Author: Daily Sabah With AA

The Gallipoli Peninsula, the site of some of the world’s bloodiest battles, is preparing for international ceremonies to mark the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli Campaign. Ahead of the ceremonies to be held on April 24 and 25 across the historic peninsula, preparations at Turkish memorials and cemeteries, as well as foreign monuments and burial grounds, are nearing completion. Work is continuing at full pace at the Turkish Martyrs’ Memorial, the British and French monuments, and the ceremony sites at Anzac Cove and Chunuk Bair. Temporary stands for guests, stages, resting areas, and secure corridors for entry and exit are…

The Council of Elders of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) will hold its 17th meeting in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) on May 1-2, the body announced. The move comes as harsh reactions were drawn by Turkish officials after some OTS members’ deal with the EU to recognize the Greek Cypriot administration. Some member countries of the Organization of Turkic States announced at the summit they held with the EU on April 4 that they would abide by U.N. Security Council resolutions 541 and 550, which condemned the establishment of the TRNC and called on states not…

As the successor of the Ottoman Empire, whose attempt to conquer Europe was confronted by the Holy League led by Pope Clement VIII in the 16th century, the Republic of Türkiye went on to establish diplomatic relations with the Holy See in 1960, a few decades after its inception. Under the tenure of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 on Monday, relations have been tense at times. But ultimately, the Argentine pontiff managed to mend ties in global issues he agreed upon with Ankara, namely the Palestine-Israel conflict. The spiritual leader of the Catholic world traveled…

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) is accused of demanding a $3 million bribe in a corruption case involving its mayor, Ekrem Imamoğlu, who is currently under arrest. Businessperson Muzaffer Beyaz, who was questioned as a “complainant-suspect,” alleged that Ertan Yıldız of the IBB demanded $3 million under the pretext that the municipality needed the money in return for facilitating a construction project. A total of 100 suspects, including Imamoğlu, IBB press advisor Murat Ongun, Imamoğlu’s construction General Secretary Tuncay Yılmaz, businessperson Fatih Keleş, Imamoğlu’s consultant Ertan Yıldız and others linked to the organization, have been implicated in charges related to “being…

The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) welcomed the meeting of parliamentary groups supporting Palestine held in Istanbul last week, which was attended by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Rawhi Fattouh, chair of the PLO National Council, described the event, which brought together parliament speakers from 13 countries, as a “promising initiative” and stated that plans were in place to expand its reach in the future. Speaking to Anadolu Agency (AA) at the event, Fattouh said the meeting demonstrated a firm stance in support of the Palestinian people’s determination, calling on the international community to intensify pressure on Israel and advocate for a…

Türkiye’s 112 Emergency Call Centers have been inundated with fake calls, including one person asking for help with heartbreak, another reporting a conspiracy by friends, and someone complaining that honey purchased via television didn’t taste sweet. According to information obtained by the state-run Anadolu Agency (AA), 28% of the calls received by emergency centers in 2023 were unfounded. Another 38% were disconnected during the announcement phase, while only 34% were genuine emergency reports. Since the beginning of 2024, the rate of fake calls has hovered around 30%. Authorities issued administrative fines amounting to more than TL 1.75 million (approximately $45,800)…

Türkiye’s 112 Emergency Call Centers have been inundated with fake calls, including one person asking for help with heartbreak, another reporting a conspiracy by friends, and someone complaining that honey purchased via television didn’t taste sweet. According to information obtained by the state-run Anadolu Agency (AA), 28% of the calls received by emergency centers in 2023 were unfounded. Another 38% were disconnected during the announcement phase, while only 34% were genuine emergency reports. Since the beginning of 2024, the rate of fake calls has hovered around 30%. Authorities issued administrative fines amounting to more than TL 1.75 million (approximately $45,800)…

Türkiye’s 112 Emergency Call Centers have been inundated with fake calls, including one person asking for help with heartbreak, another reporting a conspiracy by friends, and someone complaining that honey purchased via television didn’t taste sweet. According to information obtained by the state-run Anadolu Agency (AA), 28% of the calls received by emergency centers in 2023 were unfounded. Another 38% were disconnected during the announcement phase, while only 34% were genuine emergency reports. Since the beginning of 2024, the rate of fake calls has hovered around 30%. Authorities issued administrative fines amounting to more than TL 1.75 million (approximately $45,800)…

What began 60 years ago as a modest regional race has transformed into one of Türkiye’s biggest international sporting events, and this year’s edition of the Presidential Cycling Tour promises to be the boldest yet. Türkiye Cycling Federation President Emin Müftüoğlu says the 60th running of the tour, set for April 27-May 4, will feature 165 cyclists from 23 elite teams – highlighting its evolution from a local circuit to a world-class spectacle. “In its early days, it was just the Marmara Tour with domestic teams,” Müftüoğlu told Anadolu Agency (AA). “Now, it’s a global competition where professional teams from…

What began 60 years ago as a modest regional race has transformed into one of Türkiye’s biggest international sporting events, and this year’s edition of the Presidential Cycling Tour promises to be the boldest yet. Türkiye Cycling Federation President Emin Müftüoğlu says the 60th running of the tour, set for April 27-May 4, will feature 165 cyclists from 23 elite teams – highlighting its evolution from a local circuit to a world-class spectacle. “In its early days, it was just the Marmara Tour with domestic teams,” Müftüoğlu told Anadolu Agency (AA). “Now, it’s a global competition where professional teams from…