Istanbul
Mystery cloud throws Istanbul into darkness
The huge, dark cloud plunged the city into pitch-black twilight, before lifting again only five minutes later.
Putin's secrets revealed by former Kremlin guard in interview
A Russian defector identified as a former captain in Russia's Federal Guard Service describes Russian President Vladimir Putin's "paranoia."
Joe Biden recommending immunity for Mohammed bin Salman sparks outrage
The Justice Department has said bin Salman's position as prime minister of Saudi Arabia makes him immune to a lawsuit.
Videos show moment explosion rocks Istanbul's Istiklal: 6 dead, 81 injured
People ran in panic as the sound of the blast echoed down the primary commercial street in Turkey's largest metropolis.
Ukrainian Star Sang About Her Ancestor's Deportation—Now She Is a Refugee
When Jamala won the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest, she never anticipated that her ballad "1944" would take on new meaning.
Thousands in Greece, Turkey Trapped Overnight in Cars Due to Heavy Snowfall
Rescue teams in Athens and Istanbul worked overnight on Monday to rescue people and clear roads.
Miami Resident Detained in Connection to Haitian President Moïse's Murder
So far, more than 40 suspects have been detained in connection to Moïse's death, but police have not yet determined a motive.
Dog Stranded on 36th Floor Ledge For 10 Days Rescued
Photos of the dog showed it lying on the edge of the building without any barriers stopping it from falling.
'Sea Snot' Slime Endangering Marine Life Blamed on Household Waste
Experts warn that the situation will also continue to get worse as a result of climate change.
Maritime Traffic Halted in Bosphorus Strait After Oil Tanker's Engine Fails
The tanker called RAVA was carrying 249 meters of crude oil when a mechanical failure caused it to get dragged as it made its way back to the Yenikoy district of Istanbul, according to the Directorate General.
Two TikTokers Are Banned From Leaving Turkey for Parodying Passports
The duo came up with the comedic clip to make light of the lack of travel restrictions.
Video Shows Brutal Hair-Pulling Brawl on Flight Over Space in Overhead Bins
The fight reportedly broke out on Tunisair flight TU216 when passengers had a disagreement over storing their carry-ons. The argument soon escalated into a violent confrontation.
Despite Khashoggi's Murder, America Must Still Choose: Saudis or Iran?
Simply put, the United States has a binary choice in the Persian Gulf.
After Hagia Sophia, Erdogan Voices Jerusalem Ambitions
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is an Islamist dictator with neo-Ottoman regional ambitions.
Erdogan's Hagia Sophia Decree Stokes Tensions and Erases History
The West must do a better job of deterring Erdogan's hegemonic ambitions.
Hagia Sophia Must Stay a Monument of Coexistence
We must oppose Erdogan's efforts to convert the famed Hagia Sophia into a mosque.
Amnesty International Calls Jamal Khashoggi Murder Sentences 'A Whitewash'
Amnesty International described the Saudi Arabian government's sentencing of five men to death for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi a "whitewash" of justice because they cleared the top officials tied to Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman.
Trump Turkey 'Conflict of Interest' Feeds Into a Pattern of Abuse: Senator
The president previously described a construction project in Istanbul as "a little conflict of interest" in his dealings with Turkey.
Ivanka Photo Resurfaces Showing Trump in Istanbul to Open New Luxury Towers
Trump's business ties in Turkey have raised concerns that White House policy is being influenced by the president's own commercial interests.
Ivanka Tweet Thanking Turkey's Erdogan for Trump Towers Launch Re-Emerges
Donald Trump admitted in 2015 that the towers represent a conflict of interest in his dealings with Turkey.
The Murder of Jamal Khashoggi, One Year On: His Friends on Saudi Prince MBS
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has steadfastly denied ordering the dissident journalist's murder, despite significant evidence linking him directly with the kill team.
Saudi Crown Prince Says Jamal Khashoggi Murder Hurt Him
Khashoggi was murdered by a Saudi hit squad in the country's Istanbul consulate in 2018, allegedly under Mohammed bin Salman's direct orders.
Turkey's Redo of Elections Is the 'Last Fig Leaf' of Democracy
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's political party has succeeded in its bid to nullify the results of the March 31 elections and hold new ones after the political opposition won by a slim margin.
Saudi Arabia's Leaders 'Have Leverage Over Trump'
The Jamal Khashoggi "episode shows you the degree to which this administration has gone all in on Saudi Arabia," John Kirby said.
Senator Corker Blasts Trump's Support of Saudi Prince
The GOP politician from Tennessee slammed the White House's response to Jamal Khashoggi's killing.
Germany Bans Jamal Khashoggi Murder Suspects
The travel ban effectively blocks the suspects from entering 26 nations in Europe.
Saudi Arabia Wants Death Penalty for Khashoggi Killers
Although allegations linking Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the killing are unconfirmed and denied by Saudi officials, many analysts suggest that evidence increasingly points to his involvement.
Khashoggi Body 'Dissolved in Acid': Turkish Official
Yasin Aktay, the top adviser to Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan, said the Saudis wanted "to leave no trace behind."
Journalist Khashoggi Strangled at Mission Door—Report
Turkey gives its first official account of the journalist's disappearance.
Trump Describes Plot to Kill Khashoggi as 'Bad Concept'
"It's very simple," the president said. "Bad deal. It should have never been thought of."