Author: Daily Sabah With AA

The Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) has reported that it has distributed flour to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, which is experiencing a food crisis due to Israeli attacks. AFAD, in collaboration with the U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), distributed flour to Palestinians in the Nusayrat Refugee Camp in the central part of the Gaza Strip. Hundreds of Palestinians, hoping to benefit from the aid, gathered at the UNRWA distribution center in the Nusayrat Refugee Camp. An Palestinian elderly woman, Emani eş-Şerif, who benefited from the aid, told Anadolu Agency (AA),…

In Konya, central Türkiye, inspired by the “8,600-year-old bread” found in the Neolithic settlement of Çatalhöyük, where the grains were identified through scientific analysis, chef Ulaş Tekerkaya baked bread made from peas, barley, wheat and faba beans. In the excavation conducted two years ago at Çatalhöyük, located in the Çumra district, a charred spongy find was analyzed at Necmettin Erbakan University’s Science and Technology Research and Application Center (BITAM). The analysis revealed that this find, dating back to approximately 6,600 years before Christ, was “leavened bread.” After this exciting discovery, both in Türkiye and internationally, chef Ulaş Tekerkaya, who was…

France on Thursday refrained from confirming whether it classifies the PKK as a terrorist group amid strains with Türkiye over the group’s Syrian presence. “What is essential for us, in principle, is that the active groups currently in Syrian territory are included in the transition process,” said French foreign ministry spokesperson Christophe Lemoine in response to a question from an Anadolu Agency (AA) reporter. He reiterated President Emmanuel Macron’s remarks about France having a “debt” to the PKK’s Syrian offshoot, the YPG, and the “‘freedom fighters’ like the ‘Kurds’ who, during difficult years, had the courage to fight alongside us…

Türkiye on Thursday condemned the PKK/YPG’s use of civilians as human shields in clashes with the Syrian National Army (SNA), which have intensified since the ouster of Bashar Assad last month. “PKK/YPG terrorists’ use of civilians as human shields around Syria’s Tishrin Dam as well as sending terror groups to the area are violations of human rights,” Defense Ministry sources told reporters at a background briefing in the capital Ankara. “The use of civilians as human shields by terrorist groups for their own interests is not only an inhumane approach but also an act that shows their desperation and moral…

Trabzonspor delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Alanyaspor in the Turkish Cup Group A, but the result only added to a season of contrasts for the club. In domestic and international competitions, the Black Sea Storm have shown their strength at home, but their away form leaves much to be desired. At home, Trabzonspor have been solid, with just two defeats in 12 matches across the Süper Lig, Turkish Cup, and European competitions. With six wins and four draws, the Black Sea side’s home record stands out as a major strength. However, their travels have told a different story. In…

Galatasaray’s bid for a winning start in the Turkish Cup Group C opener fell short as they drew 2-2 with Başakşehir at RAMS Park on Wednesday. A missed penalty in stoppage time proved costly for the home side. Başakşehir opened the scoring in the 35th minute when Deniz Türüç’s precise finish gave the visitors a deserved lead. Despite controlling large parts of the half, Galatasaray struggled to break down Başakşehir’s defense, heading into the break trailing 1-0. The second half came alive with end-to-end action. Galatasaray equalized in the 51st minute as Davinson Sanchez rose highest to head in Dries…

Galatasaray’s bid for a winning start in the Turkish Cup Group C opener fell short as they drew 2-2 with Başakşehir at RAMS Park on Wednesday. A missed penalty in stoppage time proved costly for the home side. Başakşehir opened the scoring in the 35th minute when Deniz Türüç’s precise finish gave the visitors a deserved lead. Despite controlling large parts of the half, Galatasaray struggled to break down Başakşehir’s defense, heading into the break trailing 1-0. The second half came alive with end-to-end action. Galatasaray equalized in the 51st minute as Davinson Sanchez rose highest to head in Dries…

Galatasaray’s bid for a winning start in the Turkish Cup Group C opener fell short as they drew 2-2 with Başakşehir at RAMS Park on Wednesday. A missed penalty in stoppage time proved costly for the home side. Başakşehir opened the scoring in the 35th minute when Deniz Türüç’s precise finish gave the visitors a deserved lead. Despite controlling large parts of the half, Galatasaray struggled to break down Başakşehir’s defense, heading into the break trailing 1-0. The second half came alive with end-to-end action. Galatasaray equalized in the 51st minute as Davinson Sanchez rose highest to head in Dries…

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has announced a groundbreaking decision to temporarily employ foreign Video Assistant Referee (VAR) officials in the second half of the Süper Lig season. This move, part of a broader initiative to professionalize officiating, aims to address ongoing concerns about the effectiveness of VAR and its impact on Turkish football’s reputation. VAR controversies In a detailed statement, the TFF acknowledged the heated debates surrounding VAR decisions in recent weeks, which have cast a shadow over the league’s footballing environment. To mitigate these issues and preserve the league’s brand value, the federation’s executive board approved the introduction…

The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) has announced a groundbreaking decision to temporarily employ foreign Video Assistant Referee (VAR) officials in the second half of the Süper Lig season. This move, part of a broader initiative to professionalize officiating, aims to address ongoing concerns about the effectiveness of VAR and its impact on Turkish football’s reputation. VAR controversies In a detailed statement, the TFF acknowledged the heated debates surrounding VAR decisions in recent weeks, which have cast a shadow over the league’s footballing environment. To mitigate these issues and preserve the league’s brand value, the federation’s executive board approved the introduction…