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Turkey: 4 dead, 30 missing as migrant boat sinks off western coast

The boat sank off the coast of Izmir province, the ministry said in a statement, adding that search and rescue operations were underway to find the missing people.

Oct 10, 2018, 14:53 PM IST

John Bolton remarks proof US targeting Turkey in economic war - Erdogan spokesman

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan`s spokesman said on Wednesday remarks by the US National Security Adviser regarding Turkey`s economic situation were proof that the US administration is targeting a NATO ally as part of an economic war.

Aug 23, 2018, 06:57 AM IST

Options: China, India, South Korea, Japan! Yet contestant fails to answer 'where is the Great Wall of China'

Ayhan was left embarrassed after she failed to answer where 'The Great Wall of China Is?'.

Aug 09, 2018, 17:26 PM IST

Turkey marks second coup anniversary

Turkey on Sunday commemorated the second anniversary of a bloody coup attempt which was followed by a series of purges in the public sector and changes to boost President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's powers.

Jul 15, 2018, 19:26 PM IST

24 killed, over 100 injured as train derails in Turkey after heavy rain

Twenty-four people were killed in northwest Turkey when five carriages of a train headed for Istanbul derailed following heavy rain and a landslide, state broadcaster TRT Haber quoted Deputy Prime Minister Recep Akdag as saying on Monday.

Jul 09, 2018, 11:23 AM IST

10 killed, dozens injured in Turkey train derailment

Reports said the surrounding area was muddy due to recent rains and the ground beneath the rails may have subsided away, causing the train to derail.

Jul 09, 2018, 06:05 AM IST

Tayyip Erdogan promises to 'transform Turkey' after victory in landmark elections

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's victory means he will remain president at least until 2023 - the centenary of the founding of the Turkish republic on the ashes of the Ottoman Empire by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.

Jun 25, 2018, 23:17 PM IST

Russia held to 1-1 draw by Turkey in final friendly before World Cup

World Cup hosts Russia squandered the lead to draw 1-1 with Turkey in Moscow on Tuesday, extending their winless streak to seven matches in their last friendly before the tournament kicks off next week.

Jun 06, 2018, 10:05 AM IST

Turkey's Fenerbahce elect Ali Koc as chairman

Turkey`s Fenerbahce elected businessman Ali Koc as chairman for the next three years, the club said on Sunday.

Jun 04, 2018, 08:40 AM IST

Nine migrants drown off Turkey's Mediterranean coast: State media

Nine migrants seeking to head to Europe in a speedboat drowned today when the vessel sank off Turkey's Mediterranean coast, state media reports said.

Jun 03, 2018, 13:48 PM IST

Tunisia concern over striker Wahbi Khazri's fitness for World Cup

Tunisia's highly-rated attacker Wahbi Khazri will sit out a second successive World Cup warm-up match on Friday, raising concerns over his readiness for this month's tournament in Russia.

Jun 01, 2018, 17:05 PM IST

Nora Fatehi's dance moves inspired from Belly Dancer Didem

Didem is well known for her outfits and Nora wanted her costumes in the song to use some of those styles and cuts.

Jun 01, 2018, 12:41 PM IST

Turkey and Israel expel envoys over Gaza violence

Turkey told Israel`s ambassador to leave the country on Tuesday after Israeli forces killed 60 Palestinians during protests on the Gaza border.

May 16, 2018, 00:49 AM IST

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan declares early elections on June 24

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday called snap elections for June 24.

Apr 19, 2018, 00:48 AM IST

Turkish plane with 11 on board crashes in Iran

A Turkish jet with 11 people on board crashed in the suburban area of Iran's western city of Shehr-e Kord on Sunday, the media reported.

Mar 11, 2018, 23:00 PM IST

News 50: Saudi Arabia, China and Turkey takes side of Pakistan in FATF meet

Saudi Arabia, China and Turkey takes side of Pakistan in FATF meet in Paris. Watch video to know more.

Feb 23, 2018, 09:51 AM IST

Syria pro-government forces enter Afrin to aid Kurds against Turkey

Pro-Syrian government forces entered Syria`s northwestern Afrin region on Tuesday to help a Kurdish militia there fend off a Turkish assault.

Feb 21, 2018, 00:41 AM IST

Turkey warns US to make or break strained ties

Turkey on Monday warned the United States it was time to either make or break ties between the NATO allies that have strained badly over the Turkish operation in Syria, days ahead of key talks with Washington`s top diplomat.

Feb 12, 2018, 16:26 PM IST

President Donald Trump's senior advisor visits Turkey

The White House said on Sunday that a senior advisor of US President Donald Trump visited Turkey on February 10 and 11 amid escalating tensions of the two NATO allies over Turkey`s attack in Afrin, Syria.

Feb 12, 2018, 09:52 AM IST