Protest Turns Violent: Man Attacked While Burning Koran Outside Turkish Embassy

LONDON — A man was assaulted outside the Turkish embassy in London after reportedly setting a Quran on fire, sparking a violent confrontation that was captured on video and widely circulated on social media. The incident, which drew immediate backlash and provoked discussions on religious tolerance, occurred during an unauthorized protest on Thursday afternoon. According to witnesses, the man, whose identity has not been disclosed, was quickly surrounded by a group of individuals who tried …

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Tragic Neglect at Turkish Ski Resort Claims 78 Lives as Safety Failures Surface

Bolu, Turkey — A devastating fire at a popular ski resort in northern Turkey has claimed the lives of 78 people, with investigators pointing to multiple safety lapses at the Grand Kartal Hotel. The tragic incident occurred early Tuesday morning and has sparked widespread outrage across the country, culminating in a national day of mourning on Wednesday. Authorities have arrested 11 individuals, including the hotel’s owner, general manager, and chief electrician, as well as the …

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Turkish Mother Champions Justice in the Quest to Honor Slain Daughter’s Memory

Istanbul, Turkey — In a sobering example of persistence in the face of profound loss, Fatma Altinmakas has become a symbol of the struggle for justice in Turkey. Her daughter, Ceyda, a 23-year-old university student, was brutally murdered in 2018, setting Fatma on a relentless quest for justice amidst a legal system often criticized for its handling of gender-based violence. Fatma’s journey began in the wake of tragedy when Ceyda was killed by her ex-boyfriend …

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Deadly Attack at Turkish Aerospace Headquarters Sparks Fear and Fury Amidst National Defense Showcase

Ankara, Turkey – In a brutal assault on Turkish Aerospace Industries’ headquarters on the outskirts of Ankara, two attackers unleashed a deadly bombing and shooting rampage on October 23, leaving five dead and more than 20 injured. Authorities have attributed the attack to the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), marking it as a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the Turkish state and the militant group. The attack coincided with Turkey showcasing its defense capabilities …

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Bomb Attack and Violent Skirmish at Turkish Aerospace Facility in Ankara Leaves Multiple Casualties

Ankara, Turkey – A violent explosion followed by a fierce exchange of gunfire rocked the entrance of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) in Ankara’s Kazan district Wednesday, authorities reported. The incident, described as a terrorist attack, resulted in multiple casualties and severe injuries. The attack began when assailants detonated explosives inside a commercial taxi stationed at the facility’s main gate, which was swiftly followed by at least one suicide bomber setting off an explosive vest during …

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Two Arrests Made as Turkish Authorities Investigate Armed Attack on Pro-Kurdish Party Office in İstanbul

İstanbul, Turkey – In a recent surge of violence affecting political parties in Turkey, authorities have detained two individuals linked to a shooting at a pro-Kurdish party office in the Sultangazi district of İstanbul. The incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 12:20 p.m., targeting the Peoples’ Equality and Democracy (DEM) Party, an outspoken advocate for Kurdish rights and equality. The primary suspect, identified only by initials M.K., was arrested following a swift investigation that connected …

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Fenerbahce Contemplates Withdrawal from Turkish Super Lig Amid Fan Violence Outbreak

Istanbul, Turkey – Following a disturbing incident involving a violent attack on Fenerbahce players by Trabzonspor fans, one of Turkey’s esteemed football clubs, Fenerbahce, is contemplating a drastic decision that could have significant implications for Turkish football. The chaos erupted last weekend when Trabzonspor supporters stormed the pitch, engaging in altercations with security personnel and Fenerbahce players after Trabzonspor’s 3-2 defeat. This incident is just one in a series of controversies that have plagued the …

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Turkish Court Sentences Kidnapped Women to Death in Occupied Territories; Women’s Organizations Condemn Violations

The Women’s Coordination in the Democratic Civil Administration of Tabqa canton, as well as other women’s organizations in North and East Syria, have condemned the Turkish occupation state’s courts in the occupied territories for issuing a death sentence against two kidnapped women and life imprisonment for eight others, according to the Violations Documentation Center. The violations against women in the occupied areas have escalated since the Turkish occupation in 2018, with reports of forced disappearance, …

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