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A major restoration project has begun to revive Yedikule Fortress in Istanbul, a 15th-century site that served as an imperial treasury, prison, and military barracks. The site, which incorporates ancient Byzantine walls, is now accessible to visitors for a fee of 400 lira, offering a glimpse into the shared heritage of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
The oil tanker ALSU’s captain and a third officer were arrested on negligent-homicide charges after a collision off Istanbul sank the cargo ship Tugberk Imamoglu in about 11 minutes. Nine of ALSU’s ten crew members were detained (the cook is not in custody), while all ten crew of the cargo ship remain missing as search and rescue operations continue. Investigators cited multiple onboard security breaches, insufficient bridge watch, and alleged misjudgments; the wreck’s data recorder could be crucial evidence as the probe advances.
A Turkish-flagged cargo ship Tugberk İmamoglu sank after colliding with the vessel Alsu off Silivri in the Marmara Sea, leaving 10 crew members missing. Debris and a lifeboat have been found, but search-and-rescue teams say there are no survivors so far as authorities continue operations; the ships were traveling between Iskenderun and Ereğli as part of the Marmara shipping corridor.
Turkish, Saudi and Pakistani foreign and defence ministers and chiefs of staff will meet in Istanbul for the first time since signing the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement to establish a political–defence committee and discuss expanding military cooperation under a NATO-style security pact.
Kanye West drew 118,000 fans to Istanbul’s Atatürk Olympic Stadium, claiming the largest stadium performance in history, on the opening night of his first European tour in 11 years, with a festival-style program and a guest appearance by Travis Scott, amid ongoing European tour bans and West’s past antisemitic remarks.
U.S. officials say Iran rejected a plan to keep Friday’s talks in Istanbul and instead move them to Oman in a bilateral format focused only on nuclear issues. Washington refused the shift, saying it was “this or nothing,” raising the risk that the talks—originally to include both direct U.S.-Iran discussions and wider multilateral talks—will collapse for now. If Iran returns to the original format, the U.S. says it’s willing to meet this week or next. Officials warn the standoff could block a diplomatic path and push toward military options, as the two-track approach to address Iran’s nuclear program, missiles, and other concerns remains unresolved.
Trump is pressing to revive a nuclear deal with Iran ahead of Friday talks in Istanbul, leveraging a large Gulf military buildup as leverage, while Iran insists discussions focus on its nuclear program only; past interventions and distrust color the negotiations, with mediators from Turkey and other states urging concrete concessions or risk of a stalled process.
Turkish authorities have detained actress Ezgi Eyüpoğlu and seven others in a major drug investigation targeting media and entertainment figures in Istanbul, involving arrests, warrants, and seizures, as part of a broader crackdown on drug-related activities within the industry.
The article explores the Ottoman-era tradition of building ornate bird palaces integrated into architecture, highlighting their cultural significance, artistic craftsmanship, and practical purpose in supporting urban birdlife, especially in Istanbul, while noting their decline due to modernization.
Turkish authorities detained the mayor of an Istanbul district and 47 officials over corruption allegations, amid a broader crackdown on opposition figures, including Istanbul's main opposition mayor, which the opposition claims is politically motivated to favor President Erdogan's party. The government denies these claims, asserting judicial independence.
Jennifer Lopez was turned away from a Chanel store in Istanbul due to capacity limits but responded graciously, saying 'OK, no problem.' She later declined an invitation to visit the store again. The singer-actress is currently on her 'Up All Night: Live in 2025' tour and is also preparing for the release of the film adaptation of 'Kiss of the Spider Woman'.
Jennifer Lopez was turned away from a Chanel store in Istanbul due to capacity limits but responded gracefully with a simple 'OK, no problem,' exemplifying her classy demeanor. She was in Istanbul for her tour and is also preparing for her upcoming film release.
Jennifer Lopez was refused entry into a Chanel store in Istanbul but responded calmly and chose to shop at nearby stores instead, spending tens of thousands of dollars. She is currently on a summer tour and celebrated her birthday in Turkey.
Jennifer Lopez was refused entry to Chanel's Istanbul store due to capacity policies, but she spent hours shopping at other luxury stores nearby, later returning to Chanel after her shopping spree. The incident highlights strict boutique policies and Lopez's graceful response.
Ukraine and Russia held their third round of peace talks in Istanbul, focusing on a potential summit between Zelensky and Putin, humanitarian exchanges, and addressing key issues like ceasefire and prisoner swaps, amid ongoing tensions and limited progress.