Destinations
Hiding in plain sight: Türkiye’s most surprising destinations
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With all of its cultural richness, layered history and varied topography, Türkiye is a true Tardis of experiences. Somewhere between the bustling cities and quaint fishing villages, intrepid travellers can uncover a treasure trove of wonders.
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Culture news
Hollywood's 'Odyssey' craze turns eyes to Türkiye: Did Homer compose his epics in Izmir?
As Christopher Nolan’s 'The Odyssey' reignited the age-old debate over Homer’s origins, the spotlight turns to Izmir. In an exclusive interview, archaeologist Prof. Aylin Ümit Erdem weighs in on the ancient clues linking the bard to Izmir and why direct physical proof remains an open quest.
Europe News
EU-backed electricity link to Cyprus stalls amid regional tensions
The nearly €2 billion Great Sea Interconnector subsea cable would connect Cyprus to the EU's electricity system and end Nicosia's energy isolation. However, Turkey's maritime ambitions and financing issues have been stalling the project, which was meant to become operational in 2024.
USA
Trump confirms Secret Service took him off Air Force One in Turkey
“They wanted me to go on a different flight, a different plane,” Trump told reporters after returning from an event in Ohio. “I guess there was a threat out there. I didn’t really ask too much about it,” he said. “I get a lot of threats.”
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan seal defence pact
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met in Mecca Friday to formalise a joint agreement. The landmark pact aims to strengthen regional security ties following escalations from the US-Iran conflict.
Turkey
Iraq wants to supply 1m oil barrels a day to Turkey amid Hormuz crisis
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Zeydi visited Ankara for his first talks with Erdoğan since taking office, offering to supply Turkey with 1 million barrels of oil per day as Ankara seeks to reduce its dependence on disrupted Gulf routes.