Hurricane Maria floods Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico
The storm hit at a time of financial troubles in Puerto Rico, which is facing the largest municipal debt crisis in US history.
Sep 22, 2017, 00:00 AM IST
Turkey wants concrete date for European Union visa liberalisation
Turkey's foreign minister says a final proposal has been prepared regarding visa-free travel in Europe for Turkish citizens, an issue that has led to major tensions between Ankara and Brussels.
Jan 15, 2017, 10:36 AM IST
Most Turks think it's impossible for Turkey to join EU
According to a survey published on Wednesday in the Turkish press, about 64 per cent of Turks consider it will be impossible for their country to join the European Union (EU) as a full member, compared to 22 per cent who believe there is a possibility.
Sep 21, 2016, 21:58 PM IST
Recep Tayyip Erdogan urges Turks to defend state after coup `foiled`
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged Turks to remain on the streets on Saturday, as his forces regained control after a spectacular coup bid by discontented soldiers that claimed more than 250 lives.
Jul 16, 2016, 15:40 PM IST
Defending migrant deal, EU seeks end of visas for Turks
The European Union asked member states on Wednesday to grant visa-free travel to Turks in return for Ankara stopping migrants reaching Europe but it insisted Turkey must still change some laws and said it would get no "free ride".
May 05, 2016, 00:02 AM IST
12 injured in scuffle at Turkish vote in Tokyo embassy
At least 12 people were injured in a scuffle between Turks and ethnic Kurds as hundreds of Turkish citizens gathered on Sunday at their embassy in Tokyo to vote in a general election, reports said.
Oct 25, 2015, 16:53 PM IST
