Istanbul
Istanbul Dam Levels at 35% as of February 9, 2026, ISKI Reports
According to updated data from the Istanbul Water and Sewerage Administration (ISKI), the megacity's dam occupancy rate reached approximately 35% as of February...
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Istanbul Airport Crowned Europe’s Busiest, Outpacing Heathrow and Charles de Gaulle
Istanbul Airport has been named Europe's busiest airport, recording an average of 1,447 daily flights between January 26 and February 1, 2026. This...
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AK Party Istanbul Provincial Directorate Holds “Being One in Istanbul” Program
The AK Party Istanbul Provincial Directorate organized the "Being One in Istanbul" program at the Bahçelievler Congress Center, where they evaluated their work...
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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