Diyarbakır

Extreme weather shifts and regional volatility in Turkey

156 clusters · 757 sources · last updated about 1 hour ago

Latest: Turkey weather warning: Heavy rainfall and storms expected

The meteorological shift in Turkey began in late August 2026, as a new weather system from the north replaced prolonged heatwaves with thunderstorms and cooler temperatures. By early September, flooding in the Black Sea

Turkish public institution procurement tenders

31 clusters · 84 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: Turkish public institutions announce food procurement tenders

Turkish public institutions and municipalities continue to issue procurement tenders under Public Procurement Law No. 4734, covering goods, services, and infrastructure. In the healthcare sector, recent activity includes

Environmental education initiatives in Turkey

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Keskin Anadolu Lisesi wins Kırıkkale environmental knowledge competition

Educational programs focused on environmental awareness and sustainability have been implemented across various Turkish provinces. In Kırıkkale, students from Şehitler Secondary School visited a modern solid waste sortin

Turkey's expanding cultural and gastronomy festival season

33 clusters · 140 sources · last updated about 24 hours ago

Latest: Antalya to host 4th Turkey Culture Route Festival

The cultural and gastronomy festival season in Turkey continues to expand, with new programming focusing on regional heritage and tourism development. In September, the festival landscape included the 95th Izmir Internat

Turkey economic data shows mixed trade, inflation, and labor

29 clusters · 188 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey reports record September exports and reduced trade deficit

Turkey’s economic landscape is defined by high inflation and a shifting labor market. While consumer-price inflation was 31.75% in July 2026, financial sector year-end forecasts have risen to 30.47%. Food prices have ris

Seasonal livestock migration in Turkey

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Muş nomads begin seasonal migration to winter pastures

Nomadic and Yörük livestock herders in various regions of Turkey have commenced seasonal migrations driven by dropping autumn temperatures. In the Van and Bitlis regions, herders are moving thousands of small livestock

Turkey intensifies crackdown on crime, drugs and betting

101 clusters · 313 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey conducts large-scale drug and smuggling operations

Turkey’s security drive intensified throughout 2026, targeting organised crime, drug trafficking, illegal gambling, and terrorism. In August, investigations into Dinamikpay Elektronik Para ve Ödeme Hizmetleri A. Ş. led t

Azerbaijan school hijab restrictions and diplomatic fallout

10 clusters · 83 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Azerbaijan and Turkey face diplomatic tension over school dress codes

Tensions have escalated in Azerbaijan following the enforcement of hijab restrictions in state schools. The controversy stems from the Cabinet of Ministers' decision 309, adopted on September 21, 2026, which restricts cl

Tributes and academic engagements for Aziz Sancar

3 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: President Erdoğan receives Nobel laureate Aziz Sancar

Nobel laureate Prof. Dr. Aziz Sancar has received several honors and participated in academic engagements across Turkey. In Mardin’s Savur district, Sancar’s childhood home, the historic Hakkı Bey Mansion, was converted

TÜBİTAK science education and communication initiatives

8 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Science and technology education initiatives launched in Turkey

Science outreach and educational initiatives supported by TÜBİTAK continue to expand across Turkey, focusing on urban festivals, rural technological training, and national science communication. In October 2026, region

Dicle University institutional developments

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Dicle University architecture students explore Diyarbakır heritage

Dicle University is advancing several institutional initiatives in Diyarbakır. The university has completed soil studies for a new 600-bed hospital project on campus, designed to meet earthquake regulations and serve as

Turkey stray animal collection initiative

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey completes nationwide stray animal collection process

Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi reported significant progress in a nationwide effort to move stray animals from streets into municipal shelters. The initiative aimed to address public safety concerns, including

Dia Saba performance at Amedspor

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Dia Saba leads Amedspor to league leadership

Dia Saba has become a key figure for Amedspor in the Turkish league. Early in his tenure, Saba expressed his satisfaction living in Diyarbakır and noted that the support from fans increases his sense of responsibility on

Trendyol Süper Lig match results and developments

11 clusters · 231 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Amed Sportif Faaliyetler defeats Samsunspor 2-1

During the early weeks of the Trendyol Süper Lig, several significant results shaped the league standings. In week three, Amedspor achieved a 2-1 comeback victory against Trabzonspor at Diyarbakır Stadium. After Mohamed

Public transport emergency incidents in Turkey

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Separate incidents reported in Niğde and Diyarbakır

In late September 2026, a bus driver in İnegöl, Yasemin Alıç, provided critical assistance to a female passenger suffering a heart attack. Alıç contacted emergency services and ensured the passenger was transported to İn

Turkish political discourse on disarmament

2 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Turkish Cabinet to meet over fund investigations and security processes

Turkish political leaders have expressed varying perspectives regarding the ‘Terror-free Turkey’ process and the requirements for achieving regional stability. AK Party Group Chairman Abdullah Güler and Deputy Mustafa Şe

Turkey food price trends

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Food prices rise in Turkey as watermelon seed and meat costs climb

In late September, data from the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality indicated that 274,157 tons of produce were sold across the Bayrampasa and Atasehir markets during August. Watermelon was the most popular fruit, while

Turkey violent crime and judicial cold case developments

185 clusters · 269 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkey police solve multiple long-term cold case murders

Turkey continues to see a significant wave of violent crimes alongside a major judicial push to resolve long-standing cold cases through the Ministry of Justice’s Unsolved Crimes Research Department. Justice Minister Akı

Turkish regional infrastructure and economic discussions

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Diyarbakır sports leaders call for infrastructure and economic support

In the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, representatives addressed various regional needs. In Kayseri, Deputy Baki Ersoy advocated for improved sports infrastructure for amateur clubs and amputee athletes, alongside leg

Gender-based violence and suspected femicides in Turkey

10 clusters · 68 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkey: Protests and arrests follow recent cases of violence against women

In mid-2026, Turkey experienced a significant surge in suspected femicides and suspicious female deaths. Data indicated that at least 150 women were killed by men in the preceding six months, with an additional 151 death

Turkish local solidarity events for veterans and martyr-relv

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Turkey holds solidarity events for martyr families and veterans

Local administrations and organizations in Turkey have conducted several events to honor veterans and the families of martyrs. In the Of district, officials hosted a breakfast program led by District Governor Eşref Akç

Disability accessibility and support in Turkey

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Accessibility challenges and community support for visually impaired individuals in Turkey

Various initiatives and challenges regarding accessibility for citizens with disabilities have been reported across several Turkish municipalities. In late September, municipalities implemented programs to support heari

Public transport cost and service issues in Turkey

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Price increases and service fee disputes reported in Turkey

Public transportation in Turkey has faced increasing criticism regarding rising costs and service quality. In Gaziantep, officials noted that ticket price increases for both full and student fares exceeded the annual inf

Turkish law enforcement anti-drug operations

2 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Turkish authorities conduct large-scale operations in Diyarbakır

Turkish authorities have conducted significant operations targeting narcotics trafficking and organized crime. In a large-scale coordinated effort involving 2,000 police personnel across 13 provinces, including Istanbul

Property and infrastructure disputes in Turkey

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Local issues arise in Diyarbakır and Edirne

In the Mudanya district of Bursa, tensions escalated as residents protested demolition orders for structures near the Ayazma and Mesudiye coasts. Protesters attempted to block heavy machinery and law enforcement, with so

Gönyeli shooting sentencing

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Cemal Alpaslan sentenced to aggravated life imprisonment for murder in Diyarbakır

The Nicosia Heavy Penal Court sentenced Tayyar Alpdağ to two years in prison following a shooting incident in Gönyeli on March 28, 2026. Alpdağ used a licensed 9mm pistol to fire seven shots at his neighbor, Erdoğan Öztü

Public safety and disaster preparedness in Turkey

14 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Kayseri Fire Department conducts emergency training for TPAO

Turkish regional authorities continue conducting safety inspections, training exercises, and disaster preparedness initiatives. Previous efforts included law enforcement inspections in Eskişehir and Hatay, K-9 debris tra

Traditional winter food and fodder preparations in Turkey

15 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Balıkesir residents prepare for winter with seasonal pickling

Traditional seasonal food and fodder preparations continue across various regions in Turkey as residents prepare for winter. In Buldan, Denizli, women produce tarhana—using a fermentation process with peppers, onions, an

Seasonal winter retail activity in Turkey

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Turkey retail sector sees winter surge in wool, leather, and footwear

In mid-October, local markets in Eskişehir and Diyarbakır experienced increased activity as residents prepared for colder weather. In Eskişehir, consumers utilized the Çarşamba Market to purchase winter clothing, such as

Cultural heritage preservation and festivals in Diyarbakır

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Turkey hosts various cultural festivals and heritage exhibitions

Cultural heritage initiatives in Diyarbakır and Bingöl have focused on both physical restoration and community engagement. The General Directorate of Foundations completed restoration, conservation, and reinforcement pro