Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı

Turkey 2026-27 school year preparation and commencement

18 clusters · 234 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey begins 2026-2027 academic year with new educational directives

The 2026–2027 academic year has officially commenced in Turkey and Cyprus, involving approximately 17 million students and 1.2 million teachers. The term is marked by the expansion of the ‘Türkiye Yüzyılı Maarif Modeli’

Turkish municipalities expand summer culture & sports 2026

44 clusters · 121 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Tarsus Municipality to launch open-air cinema at Cleopatra Square

Throughout the summer of 2026, Turkish municipalities and national institutions expanded free cultural, educational, and athletic programming for youth. Sports and safety initiatives included specialized swimming program

Turkey's response to Middle East instability

3 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkey's regional influence grows as relations with Israel deteriorate

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has issued several warnings regarding regional instability in the Middle East. Initially, during Mevlid-i Nebi Week celebrations, Erdoğan called for Islamic unity to create collecti

Environmental education initiatives in Mersin

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Mersin hosts religious education and pilgrimage programs

In Mersin, Turkey, the Mercan 100. Yıl Climate and Environment Science Center, operated by the Mersin Metropolitan Municipality, completed a summer school program for 587 children. The center, which is the first in Turke

Quran memorization ceremonies in Turkey

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Kastamonu celebrates 51 students completing Quran memorization

Ceremonies were held in different Turkish districts to celebrate students who completed Quran memorization training. In the Alaşehir district of Manisa, 11 students were recognized during an authorization ceremony at th

Islamic Friday religious practices and traditions

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Friday religious practices and prayer timings

Islamic religious traditions regarding Friday emphasize specific acts of worship and spiritual protections. Recommended Sunnah practices include ritual bathing, wearing fine clothing, applying perfume, and reciting Surah

Turkish investigation into religious sects

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Turkey expands investigation into Süleymanlılar religious group

The Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) in Turkey released a report examining the historical background and potential risks of various religious sects following the 2016 coup attempt. The report warned of non-trans

Turkish presidential administrative appointments

3 clusters · 79 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Turkey implements widespread government and diplomatic appointments

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has issued several series of high-level appointment and dismissal decrees via the Official Gazette, affecting various sectors of Turkish public administration. Initial decrees focused on di

Quran memorization program completions

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Manavgat students receive Quran memorization certification

Religious educational programs in Egypt, Yemen, and Turkey have concluded summer sessions and training periods with ceremonies honoring students for Quran memorization. In Egypt, the Ministry of Awqaf held a ceremony at

Turkey Diyanet weekly Friday sermons

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Diyanet announces September 4 Friday sermon topic

The Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) in Turkey has released weekly Friday sermon texts for mosques across the country’s 81 provinces. In August 2026, the sermon titled ‘Kardeşlik’ (Brotherhood) called for Musli

Turkish Siyer competitions and Umrah prizes

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Niğde students depart for Umrah after winning religious competition

In Turkey, various educational and municipal authorities are organizing Siyer competitions—quizzes focused on the life of the Prophet—with Umrah pilgrimages as prizes for winners. In early August, student Osman Balcı of

Turkey Diyanet weekly Friday sermons

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Presidency of Religious Affairs to release August 28 Friday sermon

The Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) continues its practice of issuing weekly Friday sermons (khutbah) to provide religious and social guidance to mosques across Turkey. In late July 2026, the Diyanet released

Mevlid Kandili observances in Turkey

4 clusters · 87 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Çorum hosts Mevlid Kandili religious program

Mevlid Kandili, commemorating the 1501st anniversary of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, is being observed on Monday, August 24, 2026. The occasion follows the Hijri calendar, specifically the 12th night of the month o

Controversy over Diyanet spending and official travel

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Diyanet denies allegations of luxury Tokyo trip by President Arpaguş

Controversy has emerged regarding the spending habits of Turkey’s Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet). Initial reports highlighted a five-day gathering for approximately 70 senior officials at a five-star hotel in

Turkey summer Qur'an courses and community events

10 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Şanlıurfa records highest participation in summer Quran courses

The Diyanet’s seven‑week summer Qur'an courses, launched in early July 2026, continue to serve as a platform for diverse community activities across Turkey. Sedide Akbulut, General Director of Education Services for the

Turkey 2027 Hajj pilgrimage organization

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Directorate of Religious Affairs shifts Hajj fees to US dollars

The Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs (Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı) initiated the registration process for the 2027 Hajj pilgrimage, following a public draw that secured slots for 84,942 candidates from nearly 1.9 m