TURKEY

Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Turkey Pushes for Peace Talks After Iran Conflict Escalates

Turkey is working with many groups to stop the fighting in Iran and bring back talks, said Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. He also mentioned that Ankara is talking with Oman about the same goal, as the Gulf country shares the aim of ending hostilities. The United States and Israel carried out air s

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Turkey Investigates Flag Burning Amid Border Tensions

Turkey is currently looking into reports of its flag being burned during protests near the Syrian border. These protests happened at the same time as fighting between Syrian government troops and Kurdish-led forces in northeast Syria. The Syrian army has been making progress in this area, which was

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

A Deadly Crash: Libya's Military Chief and Others Lose Their Lives in Turkey

A plane crash in Turkey has taken the lives of Libya's military chief and six others. The incident happened just after takeoff from Ankara, the country's capital. The plane, a Falcon 50 business jet, was heading back to Libya when it went down near the village of Kesikkavak. Turkish officials say th

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Trouble in the Black Sea: Ships Under Fire Amidst War

The Black Sea is heating up, and not just because of the weather. With the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, things are getting tense for ships sailing in these waters. The Turkish President, Tayyip Erdogan, has spoken out against recent attacks on commercial vessels. He made it clear that the

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Nov 30 2025RELIGION

Pope Leo's Respectful Visit to the Blue Mosque

Pope Leo made a significant stop at Istanbul's Blue Mosque during his first international trip. He showed respect by taking off his shoes, a common practice in many Muslim places of worship. However, he chose not to pray, focusing instead on exploring the mosque's vast interior, which can accommodat

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Nov 27 2025RELIGION

A New Pope's Journey to Turkey: Bridging Faiths and Cultures

Pope Leo XIV started his first international trip as pope in Turkey, a country where most people are Muslim. This visit is important because it shows that Leo wants to connect with people of different faiths and work together with other Christian groups. During his four-day stay, he plans to meet wi

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

A Chat Between Leaders: Erdogan and Pope Leo Talk Peace

Turkish President Erdogan had a chat with Pope Leo in Ankara. They talked about big issues like peace in the Middle East and Ukraine. Erdogan liked what the Pope said about the Palestinian situation. He thinks the Pope is smart to push for a two-state solution. This means creating two countries, one

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Nov 27 2025RELIGION

Pope Leo's Big Trip: What's on His Agenda?

Pope Leo is making his first trip abroad since becoming the leader of the Catholic Church. He's heading to Turkey and Lebanon, and everyone's watching to see what he'll say. This is a big deal because it's his first chance to show the world his thoughts on global issues. Leo picked Turkey for a rea

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Nov 26 2025LIFESTYLE

Thanksgiving Turkeys: A Look at the Numbers Behind Your Meal

This year, turkey lovers might notice a difference in their Thanksgiving meal. The number of turkeys in the U. S. has dropped to a 40-year low. Why? Two big reasons: bird flu and another disease called avian metapneumovirus. These illnesses have made it harder for farmers to raise turkeys. Larry Dol

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Thanksgiving Turkeys Get a Second Chance

President Donald Trump made news on Tuesday, not just for pardoning two turkeys, but also for hinting at a potential peace deal between Ukraine and Russia. The two turkeys, Gobble and Waddle, raised on a small farm in North Carolina, won't be ending up on anyone's dinner table this Thanksgiving. Ins

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