June 2016
Attackers of Atatürk Airport Identified as 'Russian, Uzbek, and Kyrgyz'
Three suicide bombers who attacked Atatürk Airport, killing 43 people, have been identified as coming from Russia, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. The Turkish government has pointed…
Russia and Turkey Agree to End 'Critical Phase' in Bilateral Relations
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have agreed to resume bilateral relations after a period of tension following the downing of…
Suicide Attacks at Istanbul Airport Leave at Least 10 Dead
Two suicide bombers attacked Istanbul's Atatürk Airport, resulting in at least 10 deaths and numerous injuries. The incident involved gunfire and subsequent explosions in the…
Arrest of Three Suspects in Planning Attack on Sexual Minorities in Turkey
Three suspects, including a Turkish citizen and two Dagestani nationals, were arrested in Turkey for planning an attack on a rally for sexual minorities. The…
Burning of 15 Iranian Trucks in Turkey by Unknown Individuals
Fifteen Iranian trucks were burned in Turkey, prompting Iranian officials to declare the area unsafe for transport. The Iranian government is seeking protection for its…
Turkey and the Terrorism Crisis
Turkey is facing a severe security crisis marked by a rise in terrorism and instability, significantly impacting its political landscape and regional security. The government's…
Iran's Embassy in Ankara Issues Travel Warning for Turkey
The Iranian Embassy in Ankara has warned its citizens traveling to Turkey to avoid crowded places following recent deadly explosions attributed to the PKK. This…
Death of Two Police Officers Following Car Explosion in Turkey
Two police officers were killed in a car explosion in southeastern Turkey, following a previous explosion in Istanbul that killed 11. The Turkish government blames…
Bomb Explosion in Central Istanbul Leaves 11 Dead
A bomb explosion in Istanbul targeted a police bus, killing 11 and injuring at least 36. The Turkish government blames armed Kurdish groups and ISIS…
Prison Sentence for Former Miss Turkey for 'Insulting Erdogan'
Merve Büyükserç, a former Miss Turkey, has been sentenced to 14 months in suspended prison for reposting a poem deemed insulting to President Erdogan. This…