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Six Buildings Evacuated in Istanbul’s Sarıyer Due to Landslide

Following recent heavy rainfall in Istanbul's Sarıyer district, a landslide occurred in the garden of a building, causing soil to fall onto homes...

Courier Shot Dead in Fatih, Istanbul Ambush

Arif Ismailov, a foreign national working as a courier for a logistics company, was shot in the head in an ambush in Fatih,...

Taxi Catches Fire in Okmeydanı, Passengers Evacuated Just in Time

A commercial taxi caught fire while in motion on the Okmeydanı Viaduct in Kağıthane, Istanbul. The quick-thinking driver pulled over and evacuated all...

Passenger Bus Collides with Truck on Northern Marmara Highway in Istanbul, 10 Injured

A passenger bus collided with a truck on the Northern Marmara Highway in Istanbul yesterday evening, March 31, 2026, injuring 10 people. Emergency...

Man Murdered in Istanbul Over Alleged Affair; Father-in-Law Warned Daughter-in-Law

In Sultangazi, Istanbul, Erdal Kökyayan (41) was found shot dead in a car. Ihsan C. (41) allegedly shot Kökyayan, claiming an affair with...

Numerous Sea Transportation Services Canceled Due to Adverse Weather Conditions in Istanbul

Adverse weather conditions, including storms and heavy rainfall, have caused significant disruptions to sea transportation in Istanbul, leading to the cancellation of multiple...

Protest March Against Israel and US Held in Istanbul

Thousands of people marched from Fatih Mosque to Beyazıt Square in Istanbul to protest against the Israeli and American military presence in the...

Warehouse Fire Extinguished in Bahçelievler, Istanbul

A fire erupted in a scrap material warehouse adjacent to a three-story building in Yenibosna Merkez Mahallesi, Türkgücü Street, Bahçelievler, Istanbul. Firefighters successfully...

Istanbul Traffic Reaches 74% Amidst Heavy Rain

Istanbul experienced significant traffic congestion this morning, reaching 74% by 08:00, as heavy rain affected the city. Drivers faced difficulties on main arteries...

Galata Tower Remains Under Directorate of Foundations After IMM’s Request Rejected

The Istanbul 18th Civil Court of First Instance has rejected the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality's request regarding the ownership of the Galata Tower. The...

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