Author: Daily Sabah With AA

In the historic city of Edirne in northwestern Türkiye, Çeribaşı Fikri Ocak stands as one of the most prominent figures embodying the vibrant and joyful spirit of Romani culture. Unable to find what he sought in formal education, Ocak turned his lifelong passion for music – often seen as a cultural inheritance among Roma – into a professional career. His devotion to his heritage also led him to play an active role in several Romani civil society organizations. Since 2008, he has served as a “çeribaşı,” a community representative and cultural leader. Ocak has released music albums and in recent…

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomed his Indonesian counterpart, President Prabowo Subianto, who arrived in Ankara on Wednesday. Erdoğan greeted Subianto at Esenboğa Airport in the capital, Ankara, as he arrived, joined by Defense Minister Yaşar Güler, Ankara Governor Vasip Şahin, Turkish Defense Industries Secretariat head Haluk Görgün, and other top officials. According to Türkiye’s Communications Directorate, the Indonesian leader, besides other engagements, is expected to take part in the three-day Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF 2025), which starts Friday in the Turkish resort city. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan welcomes his Indonesian counterpart, Prabowo Subianto at Esenboğa Airport, April 9, 2025. (DHA…

Türkiye’s Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Ministry has released a detailed overview of the country’s first Climate Bill, which is expected to be discussed soon in the Grand National Assembly (TBMM). The proposed legislation aims to formally anchor Türkiye’s climate efforts in law and create a framework for sustainable development in the face of the global climate crisis. The bill includes 20 main articles, two provisional clauses and proposed changes to three existing laws. If passed, it will legally establish strategies to reduce the impact of climate-induced disasters, promote clean energy, preserve biodiversity and green spaces, and strengthen food and…

Fenerbahçe Opet Women’s Basketball captain Alperi Onar has set her sights on the club’s third FIBA EuroLeague title as they advance to the Final Four in the 2024-2025 season. After completing an undefeated group stage, Onar spoke with Anadolu Agency (AA), reflecting on the team’s incredible consistency. This marks their fifth consecutive appearance in the Final Four and the 11th overall for the club. Onar expressed pride in Fenerbahçe’s commitment to women’s basketball, citing the club’s strong legacy and the influence of past players: “This success reflects the values and basketball culture of Fenerbahçe. We’re here to continue what they…

The Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) will be held between April 11-13 this year, bringing together over 4,000 participants from more than 140 countries. This year, 20 heads of state, over 70 ministers, 50 foreign ministers and 60 representatives of international organizations will attend. The forum will be held under the theme “Reclaiming Diplomacy in a Fragmented World,” as the international community increasingly grapples with new challenges and conflicts worldwide. The Antalya Diplomacy Forum is an annual international conference on diplomacy, held in Antalya, Türkiye, since 2021. Among those attending the forum will be Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, Azerbaijan’s President…

The Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) will be held between April 11-13 this year, bringing together over 4,000 participants from more than 140 countries. This year, 20 heads of state, over 70 ministers, 50 foreign ministers and 60 representatives of international organizations will attend. The forum will be held under the theme “Reclaiming Diplomacy in a Fragmented World,” as the international community increasingly grapples with new challenges and conflicts worldwide. The Antalya Diplomacy Forum is an annual international conference on diplomacy, held in Antalya, Türkiye, since 2021. Among those attending the forum will be Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, Azerbaijan’s President…

Umut Yılmaz, Gaziantep’s Şehitkamil district mayor of the main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), announced his resignation on Tuesday from the party, along with other parliamentary members. In a news conference in the southeastern province, Yılmaz said that he had shouldered his responsibility since his election in a transparent and fair manner, but that at this point, “personal interests, slanderous politics of those seeking profit and immoral conspiracies have paralyzed the municipal administration.” “While struggling with the pressures, threats increasing day by day, campaigns to discredit and understanding that sees the municipality as a source for their interests,…

Following Israel’s attacks and the breakdown of a cease-fire, humanitarian aid has been unable to reach Gaza, and approximately 700 trucks carrying supplies remain stranded at the Rafah border crossing, according to Turkish Red Crescent (Kızılay) President Fatma Meriç Yılmaz. Speaking to Anadolu Agency (AA) on Tuesday, Yılmaz explained that Kızılay has provided humanitarian assistance in the region since the early days of Israel’s offensive. “The situation in Gaza is worsening by the day,” Yılmaz said. “The entry of humanitarian aid through all routes is currently blocked. Only some supplies are being procured via commercial channels inside Gaza. Thanks to…

With just eight weeks left in the Süper Lig season, Galatasaray are staring down the finish line – and if they match their form from the first half, the trophy could be heading back to Florya. The Lions currently sit atop the table with 71 points from 28 matches (22 wins, five draws, one loss), holding a narrow three-point edge over archrivals Fenerbahçe. But the script may already be written – because this is not the first time Galatasaray has turned on the jets in the home stretch. In the first half’s final eight games, Galatasaray dropped just two points,…

After firing his way to silver in Paris, Turkish marksman Yusuf Dikeç now has his sights locked on gold in Los Angeles – and he’s not going alone. At the Air Guns Türkiye Championships held at the Olympic Shooting Complex bearing his name in Erdemli, Dikeç joined fellow Olympian Şevval Ilayda Tarhan to gift sponsor-donated equipment to young athletes training at the facility. The two national stars, who are fresh off a silver medal in the 10-meter mixed team pistol at Paris 2024, used the occasion to ignite ambition among Türkiye’s rising shooting talents. “Out of this range, we’ll see…