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Turkey MPs back historic law on reintegrating Kurdish militants

ISTANBUL - Turkish lawmakers on Monday voted through a bill offering limited amnesty for Kurdish PKK militants, a key step in the peace process that seeks to end decades of deadly violence.

Bangkok Post · Aug 10

Kurdish PKK criticises Turkey bill on fate of its fighters

ISTANBUL - Outlawed Kurdish group the PKK on Sunday criticised a proposed Turkish law setting out the fate of its fighters after disarmament, a day before parliament prepares to consider it.

Bangkok Post · Aug 9

How Trabzonspor shocked Turkish rivals to make Mohamed Salah their Black Sea saviour

Never before has a big name rejected Istanbul, but Trabzonspor, a club on the rise, offered Mohamed Salah more than riches

The Guardian - UK · Aug 9

I thought my life would feel sorted when I turned 40. It doesn’t – and that’s OK

Born in the former East Germany, I was caught between two systems. But it’s a mistake to think of the ‘in-between’ as life’s waiting room, says writer Carolin Würfel

The Guardian - UK · Jul 28

Between Two Continents: How to Make the Most of an Istanbul Airport Layover

Explore how to handle a layover at Istanbul International Airport. Learn where to sleep, eat, and how to reach the city stress-free.

inkl · Jul 24

Coexistence isn’t a medieval memory. Ask the rabbis of the Muslim world

Rabbi Mendy Chitrik argues that Europe should engage more with Jewish communities in Muslim-majority countries, viewing them as living bridges for dialogue, coexistence and cooperation rather than relics of the past.

Euronews · Jul 23

London, Istanbul, Paris: These are Europe’s busiest airports for 2025

With global passenger numbers hitting nearly 10 billion in 2025, Europe’s airports performed particularly well in the world ranking for international traffic only.

Euronews · Jul 16

The failed coup of July 2016: Turkey's 'turning point'

Turkey's 2016 coup attempt marked a turning point for the nation. This event led to widespread purges and detentions across state institutions. President Erdogan consolidated his power, transforming the political system significantly. The judiciary and military faced substantial reforms and purges. These changes continue to impact Turkish society and its…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

34 Charming Moments Of Human-Animal Interactions Captured Across Istanbul By This Street Photographer

Istanbul’s streets are full of stories, and photographer Mehmet Esen has a talent for spotting the ones starring the city’s cats and dogs. His candid images capture animals resting amid busy crowds, riding public transportation, interacting with strangers, and confidently claiming their place in the urban landscape. Photographed in both…

Bored Panda · Jul 13

Presenting: The Ultimate Beauty Insider's Guide to Turkey

From hammams to high-tech aesthetics.

Marie Claire · Jul 10