: In a recent declaration, the hacker group Anonymous claimed responsibility for cyberattacks against Turkey’s governmental infrastructure, citing opposition to what they describe as oppressive measures by President Erdoğan’s regime.
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Turkey is facing a tourism downturn as rising costs drive budget-conscious travelers to choose Greece instead. With hotels in popular destinations seeing fewer bookings, experts warn that Turkey’s reputation as an affordable holiday spot is at risk. While some discounts are being offered, inflation remains a major challenge, though there’s hope for recovery as the economy stabilizes.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s recent comments on Jerusalem raise significant questions about Turkey’s sovereignty over Istanbul. While his government claims to protect religious heritage, Erdoğan’s actions, such as the conversion of major Christian landmarks into mosques, tell a different story. These moves not only challenge the status of Jerusalem but also highlight concerns about religious freedom and minority rights within Turkey. As discussions on Jerusalem’s status unfold, the international community may reconsider its stance on Istanbul’s sovereignty.
Tensions in Istanbul’s City Council exploded into a brawl between councillors from President Erdoğan’s AKP and Mayor İmamoğlu’s CHP. The clash follows the government’s removal of opposition mayors accused of PKK links, sparking fears of a broader crackdown on political rivals.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew is hopeful about the reopening of the Halki School of Theology after positive talks with the Turkish government. Closed since 1971, the school is set for revival with backing from President Erdogan.
A CNN Travel article celebrating the Panagia Sumela Monastery in Turkey has sparked outrage among Pontic Greek communities for allegedly whitewashing history and promoting Turkish propaganda. Critics accuse the article of ignoring the forced conversion and persecution of Pontic Greeks under Ottoman rule, as well as the Turkish government’s ongoing restrictions on religious freedom.
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Government spokesperson Yannis Economou blasted Ankara’s provocations and their targeting of a governor from northern…
Turkish hackers have reportedly attacked Greek football club Prometheus Patras website and left a threatening…
Turkish government officially requests usage of ‘Türkiye’ instead of ‘Turkey’ in international arena
The Turkish government has proceeded with an official submission to the United Nations and other…
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs reacted strongly to Greek Foreign Affairs Minister Nikos Dendias…
The daily number of Covid-19 cases in Turkey yesterday exceeded 30,000 for the first time…
Turkish authorities have reportedly moved to sell two ancient, Greek and Assyrian churches according to…
A group of U.S. lawmakers published a letter on Thursday calling on the U.S. Commission on International…
The Turkish newspaper Hürriyet reported on October 19 that the Santa Ruins archeological site has been registered as a “fragile area to be protected” leading some to conclude that “The Turkish government seems to have “perfected” the “art” of violating or destroying the region’s exceedingly rich cultural heritage built by the indigenous peoples of the land that Turkey largely exterminated about a hundred years ago.”
Turkey made 33 violations against Greece’s airspace on Wednesday despite the Turkish lira tumbling against…
The Turkish government secretly ran surveillance on Greek nationals who visited a historic Christian Orthodox…
Turkish pro-government daily Daily Sabah, has published another article targeting Greece with falsities, historical inaccuracies…
About six Turkish cargo ships preparing to smuggle illegal immigrants to Greek islands have been…