turkey said on Sunday it would deem the forces of Libyan General Khalifa Haftar “legitimate targets” if what it termed their attacks on its interests and diplomatic missions in Libya…

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09

May

Turkey imposes fresh weekend curfew

Turkey has imposed a fresh weekend curfew in 24 cities and provinces. Residents of Ankara and Istanbul were among those ordered to stay home from midnight Friday. Only bakeries, pharmacies and…

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08

May

Gratitude at health services expressed by Turkish national involved in accident in Malta

A Turkish national, heavily injured in a motorbike accident in Malta, expressed his gratitude to Turkey and Malta for helping him return home. The Turkish news agency, Anadolu reports that…

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07

May

Turkey records highest number of new cases in a week

  Turkey has recorded its highest number of new Covid-19 positives since April 30 with 2,253 new cases in the last 24 hours, according to the latest figures by the…

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29

Apr

Turkey extends closure of schools to end of May

Turkey has extended the closure of schools until the end of May as part of its measures to combat the spread of the coronavirus, Education Minister Ziya Selcuk said on…

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25

Apr

ANZAC Day services cancelled amid coronavirus pandemic in Turkey

ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) Day Dawn Services are cancelled this year due to ongoing coronavirus social distancing measures. Anzac Day, held annually on 25 April, is a…

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23

Apr

Turkey begins 4-day coronavirus curfew

Turkey began enforcing a four-day curfew in 31 provinces as of midnight Wednesday to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus. The curfew notice, sent in a circular by the…

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15

Apr

Greeks fear migrant arrivals from Turkey

Over the weekend various Greek media outlets have reported that a high number of migrants are being allowed to gather on the western coasts of Turkey in preparation to sail…

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13

Apr

New lockdown to be imposed in Turkey next weekend

Turkey will impose a fresh lockdown next weekend as part of measures to halt the spread of the coronavirus, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday, after a 48-hour curfew in…

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12

Apr

Turkey allegedly has a plan to push migrants infected with the coronavirus to cross into Greece and other parts of Europe

Greek authorities were reported to have found out that numerous migrants in Turkey have been concentrating in the country's western seaside towns, as if ready to cross into neighboring Greece's…

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11

Apr

Two-day lockdown imposed in much of Turkey, Ankara stops all international flights

Istanbul, Ankara and other major Turkish cities locked down for two days from midnight on Friday to combat the spread of the coronavirus under an Interior Ministry order, as the…

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08

Apr

Turkey to track mobiles to ensure Covid-positive persons stay home

As the infection and death rate continue to increase at alarming rate in Turkey, the Government of the South Eastern European nation has given itself ample powers in its bid…

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08

Apr

Turkey has world’s fastest rising infection rate

Turkey’s number of coronavirus infections is increasing by more than 3,000 a day, reaching 30,217 since the first case was confirmed four weeks ago. Reported fatalities remain much lower than…

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05

Apr

Turkey’s coronavirus death toll rises above 500

Confirmed coronavirus cases in Turkey rose by more than 3,000 to 23,934 on Saturday with deaths related to COVID-19 rising by 76 to 501 people, Heath Minister Fahrettin Koca said…

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02

Apr

Photo story: Turkish helping hand to Italy and Spain

The arrival of a plane from Turkey with medical aid for the Coronavirus' emergency, Rome, Italy, 01 April 2020. Turkey has sent military aircraft delivering medical aid and supplies to…

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02

Apr

Turkey’s coronavirus death toll rises

Turkey’s death toll from the coronavirus outbreak increased by 63 to 277 on Tuesday, its highest rise yet, while the number of confirmed cases from the disease rose by 2,148…

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31

Mar

A total of 168 persons die in Turkey

As many as 37 more people died of the novel coronavirus in Turkey in the past 24 hours, according to figures released by the country's Health Ministry on Monday, bringing…

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31

Mar

Truckers blocked on border between Bulgaria and Turkey

A column of waiting trucks wanting to cross the border between Bulgaria and Turkey, in the village of Kapitan Andreevo, Bulgaria, 25 March 2020. A record number of drivers and…

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28

Mar

Turkey halts intercity trains, limits domestic flights

Turkey halted all intercity trains and limited domestic flights on Saturday as part of measures to contain a fast-growing coronavirus outbreak, as the number of cases jumped by a third…

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25

Mar

Coronavirus death toll in Turkey surpasses 44 victims

Turkey confirmed seven more deaths from coronavirus on late Tuesday, bringing the total number of fatalities to 44. A total of 3,952 coronavirus tests have been conducted in the last…

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23

Mar

Turkish Airlines says 85% of its passenger planes idle

  Turkish Airlines’ board chairman said on Sunday that 85% of the carrier’s passenger planes were not being used at the moment, after Turkey banned flights from more than 60…

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18

Mar

Turkey confirms first CoVid19 death

Turkey confirmed its first death from the coronavirus late Tuesday, according to its health minister. Anadolu News Agency said that a patient, 89, died while 51 additional cases were diagnosed,…

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16

Mar

Turkey reports new cases of coronavirus, bars and nightclubs ordered to close

Turkey reported 12 new cases of the virus on Monday, its highest daily rise since the country announced its first case last week. Two of the new cases were related…

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14

Mar

Turkey closes border to passengers from 9 countries

Turkey announced late Friday it will close all border gates to passengers coming from nine European countries to fight the coronavirus outbreak. An authorization letter signed by Turkish Interior Minister…

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13

Mar

Turkey confirms 2nd coronavirus case

  Turkey’s health minister announced on Friday another case of the coronavirus (COVID-19), only the second case seen in the country. “He is from the immediate circle of our first…

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13

Mar

Traffickers behind Alan Kurdi death get 125 years

Three organizers of the human trafficking ring which led to the death of Syrian toddler Aylan Kurdi, in a case which made headlines worldwide, were sentenced in Turkey Friday to…

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11

Mar

Turkey’s Erdogan likens Greek authorities to Nazis for returning migrants

  Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that there was "no difference" between the Nazis and the Greek authorities forcibly repelling thousands of migrants seeking to reach Greece…

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