Hürriyet Daily News

SPK rejects claims of foreign investors exiting after large gains

The Capital Markets Board of Türkiye (SPK) has said claims that foreign financial institutions made excessive profits, closed their positions and completely disposed of certain capital market assets in their portfolios do not reflect the facts.

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Türkiye’s October inflation expected at 2.2 percent

Economists surveyed in state-run Anadolu Agency Finans expect Türkiye’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) to increase by 2.2 percent in October.

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Antalya welcomes more than 15 million foreign tourists this year

More than 15 million foreign tourists visited Antalya between Jan. 1 and Oct. 27, according to data from the city’s airports, as the Mediterranean tourism hub continues to attract visitors during the autumn season.

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Şanlıurfa museum preserves centuries-old traditions

The Şanlıurfa City Museum welcomes 25,000 to 30,000 visitors annually with exhibits on the city’s traditional crafts, customs and family life

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Syrian mosaic artist revives family craft after returning home

After years in Türkiye, the Barini family has returned to Syria to rebuild its mosaic workshop, carrying on a decades-old tradition and seeking to pass the craft on to younger generations

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24 artists from Balkans paint historic Selimiye Mosque in Edirne

Twenty-four artists from Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Balkan countries have gathered in the northwestern city of Edirne to paint the historic Selimiye Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site regarded as the masterpiece of Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan.

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Türkiye to open 10 new-generation libraries in 2027

Türkiye plans to open 10 new-generation libraries, digitize 20,000 manuscripts and rare works and restore 1,100 historical items in 2027 as part of efforts to expand access to knowledge and preserve the country’s cultural heritage.

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Türkiye marks republic’s 103rd anniversary

Türkiye is marking the republic’s 103rd anniversary on Oct. 29 with ceremonies, parades, concerts and local celebrations across the country.

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Arab parties hold balance after inconclusive Israeli vote

Israel’s Arab-led parties were on course for a record 19 seats after the Oct. 27 election, putting them in a potentially decisive position as both main political blocs remained short of a parliamentary majority.

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Ankara hosts Turkic leaders for summit, Republic Day

Ankara is hosting Turkic leaders for Republic Day celebrations and a summit at which Türkiye will take over the rotating chairmanship of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) from Azerbaijan.

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Erdoğan, Trump discuss Hormuz, Yemen and Ukraine

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan discussed developments in the Strait of Hormuz and Yemen and efforts to end the war in Ukraine with U.S. President Donald Trump in a phone call on Oct. 28, Türkiye’s Communications Directorate said.

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Türkiye, Bulgaria, Romania condemn Black Sea ship attacks

Türkiye, Bulgaria and Romania condemned attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea on Oct. 28 and agreed to strengthen intelligence sharing and early-warning capabilities.

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Türkiye to deepen defense industry ties with Kazakhstan

Türkiye will broaden its defense industry cooperation with Kazakhstan, Defense Industries Secretary Haluk Görgün said on Oct. 28 following talks between the two countries’ presidents in Ankara.

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UK raises bank taxes to fund energy relief for households

Britain announced a temporary increase in bank taxes on Oct. 28 to help fund household energy relief as Finance Minister John Healey presented his first budget.

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Iran to mobilize millions of students for weekly anti-US rallies

Iran’s Education Ministry has instructed schools across the country to organize weekly rallies against the United States and Israel, with millions of students expected to take part in gatherings scheduled for Wednesday evenings, according to state media.

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Former Fenerbahçe president denies drug trafficking charges

Former Fenerbahçe President Sadettin Saran denied allegations of growing, using or supplying drugs during a court hearing on Oct. 28, as prosecutors sought prison sentences of at least 10 years for him and broadcaster Ela Rümeysa Cebeci over alleged drug trafficking or narcotics supply.

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Minister, Ankara mayor hold talks in rare meeting

Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Minister Murat Kurum held a meeting with Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavaş on Oct. 28, amid speculation that the latter could switch political allegiance.

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Erdoğan, Macron discuss UN leadership, bilateral ties in call

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan discussed bilateral relations, regional and global developments and the selection of the next United Nations secretary-general with French leader Emmanuel Macron in a phone call on Oct. 27.

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