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Turkish organized crime and fraud crackdowns

79 clusters · 198 sources · last updated

Latest: İslam Yakut, international drug lord, apprehended in Istanbul

Throughout mid-2026, Turkish law enforcement conducted extensive, multi-agency operations targeting organized crime, including financial fraud, narcotics trafficking, and illegal gambling. Initial operations focused on l

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Turkish aviation infrastructure expansion

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Turkish Minister announces new airport developments in Malatya and Trabzon

Turkey is undertaking several major aviation infrastructure projects to expand its national capacity. At Istanbul Airport, a new 2,820-meter-long east-west runway is scheduled to begin service in mid-September to support

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European airport operational and punctuality challenges

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Latest: Zurich Airport ranks low in European punctuality report

European airports continue to face operational disruptions linked to the implementation of the Entry-Exit-System (EES) at Schengen borders. The requirement for third-country nationals to provide biometric data has caused

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Istanbul Airport runway expansion and hub growth

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Latest: Istanbul Airport maintains European leadership despite global ranking shift

In late July 2026, Istanbul Airport opened its sixth runway (09/27), a 2,820m by 45m east-west strip primarily for domestic departures. Designed to avoid intersecting the main north-south traffic corridor, the runway all

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Evolution of global airports into commercial hubs

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Latest: Airports evolve into commercial and cultural hubs

Major international airports are transitioning from simple transportation hubs into integrated commercial, cultural, and social centers, often referred to as ‘airport cities’. This evolution focuses on diversifying reven

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Legal investigations and turmoil surrounding Manifest group

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Latest: Manifest group faces turmoil following arrest of manager Tolga Akış

The legal situation surrounding the music group Manifest and its manager, Tolga Akış, has expanded significantly. Following allegations by photographer Mesut Adlin regarding restrictive contracts and unfair revenue distr

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Travel budgeting and quality management strategies

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Latest: Travel strategies for securing cheaper airline tickets

Early July reports noted that rising travel expenses were pushing tourists toward cheaper options. By month-end, advice expanded to specific cost-saving tactics, such as choosing accommodations that balance price, locati

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FIVB U17 Women's World Championship results

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Latest: Turkish U17 Women's Volleyball Team returns home after World Championship silver

The 2026 FIVB U17 Women’s World Championship in Chile concluded with a gold-medal final between the USA and Türkiye. The USA reached the final after a straight-sets victory over China, maintaining a perfect tournament re

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Turkish Airlines financial performance and growth strategy 2

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Latest: Turkish Airlines targets 850-aircraft fleet and $50B revenue

In early August 2026, Turkish Airlines reported a strong rise in revenue, up 20.8% year‑on‑year to $13.1 billion, driven by higher passenger and cargo sales. At the same time, net income fell sharply, dropping 34.6% to $

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Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport growth

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Latest: Sabiha Gökçen Airport sets record daily passenger traffic

In the first half of 2026, ACI Europe reported that Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport increased passenger traffic by 6.4%, ranking it among Europe’s fastest-growing large airports. While overall European traffic rose 2.6%

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Zurich Airport operational and environmental impact

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Latest: Zurich faces environmental crisis amid record airport activity

Zurich Airport has faced operational and environmental scrutiny amid rising activity levels. In July 2026, Eurocontrol data indicated that the airport recorded only 46% on-time departures, the lowest punctuality rate amo

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