Asia Turkey A floating mass of yellowish-white sea mucilage is threatening marine life in the Marmara Sea, alarming biologists and environmentalists; the Parliament has agreed to set up a committee to investigate and give feedback within 3 months
Asia Turkey Over a thousand people were arrested in the six days of extensive protests following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, the main opponent of President Erdogan; despite government bans, protests are ongoing
Asia Turkey Air pollution exceeded safe limits for 204 days in 2024 in the region of Antalya, according to measurements taken locally over the year
Asia Turkey Istanbul's security forces recorded a 6,5% reduction in crimes against persons and a 27,6% reduction in crimes against property in January 2025 compared to last year, said Istanbul Governor Davut Gül
Asia Turkey Istanbul's water reservoirs are now at 50,49% of their capacity, thanks to the recent rains that brought a 8,75% increase in just one week