Turkey

How will the local elections in Turkey affect the Middle East?

The vote was, in essence, a choice between an authoritarian religious party and parties representing a tradition of secular nationalism.

Police officers arrive the scene after a fire broke out aat a nightclub in Istanbul, Turkey April 2,

Daytime fire kills 29 people at Istanbul nightclub

Fire engulfs Masquerade nightclub in central Istanbul, at least 29 workers killed.

By REUTERS
02/04/2024
 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan looks on as he delivers statements, in Budapest, Hungary

'Anti-Israel talk was for political reasons': Turkey looking to improve relations with Israel

A Turkish diplomat said President Erdogan was attacking Israel due to "political considerations in the local elections in Turkey."

02/04/2024
 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan looks on as he delivers statements, in Budapest, Hungary

Turkey's resurgent opposition thumps Erdogan in pivotal local elections

Sunday votes in Turkey resulted in the most significant blow to President Tayyip Erdogan and his party, reinforcing Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu as his main political rival.

By REUTERS
01/04/2024
 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan looks on as he delivers statements, in Budapest, Hungary

Battle for Istanbul: Mayor Imamoglu seeks to upend Erdogan's hold in pivotal local vote

Turkey's nationwide local elections are on Sunday. The top prize, Istanbul, is seen as a bellwether for the opposition’s chances of taking power away from President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in four years.

By KRISTINA JOVANOVSKI/THE MEDIA LINE
28/03/2024

What’s behind Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ‘firm’ support for Hamas?

Erdogan is ramping up his pro-Hamas rhetoric ahead of Turkey’s local elections on March 31, according to M. Hakan Yavuz, a professor of political science at the University of Utah.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
27/03/2024

Turkey's central bank delivers bold rate hike amid inflation concerns

The sharp rate increase sparked a rally for the Turkish lira, which appreciated as much as 2%. 

By THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
24/03/2024

Ongoing war proves Israel must establish energy independence

While we continue to fight for the return of the abductees and the restoration of stability in the region, we must also deal with the economic challenges that the war created.

By ROI PERETZ
24/03/2024

Turkey and Gulf states to launch talks for free trade pact

After years of tension, Turkey launched a diplomatic charm offensive in 2020 to mend ties with Gulf countries, namely the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia.

By REUTERS
21/03/2024

Don't be ripped off: This is to will pay half price for brands you like

Discover how to shop in Turkey for your favorite brands at half the price, all without the expenses of traveling and excess baggage fees with Yollando's shipping service.

20/03/2024
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