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All rights reserved<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ukraine\u2019s air force reported on Sunday that Moscow fired 24 Shahed (martyr) drones - it said air defences intercepted all but one.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Six people, including a child, were wounded in a drone strike in the eastern Kharkiv region, according to regional Governor Oleh Syniehubov.<\/p>\n<p>Most churches in the West mark Easter on 31 March, but the Russian Orthodox Church follows a different calendar.<\/p>\n<p>A majority of Ukrainians identify as Orthodox Christians, though the church is divided.\u00a0Many belong to the independent Orthodox Church of Ukraine. 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Israel Gaza","channels":[{"id":1},{"id":2},{"id":3},{"id":4},{"id":5},{"id":10},{"id":12},{"id":14}],"status":2,"title":"Turkey halts all trade with Israel over humanitarian crisis in Gaza","titleSeo":null,"titleListing1":"Turkey halts all trade with Israel over humanitarian crisis in Gaza","titleListing2":"Turkey suspended all trade with Israel on Thursday, citing the \"worsening humanitarian tragedy\" in Gaza as its motive.","leadin":"A freeze on imports and exports will continue until the Israeli government allows aid to reach Gaza, says Turkey\u2019s ministry of trade.","summary":"A freeze on imports and exports will continue until the Israeli government allows aid to reach Gaza, says Turkey\u2019s ministry of trade.","keySentence":"","url":"turkey-halts-all-trade-with-israel-over-humanitarian-crisis-in-gaza","canonical":"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/business\/2024\/05\/03\/turkey-halts-all-trade-with-israel-over-humanitarian-crisis-in-gaza","masterCms":"v2","plainText":"Turkey suspended all trade with Israel on Thursday, citing the \"worsening humanitarian tragedy\" in Gaza as its motive. \n\nBusiness deals between Turkey and Israel were worth almost $7 billion last year (\u20ac6.5 billion). \n\n\"Export and import transactions related to Israel have been stopped, covering all products,\" the ministry said in a statement. \n\n\"Turkey will strictly and decisively implement these new measures until the Israeli Government allows an uninterrupted and sufficient flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza.\" \n\nEarlier on Thursday, Israel's Foreign Minister had accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of acting like a \"dictator\" when reports of blockades first emerged. \n\nOn X, Israel Katz said that Erdogan was \"disregarding the interests of the Turkish people and businessmen and ignoring international trade agreements\". \n\nKatz added that he had instructed officials to \"immediately engage with all relevant parties in the government to create alternatives for trade with Turkey, focusing on local production and imports from other countries.\" \n\nThe move to halt all trade follows partial blockades. \n\nLast month, Turkey announced that it was restricting exports of 54 types of products to Israel, including aluminium, steel, construction products and chemical fertilisers. Israel responded by announcing its own trade barriers. \n\nTurkey was the first Muslim-majority nation to recognise Israel in 1949, although the relationship between the two countries has been strained in recent years over Israel\u2019s killing of Palestinians. \n\nPresident Erdogan has notably been a vocal critic of the military offensive in Gaza, launched after Hamas' attack on Israel last year. \n\nErdogan has described Hamas, considered a terrorist organisation by Israel, the United States and the European Union, as freedom fighters. \n\nHe has also accused Israel of carrying out war crimes and genocide in Gaza. \n\nGiven this rhetoric, Erdogan has come under domestic pressure to halt trade with Israel and act in line with his words. \n\nTurkish officials have said they will coordinate with the Palestinian authorities to ensure that Palestinians are not affected by the trade suspension. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>Turkey suspended all trade with Israel on Thursday, citing the \"worsening humanitarian tragedy\" in Gaza as its motive.<\/p>\n<p>Business deals between Turkey and Israel were worth almost $7 billion last year (\u20ac6.5 billion).<\/p>\n<p>\"Export and import transactions related to Israel have been stopped, covering all products,\" the ministry said in a statement.<\/p>\n<p>\"Turkey will strictly and decisively implement these new measures until the Israeli Government allows an uninterrupted and sufficient flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza.\"<\/p>\n<p>Earlier on Thursday, Israel's Foreign Minister had accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of acting like a \"dictator\" when reports of blockades first emerged.<\/p>\n<p>On X, Israel Katz said that Erdogan was \"disregarding the interests of the Turkish people and businessmen and ignoring international trade agreements\".<\/p>\n<p>Katz added that he had instructed officials to \"immediately engage with all relevant parties in the government to create alternatives for trade with Turkey, focusing on local production and imports from other countries.\"<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8411664,8407938\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2024//04//30//un-court-rejects-nicaraguas-request-for-germany-to-halt-aid-to-israel/">ICJ throws out Nicaragua's case asking Germany to halt aid to Israel<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//culture//2024//05//02//eurovision-israel-contestant-eden-golan-warned-to-stay-in-her-hotel-room/">Eurovision: Israel contestant Eden Golan warned to stay in her hotel room<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The move to halt all trade follows partial blockades.<\/p>\n<p>Last month, Turkey announced that it was restricting exports of 54 types of products to Israel, including aluminium, steel, construction products and chemical fertilisers. Israel responded by announcing its own trade barriers.<\/p>\n<p>Turkey was the first Muslim-majority nation to recognise Israel in 1949, although the relationship between the two countries has been strained in recent years over Israel\u2019s killing of Palestinians.<\/p>\n<p>President Erdogan has notably been a vocal critic of the military offensive in Gaza, launched after Hamas' attack on Israel last year.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8402932,8400316\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2024//04//26//watch-student-protests-over-israel-hamas-war-grip-several-us-states/">Watch: Student protests over Israel Hamas war grip several US states<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2024//04//28//hamas-to-respond-to-israels-hostage-proposal-in-48-hours/">Hamas to respond to Israel's hostage proposal in 48 hours<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Erdogan has described Hamas, considered a terrorist organisation by Israel, the United States and the European Union, as freedom fighters.<\/p>\n<p>He has also accused Israel of carrying out war crimes and genocide in Gaza.<\/p>\n<p>Given this rhetoric, Erdogan has come under domestic pressure to halt trade with Israel and act in line with his words.<\/p>\n<p>Turkish officials have said they will coordinate with the Palestinian authorities to ensure that Palestinians are not affected by the trade suspension.<\/p>\n","hashtag":null,"createdAt":1714738774,"updatedAt":1714740097,"publishedAt":1714740092,"firstPublishedAt":1714740097,"lastPublishedAt":1714740097,"expiresAt":0,"images":[{"url":"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/41\/43\/30\/{{w}}x{{h}}_cmsv2_9f8d4ce3-9efe-5f7d-a969-53233a3ec110-8414330.jpg","altText":"Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks to the media following the Friday noon prayer in Istanbul, Turkey. 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In March it was at 3.16%. \n\n\"After annual inflation reaches its peak in May, it will begin to decline sharply in line with our predictions,\" Simsek said on X. \n\nTurkey\u2019s central bank hiked its key interest rate to 50% in March, citing the continuing need to counter climbing inflation in the country.\u00a0 \n\n\"While imports of consumption goods and gold slowed down and contributed to the improvement in the current account balance, other recent indicators imply that domestic demand remains resilient,\" the bank said in a press release at the time. \"Stickiness in services inflation, inflation expectations, geopolitical risks, and food prices keep inflation pressures alive.\" \n\nIn March, the bank also said that a tight monetary policy stance will be maintained until a significant and sustained decline in the underlying trend of monthly inflation is observed. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>The country's annual consumer price inflation climbed close to 70% last month, just slightly below expectations.<\/p>\n<p>However, it marked the highest rate since November 2022 due to strong price increases in education, restaurant and hotels prices.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8413628\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//05//03//weekly-market-recap-mixed-trends-amid-macro-signals-and-earnings-season/">Weekly market recap: Mixed trends amid macro signals and earnings season<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Finance minister, Mehmet Simsek, commented on the data to Reuters and said April's month-on-month inflation, which was 3.18%, was in line with expectations. In March it was at 3.16%.<\/p>\n<p>\"After annual inflation reaches its peak in May, it will begin to decline sharply in line with our predictions,\" Simsek said on X.<\/p>\n<p>Turkey\u2019s central bank <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//03//21//turkey-hikes-interest-rate-to-50-in-surprise-move#:~:text=Indeed%2C%20inflation%20is%20still%20running,the%20highest%20in%2015%20months.\">hiked its key interest rate to 50% in March,<\/a> citing the continuing need to counter climbing inflation in the country.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8319562\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//03//21//turkey-hikes-interest-rate-to-50-in-surprise-move/">Turkey hikes interest rate to 50% in surprise move<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\"While imports of consumption goods and gold slowed down and contributed to the improvement in the current account balance, other recent indicators imply that domestic demand remains resilient,\" the bank said in a press release at the time. \"Stickiness in services inflation, inflation expectations, geopolitical risks, and food prices keep inflation pressures alive.\"<\/p>\n<p>In March, the bank also said that a tight monetary policy stance will be maintained until a significant and sustained decline in the underlying trend of monthly inflation is observed.<\/p>\n","hashtag":null,"createdAt":1714731234,"updatedAt":1714735356,"publishedAt":1714732244,"firstPublishedAt":1714732246,"lastPublishedAt":1714735356,"expiresAt":0,"images":[{"sourceUrl":null,"sourceCredit":null,"callToActionUrl":null,"captionCredit":"Francisco Seco\/Copyright 2024 The AP. 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Turkey Russian LNG","channels":[{"id":1},{"id":2},{"id":3},{"id":4},{"id":5},{"id":10},{"id":12},{"id":14}],"status":2,"title":"Turkey in talks with US firm ExxonMobile over multibillion-dollar LNG deal","titleSeo":null,"titleListing1":"Turkey looks towards ExxonMobile for multibillion-dollar LNG deal","titleListing2":"Turkey seeks a multibillion-dollar LNG deal with ExxonMobil to reduce reliance on Russia, according to the FT.","leadin":"As Turkey's relations with the US become easier, Ankara is looking at a change of direction from Moscow for its gas supplies.","summary":"As Turkey's relations with the US become easier, Ankara is looking at a change of direction from Moscow for its gas supplies.","keySentence":"","url":"turkey-in-talks-with-us-firm-exxonmobile-over-multibillion-dollar-lng-deal","canonical":"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/business\/2024\/04\/29\/turkey-in-talks-with-us-firm-exxonmobile-over-multibillion-dollar-lng-deal","masterCms":"v2","plainText":"Turkey is in discussions with US energy giant ExxonMobil regarding a multibillion-dollar deal to buy liquefied natural gas. \n\nIn an interview with the Financial Times, Turkish energy minister Alparslan Bayraktar said that his country was hoping to diversify its energy providers, therefore bolstering national security. \n\nAs part of the proposed deal, Turkey would secure up to 2.5 million tonnes of LNG a year from Exxon, at a cost of around $1.1 billion. \n\nThe agreement could last a decade, although the exact conditions were yet to be determined,\u00a0Bayraktar said. \n\nTalks between Exxon and Turkey come at a time when the country is seeking to reduce its reliance on Russian energy. \n\nNatural gas is essential for electricity generation in Turkey and, in 2022, the country imported 100% of the gas it consumed. \n\nTurkey looks towards other nations for energy support \n\nMoscow remains Ankara's primary provider of this fuel, accounting for more than 40% of its consumption last year. \n\nHowever, given the recent weaponisation of energy supplies, notably linked to President Putin's war in Ukraine, Turkey finds itself in a vulnerable position. \n\nRussia's decision to cut gas deliveries to the EU serves as a stark warning to other nations who may be heavily reliant on it for supplies. \u00a0 \n\nTurkey has retained strong ties with President Putin throughout the war in Ukraine, bucking the trend set by NATO allies. \n\nDespite this, as some of its long-term contracts with Russia expire in 2025, Ankara is casting a net for alternative providers. \n\nRelations with the US helping to improve options \n\nTurkey's reported deal with Exxon is also helped by improving relations between Ankara and Washington. \n\nThe two countries hold diverging views on a number of issues but their relationship has recently become more amicable. \n\nIn a move that pleased the US, Ankara dropped its veto on Sweden joining NATO , and Washington approved a deal to sell F-16 warplanes to Turkey in January. \n\nAnother way in which Turkey is diversifying its energy portfolio is by gradually increasing its imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG), rather than pipeline gas. \n\nAbout 30% of Turkish natural gas imports last year were LNG, up from 15% in 2014. \n\nLNG provides greater flexibility in sourcing natural gas as it can be obtained from various global markets, unlike pipeline gas which requires connecting infrastructure. \n\nTurkey currently receives Russian pipeline gas via the Blue Stream and TurkStream channels across the Black Sea, although these pipes required significant investment and years of construction. \n\nNet zero still some way off\u00a0 \n\nAnkara has also signed up to a target of achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2053. \n\nWhile the significance of gas is therefore set to decrease, Turkey\u2019s transition towards clean fuels is likely to take several decades. \n\nMeanwhile, the nation is hoping to position itself as a regional energy hub, despite its heavy reliance on imports. \n\nTurkey aims to capitalise on its proximity to energy-rich countries such as Azerbaijan, Iran, and Iraq to distribute energy to neighbouring nations. \n\nThat said, European countries may be hesitant to accept this arrangement if Turkey remains heavily dependent on Russian fuel. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>Turkey is in discussions with US energy giant ExxonMobil regarding a multibillion-dollar deal to buy liquefied natural gas.<\/p>\n<p>In an interview with the Financial Times, Turkish energy minister Alparslan Bayraktar said that his country was hoping to diversify its energy providers, therefore bolstering national security.<\/p>\n<p>As part of the proposed deal, Turkey would secure up to 2.5 million tonnes of LNG a year from Exxon, at a cost of around $1.1 billion.<\/p>\n<p>The agreement could last a decade, although the exact conditions were yet to be determined,\u00a0Bayraktar said.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8385108,8196102\"\n 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in Turkey and, in 2022, the country imported 100% of the gas it consumed.<\/p>\n<h2>Turkey looks towards other nations for energy support<\/h2><p>Moscow remains Ankara's primary provider of this fuel, accounting for more than 40% of its consumption last year.<\/p>\n<p>However, given the recent weaponisation of energy supplies, notably linked to President Putin's war in Ukraine, Turkey finds itself in a vulnerable position.<\/p>\n<p>Russia's decision to cut gas deliveries to the EU serves as a stark warning to other nations who may be heavily reliant on it for supplies. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Turkey has retained strong ties with President Putin throughout the war in Ukraine, bucking the trend set by NATO allies.<\/p>\n<p>Despite this, as some of its long-term contracts with Russia expire in 2025, Ankara is casting a net for alternative providers.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8284104,8161666\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//01//10//heres-why-turkeys-industrial-activity-fell-sharply-in-november-2023/">Here's why Turkey\u2019s industrial activity fell sharply in November 2023<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//03//04//turkish-inflation-rockets-to-almost-70-shattering-hopes-of-a-rate-pause/">Turkish inflation rockets to almost 70%, shattering hopes of a rate pause<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2>Relations with the US helping to improve options<\/h2><p>Turkey's reported deal with Exxon is also helped by improving relations between Ankara and Washington.<\/p>\n<p>The two countries hold diverging views on a number of issues but their relationship has recently become more amicable.<\/p>\n<p>In a move that pleased the US, Ankara dropped its veto on <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2024//01//24//what-will-it-take-for-sweden-to-join-nato-now-that-turkey-has-dropped-its-opposition/">Sweden joining NATO<\/strong><\/a>, and Washington approved a deal to <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2024//01//27//us-approves-f-16-fighter-jet-sale-to-turkey#:~:text=The%20US%20made%20the%20decision,of%20Sweden's%20membership%20in%20NATO.\"><strong>sell F-16 warplanes<\/strong><\/a> to Turkey in January.<\/p>\n<p>Another way in which Turkey is diversifying its energy portfolio is by gradually increasing its imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG), rather than pipeline gas.<\/p>\n<p>About 30% of Turkish natural gas imports last year were LNG, up from 15% in 2014.<\/p>\n<p>LNG provides greater flexibility in sourcing natural gas as it can be obtained from various global markets, unlike pipeline gas which requires connecting infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>Turkey currently receives Russian pipeline gas via the Blue Stream and TurkStream channels across the Black Sea, although these pipes required significant investment and years of construction.<\/p>\n<h2>Net zero still some way off<\/h2><p>Ankara has also signed up to a target of achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2053.<\/p>\n<p>While the significance of gas is therefore set to decrease, Turkey\u2019s transition towards clean fuels is likely to take several decades.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, the nation is hoping to position itself as a regional energy hub, despite its heavy reliance on imports.<\/p>\n<p>Turkey aims to capitalise on its proximity to energy-rich countries such as Azerbaijan, Iran, and Iraq to distribute energy to neighbouring nations.<\/p>\n<p>That said, European countries may be hesitant to accept this arrangement if Turkey remains heavily dependent 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","titleListing2":"Are billions of EU funds sent to Turkey to help refugees really making a difference?","leadin":"Brussels has sent Turkey billions of euros to provide for migrants and refugees who would otherwise cross into the EU. But it's not clear how the money is being spent.","summary":"Brussels has sent Turkey billions of euros to provide for migrants and refugees who would otherwise cross into the EU. But it's not clear how the money is being spent.","keySentence":"","url":"are-billions-of-eu-funds-sent-to-turkey-to-help-refugees-really-making-a-difference","canonical":"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/2024\/04\/24\/are-billions-of-eu-funds-sent-to-turkey-to-help-refugees-really-making-a-difference","masterCms":"v2","plainText":"European Union auditors said on Wednesday that they are unable to establish whether some of the billions of euros the bloc has given to Turkey to help it cope with Syrian refugees is actually having any impact. \n\nUnder a deal concluded between EU leaders and Turkey in 2016, the bloc committed to provide at least \u20ac6 billion to Turkey to help it cope with migrants crossing in from Syria. Turkey in turn committed to stop migrants leaving its territory for Europe. \n\nIn March 2016, a month after the deal came into effect, Turkey's government said the number of migrants crossing illegally into Greece had dropped from around 6,000 per day in November 2015 to about 130 daily. \n\nIn 2021, the leaders announced plans to send a further \u20ac3 billion for refugees in Turkey. The pact, which was hailed in Europe as a great success, served as a template for other more recent and elaborate deals with Tunisia and Egypt. \n\nMoney from the agreement is used to supply cash cards to some of the more than 4 million registered refugees in Turkey, as well as to improve education and health, to help people to better integrate into society and to build facilities that people fleeing the war in Syria might need. \n\nBut the European Court of Auditors, or ECA, in a follow-up last year on whether the money was being used effectively, said that Turkey's education ministry had refused to provide information that might allow them to assess what impact EU projects are having. \n\nGetting to the truth \n\n\"I'm quite sure that European citizens would like to see some results coming out of the various development and humanitarian projects that the EU is funding,\" ECA member Bettina Jakobsen told reporters. \n\nAccording to the European Commission, the bloc's executive branch, at least \u20ac530 million was destined to \"support quality inclusive education of refugees in Turkey.\" It's meant to pay teacher salaries and provide education equipment, Turkish language and teacher training, as well as counselling and other guidance. \n\nAuditors are seeking a list of the schools receiving EU support and the number of refugee pupils who are attending, as well as information on whether children who were not in education had been reintegrated into the school system and their exam pass rates, compared to Turkish students. \n\nWithout the data, Jakobsen underlined, \"we are not able to conclude on measuring impact or sustainability\" of the education projects underwritten by the EU. \n\nAsked by The Associated Press what was preventing the auditors from getting the information from the education ministry, one EU auditor involved in the process said: \"They just claimed that they didn't have the data.\" \n\n\"We do know that data should normally exist,\" said the auditor, who under ECA regulations could not be named. \"It's not up to us to guess why or why not they don't want to provide the data.\" \n\nAn ECA official noted that it is relatively rare for authorities to fail to cooperate with auditors. \n\nThe auditors and officials from the commission, which is responsible for ensuring that the bloc's money is correctly spent, made joint and individual requests for the information, but without success. \n\nThe auditors were able to visit some schools, as well as hospitals, which benefit from EU funds and could see that the facilities were used by refugees and Turkish pupils and that teachers were working there. \n\nIn general, given the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, a major earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria in February 2023, and Turkey's rampant inflation, the auditors found that the EU funding package \"provided relevant support to refugees and host communities\" in Turkey. \n\nBut Jakobsen also noted that auditors \"found weaknesses in the commission's assessment of project budgets\" and said the EU's executive branch \"did not systematically assess whether project costs were reasonable or compare similar costs between different projects.\" \n\n","htmlText":"<p>European Union auditors said on Wednesday that they are unable to establish whether some of the billions of euros the bloc has given to Turkey to help it cope with Syrian refugees is actually having any impact.<\/p>\n<p>Under a deal concluded between EU leaders and Turkey in 2016, the bloc committed to provide at least \u20ac6 billion to Turkey to help it cope with migrants crossing in from Syria. Turkey in turn committed to stop migrants leaving its territory for Europe.<\/p>\n<p>In March 2016, a month after the deal came into effect, Turkey's government said the number of migrants crossing illegally into Greece had dropped from around 6,000 per day in November 2015 to about 130 daily.<\/p>\n<p>In 2021, the leaders announced plans to send a further \u20ac3 billion for refugees in Turkey. The pact, which was hailed in Europe as a great success, served as a template for other more recent and elaborate deals with Tunisia and Egypt.<\/p>\n<p>Money from the agreement is used to supply cash cards to some of the more than 4 million registered refugees in Turkey, as well as to improve education and health, to help people to better integrate into society and to build facilities that people fleeing the war in Syria might need.<\/p>\n<p>But the European Court of Auditors, or ECA, in a follow-up last year on whether the money was being used effectively, said that Turkey's education ministry had refused to provide information that might allow them to assess what impact EU projects are having.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6669921875\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//39//45//92//808x539_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg/" alt=\"Nidal Jumaa, a Syrian from Aleppo, poses with his children outside their house in a low-income neighbourhood in Ankara.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/384x256_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/640x427_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/750x500_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/828x552_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/1080x720_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/1200x800_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/1920x1281_cmsv2_723f758a-9233-5bf0-bb3c-35bbf2fd7eec-8394592.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Nidal Jumaa, a Syrian from Aleppo, poses with his children outside their house in a low-income neighbourhood in Ankara.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Burhan Ozbilici\/Copyright 2022 The AP. All rights reserved<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2>Getting to the truth<\/h2><p>\"I'm quite sure that European citizens would like to see some results coming out of the various development and humanitarian projects that the EU is funding,\" ECA member Bettina Jakobsen told reporters.<\/p>\n<p>According to the European Commission, the bloc's executive branch, at least \u20ac530 million was destined to \"support quality inclusive education of refugees in Turkey.\" It's meant to pay teacher salaries and provide education equipment, Turkish language and teacher training, as well as counselling and other guidance.<\/p>\n<p>Auditors are seeking a list of the schools receiving EU support and the number of refugee pupils who are attending, as well as information on whether children who were not in education had been reintegrated into the school system and their exam pass rates, compared to Turkish students.<\/p>\n<p>Without the data, Jakobsen underlined, \"we are not able to conclude on measuring impact or sustainability\" of the education projects underwritten by the EU.<\/p>\n<p>Asked by The Associated Press what was preventing the auditors from getting the information from the education ministry, one EU auditor involved in the process said: \"They just claimed that they didn't have the data.\"<\/p>\n<p>\"We do know that data should normally exist,\" said the auditor, who under ECA regulations could not be named. \"It's not up to us to guess why or why not they don't want to provide the data.\"<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-tweet widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio\u2014auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <div class=\"widget__tweet\" data-tweet-id=\"1762429294981095574\"><\/div>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>An ECA official noted that it is relatively rare for authorities to fail to cooperate with auditors.<\/p>\n<p>The auditors and officials from the commission, which is responsible for ensuring that the bloc's money is correctly spent, made joint and individual requests for the information, but without success.<\/p>\n<p>The auditors were able to visit some schools, as well as hospitals, which benefit from EU funds and could see that the facilities were used by refugees and Turkish pupils and that teachers were working there.<\/p>\n<p>In general, given the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, a major earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria in February 2023, and Turkey's rampant inflation, the auditors found that the EU funding package \"provided relevant support to refugees and host communities\" in Turkey.<\/p>\n<p>But Jakobsen also noted that auditors \"found weaknesses in the commission's assessment of project budgets\" and said the EU's executive branch \"did not systematically assess whether project costs were reasonable or compare similar costs between different projects.\"<\/p>\n","hashtag":null,"createdAt":1713946848,"updatedAt":1713954297,"publishedAt":1713952329,"firstPublishedAt":1713952332,"lastPublishedAt":1713952332,"expiresAt":0,"images":[{"sourceUrl":null,"sourceCredit":null,"callToActionUrl":null,"captionCredit":"AP Photo","altText":"Migrants wait in line for blankets close to the Turkish-Greek border.","callToActionText":null,"width":4500,"caption":"Migrants wait in line for blankets close to the Turkish-Greek border.","url":"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/39\/45\/92\/{{w}}x{{h}}_cmsv2_54fce7dc-c7eb-5c2c-87d3-cdaf6d0a166f-8394592.jpg","captionUrl":null,"height":2532},{"sourceUrl":null,"sourceCredit":null,"callToActionUrl":null,"captionCredit":"Burhan Ozbilici\/Copyright 2022 The AP. 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Boasting 40 national parks, 21 UNESCO Heritage Sites and historic ruins that date back millennia, there\u2019s plenty to explore in T\u00fcrkiye.\n\nOne of the best ways to take it all in is by train. The country has a comprehensive rail system, able to carry travellers from T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s remotest regions to its urban hubs and beyond. Plus, some of these journeys are as scenic as they come. Get started on your journey of discovery with these five striking routes.\n\n1 Touristic Dogu Express train\u00a0\n\nThe Dogu Express is one of the most famous train routes in T\u00fcrkiye, travelling between the country\u2019s capital, Ankara, and Kars, an ancient city in Northeast Anatolia. Don\u2019t confuse the Touristic Dogu Express with the regular Dogu Express. The latter stops at 52 stations and features only regular seats while the Touristic Dogu Express was created specifically for visitors and runs three times a week. It stops at 25 destinations, offers 2-3 hour excursions at points along the way (Ilic and Erzurum eastbound and Erzincan, Divrigi, and Sivas westbound) and offers sleeper cabins.\n\nTotal journey time is roughly 32 hours compared to 26 on the regular Dogu Express. Whichever you choose, the route is equally rewarding. Across the 1,310-kilometre stretch of track, travellers can enjoy some of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most beautiful landscapes. Excursions allow travellers to enjoy the likes of the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ani, sleigh tours on the frozen Lake Cildir (in the winter) and taste Ca\u011f Kebabs at Erzurum.\n\n2 Van Lake Express\n\nThis twice-weekly train has become a popular option for rail fans in T\u00fcrkiye. Travelling between Ankara and Tatvan in roughly 25 hours, the supremely scenic route of the Van Lake Express traverses Eastern T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s beautiful landscapes. These include the lakes of Keban Baraji, the banks of the Euphrates River and the vast Lake Van, on which the shores of Tatvan sit. Stops along the way offer multiple opportunities to see some of the country\u2019s best bits.\n\nKayseri allows access to the world-famous Cappadocia, with its \u201cfairy chimneys\u201d, hot air balloon festival and underground cities. The ancient towns of Malatya and Elaz\u0131\u011f are also stops en route, while Mount Erciyes in Kayseri and the final destination of Tatvan are famed for their ski seasons. The train itself is comprehensive and offers a range of seating, from regular seats to couchettes and bed cabins, as well as a dining cart.\n\n3 Karaelmas Tourism Express\n\nSet to re-open in April 2024, this short, but very sweet, roughly three-hour train journey in the northwest of T\u00fcrkiye runs from the province of Karab\u00fck up to the Black Sea coast. As starting locations go, Karab\u00fck is a good one. Situated on a key east-west trading route, the province encompasses the UNESCO-listed city of Safranbolu, famous for its influential Ottoman architecture.\n\nOnce on the train, travellers will be able to bask in a particularly lush part of the country, riding past such delights as the Yenice Forest and \u015eeker Canyon. Keen historians should hop off at Filyos for a tour of the ancient city, which dates back to the 7th century BCE and is believed to be the birthplace of Philetaerus, who founded the Attalid dynasty of Pergamon.\n\n4 Taurus Express\n\nThis rail journey is one for the history books. The Taurus Express began in 1930 as a high-end, overnight sleeper train running betweeniand Baghdad \u2013 it even features in the opening chapter of Agatha Christie\u2019s Murder on the Orient Express. Today, it operates a much shorter route, running only between Adana and Konya, and without sleeping carriages.\n\nIt\u2019s still a distinctly beautiful journey and well worth a ride. The roughly six-hour passage cuts right along the edge of the Anatolian Plateau, traversing the imposing Taurus Mountains via tunnels carved into the limestone rock, navigating the beautiful topography of the steppe and gliding over dramatic bridges and past auburn forests. Its starting point, Konya, is a city which dates back to 3,000 BCE, which was the final home of Rumi (of the Whirling Dervishes).\n\n5 Pamukkale Ekspresi Train\n\nCrossing north to south down the east of T\u00fcrkiye, this picturesque route takes passengers through the Aegean\u2019s lush and fertile landscapes between Eskisehir and Denizli. The eight-hour journey (slightly longer if you link up from the high-speed train from \u0130stanbul to Eski\u015fehir) traverses some of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s more remote landscapes, stopping at the towns of K\u00fctahya (take a look around the K\u00fctahya Museum to see examples of the region\u2019s once-famed earthen) and Afyonkarahisar.\n\nOnce at Denizli, it\u2019s worth the (relatively) short transfer to the ancient city of Hierapolis, which is 17.5 km away. These ancient ruins are famous for their hot springs, which visitors can still use today (look out for Cleopatra\u2019s Pool; one of the most popular). The region was so attractive that many ancient Romans used to retire there to die. A large necropolis filled with tombs, along with remnants of the millennia-year-old city, can be toured today. \u00a0\n\n","htmlText":"<p>T\u00fcrkiye is a vast country \u2013 it covers more than 783 km\u00b2 of land \u2013 and from its stunning Aegean Sea coastline in the west to the beautiful Black Sea shores in the north, its landscapes are replete with spectacular topography, remote rural towns and bustling cities. Boasting 40 national parks, 21 UNESCO Heritage Sites and historic ruins that date back millennia, there\u2019s plenty to explore in T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best ways to take it all in is by train. The country has a comprehensive rail system, able to carry travellers from T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s remotest regions to its urban hubs and beyond. Plus, some of these journeys are as scenic as they come. Get started on your journey of discovery with these five striking routes.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1 Touristic Dogu Express train<\/strong><\/h2><p>The Dogu Express is one of the most famous train routes in T\u00fcrkiye, travelling between the country\u2019s capital, Ankara, and Kars, an ancient city in Northeast Anatolia. Don\u2019t confuse the Touristic Dogu Express with the regular Dogu Express. The latter stops at 52 stations and features only regular seats while the Touristic Dogu Express was created specifically for visitors and runs three times a week. It stops at 25 destinations, offers 2-3 hour excursions at points along the way (Ilic and Erzurum eastbound and Erzincan, Divrigi, and Sivas westbound) and offers sleeper cabins.<\/p>\n<p>Total journey time is roughly 32 hours compared to 26 on the regular Dogu Express. Whichever you choose, the route is equally rewarding. Across the 1,310-kilometre stretch of track, travellers can enjoy some of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most beautiful landscapes. Excursions allow travellers to enjoy the likes of the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ani, sleigh tours on the frozen Lake Cildir (in the winter) and taste Ca\u011f Kebabs at Erzurum.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>2 Van Lake Express<\/strong><\/h2><p>This twice-weekly train has become a popular option for rail fans in T\u00fcrkiye. Travelling between Ankara and Tatvan in roughly 25 hours, the supremely scenic route of the Van Lake Express traverses Eastern T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s beautiful landscapes. These include the lakes of Keban Baraji, the banks of the Euphrates River and the vast Lake Van, on which the shores of Tatvan sit. Stops along the way offer multiple opportunities to see some of the country\u2019s best bits.<\/p>\n<p>Kayseri allows access to the world-famous Cappadocia, with its \u201cfairy chimneys\u201d, hot air balloon festival and underground cities. The ancient towns of Malatya and Elaz\u0131\u011f are also stops en route, while Mount Erciyes in Kayseri and the final destination of Tatvan are famed for their ski seasons. The train itself is comprehensive and offers a range of seating, from regular seats to couchettes and bed cabins, as well as a dining cart.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3 Karaelmas Tourism Express<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6666666666666666\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//38//52//86//808x539_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg/" alt=\"Views across the iconic red roofs of Safranbolu, T\u00fcrkiye.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/384x256_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/640x427_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/750x500_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/828x552_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1080x720_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1200x800_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1920x1280_cmsv2_79e7fe35-7b93-523d-a6e1-154ceab1cea7-8385286.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Views across the iconic red roofs of Safranbolu, T\u00fcrkiye.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA)<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Set to re-open in April 2024, this short, but very sweet, roughly three-hour train journey in the northwest of T\u00fcrkiye runs from the province of Karab\u00fck up to the Black Sea coast. As starting locations go, Karab\u00fck is a good one. Situated on a key east-west trading route, the province encompasses the UNESCO-listed city of Safranbolu, famous for its influential Ottoman architecture.<\/p>\n<p>Once on the train, travellers will be able to bask in a particularly lush part of the country, riding past such delights as the Yenice Forest and \u015eeker Canyon. Keen historians should hop off at Filyos for a tour of the ancient city, which dates back to the 7th century BCE and is believed to be the birthplace of Philetaerus, who founded the Attalid dynasty of Pergamon.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>4 Taurus Express<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6666\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//38//52//86//808x539_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg/" alt=\"Whirling dervishes of the Mevlevi order perform during a Sheb-i Arus ceremony in \u0130stanbul, T\u00fcrkiye.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/384x256_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/640x427_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/750x500_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/828x552_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1080x720_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1200x800_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1920x1280_cmsv2_7e62207c-7f6f-5940-827a-fd4651f6a9fd-8385286.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Whirling dervishes of the Mevlevi order perform during a Sheb-i Arus ceremony in \u0130stanbul, T\u00fcrkiye.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Emrah Gurel\/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This rail journey is one for the history books. The Taurus Express began in 1930 as a high-end, overnight sleeper train running betweeniand Baghdad \u2013 it even features in the opening chapter of Agatha Christie\u2019s <em>Murder on the Orient Express<\/em>. Today, it operates a much shorter route, running only between Adana and Konya, and without sleeping carriages.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s still a distinctly beautiful journey and well worth a ride. The roughly six-hour passage cuts right along the edge of the Anatolian Plateau, traversing the imposing Taurus Mountains via tunnels carved into the limestone rock, navigating the beautiful topography of the steppe and gliding over dramatic bridges and past auburn forests. Its starting point, Konya, is a city which dates back to 3,000 BCE, which was the final home of Rumi (of the Whirling Dervishes).<\/p>\n<h2><strong>5 Pamukkale Ekspresi Train<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6666666666666666\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//38//52//86//808x539_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg/" alt=\"Ancient City of Hierapolis, Denizli.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/384x256_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/640x427_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/750x500_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/828x552_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1080x720_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1200x800_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/1920x1280_cmsv2_f95c0e96-8492-5bd9-aa56-c1da6795f559-8385286.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Ancient City of Hierapolis, Denizli.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA)<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Crossing north to south down the east of T\u00fcrkiye, this picturesque route takes passengers through the Aegean\u2019s lush and fertile landscapes between Eskisehir and Denizli. The eight-hour journey (slightly longer if you link up from the high-speed train from \u0130stanbul to Eski\u015fehir) traverses some of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s more remote landscapes, stopping at the towns of K\u00fctahya (take a look around the K\u00fctahya Museum to see examples of the region\u2019s once-famed earthen) and Afyonkarahisar.<\/p>\n<p>Once at Denizli, it\u2019s worth the (relatively) short transfer to the ancient city of Hierapolis, which is 17.5 km away. These ancient ruins are famous for their hot springs, which visitors can still use today (look out for Cleopatra\u2019s Pool; one of the most popular). The region was so attractive that many ancient Romans used to retire there to die. A large necropolis filled with tombs, along with remnants of the millennia-year-old city, can be toured today. \u00a0<\/p>\n","hashtag":null,"createdAt":1713538538,"updatedAt":1713780115,"publishedAt":1713780058,"firstPublishedAt":1713540795,"lastPublishedAt":1713780115,"expiresAt":0,"images":[{"url":"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/38\/52\/86\/{{w}}x{{h}}_cmsv2_27cdca3a-6748-5127-aa41-0fb2ff325456-8385286.jpg","altText":"The Akdamar church on Akdamar Island. Lake Van, T\u00fcrkiye.","caption":"The Akdamar church on Akdamar Island. 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No departure date has yet been set.\u00a0 \n\n\nOrganisers say other vessels from the region might join the flotilla en route. \n\nIsraeli media has said the flotilla's departure - already delayed several times - could be \"postponed indefinitely\".\u00a0 \n\nNorthern Gaza in particular is rapidly sinking into humanitarian disaster after months of military onslaught and choked aid supplies. \n\nA top United Nation official appealed for \u20ac2.6 billion on Tuesday to provide desperately needed aid to three million Palestinians, stressing that preventing a looming famine in war-torn Gaza requires not only food but sanitation, water and health facilities. \n\nAccording to Israeli officials, on Thursday alone 276 trucks with food and other aid entered Gaza. 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No departure date has yet been set.\u00a0 <\/p>\n<p>Organisers say other vessels from the region might join the flotilla en route.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-tweet widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio\u2014auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <div class=\"widget__tweet\" data-tweet-id=\"1775427281458008133\"><\/div>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Israeli media has said the flotilla's departure - already delayed several times - could be \"postponed indefinitely\".\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Northern Gaza in particular is rapidly <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2024//04//17//un-calls-for-26-billion-in-funding-to-urgently-help-3-million-palestinians-in-need-of-food/">sinking into humanitarian disaster after months of military onslaught and choked aid supplies.<\/p>\n<p>A top United Nation official appealed for \u20ac2.6 billion on Tuesday to provide desperately needed aid to three million Palestinians, stressing that preventing a looming famine in war-torn Gaza requires not only food but sanitation, water and health facilities.<\/p>\n<p>According to Israeli officials, on Thursday alone 276 trucks with food and other aid entered Gaza. 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Applicants are accepted from most EU countries as well as the UK, USA and Canada.<\/p>\n<p>Additional prerequisites include holding a university degree, having an employment or business contract and being able to prove a monthly income of $3,000 (\u20ac2,800) or an annual one of $36,000 (\u20ac33,800).<\/p>\n<h2>How can you apply for T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s digital nomad visa?<\/h2><p>Applicants can register and upload their documents - including a passport with six-month validity and a photo - on the dedicated Digital Nomad GoT\u00fcrkiye website.<\/p>\n<p>If the application is accepted, you will be issued a <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2023//11//10//which-digital-nomad-visas-offer-the-longest-stays-lowest-fees-and-easiest-applications/">Digital Nomad<\/strong><\/a> Identification Certificate which you can then take to a Turkish visa centre or consulate in your place of residence.<\/p>\n<h2>The best locations for digital nomads in T\u00fcrkiye<\/h2><p>The <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//02//05//always-wanted-to-live-in-japan-a-new-digital-nomad-visa-is-launching-next-month/">digital nomad<\/strong><\/a> website also promotes destinations around the country as prime spots for <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2023//08//25//want-to-move-to-czech-republic-a-new-digital-nomad-visa-hopes-to-attract-skilled-workers/">remote workers<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Istanbul is \u201ca business centre with large companies and small start-ups, a metropole of 20 million inhabitants, a meeting point of different cultures [and] a historical centre where the paths of millennia-old civilisations converge.\u201d<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"7143882,6826906\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//04//08//italys-digital-nomad-visa-when-it-will-be-available-and-who-can-get-it-according-to-an-exp/">Italy has launched its digital nomad visa: Here\u2019s who is eligible and how to apply <\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//04//15//want-to-move-to-europe-here-are-all-the-digital-nomads-visas-available-for-remote-workers/">Want to move to Europe? 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THIRD LARGEST COCAINE HAUL","channels":[{"id":1},{"id":2},{"id":3},{"id":4},{"id":5},{"id":10},{"id":12},{"id":14}],"status":2,"title":"Turkish police seize third largest cocaine haul in country's history","titleSeo":null,"titleListing1":"Turkish police seize third largest cocaine haul in country's history","titleListing2":"Turkish police seize third largest cocaine haul in country's history","leadin":"Groups monitoring organised crime warn that the country is becoming an entry point for drugs reaching Europe.","summary":"Groups monitoring organised crime warn that the country is becoming an entry point for drugs reaching Europe.","keySentence":"","url":"turkish-police-seize-third-largest-cocaine-haul-in-countrys-history","canonical":"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/2024\/04\/11\/turkish-police-seize-third-largest-cocaine-haul-in-countrys-history","masterCms":"v2","plainText":"Turkish police have seized the third largest haul of cocaine in the country\u2019s history, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on Thursday. \n\nSome 608 kilograms of cocaine, most of it in liquid form, were confiscated in an operation across three provinces, Yerlikaya posted on the social media platform X.\u00a0 \n\nNearly 830 kilograms of precursor chemicals used to process the drug were also seized. \n\nYerlikaya said the police operation targeted an international gang allegedly led by a Lebanese-Venezuelan national, who was among four foreign members of the \u201corganized crime group\" detained, along with nine Turks. \n\n\u201cThe amount of cocaine seized in the \u2026 operation was the third largest amount of cocaine seized at one time in Turkey,\" the minister added. \n\nGroups monitoring organized crime say Turkey is growing as a transit hub for cocaine coming from South America to Europe as security at ports such as Rotterdam in the Netherlands becomes tighter. \n\nRise in cocaine seizures not reflected in data, report says \n\nIn a report dated October last year, the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime said a 44% rise in cocaine seizures in Turkey between 2021 and 2022 was not reflected in data on domestic consumption, \u201csuggesting that the country is likely to serve as a drug corridor.\u201d \n\nOfficials made Turkey's largest seizure - 1.1 tonnes of cocaine hidden in a consignment of bananas from Ecuador - at the Mediterranean port of Mersin in 2021. \n\nSince coming to office in June last year, Yerlikaya has overseen a clampdown on organized crime in Turkey to counter claims the country has become a haven for foreign gangsters. \n\nHe regularly posts details of the latest police operation to target drug traffickers, fraudsters and other criminals. \n\nThursday\u2019s social media post included a video, overlaid with dramatic music, showing apparent surveillance footage, large plastic containers and a pressing machine. \n\nThe operation was led by anti-narcotics officers based in Kocaeli, which lies southeast of Istanbul, but also included investigations in Tekirdag to Istanbul\u2019s northwest and in the Mediterranean province of Antalya. \n\nThe gang used vineyards in Tekirdag and Antalya to store chemicals and process the cocaine, which had been disguised in fertilizer, according to Yerlikaya. A shotgun was also recovered by police, he added. \n\n\u201cWe will not tolerate poison traffickers, organized crime groups and gangs, whether national or international,\u201d the minister wrote. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>Turkish police have seized the third largest haul of cocaine in the country\u2019s history, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on Thursday.<\/p>\n<p>Some 608 kilograms of cocaine, most of it in liquid form, were confiscated in an operation across three provinces, Yerlikaya posted on the social media platform X.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Nearly 830 kilograms of precursor chemicals used to process the drug were also seized.<\/p>\n<p>Yerlikaya said the police operation targeted an international gang allegedly led by a Lebanese-Venezuelan national, who was among four foreign members of the \u201corganized crime group\" detained, along with nine Turks.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe amount of cocaine seized in the \u2026 operation was the third largest amount of cocaine seized at one time in Turkey,\" the minister added.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-tweet widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio\u2014auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <div class=\"widget__tweet\" data-tweet-id=\"1778280655471738978\"><\/div>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Groups monitoring organized crime say Turkey is growing as a transit hub for cocaine coming from South America to Europe as security at ports such as Rotterdam in the Netherlands becomes tighter.<\/p>\n<h2>Rise in cocaine seizures not reflected in data, report says<\/h2><p>In a report dated October last year, the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime said a 44% rise in cocaine seizures in Turkey between 2021 and 2022 was not reflected in data on domestic consumption, \u201csuggesting that the country is likely to serve as a drug corridor.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Officials made Turkey's largest seizure - 1.1 tonnes of cocaine hidden in a consignment of bananas from Ecuador - at the Mediterranean port of Mersin in 2021.<\/p>\n<p>Since coming to office in June last year, Yerlikaya has overseen a clampdown on organized crime in Turkey to counter claims the country has become a haven for foreign gangsters.<\/p>\n<p>He regularly posts details of the latest police operation to target drug traffickers, fraudsters and other criminals.<\/p>\n<p>Thursday\u2019s social media post included a video, overlaid with dramatic music, showing apparent surveillance footage, large plastic containers and a pressing machine.<\/p>\n<p>The operation was led by anti-narcotics officers based in Kocaeli, which lies southeast of Istanbul, but also included investigations in Tekirdag to Istanbul\u2019s northwest and in the Mediterranean province of Antalya.<\/p>\n<p>The gang used vineyards in Tekirdag and Antalya to store chemicals and process the cocaine, which had been disguised in fertilizer, according to Yerlikaya. 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It will be a crucial tool for people to see and get to know the culture.\u201d \n\nThe first passenger service is expected to begin on 19 April departing from Ankara with the return journey from Diyarbak\u0131r on 21 April. \n\nNew Turkish tourist train takes travellers around cultural treasures \n\nThe Mesopotamia Express has nine sleeping cars and one dining carriage and has a maximum capacity of 180 passengers. \n\nThe cabins sleep two people and prices start at TL 9,000 (\u20ac257) for the outbound journey and TL 8,000 (\u20ac230) for the return. \n\nPassengers can expect seats that convert into beds overnight plus amenities including a fridge, sink, wardrobe and heating. \n\nDuring the 1,051-kilometre journey, you can wend through rugged desert landscapes and past the snow-dusted peak of Mount Erciyes, a dormant volcano that reaches an altitude of 3,916 metres. \n\nThe train makes three stops along the way. Passengers have three hours to explore Kayseri and Malatya and a four-hour stop in Elaz\u0131\u011f. \n\nDuring the stops, travellers can taste regional dishes and visit archaeological attractions. \n\nKayseri, the historic capital of Cappadocia , is renowned for its Seljuk-era sites - mosques , tombs and theological schools dating from the 13th century. \n\nThe city is home to T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s oldest Seljuk mosque dating from 1238 - the Hunat Hatun Mosque complex still includes a working hamam with separate sections for men and women. \n\nNear Malatya, another ancient city, passengers can visit the UNESCO-designated Arslantepe Mound, an open-air museum of palaces, temples, mural paintings and statues dating as far back as 3000 BC. \n\nThe Malatya region is known as the \u2018land of apricots\u2019 and supplies around 50 per cent of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s fresh apricots and 95 per cent of its dried. \n\nIn Elaz\u0131\u011f, travellers can find one of the richest cuisines in T\u00fcrkiye. Look out for Keleco\u015f, fried meat and onion served on flatbread softened in yoghurt, I\u015fk\u0131n yeme\u011fi, a wild rhubarb dish and K\u00f6mme, baked filo pastry rounds stuffed with layers of meat and walnut paste. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>Travellers to T\u00fcrkiye will soon be able to explore some of its historic treasures and culinary delights with a new tourist train.<\/p>\n<p>The Mesopotamia Express departs from the capital Ankara and meanders through the country\u2019s inner, eastern and southeastern Anatolian regions.<\/p>\n<p>The train stops at destinations including Kayseri, Malatya and Elaz\u0131\u011f with enough time for sightseeing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is crucial for developing tourism in our city and region,\u201d Mehmet Kaya, president of the Diyarbak\u0131r Chamber of Commerce and Industry, told Turkish media.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe have made every effort to ensure people see and get to know the region. It will be a crucial tool for people to see and get to know the culture.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The first passenger service is expected to begin on 19 April departing from <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2022//10//12//turkey-is-open-for-european-travellers-here-are-the-five-best-things-to-do/">Ankara with the return journey from Diyarbak\u0131r on 21 April.<\/p>\n<h2>New Turkish tourist train takes travellers around cultural treasures<\/h2><p>The Mesopotamia Express has nine <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//03//25//european-sleeper-new-brussels-prague-night-train-aims-to-hit-the-tracks-next-year/">sleeping cars and one dining carriage and has a maximum capacity of 180 passengers.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//02//20//good-night-train-visit-seven-of-europes-top-cities-on-this-new-sleeper-route/">cabins sleep two people and prices start at TL 9,000 (\u20ac257) for the outbound journey and TL 8,000 (\u20ac230) for the return.<\/p>\n<p>Passengers can expect seats that convert into beds overnight plus amenities including a fridge, sink, wardrobe and heating.<\/p>\n<p>During the 1,051-kilometre journey, you can wend through rugged desert landscapes and past the snow-dusted peak of Mount Erciyes, a dormant volcano that reaches an altitude of 3,916 metres.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2022//09//14//slow-travel-this-32-hour-train-journey-lets-you-take-in-the-sights-and-party-on-board/">train makes three stops along the way. Passengers have three hours to explore Kayseri and Malatya and a four-hour stop in Elaz\u0131\u011f.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-ease-in-up widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6666666666666666\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//36//27//82//808x539_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg/" alt=\"Kayseri is the historic capital of Cappadocia.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/36\/27\/82\/384x256_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/36\/27\/82\/640x427_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/36\/27\/82\/750x500_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/36\/27\/82\/828x552_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/36\/27\/82\/1080x720_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/36\/27\/82\/1200x800_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/36\/27\/82\/1920x1280_cmsv2_4a732310-620f-5351-842c-045356c2b30d-8362782.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Kayseri is the historic capital of Cappadocia.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Aydin Hassan<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>During the stops, travellers can taste regional dishes and visit archaeological attractions.<\/p>\n<p>Kayseri, the historic capital of <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2023//06//27//in-cappadocia-ancient-cave-cooking-and-millennia-old-food-traditions-live-on/">Cappadocia, is renowned for its Seljuk-era sites - <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//01//18//istanbuls-hagia-sophia-mosque-has-introduced-an-entry-fee-here-are-some-free-alternatives/">mosques, tombs and theological schools dating from the 13th century.<\/p>\n<p>The city is home to T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s oldest Seljuk mosque dating from 1238 - the Hunat Hatun Mosque complex still includes a working hamam with separate sections for men and women.<\/p>\n<p>Near Malatya, another ancient city, passengers can visit the <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//04//08//ancient-cities-and-ottoman-splendour-turkiyes-must-see-unesco-sites/">UNESCO-designated Arslantepe Mound, an open-air museum of palaces, temples, mural paintings and statues dating as far back as 3000 BC.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8048082,7730702\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2023//07//05//swap-saint-tropez-for-bargain-luxury-on-turkeys-turquoise-coast-this-summer/">Swap Saint Tropez for bargain luxury on Turkey\u2019s turquoise coast this summer<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//travel//2024//02//26//turkey-instead-of-saint-tropez-destination-dupes-could-help-you-avoid-the-crowds-in-2024/">Turkey instead of Saint Tropez? 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These diverse sites span vast eras and periods, revealing fascinating\u00a0evidence of ancient civilisations and distinctive architecture, some dating back as far as\u00a09,600 BCE. \n\nEverything from ancient cities to gilded palaces, from first settlements to the oldest known\u00a0love poem and peace treaty can be found spread across T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s stunning countryside\u00a0and cities, its vast size, history and influence commemorated through these protected\u00a0points of history. \n\nHere are five sites not to miss on your next trip. \n\n1 G\u00f6beklitepe \n\nIf you thought Stonehenge or the Pyramids in Giza were old, think again. The collection of\u00a0megaliths in this historical site in \u015eanl\u0131urfa is considered to be much older than either of\u00a0those famed locations \u2013 and the oldest of their kind in the world, dating back to 9,600\u00a0BCE. This mesmerising neolithic settlement sits perched on a 15-metre-high tell (an\u00a0artificially created hill) on the Harran Plain in southeastern T\u00fcrkiye and is composed\u00a0primarily of circular stone structures lined by T-shaped limestone pillars. \n\nMany of these pillars are decorated with intriguing details such as wild animals and\u00a0clothing. Four circular structures have been uncovered to date, though it\u2019s believed there\u00a0are many more, with perhaps 200 pillars at this site alone. G\u00f6beklitepe is part of a 200-km-wide area being excavated as part of the Ta\u015f Tepeler project and, in addition to the\u00a0temples, the remains of domestic buildings, quarries and cisterns lie at the site. These\u00a0mark some of the earliest evidence of settled humani in the world, reaching back to the\u00a0Pre-pottery Neolithic period, which began right after the last Ice Age. \n\n2 The ancient city of Ani \n\nThe mystical ruins of this extensive mediaeval city loom over a ravine in Northeast\u00a0T\u00fcrkiye. Historically, however, Ani was the capital of the medieval (Armenian) kingdom of\u00a0the Bagratides and boasted an influential position on the Silk Road. With origins stretching\u00a0back to at least the 5th century, Ani was occupied over the years by a variety of\u00a0civilisations, including the Byzantines, Safavids and Ottomans, creating a rich cultural mix\u00a0of languages and religions. \n\nToday, the ruins \u2013 which include cathedrals, churches and extensive city walls \u2013 provide\u00a0great insight into the architectural designs of the time, dated between the 7th and 13th\u00a0centuries CE. A Mongol invasion in 1236 and a devastating earthquake in 1319\u00a0contributed significantly to the city\u2019s decline, but a surprising amount of the buildings remain, jutting boldly from the region\u2019s vast highland landscape. \n\n3 The ancient city of Aphrodisias \n\nMade up of two sites \u2013 the archaeological remains of the city of Aphrodisias and the\u00a0marble quarries beyond it \u2013 this ancient site in western Anatolia is one of the best-preserved in all of T\u00fcrkiye. The main temple is estimated to have been built in the 3rd\u00a0century BCE, while the city surrounding it was constructed nearly a century later. \n\nVisitors can wander through more than 150 hectares of land, weaving between impressive\u00a0structures such as temples, bath complexes, an agora and a stadium able to seat 30,000\u00a0people. Due to the high quality of the area\u2019s pale-coloured and abundant marble, many\u00a0inscriptions are still legible and sculptures intact. The Aphrodisias Museum boasts a vast\u00a0swathe of artefacts collected during the site\u2019s excavation and is well worth a visit before\u00a0departing. \n\n4 The ancient city of Pergamum \n\nPergamum was an ancient city that, at its height, was a key cultural, religious and trading\u00a0hub for the Hellenistic Attalid dynasty. Sitting atop a dramatic, cliff-edged mesa, the city \u2013\u00a0founded in the 3rd century BCE \u2013 overlooked the Caicus Plain in Mysia, now northwestern\u00a0T\u00fcrkiye, and was one of the seven churches of Asia mentioned in the New Testament\u00a0Book of Revelation. \n\nThe ruins are crowned by the Acropolis of Pergamum, whose architectural remains are\u00a0described by UNESCO as \u201can outstanding ensemble of the Hellenistic Period\u201d. Other\u00a0features include altars, stoas, a library, a gymnasium, a theatre and various temples.\u00a0Burial mounds and remnants of other civilizations that dominated the area over different\u00a0periods dot the landscape leading down to the modern-day city of Bergama. \n\n5 Historic areas of \u0130stanbul \n\n\u0130stanbul is a city quite unlike any other. Its unique position on the Bosphorus, straddling\u00a0the Asia-Europe continental divide, has lent it a nearly unmatched state of cultural\u00a0significance. Unsurprisingly, it holds a plethora of ancient historic buildings and artefacts,\u00a0four of which are now designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. \n\nAny visitor to the city should seek out these incredible regions, which include the\u00a0Sultanahmet Archaeological Park (featuring the Hagia Sophia, Topkap\u0131 Palace and\u00a0Hippodrome of Constantine), the Zeyrek area (including the Zeyrek Mosque and its\u00a0surroundings), the S\u00fcleymaniye quarter (including the S\u00fcleymaniye Mosque complex,\u00a0bazaars and surrounding settlement) and the distinctive city walls and ramparts (including\u00a0the remains of the former Blachernae Palace). \n\n","htmlText":"<p>T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s rich cultural heritage is mirrored in the 21 properties it boasts on the UNESCO\u00a0World Heritage List. These diverse sites span vast eras and periods, revealing fascinating\u00a0evidence of ancient civilisations and distinctive architecture, some dating back as far as\u00a09,600 BCE.<\/p>\n<p>Everything from ancient cities to gilded palaces, from first settlements to the oldest known\u00a0love poem and peace treaty can be found spread across T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s stunning countryside\u00a0and cities, its vast size, history and influence commemorated through these protected\u00a0points of history.<\/p>\n<p>Here are five sites not to miss on your next trip.<\/p>\n<h2>1 G\u00f6beklitepe<\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6675\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//35//45//52//808x539_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg/" alt=\"G\u00f6beklitepe archaeological site, \u015eanl\u0131urfa\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/384x256_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/640x427_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/750x501_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/828x553_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1080x721_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1200x801_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1920x1282_cmsv2_6d6218c8-34a7-518d-a1e8-6b6c9a8c63ba-8354552.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">G\u00f6beklitepe archaeological site, \u015eanl\u0131urfa<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA)<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you thought Stonehenge or the Pyramids in Giza were old, think again. The collection of\u00a0megaliths in this historical site in \u015eanl\u0131urfa is considered to be much older than either of\u00a0those famed locations \u2013 and the oldest of their kind in the world, dating back to 9,600\u00a0BCE. This mesmerising neolithic settlement sits perched on a 15-metre-high tell (an\u00a0artificially created hill) on the Harran Plain in southeastern T\u00fcrkiye and is composed\u00a0primarily of circular stone structures lined by T-shaped limestone pillars.<\/p>\n<p>Many of these pillars are decorated with intriguing details such as wild animals and\u00a0clothing. Four circular structures have been uncovered to date, though it\u2019s believed there\u00a0are many more, with perhaps 200 pillars at this site alone. G\u00f6beklitepe is part of a 200-km-wide area being excavated as part of the Ta\u015f Tepeler project and, in addition to the\u00a0temples, the remains of domestic buildings, quarries and cisterns lie at the site. These\u00a0mark some of the earliest evidence of settled humani in the world, reaching back to the\u00a0Pre-pottery Neolithic period, which began right after the last Ice Age.<\/p>\n<h2>2 The ancient city of Ani<\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.66675\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//35//45//52//808x539_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg/" alt=\"Ani ruins, Kars\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/384x256_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/640x427_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/750x500_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/828x552_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1080x720_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1200x800_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1920x1280_cmsv2_16208512-2add-5c53-8316-745b4b2c799d-8354552.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Ani ruins, Kars<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA)<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The mystical ruins of this extensive mediaeval city loom over a ravine in Northeast\u00a0T\u00fcrkiye. Historically, however, Ani was the capital of the medieval (Armenian) kingdom of\u00a0the Bagratides and boasted an influential position on the Silk Road. With origins stretching\u00a0back to at least the 5th century, Ani was occupied over the years by a variety of\u00a0civilisations, including the Byzantines, Safavids and Ottomans, creating a rich cultural mix\u00a0of languages and religions.<\/p>\n<p>Today, the ruins \u2013 which include cathedrals, churches and extensive city walls \u2013 provide\u00a0great insight into the architectural designs of the time, dated between the 7th and 13th\u00a0centuries CE. A Mongol invasion in 1236 and a devastating earthquake in 1319\u00a0contributed significantly to the city\u2019s decline, but a surprising amount of the buildings remain, jutting boldly from the region\u2019s vast highland landscape.<\/p>\n<h2>3 The ancient city of Aphrodisias<\/h2><p>Made up of two sites \u2013 the archaeological remains of the city of Aphrodisias and the\u00a0marble quarries beyond it \u2013 this ancient site in western Anatolia is one of the best-preserved in all of T\u00fcrkiye. The main temple is estimated to have been built in the 3rd\u00a0century BCE, while the city surrounding it was constructed nearly a century later.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors can wander through more than 150 hectares of land, weaving between impressive\u00a0structures such as temples, bath complexes, an agora and a stadium able to seat 30,000\u00a0people. Due to the high quality of the area\u2019s pale-coloured and abundant marble, many\u00a0inscriptions are still legible and sculptures intact. The Aphrodisias Museum boasts a vast\u00a0swathe of artefacts collected during the site\u2019s excavation and is well worth a visit before\u00a0departing.<\/p>\n<h2>4 The ancient city of Pergamum<\/h2><p>Pergamum was an ancient city that, at its height, was a key cultural, religious and trading\u00a0hub for the Hellenistic Attalid dynasty. Sitting atop a dramatic, cliff-edged mesa, the city \u2013\u00a0founded in the 3rd century BCE \u2013 overlooked the Caicus Plain in Mysia, now northwestern\u00a0T\u00fcrkiye, and was one of the seven churches of Asia mentioned in the New Testament\u00a0Book of Revelation.<\/p>\n<p>The ruins are crowned by the Acropolis of Pergamum, whose architectural remains are\u00a0described by UNESCO as \u201can outstanding ensemble of the Hellenistic Period\u201d. Other\u00a0features include altars, stoas, a library, a gymnasium, a theatre and various temples.\u00a0Burial mounds and remnants of other civilizations that dominated the area over different\u00a0periods dot the landscape leading down to the modern-day city of Bergama.<\/p>\n<h2>5 Historic areas of \u0130stanbul<\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.66675\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//35//45//52//808x539_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg/" alt=\"Topkap\u0131 Palace, \u0130stanbul\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/384x256_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/640x427_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/750x500_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/828x552_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1080x720_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1200x800_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/1920x1280_cmsv2_083956c9-ca31-5465-a36d-079dc1a0d1f1-8354552.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Topkap\u0131 Palace, \u0130stanbul<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA)<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u0130stanbul is a city quite unlike any other. Its unique position on the Bosphorus, straddling\u00a0the Asia-Europe continental divide, has lent it a nearly unmatched state of cultural\u00a0significance. Unsurprisingly, it holds a plethora of ancient historic buildings and artefacts,\u00a0four of which are now designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.<\/p>\n<p>Any visitor to the city should seek out these incredible regions, which include the\u00a0Sultanahmet Archaeological Park (featuring the Hagia Sophia, Topkap\u0131 Palace and\u00a0Hippodrome of Constantine), the Zeyrek area (including the Zeyrek Mosque and its\u00a0surroundings), the S\u00fcleymaniye quarter (including the S\u00fcleymaniye Mosque complex,\u00a0bazaars and surrounding settlement) and the distinctive city walls and ramparts (including\u00a0the remains of the former Blachernae Palace).<\/p>\n","hashtag":null,"createdAt":1712329265,"updatedAt":1712566885,"publishedAt":1712563241,"firstPublishedAt":1712332801,"lastPublishedAt":1712566884,"expiresAt":0,"images":[{"sourceUrl":null,"sourceCredit":null,"callToActionUrl":null,"captionCredit":"T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) ","altText":"Pergamum ruins, \u0130zmir","callToActionText":null,"width":4000,"caption":"Pergamum ruins, \u0130zmir","url":"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/35\/45\/52\/{{w}}x{{h}}_cmsv2_aab5feec-faba-560c-938d-625df98889e5-8354552.jpg","captionUrl":null,"height":2667}],"authors":{"journalists":[{"urlSafeValue":"wybrew","twitter":null,"title":"Ally Wybrew"}],"producers":[],"videoEditor":[]},"keywords":[{"urlSafeValue":"tourism","titleRaw":"Tourism","id":4221,"title":"Tourism","slug":"tourism"},{"urlSafeValue":"travel","titleRaw":"Travel","id":12639,"title":"Travel","slug":"travel"},{"urlSafeValue":"turkey","titleRaw":"Turkiye (Turkey)","id":284,"title":"Turkiye (Turkey)","slug":"turkey"},{"urlSafeValue":"unesco","titleRaw":"UNESCO","id":8057,"title":"UNESCO","slug":"unesco"}],"widgets":[{"count":3,"slug":"image"}],"related":[],"technicalTags":[{"path":"sponsor.turkiyearticles"},{"path":"sponsor"}],"externalPartners":[],"video":0,"videos":[],"liveStream":[{"endDate":0,"startDate":0}],"scribbleLiveId":0,"scribbleLiveRibbon":0,"isLiveCoverage":0,"sourceId":1,"sources":[],"externalSource":null,"additionalSources":"","additionalReporting":"","freeField1":null,"freeField2":"","type":"normal","displayType":"default","program":{"id":"destinations","urlSafeValue":"destinations","title":"Destinations","online":0,"url":"\/\/www.euronews.com\/travel\/destinations\/destinations"},"vertical":"travel","verticals":[{"urlSafeValue":"travel","id":7,"title":"Travel","slug":"travel"}],"primaryVertical":{"id":7,"slug":"travel","urlSafeValue":"travel","title":"Travel"},"themes":[{"urlSafeValue":"destinations","id":"destinations","title":"Destinations","url":"\/\/www.euronews.com\/travel\/destinations"}],"primaryTheme":{"id":28,"urlSafeValue":"destinations","title":"Destinations"},"advertising":1,"advertisingData":{"startDate":1677690493,"endDate":2114356098,"type":"sponsored","slug":"goturkiye-2023","title":"GoT\u00fcrkiye 2023","disclaimerLabelKey":null,"sponsor":"GoT\u00fcrkiye","sponsorName":"goturkiye-2023","sponsorUrl":"https:\/\/goturkiye.com","sponsorLogo":"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/campaigns\/630\/180x82_cmsv2_a5ac92ed-9975-55ca-98f2-c30f1556e7df-630.jpg","sponsorLogoReverse":"","isDfp":0},"geoLocation":{"lat":0,"lon":0},"location":1,"continent":{"id":104,"urlSafeValue":"europe","title":"Europe"},"country":{"id":284,"urlSafeValue":"turkey","title":"Turkey","url":"\/news\/europe\/turkey"},"town":[],"grapeshot":"'gv_safe','gt_positive','gs_science','gb_safe','gb_safe_from_high','gb_safe_from_high_med','pos_equinor','pos_facebook','pos_pmi','pos_ukraine-russia','pos_ukrainecrisis','gs_society','gs_fineart','gs_science_geography','gs_science_misc','gs_society_religion','gt_positive_love','progressivemedia','neg_mobkoi_castrol','gt_positive_curiosity','gs_society_dating','neg_facebook_q4','neg_religion_google_en'","versions":[],"programDeliverable":{"slug":"sujet","format":"default"},"showOpinionDisclaimer":0,"allViews":0,"allViewsMeta":{"pointOfView":[],"survey":[],"tweetId":0,"tweet2NdId":0,"displayOverlay":0},"storyTranslationMethod":[],"localisation":[],"path":"\/travel\/2024\/04\/08\/ancient-cities-and-ottoman-splendour-turkiyes-must-see-unesco-sites","lastModified":1712566884},{"id":2513522,"cid":8349220,"versionId":1,"archive":0,"housenumber":"240403_ECSU_55206695","owner":"euronews","isMagazine":0,"isBreakingNews":0,"daletEventName":"Turkey inflation soars to highest since November 2022 at 68.5%","channels":[{"id":1},{"id":2},{"id":3},{"id":4},{"id":5},{"id":10},{"id":12},{"id":14}],"status":2,"title":"Turkey's inflation figure soars to hit its highest level since November 2022","titleSeo":null,"titleListing1":"Turkey's inflation figure soars to highest level since November 2022","titleListing2":"Why has Turkish inflation hit its highest level since November 2022? Find out here...","leadin":"Turkey's March inflation figure came in lower than analyst estimates, but was still higher than February's, because of higher transport and housing prices.","summary":"Turkey's March inflation figure came in lower than analyst estimates, but was still higher than February's, because of higher transport and housing prices.","keySentence":"","url":"turkeys-inflation-figure-soars-to-hit-its-highest-level-since-november-2022","canonical":"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/business\/2024\/04\/03\/turkeys-inflation-figure-soars-to-hit-its-highest-level-since-november-2022","masterCms":"v2","plainText":"Turkey is still grappling with stickier-than-anticipated inflation, with March 2024's year-on-year inflation print coming in at 68.5%, according to the Turkish Statistical Institute.\u00a0 \n\nThis was the highest reading since November 2022, although slightly less than analyst expectations of 69.10%. However, it was still more than February's 67.07%. \n\nThe increase in March's inflation number was mainly due to transport inflation increasing to 79.92% from 77.98% in the previous month, as well as utilities and housing prices rising 51.17% from 49.07% in February. \n\nSimilarly, household equipment, furnishings and routine maintenance prices also rose 63.72% in March, from 62.92%, with footwear and clothing prices also rising to 50.10% from 43.44%. Cafes, hostels and restaurants' inflation also increased slightly to 94.97% up from 94.78%. \n\nFood inflation, however, was down in March, at 70.41%, from 71.12% in the previous month. \n\nCore inflation inched up to 75.21% from 72.89%, whereas month-on-month inflation dropped to 3.16% from 4.53% in February, primarily due to the declining impact of wage adjustments and earlier price increases. \n\nTurkey's current interest rate stands at 45%. \n\nHigher cost of living costs Erdogan local elections \n\nTurkey's nationwide local elections were held on Sunday 31 March and saw current President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's party, the Justice and Development Party, better known as the AK Party, being dealt with their worst electoral defeat. \n\nSecular opposition party, CHP, or the Republican People's Party, headed by Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul, secured a historic landslide victory in the key cities of Ankara and Istanbul. This reiterated Turkey's opposition party as a force to be reckoned with, with Imamoglu currently being seen as Erdogan's main rival. \n\nErdogan's defeat, despite fierce campaigning, was mainly due to sky-high inflation for the last several months, as well as unhappy Islamist voters.\u00a0 \n\nImamoglu, on the other hand, has been steadily gaining support outside his party's own circle. He\u00a0 has also been highly praised for managing to secure voters from across the economic and social divide.\u00a0 \n\nErdogan has come under heavy criticism over Turkey\u2019s current soaring cost of living and housing crisis, brought on by his unconventional stance on monetary policy. Earlier, he had insisted on cutting interest rates, instead of raising them, in order to tame inflation, in stark contrast to what the rest of the world's major central banks were doing. This led to the cost of living increasing even faster, as the Turkish lira plunged. \n\nAt the time, the country's central bank was also prioritising growth and export competitiveness ahead of the need to slow down inflation. \n\nHowever, when that approach to inflation failed, Turkey's central bank hastily reversed its position, under the guidance of the then-governor Hafize Gaye Erkan. \n\nThe AK Party still has significant influence in south-east and central Turkey, especially cities such Gaziantep and Kahramanmaras, which were badly hit by the February 2023 earthquake. However, Adiyaman has now slipped out of its control. \n\nThe CHP controls several areas of the south, west and north of the country. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>Turkey is still grappling with stickier-than-anticipated inflation, with March 2024's year-on-year inflation print coming in at 68.5%, according to the Turkish Statistical Institute.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This was the highest reading since November 2022, although slightly less than analyst expectations of 69.10%. However, it was still more than February's 67.07%.<\/p>\n<p>The increase in March's inflation number was mainly due to transport inflation increasing to 79.92% from 77.98% in the previous month, as well as utilities and housing prices rising 51.17% from 49.07% in February.<\/p>\n<p>Similarly, household equipment, furnishings and routine maintenance prices also rose 63.72% in March, from 62.92%, with footwear and clothing prices also rising to 50.10% from 43.44%. Cafes, hostels and restaurants' inflation also increased slightly to 94.97% up from 94.78%.<\/p>\n<p>Food inflation, however, was down in March, at 70.41%, from 71.12% in the previous month.<\/p>\n<p>Core inflation inched up to 75.21% from 72.89%, whereas month-on-month inflation dropped to 3.16% from 4.53% in February, primarily due to the declining impact of wage adjustments and earlier price increases.<\/p>\n<p>Turkey's current interest rate stands at 45%.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8339616,8346366\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//04//02//inflation-cools-in-germany-as-interest-rates-hamper-growth-and-hopes-rise-for-a-rate-cut/">Inflation cools in Germany as interest rates hamper growth and hopes rise for a rate cut<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//04//03//where-bitcoin-is-going-to-be-in-10-yearsespecially-if-it-teams-up-with-ai/">Where Bitcoin is going to be in 10 years...especially if it teams up with AI<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2>Higher cost of living costs Erdogan local elections<\/h2><p>Turkey's nationwide local elections were held on Sunday 31 March and saw current President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's party, the Justice and Development Party, better known as the AK Party, being dealt with their worst electoral defeat.<\/p>\n<p>Secular opposition party, CHP, or the Republican People's Party, headed by Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul, secured a historic landslide victory in the key cities of Ankara and Istanbul. This reiterated Turkey's opposition party as a force to be reckoned with, with Imamoglu currently being seen as Erdogan's main rival.<\/p>\n<p>Erdogan's defeat, despite fierce campaigning, was mainly due to sky-high inflation for the last several months, as well as unhappy Islamist voters.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Imamoglu, on the other hand, has been steadily gaining support outside his party's own circle. He\u00a0has also been highly praised for managing to secure voters from across the economic and social divide.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Erdogan has come under heavy criticism over Turkey\u2019s current soaring cost of living and housing crisis, brought on by his unconventional stance on monetary policy. Earlier, he had insisted on cutting interest rates, instead of raising them, in order to tame inflation, in stark contrast to what the rest of the world's major central banks were doing. This led to the cost of living increasing even faster, as the Turkish lira plunged.<\/p>\n<p>At the time, the country's central bank was also prioritising growth and export competitiveness ahead of the need to slow down inflation.<\/p>\n<p>However, when that approach to inflation failed, Turkey's central bank hastily reversed its position, under the guidance of the then-governor Hafize Gaye Erkan.<\/p>\n<p>The AK Party still has significant influence in south-east and central Turkey, especially cities such Gaziantep and Kahramanmaras, which were badly hit by the February 2023 earthquake. However, Adiyaman has now slipped out of its control.<\/p>\n<p>The CHP controls several areas of the south, west and north of the country.<\/p>\n","hashtag":null,"createdAt":1712154312,"updatedAt":1712155879,"publishedAt":1712155875,"firstPublishedAt":1712155879,"lastPublishedAt":1712155879,"expiresAt":0,"images":[{"sourceUrl":null,"sourceCredit":null,"callToActionUrl":null,"captionCredit":"Emrah Gurel\/Copyright 2024 The AP. 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that will decide who gets to control Istanbul and other key cities.\u00a0 \n\nThe elections have stirred up clashes in parts of Turkey, with one person killed and several wounded in an altercation between two groups in Turkey's Kurdish minority in the village of Agaclidere.\u00a0 \n\n\nThe main battlegrounds are the country's economic hub of Istanbul and the capital of Ankara, both of which Erdogan lost in 2019, shattering his aura of invincibility. \n\nThe 70-year-old Turkish president has set his sights on wresting back Istanbul, a city of 16 million people, where he was born and raised, and where he began his political career as mayor in 1994. \n\nA strong showing for Erdogan\u2019s ruling Islamic-oriented Justice and Development Party, or AKP, would likely harden his resolve to usher in a new constitution - one that would reflect his conservative values and allow him to rule beyond 2028, when his current term ends, according to analysts. \n\nFor the opposition, divided and 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Her second Grand Slam gold. \n\nGovernor of Antalya, Hulusi \u015eAHIN awarded the medals. \n\nAt -73kg there was a rerun of the final from the Linz Grand Prix. Good friends before and after the fight but it was the same outcome with OSMANOV securing gold. \n\nAntalya Region Director of Sports Yavuz G\u00dcRHAN awarded the medals. \n\n\u201cI feel good,\" said\u00a0Adil OSMANOV. \"I fight with my friend and it\u2019s very difficult to be friends and opponents, it\u2019s very difficult\u201d. \n\nMichaela POLLERES, World and Olympic medallist faced 19 year old Tais PINA who showed her promise by reaching the final at -70kg. Ultimately experience won out and Polleres scored two waza-aris to take the victory. Another gold medal for the Austrian\u2019s collection! \n\n IJF Head Referee Director Ki-Young JEON awarded the medals. \n\n\u201cYeah it feels great,\" said\u00a0Michaela POLLERES. \"It reminded me of Linz where all the Austrian kids were and I saw, I won and then I saw on the big screen how my Austrian team mates are happy and how they feel and then it was even more nice for me\u201d. \n\nAt -81kg, Olympic Champion Takanori NAGASE won the gold medal in tactical fashion. \n\nIJF Head Referee Director Armen BAGDASAROV awarded the medals. \n\nThe home team had some amazing moments today in Antalya, to the joy of the local fans! \n\nThe cherry on top being a bronze medal for Turkey's own Umalt DEMIREL, an inspiration for the young judoka watching on. \n\nAntalya has been the perfect backdrop for the world-class judo action we've witnessed. 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Good friends before and after the fight but it was the same outcome with OSMANOV securing gold.<\/p>\n<p>Antalya Region Director of Sports Yavuz G\u00dcRHAN awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel good,\" said\u00a0Adil OSMANOV. \"I fight with my friend and it\u2019s very difficult to be friends and opponents, it\u2019s very difficult\u201d.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-tweet widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio\u2014auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <div class=\"widget__tweet\" data-tweet-id=\"1774097435909890068\"><\/div>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Michaela POLLERES, World and Olympic medallist faced 19 year old Tais PINA who showed her promise by reaching the final at -70kg. Ultimately experience won out and Polleres scored two waza-aris to take the victory. Another gold medal for the Austrian\u2019s collection!<\/p>\n<p>IJF Head Referee Director Ki-Young JEON awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYeah it feels great,\" said\u00a0Michaela POLLERES. \"It reminded me of Linz where all the Austrian kids were and I saw, I won and then I saw on the big screen how my Austrian team mates are happy and how they feel and then it was even more nice for me\u201d.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-tweet widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio\u2014auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <div class=\"widget__tweet\" data-tweet-id=\"1774111437905956925\"><\/div>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>At -81kg, Olympic Champion Takanori NAGASE won the gold medal in tactical fashion.<\/p>\n<p>IJF Head Referee Director Armen BAGDASAROV awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<p>The home team had some amazing moments today in Antalya, to the joy of the local fans!<\/p>\n<p>The cherry on top being a bronze medal for Turkey's own Umalt DEMIREL, an inspiration for the young judoka watching on.<\/p>\n<p>Antalya has been the perfect backdrop for the world-class judo action we've witnessed. 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Fantastic transition shown from the Japanese World Champion in front of a passionate crowd. \n\n\nFatih UYSAL, Youth and Sports Ministry Deputy General Manager, awarded the medals. \n\nAt -60kg Ayub BLIEV took on Luka MKHEIDZE in a physical encounter that went to golden score. It was BLIEV who managed to overpower his opponent to score ippon and win the gold medal. \n\nMohammed MERIDJA, IJF Education & Coaching Director, awarded the medals. \n\nThe judo world\u2019s most dominant female fighter made an appearance at -52kg\u2026 Uta Abe, unbeaten since 2019. Barely 10 seconds on the clock and it was all over. Ippon to Abe and her winning streak continues. Can anybody stop her on her run towards another Olympic gold? Local fans were desperate to get their moment with the legendary judoka. \n\nIJF Vice President, Laszlo TOTH awarded the medals. \n\n\u201cIt feels great,\" said ABE Uta. \"I can hear everyone\u2019s voice and that always makes me a little bit stronger and that probably led to me winning today\u201d. \n\nHifumi ABE took the lead from his sister and also finished his -66kg final in swift fashion by throwing Nurali EMOMALI for Ippon. The two Japanese reign supreme. \n\nJuan Carlos BARCOS, IJF Co-ordinator for Int Refereeing Seminars, awarded the medals. \n\n\u201cI\u2019m very happy to see how popular judo is here and all of these people that have come out to see it.\" said\u00a0ABE Hifumi \"I\u2019m delighted to see people rooting for me of course, I\u2019m just very happy overall\u201d. \n\nThe -57kg final was an all pan-american matchup. Canada\u2019s Christa DEGUCHI took up the challenge of Jessica LIMA from Brazil, and the Canadian eventually used O-uchi-gari to take gold! \n\nIJF Sport Director, Michael TAMURA awarded the medals. \n\nThe local Turkish crowd were treated to some wonderful moments from their team today. \n\nJoin us tomorrow for more thrilling judo action in the heart of Turkey\u2019s natural splendor. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>In the first final of the day, the -48kg category, Turkey\u2019s very own Sila ERSIN came up against the queen of the category, Natsumi TSUNODA of Japan who used both her trademark moves - tomoe-nagi for waza-ari and then arm-locked to take the victory. Fantastic transition shown from the Japanese World Champion in front of a passionate crowd. <\/p>\n<p>Fatih UYSAL, Youth and Sports Ministry Deputy General Manager, awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<p>At -60kg Ayub BLIEV took on Luka MKHEIDZE in a physical encounter that went to golden score. It was BLIEV who managed to overpower his opponent to score ippon and win the gold medal.<\/p>\n<p>Mohammed MERIDJA, IJF Education & Coaching Director, awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<p>The judo world\u2019s most dominant female fighter made an appearance at -52kg\u2026 Uta Abe, unbeaten since 2019. Barely 10 seconds on the clock and it was all over. Ippon to Abe and her winning streak continues. Can anybody stop her on her run towards another Olympic gold? Local fans were desperate to get their moment with the legendary judoka.<\/p>\n<p>IJF Vice President, Laszlo TOTH awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt feels great,\" said ABE Uta. \"I can hear everyone\u2019s voice and that always makes me a little bit stronger and that probably led to me winning today\u201d.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-tweet widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio\u2014auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <div class=\"widget__tweet\" data-tweet-id=\"1773745329386471854\"><\/div>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Hifumi ABE took the lead from his sister and also finished his -66kg final in swift fashion by throwing Nurali EMOMALI for Ippon. The two Japanese reign supreme.<\/p>\n<p>Juan Carlos BARCOS, IJF Co-ordinator for Int Refereeing Seminars, awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m very happy to see how popular judo is here and all of these people that have come out to see it.\" said\u00a0ABE Hifumi \"I\u2019m delighted to see people rooting for me of course, I\u2019m just very happy overall\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The -57kg final was an all pan-american matchup. Canada\u2019s Christa DEGUCHI took up the challenge of Jessica LIMA from Brazil, and the Canadian eventually used O-uchi-gari to take gold!<\/p>\n<p>IJF Sport Director, Michael TAMURA awarded the medals.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-tweet widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio\u2014auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <div class=\"widget__tweet\" data-tweet-id=\"1773764857684259234\"><\/div>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The local Turkish crowd were treated to some wonderful moments from their team today.<\/p>\n<p>Join us tomorrow for more thrilling judo action in the heart of Turkey\u2019s natural 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TURKISH MUNICIPAL ELEX","channels":[{"id":1},{"id":2},{"id":3},{"id":4},{"id":5},{"id":10},{"id":12},{"id":14}],"status":2,"title":"Local elections in Turkey are about to deliver yet another political thriller","titleSeo":null,"titleListing1":"Turkish local elections will deliver yet another political thriller","titleListing2":"Opinion | The election in Europe\u2019s largest city, Istanbul, will be at the epicentre of the upcoming municipal elections, @murat_seyrek writes.","leadin":"A potential victory of the opposition will undoubtedly have significant consequences for Turkey, and the future of Turkey is certainly important for the future of Europe, Dr Demir Murat Seyrek writes.","summary":"A potential victory of the opposition will undoubtedly have significant consequences for Turkey, and the future of Turkey is certainly important for the future of Europe, Dr Demir Murat Seyrek writes.","keySentence":"","url":"local-elections-in-turkey-are-about-to-deliver-yet-another-political-thriller","canonical":"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/2024\/03\/27\/local-elections-in-turkey-are-about-to-deliver-yet-another-political-thriller","masterCms":"v2","plainText":"Turkey is gearing up for municipal elections on 31 March, and the race has reached its apex.\u00a0 \n\nLast year's presidential election nail-biter is having a significant ripple effect on who might be chosen to rule in its metropoles. \n\nLocal or not, this vote matters. Whoever wins in Istanbul might determine the trajectory of the entire country, including the future of the ruling AKP and President Recep Tayyip\u00a0Erdo\u011fan's legacy.\u00a0 \n\nSo, what is different this time? And why is it important? \n\nNeither side is resting on laurels \n\nIn the last municipal elections in 2019, the Turkish opposition achieved a significant victory in the municipal elections, securing the majority of big cities, including the three largest: Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir.\u00a0 \n\nThis victory proved to be the driving force for the opposition during last year's presidential elections. However, replicating the same level of success has proven challenging due to missteps in candidate selection. \n\nUnlike 2019, this time there is no electoral alliance on the opposition side, presenting an additional challenge atop the obstacles posed by the unfair campaign environment.\u00a0 \n\nWhile elections in Turkey are largely free, they are not necessarily fair, as the mainstream media is largely controlled by pro-government businesses and government-backed candidates enjoy significant campaign resources.\u00a0 \n\nMajor problems regarding political rights and civil liberties, as highlighted by the European Union, further compound these challenges. \n\nHowever, the situation is far from perfect for both the AKP (Justice and Development Party) and its political partner, the nationalist MHP (Nationalist Movement Party).\u00a0 \n\nThe government has failed to fulfil the campaign promises made during the 2023 elections, particularly concerning the economy.\u00a0 \n\nInflation remains remarkably high, standing at 67.07% according to official data and 121.98% according to economists from the Inflation Research Group (ENAG).\u00a0 \n\nMoreover, even if the main alliance between the AKP and MHP continues, the Islamist YRP (New Welfare Party) has opted not to join the bloc, unlike in last year\u2019s parliamentary and presidential elections, and their few per cent of votes could be significant. \n\nAll eyes on Istanbul \n\nThe most thrilling and must-watch episode of the municipal elections will undoubtedly unfold in Istanbul, with potential ramifications for the future of Turkey.\u00a0 \n\nThe race will pit the incumbent mayor Ekrem \u0130mamo\u011flu, representing the main opposition party CHP (Republican People\u2019s Party), against the AKP\u2019s candidate, Murat Kurum.\u00a0 \n\nWhile candidates from other parties may not stand a chance, their performance will directly influence the election's outcome. According to various opinion polls, \u0130mamo\u011flu and Kurum are currently neck and neck in Istanbul. \n\n\u0130mamo\u011flu is widely regarded as a prominent figure within the opposition. His constructive approach, set against the government's polarising rhetoric, and his moderate political stance have earned him popularity among people from various backgrounds and political affiliations. This serves as his primary advantage in the upcoming election.\u00a0 \n\nNotably, \u0130mamo\u011flu won the 2019 municipal elections twice, winning both the initial contest and the subsequent re-run after the election board annulled the first results.\u00a0 \n\nHis triumph in the second election was considered a notable achievement, particularly against President Erdo\u011fan, who commenced his political journey as Istanbul's mayor in 1994 and played an active role in campaigning during the 2019 Istanbul elections.\u00a0 \n\nAnother victory for \u0130mamo\u011flu would undoubtedly cement his position as the de facto leader of the opposition and the most probable contender in the next presidential elections. \n\nDemocracy thrives in big city lights \n\nSuch a victory would also be crucial in reviving the hopes of millions of people in Turkey.\u00a0 \n\nOpposition voters had put their faith in change in the 2023 presidential election, and the result was a huge disappointment for many democrats across the country.\u00a0 \n\nPost-election stress disorder continues to affect many people. As a result, enthusiasm for these elections is low.\u00a0 \n\nHowever, \u0130mamo\u011flu's potential victory has the power to change this atmosphere, inspire new hope and breathe new life into the opposition. This is why many see the Istanbul election as more than just a mayoral race; it has the potential to mark a turning point for the future of Turkish democracy. \n\nIstanbul holds significant importance for the government as well. Erdo\u011fan prioritises reclaiming Istanbul.\u00a0 \n\nHowever, the AKP's candidate lacks strong charisma, which reflects the dominance of the strong one-man within the party.\u00a0 \n\nYet, the \"Erdo\u011fan factor\" should not be underestimated. The President himself is actively involved in campaigning for Istanbul. While the saying \"whoever wins Istanbul wins Turkey\" may be partly a political clich\u00e9 in Turkey, it still holds considerable truth. \n\nWith a population of more than 15.6 million, the city is larger than 20 of the 27 EU member states. As the economic and cultural heart of the country, Istanbul's significance is more than symbolic.\u00a0 \n\nThat's why the election in Istanbul alone is arguably more important than many national elections around the world. \n\nDrama to unfold \n\nOne clich\u00e9 about Turkey in the West is that \"Turkey is not just Istanbul\". However, Istanbul is actually highly representative of Turkey as a melting pot for all cities, regions, and cultures within the country.\u00a0 \n\nIn Istanbul, over 13 million residents have their family registries in another city. Cities from all around Turkey are well-represented, such as Ordu (Black Sea Region) with 525,681 residents, Sivas (Central Anatolia) with 767,428 residents, Mardin (Southeastern Anatolia) with 259,380 residents, and Erzurum (Eastern Anatolia) with 442,107 residents. \n\n\u0130mamo\u011flu is undoubtedly a successful and popular mayor, but securing victory is far from certain. He faces an effective propaganda machine, which poses a significant challenge.\u00a0 \n\nMoreover, he has encountered numerous difficulties during his term as mayor.\u00a0 \n\nBeing an opposition mayor in Turkey is no easy feat. Many planned initiatives can be hindered or delayed by central authorities. Additionally, court proceedings are frequently initiated against opposition mayors. \n\nIn contrast, mayors from the ruling party enjoy access to abundant resources. In fact, the government openly suggests that citizens will receive better services if they elect a mayor from the ruling party.\u00a0 \n\nGiven these circumstances, it is already remarkable that \u0130mamo\u011flu and Kurum are currently neck and neck and that \u0130mamo\u011flu seems to have a fair chance of winning the election, according to several polls. \n\nHope dies last \n\nThis is also an important indication that, despite all the major problems, Turkish democracy is still alive.\u00a0 \n\nHopes in Turkey do not easily fade away, and democrats in the country do not easily give up. That\u2019s how Turks operate, and that presents a significant opportunity for the future of democracy.\u00a0 \n\nFollowing the disappointing defeat of the opposition in the 2023 elections, many Turks are less enthusiastic about the municipal elections. However, turnout will almost certainly be quite high once again, and excitement levels are increasing in certain cities, including Istanbul. \n\nThe election in Europe\u2019s largest city, Istanbul, will be at the epicentre of the upcoming municipal elections.\u00a0 \n\nIf you are ready for the new season of the political thriller called Turkish politics, fasten your seat belts and follow Istanbul's results on Sunday evening.\u00a0 \n\nIt is worth watching because a potential victory of the opposition will undoubtedly have significant consequences for Turkey, and the future of Turkey is certainly important for the future of Europe. \n\nDr Demir Murat Seyrek is an adjunct professor at the Free University of Brussels (VUB) and the Brussels School of Governance. \n\nAt Euronews, we believe all views matter. Contact us at view@euronews.com to send pitches or submissions and be part of the conversation. \n\n","htmlText":"<p>Turkey is gearing up for municipal elections on 31 March, and the race has reached its apex.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Last year's presidential election nail-biter is having a significant ripple effect on who might be chosen to rule in its metropoles.<\/p>\n<p>Local or not, this vote matters. Whoever wins in Istanbul might determine the trajectory of the entire country, including the future of the ruling AKP and President Recep Tayyip\u00a0Erdo\u011fan's legacy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>So, what is different this time? And why is it important?<\/p>\n<h2>Neither side is resting on laurels<\/h2><p>In the last municipal elections in 2019, the Turkish opposition achieved a significant victory in the municipal elections, securing the majority of big cities, including the three largest: Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This victory proved to be the driving force for the opposition during last year's presidential elections. However, replicating the same level of success has proven challenging due to missteps in candidate selection.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike 2019, this time there is no electoral alliance on the opposition side, presenting an additional challenge atop the obstacles posed by the unfair campaign environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-quotation\n widget--size-fullwidth\n widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__content\">\n <blockquote class=\"widget__quote\">\n <span class=\"widget__quoteText\">The situation is far from perfect for both the AKP and its political partner, the nationalist MHP. The government has failed to fulfil the campaign promises made during the 2023 elections, particularly concerning the economy.<\/span>\n <\/blockquote>\n <cite class=\"widget__author\">\n <\/cite>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6669921875\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//33//33//94//808x539_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg/" alt=\"AKP, candidate for Istanbul Murat Kurum gives a speech during a campaign rally ahead of nationwide municipality elections, in Istanbul, March 2024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/384x256_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/640x427_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/750x500_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/828x552_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1080x720_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1200x800_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1920x1281_cmsv2_29721b93-a7d1-5747-ab84-0a5aacc8de03-8333394.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">AKP, candidate for Istanbul Murat Kurum gives a speech during a campaign rally ahead of nationwide municipality elections, in Istanbul, March 2024<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">AP Photo\/Francisco Seco<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>While elections in Turkey are largely free, they are not necessarily fair, as the mainstream media is largely controlled by pro-government businesses and government-backed candidates enjoy significant campaign resources.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Major problems regarding political rights and civil liberties, as highlighted by the European Union, further compound these challenges.<\/p>\n<p>However, the situation is far from perfect for both the AKP (Justice and Development Party) and its political partner, the nationalist MHP (Nationalist Movement Party).\u00a0<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8319562,8284104\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//03//21//turkey-hikes-interest-rate-to-50-in-surprise-move/">Turkey hikes interest rate to 50% in surprise move<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//business//2024//03//04//turkish-inflation-rockets-to-almost-70-shattering-hopes-of-a-rate-pause/">Turkish inflation rockets to almost 70%, shattering hopes of a rate pause<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The government has failed to fulfil the campaign promises made during the 2023 elections, particularly concerning the economy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Inflation remains remarkably high, standing at 67.07% according to official data and 121.98% according to economists from the Inflation Research Group (ENAG).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, even if the main alliance between the AKP and MHP continues, the Islamist YRP (New Welfare Party) has opted not to join the bloc, unlike in last year\u2019s parliamentary and presidential elections, and their few per cent of votes could be significant.<\/p>\n<h2>All eyes on Istanbul<\/h2><p>The most thrilling and must-watch episode of the municipal elections will undoubtedly unfold in Istanbul, with potential ramifications for the future of Turkey.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The race will pit the incumbent mayor Ekrem \u0130mamo\u011flu, representing the main opposition party CHP (Republican People\u2019s Party), against the AKP\u2019s candidate, Murat Kurum.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>While candidates from other parties may not stand a chance, their performance will directly influence the election's outcome. According to various opinion polls, \u0130mamo\u011flu and Kurum are currently neck and neck in Istanbul.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-quotation\n widget--size-fullwidth\n widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__content\">\n <blockquote class=\"widget__quote\">\n <span class=\"widget__quoteText\">Another victory for \u0130mamo\u011flu would undoubtedly cement his position as the de facto leader of the opposition and the most probable contender in the next presidential elections.<\/span>\n <\/blockquote>\n <cite class=\"widget__author\">\n <\/cite>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6669921875\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//33//33//94//808x539_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg/" alt=\"Pedestrians walk past a giant campaign poster of Istanbul Mayor and CHP candidate Ekrem Imamoglu, in Istanbul, March 2024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/384x256_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/640x427_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/750x500_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/828x552_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1080x720_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1200x800_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1920x1281_cmsv2_412e1281-98fc-5765-820f-2f817d4d4ab1-8333394.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Pedestrians walk past a giant campaign poster of Istanbul Mayor and CHP candidate Ekrem Imamoglu, in Istanbul, March 2024<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">AP Photo\/Emrah Gurel<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u0130mamo\u011flu is widely regarded as a prominent figure within the opposition. His constructive approach, set against the government's polarising rhetoric, and his moderate political stance have earned him popularity among people from various backgrounds and political affiliations. This serves as his primary advantage in the upcoming election.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Notably, \u0130mamo\u011flu won the 2019 municipal elections twice, winning both the initial contest and the subsequent re-run after the election board annulled the first results.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8029024,8141028\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//my-europe//2023//12//30//will-the-new-year-bring-a-positive-change-or-the-same-old-promises-in-eu-turkey-relations/">Will the new year bring a positive change or the same-old promises in EU-Turkey relations?<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2023//11//10//was-turkeys-ataturk-an-authoritarian-leader-or-a-visionary-european/">Was Turkey's Atat\u00fcrk an authoritarian leader or a visionary European?<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>His triumph in the second election was considered a notable achievement, particularly against President Erdo\u011fan, who commenced his political journey as Istanbul's mayor in 1994 and played an active role in campaigning during the 2019 Istanbul elections.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Another victory for \u0130mamo\u011flu would undoubtedly cement his position as the de facto leader of the opposition and the most probable contender in the next presidential elections.<\/p>\n<h2>Democracy thrives in big city lights<\/h2><p>Such a victory would also be crucial in reviving the hopes of millions of people in Turkey.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Opposition voters had put their faith in change in the 2023 presidential election, and the result was a huge disappointment for many democrats across the country.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Post-election stress disorder continues to affect many people. As a result, enthusiasm for these elections is low.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>However, \u0130mamo\u011flu's potential victory has the power to change this atmosphere, inspire new hope and breathe new life into the opposition. This is why many see the Istanbul election as more than just a mayoral race; it has the potential to mark a turning point for the future of Turkish democracy.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-quotation\n widget--size-fullwidth\n widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__content\">\n <blockquote class=\"widget__quote\">\n <span class=\"widget__quoteText\">With a population of more than 15.6 million, the city is larger than 20 of the 27 EU member states. As the economic and cultural heart of the country, Istanbul's significance is more than symbolic.<\/span>\n <\/blockquote>\n <cite class=\"widget__author\">\n <\/cite>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6669921875\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//33//33//94//808x539_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg/" alt=\"Backdropped with Suleymaniye mosque, pedestrians walk along Halic bridge metro station, March 2024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/384x256_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/640x427_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/750x500_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/828x552_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1080x720_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1200x800_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1920x1281_cmsv2_b9cb6054-5d4f-5b6c-9785-0314df3cd5a3-8333394.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Backdropped with Suleymaniye mosque, pedestrians walk along Halic bridge metro station, March 2024<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">AP Photo\/Emrah Gurel<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Istanbul holds significant importance for the government as well. Erdo\u011fan prioritises reclaiming Istanbul.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>However, the AKP's candidate lacks strong charisma, which reflects the dominance of the strong one-man within the party.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Yet, the \"Erdo\u011fan factor\" should not be underestimated. The President himself is actively involved in campaigning for Istanbul. While the saying \"whoever wins Istanbul wins Turkey\" may be partly a political clich\u00e9 in Turkey, it still holds considerable truth.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"8074068,7611064\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//my-europe//2023//11//29//brussels-to-revive-ties-with-turkey-despite-differences-and-stalled-eu-membership-talks/">Brussels to revive ties with Turkey despite 'differences' and stalled EU membership talks<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2023//05//26//turkey-could-the-far-right-topple-the-presidential-election/">Turkey: Could far-right voters be the deciding factor in Sunday\u2019s presidential election? <\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>With a population of more than 15.6 million, the city is larger than 20 of the 27 EU member states. As the economic and cultural heart of the country, Istanbul's significance is more than symbolic.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>That's why the election in Istanbul alone is arguably more important than many national elections around the world.<\/p>\n<h2>Drama to unfold<\/h2><p>One clich\u00e9 about Turkey in the West is that \"Turkey is not just Istanbul\". However, Istanbul is actually highly representative of Turkey as a melting pot for all cities, regions, and cultures within the country.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In Istanbul, over 13 million residents have their family registries in another city. Cities from all around Turkey are well-represented, such as Ordu (Black Sea Region) with 525,681 residents, Sivas (Central Anatolia) with 767,428 residents, Mardin (Southeastern Anatolia) with 259,380 residents, and Erzurum (Eastern Anatolia) with 442,107 residents.<\/p>\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-quotation\n widget--size-fullwidth\n widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__content\">\n <blockquote class=\"widget__quote\">\n <span class=\"widget__quoteText\">Following the disappointing defeat of the opposition in the 2023 elections, many Turks are less enthusiastic about the municipal elections. However, turnout will almost certainly be quite high once again, and excitement levels are increasing in certain cities, including Istanbul.<\/span>\n <\/blockquote>\n <cite class=\"widget__author\">\n <\/cite>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6669921875\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//33//33//94//808x539_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg/" alt=\"Mayor and CHP candidate for Istanbul Ekrem Imamoglu takes a photograph with supporters during a campaign rally, in Istanbul, March 2024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/384x256_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/640x427_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/750x500_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/828x552_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1080x720_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1200x800_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/33\/33\/94\/1920x1281_cmsv2_21f52066-42d6-5d07-9c2e-de99a7ff64d6-8333394.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Mayor and CHP candidate for Istanbul Ekrem Imamoglu takes a photograph with supporters during a campaign rally, in Istanbul, March 2024<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">AP Photo\/Francisco Seco<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u0130mamo\u011flu is undoubtedly a successful and popular mayor, but securing victory is far from certain. He faces an effective propaganda machine, which poses a significant challenge.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, he has encountered numerous difficulties during his term as mayor.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Being an opposition mayor in Turkey is no easy feat. Many planned initiatives can be hindered or delayed by central authorities. Additionally, court proceedings are frequently initiated against opposition mayors.<\/p>\n<div\n data-stories-id=\"7558634,7250266\"\n data-event=\"widget_related\"\n class=\"widget widget--type-related widget--size-fullwidth widget--align-center\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <ul class=\"widget__related_list\"><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//2022//12//14//istanbul-mayor-jailed-for-insulting-officials-ahead-of-2023-election/">Istanbul mayor jailed for 'insulting' officials ahead of 2023 election<\/a> <\/li><li class=\"widget__related_listItem\"> <a href=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////www.euronews.com//culture//2023//04//28//murals-with-morals-turkish-street-artist-no-more-lies/">Murals with morals: Turkish street artist 'No More Lies'<\/a> <\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In contrast, mayors from the ruling party enjoy access to abundant resources. In fact, the government openly suggests that citizens will receive better services if they elect a mayor from the ruling party.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Given these circumstances, it is already remarkable that \u0130mamo\u011flu and Kurum are currently neck and neck and that \u0130mamo\u011flu seems to have a fair chance of winning the election, according to several polls.<\/p>\n<h2>Hope dies last<\/h2><p>This is also an important indication that, despite all the major problems, Turkish democracy is still alive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Hopes in Turkey do not easily fade away, and democrats in the country do not easily give up. That\u2019s how Turks operate, and that presents a significant opportunity for the future of democracy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Following the disappointing defeat of the opposition in the 2023 elections, many Turks are less enthusiastic about the municipal elections. However, turnout will almost certainly be quite high once again, and excitement levels are increasing in certain cities, including Istanbul.<\/p>\n<p>The election in Europe\u2019s largest city, Istanbul, will be at the epicentre of the upcoming municipal elections.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you are ready for the new season of the political thriller called Turkish politics, fasten your seat belts and follow Istanbul's results on Sunday evening.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>It is worth watching because a potential victory of the opposition will undoubtedly have significant consequences for Turkey, and the future of Turkey is certainly important for the future of Europe.<\/p>\n<p><em>Dr Demir Murat Seyrek is an adjunct professor at the Free University of Brussels (VUB) and the Brussels School of Governance.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>At Euronews, we believe all views matter. 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blooms and ballet: The Turkish festivals not to miss in 2024","titleSeo":null,"titleListing1":null,"titleListing2":"Balloons, blooms and ballet: The Turkish festivals not to miss in 2024","leadin":"T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s eclectic collection of festivals offers visitors a valuable insight into the colourful history of the country.","summary":"T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s eclectic collection of festivals offers visitors a valuable insight into the colourful history of the country.","keySentence":"","url":"balloons-blooms-and-ballet-the-turkish-festivals-not-to-miss-in-2024","canonical":"https:\/\/www.euronews.com\/travel\/2024\/03\/22\/balloons-blooms-and-ballet-the-turkish-festivals-not-to-miss-in-2024","masterCms":"v2","plainText":"1 Balloon Festival in Cappadocia \n\nCappadocia\u2019s rugged moonscape valleys are one of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most iconic vistas and it\u2019s thanks in no small part to the hundreds of multi-coloured balloons, which fill the region\u2019s skies every year. Each July, the town of \u00dcrg\u00fcp hosts the iconic Balloon Festival, which sees the air teaming with more than 150 balloons from all over the world. \n\nVisitors can enjoy the unique spectacle from the ground or book a flight to soak up the region\u2019s stunning landscapes from a unique aerial perspective, as well as witnessing balloon pilots\u2019 skills in an adrenaline-fuelled flying competition. DJ sets, music concerts, dance performances, food vendors and more fill the town over the four- to five-day festival, while in the evenings, landbound balloons are lit up in a mesmerising display of globular light. \n\n2 \u0130stanbul Jazz Festival \n\nDon\u2019t be fooled by its title, the \u0130stanbul Jazz Festival features far more than just jazz, and is now one of the biggest music festivals in the country. Every summer, crowds gather to enjoy blues, country, hip hop and more musical genres at various venues across the city. \n\nLineups are always star-studded and varied, with historic appearances from Eric Clapton, Jools Holland, Tori Amos, and Sting. This year\u2019s festival takes place between 3-18 July and sees Grammy-Award-winning Gregory Porter and rock sensation Chris Isaak take the headlining stage. \n\n3 K\u0131rkp\u0131nar Oil Wrestling Championship \n\nThere are few ways to better know a destination than by witnessing its national sport. In T\u00fcrkiye, this means watching kispet-clad, olive oil-soaked wrestlers (or Pehlivan) grapple for supremacy in a ring. Curious? Us too. The K\u0131rkp\u0131na Oil Wrestling Championship is a summer event held over multiple days (usually in late June or early July) in the city of Edirne in Western T\u00fcrkiye. \n\nOne of the country\u2019s oldest sports (it dates back to 1346), it was historically a forum to show off the nation\u2019s strongest men, though it\u2019s now open to international competitors. The winner receives the K\u0131rkp\u0131nar golden belt, a generous sum of money and, perhaps most prestigiously, the title of \u201cBa\u015fpehlivan\u201d (Chief Wrestler). To accompany the wrestling, spectators are entertained by dance performances, Davul drummers and local food vendors. \n\n4 \u0130stanbul Tulip Festival \n\n\u0130stanbul is pretty easy on the eye at the best of times, but it takes on a whole new sheen at the end of spring. Come April, millions of tulips bloom across the city\u2019s parks and public spaces. It\u2019s a floral display that will take your breath away, which really shouldn\u2019t be a surprise considering the lily is native to T\u00fcrkiye and historically a symbol of nobility in the Ottoman Empire. \n\nAnthophiles will be thrilled to discover that it\u2019s not just tulips that brighten up the city\u2019s walkways in preparation for summer; daffodils, hyacinths and other fragrant blooms also make an appearance. Head to Emirgan Park for the most verdant botanic exhibits. \u2028 \n\n5 Mesir Paste Festival \n\nCurious culinary travellers will want to add the city of Manisa to their itinerary if heading to T\u00fcrkiye in March. This special spring festival commemorates the Turkish dish of Mesir Macunu. Produced using 41 different kinds of spices and herbs and believed to be medicinal, Mesir is credited with healing the mother of Suleiman the Magnificent some 500 years ago. \n\nThese days, on March 21st, the Mesir Paste Festival unites thousands of people beneath the city\u2019s Sultan Mosque, all trying to catch the paper-wrapped paste thrown by imams from the minarets. Catching some is believed to bring family or career goals to fruition. \u2028 \n\n6 International Aspendos Opera and Ballet Festival \n\nOne of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most popular cultural events is the annual International Aspendos Opera and Ballet Festival, held just outside of Antalya city centre. It will take place from 13 to 30 September 2024. As well as the world-class operatic and dance performances on display at the festival, attendees get to bask in the ambience of the nearly 2,000-year-old Roman theatre it\u2019s held in. Built by the architect Zenon, the ancient structure can hold up to 12,000 spectators and sports a versatile history: once serving as a roadside inn and then as a palace for the Seljuks. Today, singers and ballet dancers congregate here from all over the world to perform within its ancient walls. \n\n","htmlText":"<h2>1 Balloon Festival in Cappadocia<\/h2><p>Cappadocia\u2019s rugged moonscape valleys are one of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most iconic vistas and it\u2019s thanks in no small part to the hundreds of multi-coloured balloons, which fill the region\u2019s skies every year. Each July, the town of \u00dcrg\u00fcp hosts the iconic Balloon Festival, which sees the air teaming with more than 150 balloons from all over the world.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors can enjoy the unique spectacle from the ground or book a flight to soak up the region\u2019s stunning landscapes from a unique aerial perspective, as well as witnessing balloon pilots\u2019 skills in an adrenaline-fuelled flying competition. DJ sets, music concerts, dance performances, food vendors and more fill the town over the four- to five-day festival, while in the evenings, landbound balloons are lit up in a mesmerising display of globular light.<\/p>\n<h2>2 \u0130stanbul Jazz Festival<\/h2><p>Don\u2019t be fooled by its title, the \u0130stanbul Jazz Festival features far more than just jazz, and is now one of the biggest music festivals in the country. Every summer, crowds gather to enjoy blues, country, hip hop and more musical genres at various venues across the city.<\/p>\n<p>Lineups are always star-studded and varied, with historic appearances from Eric Clapton, Jools Holland, Tori Amos, and Sting. This year\u2019s festival takes place between 3-18 July and sees Grammy-Award-winning Gregory Porter and rock sensation Chris Isaak take the headlining stage.<\/p>\n<h2>3 K\u0131rkp\u0131nar Oil Wrestling Championship<\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6666006731340328\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//32//34//70//808x539_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg/" alt=\"Wrestlers compete during the 661st annual Historic Kirkpinar Oil Wrestling championship, in Edirne, northwestern T\u00fcrkiye.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/384x256_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/640x427_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/750x500_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/828x552_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1080x720_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1200x800_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1920x1280_cmsv2_ccf8fd17-13a2-5af3-adde-3f71e397889b-8323470.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">Wrestlers compete during the 661st annual Historic Kirkpinar Oil Wrestling championship, in Edirne, northwestern T\u00fcrkiye.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">Francisco Seco\/Copyright 2022 The AP. All rights reserved<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are few ways to better know a destination than by witnessing its national sport. In T\u00fcrkiye, this means watching kispet-clad, olive oil-soaked wrestlers (or Pehlivan) grapple for supremacy in a ring. Curious? Us too. The K\u0131rkp\u0131na Oil Wrestling Championship is a summer event held over multiple days (usually in late June or early July) in the city of Edirne in Western T\u00fcrkiye.<\/p>\n<p>One of the country\u2019s oldest sports (it dates back to 1346), it was historically a forum to show off the nation\u2019s strongest men, though it\u2019s now open to international competitors. The winner receives the K\u0131rkp\u0131nar golden belt, a generous sum of money and, perhaps most prestigiously, the title of \u201cBa\u015fpehlivan\u201d (Chief Wrestler). To accompany the wrestling, spectators are entertained by dance performances, Davul drummers and local food vendors.<\/p>\n<h2>4 \u0130stanbul Tulip Festival<\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.651875\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//32//34//70//808x528_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg/" alt=\"A field of blooming tulips on display in the Emirgan Park in \u0130stanbul, T\u00fcrkiye.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/384x250_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/640x417_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/750x489_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/828x540_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1080x704_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1200x782_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1920x1252_cmsv2_aed18a8f-bf4b-51b6-8a62-1097561b916e-8323470.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">A field of blooming tulips on display in the Emirgan Park in \u0130stanbul, T\u00fcrkiye.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA)<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u0130stanbul is pretty easy on the eye at the best of times, but it takes on a whole new sheen at the end of spring. Come April, millions of tulips bloom across the city\u2019s parks and public spaces. It\u2019s a floral display that will take your breath away, which really shouldn\u2019t be a surprise considering the lily is native to T\u00fcrkiye and historically a symbol of nobility in the Ottoman Empire.<\/p>\n<p>Anthophiles will be thrilled to discover that it\u2019s not just tulips that brighten up the city\u2019s walkways in preparation for summer; daffodils, hyacinths and other fragrant blooms also make an appearance. Head to Emirgan Park for the most verdant botanic exhibits. \u2028<\/p>\n<h2>5 Mesir Paste Festival<\/h2><p>Curious culinary travellers will want to add the city of Manisa to their itinerary if heading to T\u00fcrkiye in March. This special spring festival commemorates the Turkish dish of Mesir Macunu. Produced using 41 different kinds of spices and herbs and believed to be medicinal, Mesir is credited with healing the mother of Suleiman the Magnificent some 500 years ago.<\/p>\n<p>These days, on March 21st, the Mesir Paste Festival unites thousands of people beneath the city\u2019s Sultan Mosque, all trying to catch the paper-wrapped paste thrown by imams from the minarets. Catching some is believed to bring family or career goals to fruition. \u2028<\/p>\n<h2>6 International Aspendos Opera and Ballet Festival<\/h2><div class=\"widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center\" data-ratio=\"0.6665\">\n <div class=\"widget__wrapper\">\n <div class=\"widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto\">\n <div class=\"widget__contents\">\n <figure class=\"widget__figure\">\n <img class=\"widgetImage__image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=https://www.euronews.com/"https:////static.euronews.com//articles//stories//08//32//34//70//808x539_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg/" alt=\"The Roman Theatre of Aspendos - one of the best-preserved theatres of antiquity.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/384x256_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg 384w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/640x427_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg 640w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/750x500_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg 750w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/828x552_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg 828w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1080x720_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1200x800_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/static.euronews.com\/articles\/stories\/08\/32\/34\/70\/1920x1280_cmsv2_9c3c429c-a51d-52f8-8e52-f2f11221dbfd-8323470.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 95vw, (max-width: 1024px) 80vw, (max-width: 1280px) 55vw, 728px\"\/>\n <figcaption class=\"widget__caption\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionWrap\">\n <span class=\"widget__captionText\">The Roman Theatre of Aspendos - one of the best-preserved theatres of antiquity.<\/span>\n <span class=\"widget__captionCredit\">T\u00fcrkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA)<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most popular cultural events is the annual International Aspendos Opera and Ballet Festival, held just outside of Antalya city centre. It will take place from 13 to 30 September 2024. As well as the world-class operatic and dance performances on display at the festival, attendees get to bask in the ambience of the nearly 2,000-year-old Roman theatre it\u2019s held in. Built by the architect Zenon, the ancient structure can hold up to 12,000 spectators and sports a versatile history: once serving as a roadside inn and then as a palace for the Seljuks. 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