Samsun

Turkish BIST100 volatility and fund liquidation

24 clusters · 220 sources · last updated about 5 hours ago

Latest: Turkey investigates $13 billion investment fund scandal

The BIST 100 index has continued its downward trend, dropping more than 2 percent in a single session to reach levels around 13,000 points. Market volatility has been exacerbated by new regulatory changes from the Capita

Turkey intensifies crackdown on crime, drugs and betting

85 clusters · 239 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Turkey conducts nationwide ‘Sokaklar Güvende’ crime operations

Turkey’s security drive intensified throughout July 2026, adding new layers to the multi‑front campaign against organised crime, drug trafficking, illegal gambling and terrorism. On 3 July, coordinated sweeps in 16 provi

Samsun infrastructure and urban development projects

10 clusters · 55 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Samsun improves regional transit with new interchange and airport shuttle

Samsun is advancing diverse infrastructure, urban, and industrial development projects. In the Canik district, urban renewal efforts for the Mert River and the Gülsan Industrial Site have progressed, with the Samsun Metr

Middle Black Sea logistics and maritime security

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: SAMSİAD proposes Black Sea trade and logistics security summit in Samsun

The Middle Black Sea region is focusing on logistics infrastructure and maritime security. The Middle Black Sea Development Agency (OKA) has moved into the field study phase of its Logistics Master Plan, targeting the pr

Ukraine-Russia War: Infrastructure Strikes & Energy Truce

1586 clusters · 3963 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Russia and Ukraine exchange massive aerial strikes on infrastructure and cities

The conflict continues to focus on critical infrastructure, with Russian drone strikes causing civilian casualties and targeting transport and energy networks. While Donald Trump has claimed an energy infrastructure truc

Extreme weather shifts and regional volatility in Turkey

133 clusters · 531 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey weather alert: Cold wave and heavy rain expected

By mid-September 2026, Turkey continued to experience significant meteorological transitions. Meteorological data confirmed that August 2026 was the 16th warmest August in the last 56 years, with an average temperature o

Turkish municipal social, educational, and relief efforts

13 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities launch educational support programs

Turkish municipalities continue to implement diverse social welfare, educational, and specialized support programs. Recent efforts have focused on measurable outcomes in exam preparation and regional readiness for the ac

Disability inclusion initiatives in Samsun

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Samsun launches inclusive science workshops for special needs children

In Samsun, various initiatives have been implemented to support individuals with disabilities through social and educational programs. In early September, the Bafra Association for the Visually Impaired, with support fr

Turkey on-call pharmacy scheduling

12 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Duty pharmacy schedules released for various regions in Turkey and Cyprus

Turkish health authorities continue to issue on-call and on-duty pharmacy schedules for multiple provinces to ensure continuous access to medicines. In early July 2026, Kırıkkale and Denizli released schedules covering c

Turkish organized crime and fraud crackdowns

83 clusters · 219 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Istanbul drug investigation detains several high-profile celebrities

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

Atakum municipal workers end 15-day wage protest

5 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Atakum municipal workers end 15-day wage protest

The wage dispute at Atakum Municipality has reached a turning point as municipal workers ended a 15-day protest, which included an eight-day hunger strike. The demonstration, organized under the Atakum Worker Solidarity

Turkey diesel price volatility and transport sector crisis

52 clusters · 243 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey fuel price hikes strain small businesses and farmers

Diesel prices in Turkey have experienced extreme volatility, briefly crossing the historic 100 TL per liter threshold. Following a substantial discount of approximately 4.09 TL per liter effective September 19, prices re

Togg T10X performance and Turkish market stagnation

5 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey automotive market contraction reduces tax revenue

The Turkish automotive market continues to face stagnation, characterized by declining registrations. Data from the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) for August 2026 confirms that new motor vehicle registrations fell

International sporting events in Istanbul

11 clusters · 60 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: L’Étape Türkiye by Tour de France held in Istanbul

Istanbul is hosting several major international sporting events in August and September 2026. On August 16, the city held the sixth edition of the Oral-B Istanbul Bosphorus Triathlon, where Mikhail Venediktov and Ece Cal

Turkey produce price pressures and producer losses

13 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkish Ministry of Trade audits hazelnut markets in Ordu and Giresun

By mid-September 2026, economic strain on Turkish agriculture continued to impact various sectors. Sugar beet producers in Niğde requested prices of 4,000 to 4,500 Turkish Liras per unit to offset rising costs, while sta

Turkey renewable surge, EV boom, and infrastructure gaps

47 clusters · 134 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Türkiye electric vehicle fleet grows to 472,157 units

Turkey’s energy transition and electric vehicle (EV) adoption have accelerated through mid-2026. By July, renewable energy sources accounted for 58% of total electricity generation, a significant increase from 43% the pr

Eti Bakır copper production expansion in Turkey

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Eti Bakır announces $2.2 billion investment in Turkish copper production

Eti Bakır, a subsidiary of Cengiz Holding, is significantly expanding its copper production capabilities in Turkey through large-scale investments. Initial reports highlighted the economic impact of the company’s Siirt

Turkish municipal infrastructure and urban renewal projects

10 clusters · 119 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Antalya Metropolitan Municipality invests in Kaş and Finike infrastructure

Turkish municipalities continue to implement extensive infrastructure, transportation, and urban renewal projects, with an increasing focus on water management and resource security. Water infrastructure and scarcity re

Turkey hazelnut harvest: Economic pressure and processing

19 clusters · 71 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Samsun hazelnut producers warned over quality and pests

The hazelnut harvest in Turkey’s coastal regions has concluded, marking a transition from collection and drying to processing. While the expected yield is approximately 700,000 tons, the sector faces severe economic pres

Turkish municipalities expand summer culture & sports 2026

44 clusters · 121 sources · last updated 5 days 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

Turkish fruit production and quality trends

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Diyarbakır watermelon producers prepare for annual festival

Agricultural reports from Turkey highlight varying outcomes for fruit production influenced by weather patterns and soil conditions. In the Delice district of Kırıkkale, melon yields and quality have increased due to ef

Ahilik Week celebrations and economic discussions in Turkey

5 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkey celebrates Ahilik Haftası across multiple provinces

The 39th Ahilik Culture and Vocational Training Week continues across Turkey, blending traditional ceremonies with discussions regarding economic recovery. While the week honors historical values of honesty, justice, and

Turkish fishing season sees abundance but rising price gaps

16 clusters · 109 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkey fishing season opening brings seafood abundance and lower prices

The 2026-2027 Turkish fishing season has commenced following a four-and-a-half-month industrial ban. While operations began in the Black Sea, Marmara, and Aegean seas on September 1, the Mediterranean season officially o

Turkey automotive market trends and second-hand volatility

70 clusters · 180 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Skoda and Nissan announce major vehicle discounts in Turkey

The contraction in Turkey’s automotive market has extended into late summer, impacting fiscal revenues and driving aggressive pricing strategies. In July, Special Consumption Tax (ÖTV) revenues fell by 2.55% year-on-year

President Erdoğan visit to Samsun

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: President Erdoğan stops convoy to greet disabled youth in Samsun

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan conducted a visit to Samsun, characterized by high public participation. During the visit, AK Party Istanbul Deputy Süleyman Soylu described the turnout as a reflection of the “deep-seated

Urban transformation in Çorum

2 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Turkey invests 34 billion TL in earthquake zone cultural heritage

The Çorum Municipality has progressed through stages of the Kale/Gülabibey Neighborhood urban transformation project. Initially, the municipality focused on the second phase of the project, which involved reconciliation

Livestock disease monitoring and vaccination in Samsun

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Samsun begins autumn foot-and-mouth disease vaccination program

The Samsun Veterinary Control Institute has been conducting extensive diagnostic and control operations across nine Turkish provinces to monitor animal diseases and zoonotic risks. Utilizing specialized laboratories and

Ladik school bullying prevention initiative

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Ladik teachers complete training to combat peer bullying

In the Ladik district of Samsun, Turkey, the District Directorate of National Education initiated a project to combat peer bullying through the development of the ‘Ladik Model School Climate Protocol’. Supported by the M

Gas-related incidents in Samsun, Turkey

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Samsun gas leak occurs during tram line drilling

In August 2026, a fire at a gas cylinder dealership in the Tekkeköy district of Samsun, Turkey, led to successive explosions. The blaze spread to an adjacent business and several apartments in a nearby six-story building

Erdoğan infrastructure inaugurations in Black Sea region

2 clusters · 39 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Erdoğan visits Rize to inaugurate 10 billion lira in projects

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is conducting a series of official visits to the Black Sea region of Turkey to inaugurate major infrastructure and public service projects. Initial reports indicated that Erdoğan would over