November 2016
Turkey's Labor Minister: Thousands Dismissed from Public Offices Due to PKK Links
Turkey's Labor Minister announced the dismissal of over 10,500 public employees linked to the PKK amid ongoing purges following a failed coup. This comes as…
Explosion in Adana, Turkey Leaves 'Two Dead'
An explosion in Adana, Turkey, resulted in at least two deaths and 16 injuries, with indications that it may have been carried out by a…
In Response to Protests, Turkey Withdraws Bill Related to Sexual Assault on Children
The Turkish government withdrew a controversial bill that would have allowed men convicted of child sexual assault to marry their victims for release from prison,…
Turkish Army Attacks Dozens of Islamic State Positions in Syria
The Turkish army launched attacks on Islamic State positions in northern Syria following a bombing in Diyarbakir that ISIS claimed responsibility for. The incident highlights…
Iran Halts Electricity Exports to Turkey Due to $200 Million Debt
Iran has halted electricity exports to Turkey due to a $200 million debt owed by a Turkish company. Discussions are ongoing to recover the debt…
Explosion in Diyarbakir, Turkey Leaves at Least Eight Dead
A significant explosion in Diyarbakir, Turkey, has resulted in eight deaths and one hundred injuries, with local officials attributing responsibility to the PKK. This incident…
Haider al-Abadi Warns Turkey About Consequences of Military Intervention in Iraq
Haider al-Abadi, the Iraqi Prime Minister, has warned Turkey against military intervention in Iraq, stating it could lead to Turkey's disintegration. Iraq opposes Turkish forces'…