November 2015
Collection of Hundreds of Refugees in Turkey Following Agreement with the European Union
Turkey has intensified its efforts to control the flow of refugees to Europe following a recent agreement with the EU. This includes the collection of…
Istanbul Through the Eyes of the Underprivileged
Orhan Pamuk's latest novel, "A Strangeness in My Mind," portrays Istanbul from the perspective of a marginalized street vendor, reflecting on the struggles of migrants…
Rouhani's Government and Mandatory Hijab
The article discusses Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's recent remarks about the mandatory hijab during an interview with France 24, where he emphasized the importance of…
Kurdish Rights Defense Lawyer Shot Dead in Eastern Turkey
Taher Ilchi, a Kurdish rights lawyer in Turkey, was shot dead during a police confrontation in Diyarbakir, leading to widespread protests and political reactions. His…
Putin Issues Economic Sanctions Against Turkey
Vladimir Putin has imposed economic sanctions on Turkey following the downing of a Russian warplane by Turkish forces. The sanctions include bans on certain imports…
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan: Russia Should Not Play with Fire
Tensions between Turkey and Russia have escalated following Turkey's downing of a Russian aircraft, prompting Erdoğan to warn Russia against further provocations. Several Turkish businessmen…
Continued Accusations Between Putin and Erdogan Following Fighter Jet Downing
Tensions between Turkey and Russia escalated after Turkey downed a Russian fighter jet, leading to mutual accusations of deception and emotional responses from both leaders.…
Intensification of US Attacks on ISIS Oil Infrastructure
The US has intensified its military operations against ISIS in Syria and Iraq, targeting oil infrastructure crucial for the group's finances. The Pentagon reported the…
Turkey Shoots Down Russian Fighter Jet
Turkey shot down a Russian fighter jet that allegedly violated its airspace, leading to a confirmation from Russia that the jet was over Syria. The…
US Warns Citizens About Traveling to Other Countries
The US State Department has issued a warning to its citizens about increased global terrorist threats, advising caution while traveling. This warning is particularly relevant…
Clinton: Saudi Arabia Should Focus on Fighting ISIS Instead of Yemen
Hillary Clinton has urged Saudi Arabia and Qatar to stop funding extremist organizations and focus on combating ISIS instead of the Yemen conflict. She outlined…
The White House Urges Governors Not to Disrupt Acceptance of Syrian Refugees
The U.S. government is urging state governors, particularly Republicans, not to impede the acceptance of Syrian refugees amid growing security concerns following the Paris attacks.…
Even 'Stone Age' Humans Loved Honey
Recent archaeological findings reveal that Neolithic humans used honeybee wax in pottery across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, dating back over eight thousand…
Migration Crisis; Slovenia Begins Fencing Its Borders
Slovenia has begun erecting fences along its borders in response to a surge of refugees fleeing conflict in Syria and Afghanistan. This move comes as…
Iranian Refugee Speaks Out Against Discrimination Faced by LGBTQ+ Individuals
An Iranian refugee named Amirhossein, currently in Turkey, shares his experiences of discrimination and harassment as a gay man in Iran. His story highlights the…
Research at Seven Universities: Children from Non-Religious Families are More Altruistic
A study involving 1,200 children from various countries found that those raised in non-religious families are more altruistic than their peers from religious backgrounds. This…
ISIS Lover Sends Russian Girl to Prison
Varvara Karalova, a 19-year-old Russian girl, was arrested for allegedly attempting to join ISIS and recruiting others. Her mother claims she is psychologically dependent on…
Turkey Elections; 'Decisive' Victory for Justice and Development, Criticism from Opponents
The Justice and Development Party won Turkey's parliamentary elections decisively, allowing Erdoğan to form a government without a coalition. Opposition parties criticized the election's fairness,…
Victory of the Ruling Justice and Development Party in Turkey's Parliamentary Elections
The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) won Turkey's parliamentary elections with 49.4% of the vote, ensuring Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu's continuation in office for…
Turkish Officials: Over 50 ISIS Members Killed in Airstrike on Saturday
Turkey and the U.S. conducted airstrikes in Syria on November 1, killing over 50 ISIS members ahead of Turkey's parliamentary elections. This operation marks a…