August 2016
Increase in Casualties in the Battle Between Turkish Army and Syrian Kurds
The Turkish army has intensified its military operations against Kurdish forces in Syria, resulting in significant civilian casualties and escalating tensions. The conflict involves the…
Death of Eight Police Officers in Southeastern Turkey 'Due to PKK Bombing'
Eight police officers were killed and dozens injured in a car bombing attributed to the PKK in southeastern Turkey. This incident follows a year of…
Manbij Military Council Reports Turkish Attacks on Their Positions
The Manbij Military Council reports ongoing Turkish shelling of their positions, interpreting it as support for ISIS. This follows recent clashes with ISIS forces in…
The Crackdown on Gulen Supporters Has Gone Astray
The Turkish government announced a mass pardon for 33,000 prisoners, primarily due to the overcrowding of prisons and the ongoing crackdown on supporters of Fethullah…
Approval of Ankara-Tel Aviv Reconciliation in Turkish Parliament 'On the Eve of Erdogan's Visit to Tehran'
Turkey's parliament has approved a reconciliation bill with Israel, including financial compensation for victims of a past incident involving the Mavi Marmara ship. This move…
Explosions in Southeastern Turkey; At Least Seven Dead and Over 220 Injured
On August 18, multiple explosions in southeastern Turkey resulted in at least seven deaths and over 220 injuries, with the PKK being blamed for the…
Three Dead and Over 70 Injured in Bomb Explosion in Van, Turkey
A bomb explosion in Van, Turkey, has killed three and injured over 70, with the PKK being blamed for the attack. This incident marks a…
German Interior Minister's Reaction to Report on Islamist Groups' Activities in Turkey
German Interior Minister Thomas de Maizière defended a report labeling Turkey as a central hub for Islamist activities, amidst rising tensions between Germany and Turkey…
At least 13 killed in clashes and explosions in Turkey
At least 13 people have been killed in Turkey due to recent clashes and explosions attributed to the PKK. The attacks come amid heightened tensions…
Japanese Emperor Expresses Desire to Abdicate from the Throne
Japanese Emperor Akihito expressed concerns about his ability to fulfill royal duties due to aging and hinted at a desire to abdicate. This unprecedented speech…
Austrian Chancellor: Radical Groups in Turkey Threaten Me with Death
Austrian Chancellor Christian Kern has received death threats from radical Turkish groups following his critical remarks on Turkey's visa policies and demonstrations in Austria. This…
Gülen: If One-Tenth of the Accusations Are True, I Will Surrender Myself
Fethullah Gülen has denied accusations of involvement in the failed Turkish coup and stated he would surrender if any of the claims are true. The…