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Last update : 05 October 2026, Monday / 22:12

Türkiye targets space sovereignty with 100-satellite constellation

Haluk Bayraktar, chair of SAHA Istanbul, said Türkiye is developing an independent satellite constellation of more than 100 craft to secure orbital sovereignty, marking the country's transformation from technology importer to global aerospace exporter with annual defense sales reaching $11 billion.

05 October 2026

Istanbul

Overcast skies settle over Istanbul's Üsküdar district

Residents of Üsküdar in Istanbul, Türkiye, woke to grey, overcast weather on October 2, 2026, as cloud cover blanketed the district. The muted skies offered a cooler, calmer start to the day across the city's Asian side, with similar conditions expected to linger over the coming hours.

02 October 2026

Istanbul

D-8 Secretary-General visits Türkiye's Albayrak Media to discuss joint media efforts

During the meeting, opportunities for developing cooperation in the field of media and for conveying the D-8's activities to the international public more effectively were discussed.

29 September 2026

Istanbul

Turkish Navy marks 488th Preveze Victory in Istanbul

Turkish Naval Forces have celebrated the 488th anniversary of the Preveze Naval Victory and Naval Forces Day with a 15-vessel parade through the Bosporus in Istanbul, alongside port visits by nine warships at nine coastal destinations.

28 September 2026

Football

Fenerbahce record historic 8-0 victory over Eyupspor

Fenerbahce secured their largest-ever Süper Lig victory with an emphatic 8-0 defeat of newly-promoted Eyüpspor at Ülker Stadium, as Vedat Muriqi netted four goals in a performance that established new club and league benchmarks.

20 September 2026

Istanbul

Sunset paints Istanbul skyline behind Grand Camlica Mosque

A glowing sunset settled over Istanbul, framing the Grand Camlica Mosque in the foreground as evening light spread across Türkiye's largest city. The scene highlighted the capital of culture and commerce at dusk, with the mosque's silhouette standing out against the fading sky.

19 September 2026

Culture and Arts

Istanbul Archaeological Museums reopen after extensive restoration

Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy announced the reopening of the Istanbul Archaeological Museums following extensive restoration work, stating the project preserves the historic complex's original architecture while introducing contemporary exhibition practices and creating a "living cultural space" for visitors.

18 September 2026

Istanbul

Overcast skies blanket Istanbul as autumn chill sets in

Residents across Istanbul woke to a thick layer of clouds, with the Umraniye district offering a clear vantage point of the grey canopy stretching over Türkiye's largest city. The overcast conditions mark a shift toward cooler autumn weather across the region.

18 September 2026

Türkiye

SOLOTURK F-16 thrills Istanbul crowds on Victory Day

Türkiye marked the 104th anniversary of August 30 Victory Day with a spectacular aerial display over Istanbul as the Turkish Air Force’s SOLOTURK demonstration team captivated onlookers across the Bosphorus. The solo F-16 performance underscored national pride and military prowess.

31 August 2026

Istanbul

Istanbul's Sultanahmet Mosque glows for Mawlid al-Nabi celebrations

The historic Sultanahmet Mosque in Istanbul was illuminated with special lighting to mark Mawlid al-Nabi, the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad, as Türkiye joined Muslims worldwide in observing the sacred occasion. The symbolic display transformed the city's iconic skyline.

25 August 2026

Istanbul

Sunset casts golden glow over Istanbul’s Galata Tower

A breathtaking sunset over Istanbul’s historic peninsula on August 2, 2026, offers a stunning vista of the iconic Galata Tower, highlighting Türkiye’s unique position as a crossroads of history and culture.

03 August 2026

Istanbul

Gray skies over Istanbul’s Üsküdar as clouds blanket Bosphorus

Clouds hang over the Üsküdar district of Istanbul, Türkiye, on July 23, 2026, as overcast weather settles over the city. The iconic silhouette of the district's mosques and waterfront is softened by the gray skies of midsummer.

24 July 2026

Istanbul

Crescent moon glows above Istanbul's historic Galata Tower

A delicate crescent moon was suspended above the iconic Galata Tower in Istanbul on the evening of July 18, 2026, casting a serene silhouette over the historic Beyoğlu district. The celestial alignment offered photographers and residents a striking visual reminder of the city's timeless charm against the summer sky.

20 July 2026

Istanbul

Half moon rises over Istanbul's historic Fatih mosque

A striking half moon was observed over the Fatih Mosque in Istanbul, Türkiye, on June 22, 2026, creating a captivating visual against the city's historic skyline.

22 June 2026

Türkiye

Turquoise Bosphorus draws eyes to Istanbul’s shores

A striking aerial image captured on June 7, 2026, shows Istanbul’s Bosphorus strait glowing in turquoise hues beneath the July 15 Martyrs Bridge. The rare colour shift has sparked curiosity among residents and tourists across Türkiye.

08 June 2026

Türkiye

Crescent moon rises over Istanbul’s Blue Mosque in stunning night view

A breathtaking crescent moon was seen rising behind the historic Sultanahmet Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque, in Istanbul on April 24, 2026. The iconic silhouette offered a striking visual of the Islamic symbol framing one of Türkiye’s most famous landmarks.

24 April 2026

Istanbul

'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

Istanbul

Muslims gather for morning prayer in Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Turkish Religious Affairs Directorate Ali Erbas gives a speech after a morning prayer as part of a collective prayer event at Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque to wish peaceful new year in Istanbul on the first day of the year.

01 January 2023

Istanbul

Scientists sound oxygen loss alarms at Turkey's Marmara Sea

Scientists from the METU Marine Sciences Institute, conducting research project, named as The Marmara Sea Integrated Modelling System (MARMOD), on BILIM-2 Ship, which sailed in Marmara Sea in March, analyze the samples taken with the Conductivity-Temperature-Depth (CTD) device from 110 different stations, including Bosphorus and the Dardanelles, at the BILIM-2 ship's laboratory in Istanbul, Turkiye on March 31, 2022.

02 April 2022

Istanbul

Vaults and Fortresses: Yeditepe Biennial presents Turkish artwork in historical Istanbul

The Second Yeditepe Biennial continues to present Turkish artwork, such as Islamic calligraphy, to its visitors as art lovers feast their eyes on beauty in several locations across the historic city of Istanbul, including the Nuruosmaniye Mosque Cellar in Fatih, Yedikule Fortress and the Fatih Glass Cube Gallery.

14 February 2022

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