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Paralyzed Palestinian boy, 7, clings to life in Gaza after losing mother in Israeli airstrik
Yusuf Jamil Awd, a 7-year-old Palestinian boy paralyzed by an Israeli airstrike, was seen in his wheelchair holding a picture at the Bureij Refugee Camp in Deir al-Balah on March 23. After losing his mother and suffering severe injuries when a neighbor's house was targeted, Yusuf remains confined to a wheelchair due to Gaza's collapsed healthcare system.
24 March 2026
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Türkiye's hidden treasure: The labyrinth of Dalyan Canal revealed
Aerial drone footage has unveiled the stunning labyrinth-like reed beds of the Dalyan Canal in Muğla, one of the world’s rarest ecosystems. Stretching 10 kilometers, the waterway connects Köyceğiz Lake to İztuzu Beach, hosting over 180 bird species while naturally filtering water—a natural wonder drawing visitors to Türkiye’s southwestern coast.
23 March 2026
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Türkiye's 'Cradle of Civilizations' sees tourist boom at ancient Ani
The UNESCO-listed archaeological site in Kars attracts history lovers with its unique blend of Armenian, Georgian, Byzantine and Seljuk architecture.
19 March 2026
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Israeli police attack Palestinians praying near Al-Aqsa as mosque remains closed
Israeli police intervened against Palestinians gathered to perform Tarawih prayers near Jerusalem's Old City walls Tuesday night, using batons, stun grenades and tear gas. The protesters were demonstrating against the continued closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan, with police also attacking two journalists and detaining one individual.
18 March 2026
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Underwater treasures of Diyarbakır's Eğil district revealed by divers
Gendarmerie underwater search and rescue teams have captured striking images of nearly 2,400-year-old historical structures submerged in the Dicle Dam reservoir in Diyarbakır's Eğil district. The structures, including ancient rock tombs, a mosque, a madrasah, and tombs of prophets, have been preserved underwater since the dam's completion in 1997. Experts suggest the site holds significant potential for underwater archaeological research.
17 March 2026
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Purebred Arabian foals born at Türkiye's leading Bursa stud farm
New arrivals at the Karacabey Agricultural Enterprise mark another success for Türkiye's state-run breeding program dedicated to preserving and improving the lineage of champion Arabian horses.
16 March 2026
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Mecidiye Mosque: 19th-century Ottoman gem on Istanbul's Bosphorus
A view of the Mecidiye Mosque, also known as Ciragan Mosque, located opposite Ciragan Palace in Besiktas along the Bosphorus in Istanbul, captured on March 10, 2026. The single-minaret structure stands as a notable example of 19th-century Ottoman architecture at the entrance of Yildiz Palace grove.
13 March 2026
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Gaza's iftar tables set amid ruins for years
A visual analysis comparing archival and recent photographs reveals the recurring tragedy of Gaza's Ramadan, where Palestinian families continue breaking their fast surrounded by destruction. Images from 2015 showing the al-Ajla family dining among rubble in Shujaiya mirror scenes captured in February 2026, highlighting how Israel's blockade prevents reconstruction and traps Gazans in an endless cycle of devastation.
12 March 2026
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Gaza family prepares iftar among ruins of bombed building
Mohammed Abu Sharbi's family gathered to prepare an iftar meal with limited food supplies in the ruins of their Gaza City home on March 10, 2026, after the building was destroyed by an Israeli attack. The image captures the struggle of displaced Palestinians observing Ramadan amid the devastation of ongoing conflict.
11 March 2026
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TDV brings Ramadan aid to families in Chad's capital
The Türkiye Diyanet Foundation delivered humanitarian assistance to families in need on the outskirts of N'Djamena, Chad on March 10, 2026, as part of its annual Ramadan outreach. The foundation distributed iftar meals, food parcels, and Eid clothing and shoes to local residents during the holy month.
10 March 2026
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Turkish scientists document rapid shrinkage of Shoesmith Glacier in Antarctica
Turkish researchers from the National Antarctic Science Expeditions have determined that Shoesmith Glacier on Horseshoe Island is shrinking at an alarming rate of approximately 10 meters per year. The team's observations over the past decade reveal significant ice loss, with the glacier retreating about 3 centimeters daily.
09 March 2026
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Has the third "cemre" arrived, and when will it arrive? The countdown to the final "cemre" of 2026, heralding the arrival of spring, has begun!
The question of when the first "cemre" (a traditional Turkish term for the first signs of spring) falls to the earth has become one of the most frequently searched topics with the arrival of March. According to the folk calendar, the cemre, which falls first to the air, then to the water, and finally to the earth, is considered a harbinger of nature's awakening and rising temperatures. The date of the third and final cemre is particularly closely followed by those seeking an answer to the question, "When is spring coming?" When will the cemre fall to the earth? What is the date of the final cemre falling, the harbinger of spring, on what day in March?
06 March 2026
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Türkiye Diyanet Foundation brings Ramadan solidarity to Gaza refugees
The Türkiye Diyanet Foundation organized a communal iftar program for displaced Palestinians at the Nuseirat Refugee Camp in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, on March 4, 2026. The initiative aims to strengthen solidarity and provide support during Ramadan amid ongoing humanitarian challenges in the region.
05 March 2026
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Images show widespread destruction in Tehran after US-Israeli strikes
New images from central Tehran reveal extensive damage around Ferdowsi Square following US and Israeli attacks on the Iranian capital. Debris is scattered across the area, with reports of destruction near a Diplomatic Police post.
04 March 2026
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Revealed: The countries with the world's most extensive bunker networks
In a period of renewed global tensions, "secret bunkers" built by some countries meters underground, whose existence is often not officially confirmed, are attracting attention as the most strategic part of the survival plans of states and critical institutions in a potential nuclear or military crisis scenario.
03 March 2026
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Hamid-i Evvel Mosque: A timeless Ottoman gem on the Bosphorus
Standing gracefully on Istanbul's Bosphorus shoreline, the Hamid-i Evvel Mosque in Beylerbeyi continues to captivate visitors as one of the finest examples of imperial waterfront mosques. The 18th-century structure represents a unique chapter in Ottoman architectural heritage.
02 March 2026
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'La ilaha illallah' illuminates Hagia Sophia's minarets in Ramadan mahya display
Aerial footage captures the centuries-old Ottoman tradition of mahya lights strung between the iconic mosque's minarets, spelling out the Islamic declaration of faith during the holy month.
27 February 2026
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Families reunite in Khan Yunis after limited passage through Rafah Crossing
A group of Palestinians arrived at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza city of Khan Yunis on Feb. 22 after crossing via the Rafah Border Crossing, following Israel’s decision to grant limited passage.
25 February 2026
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Hundreds of Gaza tents submerged as winter floods deepen humanitarian crisis in Khan Younis
Heavy rains have inundated hundreds of displacement tents in Khan Younis' Al-Mawasi area, worsening already catastrophic conditions for Palestinians uprooted by Israel's war. Families waded through flooded shelters as animals pulled carts through waterlogged roads, with officials warning 127,000 of 135,000 tents are now uninhabitable.
24 February 2026
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