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Covid-19 in Turkey: Daily cases increase for the fifth day in a row

Covid-19 in Turkey: Daily cases increase for the fifth day in a row

The Health Ministry has reported 1,592 cases for the past 24 hours as the increase in new cases continues after the reopening in early June.

'Outbreak is not under control, strict measures may come back,' doctors warn

'Outbreak is not under control, strict measures may come back,' doctors warn

The number of new Covid-19 cases in Turkey has reached mid-May levels since the reopening on June 1.

15 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel

Coal-fired plant project threatens endangered sea turtles on Turkey's Mediterranean shores

WORLD SEA TURTLE DAY

Coal-fired plant project threatens endangered sea turtles on Turkey's Mediterranean shores

WWF Turkey has released a statement on the occasion of the World Sea Turtle Day.

Sexist attack on Başak Demirtaş: One suspect released after saying 'he didn't post the tweet'

Sexist attack on Başak Demirtaş: One suspect released after saying 'he didn't post the tweet'

While V.Y. has been released while proceedings regarding his step-uncle are underway.

HDP starts 'March for Democracy' from both ends of the country to the capital

HDP starts 'March for Democracy' from both ends of the country to the capital

Against the dismissal of its MPs and mayors, the HDP has started a march from the northwestern and southeastern edges of the country to the capital, Ankara.

Turkey carries out dozens of airstrikes in Iraq's Kurdistan region

Turkey carries out dozens of airstrikes in Iraq's Kurdistan region

Fighter jets launching from southeastern Turkey at midnight bombed several areas in northern Iraq, including Shingal and Qandil mountains.

Two detained over sexist remarks against Başak Demirtaş

Two detained over sexist remarks against Başak Demirtaş

A Twitter user and his step-uncle have been detained over sexist tweets against former HDP co-chair Selahattin Demirtaş's spouse.

Daily Covid-19 Cases Continue to Increase in Turkey After Reopening

Daily Covid-19 Cases Continue to Increase in Turkey After Reopening

The country has reported 1,562 cases for the past 24 hours as the Health Minister has warned against "imprudent optimism."

Covid-19: Turkey Sees New Surge After Reopening, Reports Highest Cases in a Month

Covid-19: Turkey Sees New Surge After Reopening, Reports Highest Cases in a Month

The Health Ministry has reported 1,459 new cases for the past 24 hours amid the government's reopening steps since June 1

Covid-19: Turkey Reports Highest Daily Cases in Two Weeks, Announces New Drug

Covid-19: Turkey Reports Highest Daily Cases in Two Weeks, Announces New Drug

The Health Ministry has reported 1,195 cases and 15 deaths for the past 24 hours while the Technology Ministry has announced that it produced a local synthesis of the favipiravir drug.

'I Don't Have Time to Play Games': Agricultural Child Workers Speak Out

WORLD DAY AGAINST CHILD LABOR

'I Don't Have Time to Play Games': Agricultural Child Workers Speak Out

Support to Life Association has interviewed child workers on the Day Against Child Labor.

Turkey's Industrial Production, Retail Sales Plunge Amid Pandemic

Turkey's Industrial Production, Retail Sales Plunge Amid Pandemic

On a monthly basis, industrial production and retail sales dropped by 30.4 percent and 21 percent, respectively, according to the TurkStat.

İHD: Child Labor in Agriculture Continuing Despite Pandemic

İHD: Child Labor in Agriculture Continuing Despite Pandemic

As all members of a family usually join seasonal agricultural labor, children's employment continued in this season despite the measures for the pandemic, the association has stated.

Turkish Medical Association: Outbreak Not Under Control Yet

Turkish Medical Association: Outbreak Not Under Control Yet

As the government continues to ease measures, the association says it is too early to say that the epidemic has been taken under control.

Greenpeace: Turkey May Have Problems in Obtaining Some Agricultural Products

Greenpeace: Turkey May Have Problems in Obtaining Some Agricultural Products

As many as 34 countries, including some of Turkey's neighbors, may face a food crisis due to the coronavirus pandemic, says Greenpeace.

Turkey's April Current Account Balance in 5,06 Billion Dollars of Deficit

Turkey's April Current Account Balance in 5,06 Billion Dollars of Deficit

Exports dropped faster than imports amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to the Central Bank.

Discrimination Against Woman for Wearing Shorts at Library

Discrimination Against Woman for Wearing Shorts at Library

Authorities have started an inquiry after a woman student was told not to come to the library wearing shorts.

Minister: 85 Percent of All Patients Recovered in Turkey While Death Toll Hits 4,763

Minister: 85 Percent of All Patients Recovered in Turkey While Death Toll Hits 4,763

The Health Ministry has reported 17 deaths and 987 new cases for the past 24 hours.

Union: Official Figures Don't Reflect Reality, Six Million Lost Their Jobs During Pandemic

Union: Official Figures Don't Reflect Reality, Six Million Lost Their Jobs During Pandemic

The DİSK union confederation has disputed the TurkStat figures, according to which the unemployment rate has decreased in Turkey.

Have You Heard Initiative: We Won't Stay Silent Against Pressure on Journalists

Have You Heard Initiative: We Won't Stay Silent Against Pressure on Journalists

"The ruling power has created a media order that only applauds it and slanders those it targets," the initiative has said.

A Dog's Story of Pandemic: 'Woof at Home Turkey'

A Dog's Story of Pandemic: 'Woof at Home Turkey'

Saying that "I can't participate in most festivals because of my age," short film director Nisan Uğur has made her second movie during the pandemic.

11 June 2020 Ayşegül Özbek

Trials After Covid-19: Nineteen Reporters to Appear Before Court in Four Days

Trials After Covid-19: Nineteen Reporters to Appear Before Court in Four Days

At least 19 media employees will attend hearings between June 22-26 as six reporters who have been remanded in custody over reports on an intelligence officer's funeral will appear before a court after four months.

11 June 2020 Erol Önderoğlu

Turkey to Reopen All Tourism Facilities as International Flights Resume

Turkey to Reopen All Tourism Facilities as International Flights Resume

"When foreign visitors come, they will be health-checked, and body temperatures will be measured. If there is a suspicion, tourists will be taken for a PCR test," the minister of tourism has said.

Covid-19 in Turkey: Death Toll Hits 4,746, WHO Says It's 'Closely Following' Use of Malaria Drug

Covid-19 in Turkey: Death Toll Hits 4,746, WHO Says It's 'Closely Following' Use of Malaria Drug

The Health Ministry has reported 922 new cases and 18 deaths for the past 24 hours while WHO's Europe head told Minister Koca that they have been monitoring the use of hydroxychloroquine in the country.

Parliament Authorizes Neighborhood Guards to Detain Suspects, Carry Firearms

Parliament Authorizes Neighborhood Guards to Detain Suspects, Carry Firearms

Guards have been authorized to carry weapons and detain suspects after nine articles of a law proposal were approved.

Libya: Turkey Adamant to Support GNA as EU Urges Exit of 'Foreign Forces'

Libya: Turkey Adamant to Support GNA as EU Urges Exit of 'Foreign Forces'

"We will stand with our Libyan brothers, not the putschists, not the imperialists," President Erdoğan said after a call for European countries for "withdrawal of foreign forces."

'I Don't Like My Parents Watching Over Me Like Guards'

NEW CURFEW RULES FOR THE YOUTH

'I Don't Like My Parents Watching Over Me Like Guards'

Banned from going out since early April, people younger than 18 are now allowed to go out, but only with their parents.

10 June 2020 Ayşegül Özbek

'Misapplication of Laws Preventing Women's Protection from Violence'

MOR ÇATI WOMEN'S SHELTER FOUNDATION - MAY REPORT

'Misapplication of Laws Preventing Women's Protection from Violence'

"We often encounter that enforcers give misleading and/or inadequate information to women and prevent them from accessing the rights they have to be protected from violence," says Mor Çatı.

Coal-Fired Plant in Adana May Cause 2,000 more Premature Deaths, Environmentalists Warn

Coal-Fired Plant in Adana May Cause 2,000 more Premature Deaths, Environmentalists Warn

Civil society organizations have called on China-based investors to withdraw from a coal-fired plant project in southern Turkey.

Covid-19: Turkey's Death Toll Climbs to 4,729 with 993 New Cases

Covid-19: Turkey's Death Toll Climbs to 4,729 with 993 New Cases

The total number of cases have reached 172,114 while recoveries have risen to 144,598.

Report Shows Covid-19 Has Become a New Reason for Police Violence in Turkey

Report Shows Covid-19 Has Become a New Reason for Police Violence in Turkey

Out of 48 incidents where law enforcement officers used violence on citizens, 17 were related to coronavirus measures, according to a report by rights organizations.

Distance Education During Pandemic: 60 Percent of Students Have Difficulties in Internet Access

Distance Education During Pandemic: 60 Percent of Students Have Difficulties in Internet Access

A survey has found that nearly 70 percent of parents don't think the ministry's online education system is productive.

9 June 2020 Ruken Tuncel