# Turkey
Latest news and articles about Turkey
Total: 26 articles found
Turkey Opens Fresh Antitrust Probe into Google’s Android Deals, Targeting ‘Optional’ Contracts and Anti‑Fork Rules
Turkey’s competition authority has launched an investigation into Google’s mobile contracts, alleging the company uses financial incentives and contractual clauses to maintain the default status of its search and browser apps. The probe will assess whether new contract structures and anti‑fork provisions let Google evade prior remedies and harm competition in the mobile ecosystem.
Eight Foreign Ministers Condemn Israel Over Ceasefire Breaches, Warn of Regional Fallout
Eight foreign ministers from Arab and Muslim-majority states jointly condemned Israeli violations of a Gaza ceasefire that they say caused over 1,000 Palestinian casualties, urging full implementation of the ceasefire’s next phase and restraint to protect stabilization and reconstruction efforts. The coordinated rebuke raises regional diplomatic stakes and could prompt greater international mediation or humanitarian initiatives, though its practical impact will hinge on whether it leads to tangible measures beyond rhetoric.
Intercity Bus Plunges Into Ditch in Antalya, Killing Eight and Wounding Dozens
A Tekirdağ–Antalya passenger bus overturned into a ditch on 1 February, killing eight people and injuring 26. Rescue teams and the gendarmerie attended the scene, and an investigation into causes—ranging from road conditions and weather to vehicle maintenance and driver error—is expected.
Coach Overturns Near Antalya, Killing Eight and Spotlighting Turkey’s Road‑Safety Risks
A coach travelling from Tekirdağ to Antalya overturned on February 1, killing eight people and injuring 26. Rescue teams and the gendarmerie responded at the scene; authorities have launched an investigation into the cause. The crash underscores persistent road‑safety challenges on Turkey’s long‑distance routes and carries potential regulatory and reputational consequences for transport operators and tourism hubs like Antalya.
On Tehran’s Streets, Normal Life and a Nation Braced for Possible American Strikes
Tehran’s streets appear outwardly normal but carry visible scars from recent unrest and the 2025 conflict, while Iranians privately fear imminent U.S. military action. Washington’s mix of threats and offers to negotiate, together with active regional mediation, has produced a high-stakes standoff whose outcome will shape regional stability, energy markets and Iran’s internal politics.
Trump’s Ultimatum to Iran Intensifies Regional Fears of Military Strike
President Trump’s public ultimatum to Iran and the deployment of a U.S. carrier strike group have triggered alarm across the Middle East, with Turkey, Qatar and Egypt calling for de‑escalation. Tehran says it is prepared to negotiate but will respond decisively to any attack, while Gulf states refuse to allow their airspace to be used for strikes on Iran.
Turkey Cracks Alleged Iran-Directed Spy Ring Targeting NATO Base and Drone Transfers
Turkish authorities say they have dismantled an espionage network they allege was directed by Iranian intelligence, arresting six people, including defence-industry executives, accused of planning drone transfers to Cyprus and surveilling Incirlik Air Base. The case raises NATO security concerns given Incirlik's role and underlines the use of encrypted communications and commercial cover in contemporary intelligence operations.
A $1 Billion Seat and an Uninvited Chair: U.S. 'Peace Committee' Deepens Rift with Israel over Gaza
The U.S. initiative to launch a Gaza 'peace committee' chaired by President Trump, featuring a controversial $1 billion offer for permanent seats and a roster including Turkey and Qatar, has triggered a rare public rebuke from Israel. Deep disagreements over who should oversee Gaza, the scope of demilitarization, and the legitimacy of parallel technocratic bodies leave reconstruction and long‑term peace prospects tenuous.
Iran Says Cities Calm After Protests; Tehran Blames Israel and U.S. as Turkey Urges Stability
Iran’s parliamentary speaker told Turkey that nationwide calm has been restored after recent unrest, blaming the disturbances on Israeli and U.S. backing for ‘‘terrorists.’’ Turkey urged continued stability, while Washington’s warnings of possible intervention and Tehran’s external-conspiracy narrative deepen polarization and raise the risk of further escalation.
Turkish Probe Finds Libyan Military Jet Broke Up on High‑Speed Impact; Engines Were Running
A Turkish preliminary investigation into a December 23, 2025 crash of a Libyan Falcon 50 near Ankara found no mid‑air explosion and that the engines were running at impact; the aircraft disintegrated on high‑speed collision with a 1,252m mountain. Eight people, including Libya’s army chief of staff, died; black boxes sent to Britain are expected to provide the decisive data on why the jet, after reporting an electrical fault, struck terrain at speed.
Temu's Turkish Office Reportedly Targeted in Early-Morning Raid — A Test of Cross‑Border E‑commerce Rules
A NetEase headline reported a dawn raid on Temu's Turkish office, though details and official confirmation remain scarce. The incident highlights growing regulatory scrutiny of cross‑border e‑commerce platforms and poses operational and reputational risks for Temu as it expands into complex national markets.
Netanyahu Rebukes U.S. Over Qatar, Turkey Role in Gaza 'Peace Committee', Vows No Foreign Troops
Prime Minister Netanyahu has told U.S. Secretary of State Rubio that Israel opposes Qatar and Turkey joining a proposed Gaza "peace committee," instructing his foreign minister to lodge a formal protest. He also insisted that no Turkish or Qatari forces will enter Gaza and reiterated that a second-phase ceasefire must demilitarize the territory and disarm Hamas.