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Istanbul Strait Closed to Vessel Traffic Due to Dense Fog

The Istanbul Strait was temporarily closed to vessel traffic in both directions on February 8, 2026, due to dense fog significantly reducing visibility.

Etiler Rental Dispute: British Tenant Wins ‘Irregular Notification’ Appeal

A rental dispute in Istanbul's upscale Etiler district has taken a surprising turn, with a British tenant successfully appealing an eviction order on...

José Martí Commemorated in Istanbul on His 173rd Birthday

A commemoration for Cuba's national hero, José Martí, was held in Istanbul on his 173rd birthday. The event, organized by the Cuban Consulate...

Turkish Airlines Resumes Direct Flights to Caracas from Istanbul

Turkish Airlines (THY) has announced the resumption of direct flights from Istanbul to Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, starting March 3, 2026. The...

Man Murdered in Esenyurt Apartment: Suspect Apprehended

Ersin Alataş, 40, was murdered in Esenyurt, Istanbul, after a knife fight at a friend's house. The suspect, Mehmet D., was apprehended by...

Istanbul Dams See Modest Increase in Water Levels, Still Below Last Year’s Figures

Recent rainfall has modestly increased water levels in Istanbul's dams, bringing the occupancy rate to 35%. However, this figure remains considerably lower than...

Sarıyer-Kilyos Tunnel Project Nears Completion: Travel Time Cut to 5 Minutes

The Sarıyer-Kilyos Tunnel project in Istanbul is set to dramatically cut travel time from 35 minutes to just 5 minutes, significantly enhancing the...

Expert Warns of Imminent 7-Magnitude Earthquake for Istanbul

Following a series of recent earthquakes, Professor Süleyman Pampal issued a stark warning for Istanbul, stating that the city is facing an imminent...

Expert Warns of Imminent 7-Magnitude Earthquake in Istanbul

Professor Dr. Süleyman Pampal has issued a stark warning regarding an impending earthquake in Istanbul, stating that a tremor of nearly 7 magnitude...

Tourism Investment Forum 2026 to Convene Global Leaders in Istanbul

The Tourism Investment Forum (TIF) 2026 will gather leading national and international representatives from the tourism ecosystem in Istanbul. The event, supported by...

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