May 26, 2026
Turkish tourists flock to Greece as rising costs put Greeks off Turkey
Tourism between Greece and Turkey has tripled, but only in one direction as Greeks avoid steep prices in Turkey while Turkish tourists pour in.
Euronews
Turkey News
- May 26, 2026
Istanbul’s Bilgi University reopened after police crackdown
Students celebrated after days of protests against the closure decree that would have shut Bilgi University mid-year.
Al Jazeera - May 25, 2026
Jailed Kurdish leader says 'no time to lose' for Turkey peace process
In a message published by a delegation of lawmakers from the pro-Kurdish DEM party, who visited him on Imrali prison island on May 24, Mr. Ocalan said prolonging the peace process would only "generate risk"
The Hindu - May 25, 2026
Far-right Elam party inspired by Golden Dawn makes gains in Cyprus election
Strongly anti-Turkish party doubles its seats although mainstream parties did not see vote crumble as predicted An anti-immigrant far-right party, inspired by Greece’s defunct neo-Nazi Golden Dawn, made the biggest gains…
The Guardian - May 25, 2026
Turkey's pro-Kurdish party condemns ousting of main opposition
ANKARA, May 25 - Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party condemned on Monday a court ruling that ousted the leadership of the main opposition CHP last week, calling a police operation to evict the leaders from the party's headqua…
Straits Times - May 25, 2026
Turkey's president scraps move to close liberal Bilgi University following outcry
Founded on 7 June 1996 as Turkey's fourth private foundation university, Bilgi became part of the Laureate International Universities network, a US-based group operating universities across multiple continents, in 2006.
Euronews - May 24, 2026
Turkish riot police storm opposition offices after leaders ousted
Officers forced their way into the building days after the party vowed to defy a court ruling removing its leaders.
BBC - May 24, 2026
Turkish riot police enter opposition headquarters to evict ousted leadership
Clouds of tear gas billowed within the Republican People’s Party (CHP) building while those inside shouted and threw objects at the entrance as police broke through a makeshift barricade
The Hindu 
May 24, 2026Turkey riot police use tear gas to drive ousted opposition leader from party HQ
Hundreds of Turkish riot police stormed the Ankara headquarters of the country's main political opposition to remove the party's ousted leader, who was dismissed by a court order on Thursday. President Recep Tayyip Erdog…
France 24
May 23, 2026Turkey courts Libya's rival factions in bid to further Mediterranean ambitions
In a bold move by Ankara, Turkey this week brought together Libya’s two rival militaries for international exercises. While firmly supporting the Tripoli-based regime, Turkey is now extending an olive branch to the Bengh…
RFI
May 23, 2026Turkey: Thousands rally after court ousts Turkish opposition leader
Thousands rallied on Friday in Ankara and Istanbul to protest against a court verdict ousting the popular leader of Turkey's main opposition CHP party in the latest government crackdown on foes.
France 24- May 21, 2026
Turkey: DW's Alican Uludag released, but trial continues
A Turkish court has allowed DW reporter Alican Uludag to leave detention as his contentious trial opens. He is accused of having "insulted" President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, which in Turkey can carry a jail sentence.
Deutsche Welle - May 20, 2026
Turkey targets press freedom in trial of DW's Alican Uludag
DW correspondent Alican Uludag has been in custody in Turkey for three months, in part on charges of "insulting the president." He is set to appear in court for the first time on Thursday, though only via video link.
Deutsche Welle - Jun 3, 2025
Istanbul to remain venue for Moscow-Kiev talks — senior Russian diplomat
Choosing a new venue is totally out of question, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said
TASS - Jun 3, 2025
Top Turkish diplomat notes professionalism of Russian, Ukrainian negotiators
"No matter where the talks are held, in Turkey or elsewhere, it is crucial to continue dialogue," Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan added
TASS - Apr 3, 2023
Erdogan's political fate may be determined by Turkey's Kurds
Turkey's persecuted pro-Kurdish party has emerged as a kingmaker in the country's upcoming election, playing a decisive role that may just tip the balance enough to unseat two-decade ruler Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
CNN
