Stories from Turkey

The dry mortar process for 100,000 housing units in Istanbul has been completed. This project is part of a larger initiative for 500,000 housing units across 81 provinces. The dry mortar process in Istanbul began with the participation of President Erdoğan and was announced as completed today. Artificial intelligence is set to be implemented to assist various processes within Turkey. Following the determination of eligible beneficiaries, the focus shifts to social rental housing projects. The project aims to address housing needs across Europe and Anatolia. One individual reported paying approximately 500,000 lira in debt related to housing issues.

A true leader takes responsibility for employee performance, according to Peter Drucker. This perspective suggests that leaders should feel accountable for their team's results. The principle said the importance of leadership support in fostering high employee performance.

A leader's role is in maintaining employee psychological strength and preventing burnout, especially due to workplace conditions. While individual performance is a factor, leadership support significantly influences an employee's ability to remain resilient and avoid exhaustion. A leader's ability to monitor, control, and create development opportunities for employees directly impacts their high performance. True leadership involves feeling responsible for employee performance, according to Peter Drucker. Employees should ask themselves if they truly feel responsible for their performance.

Deforestation in the Amazon region decreased by 17% during the first quarter of 2026.

A fur store in Kemer, Turkey, is accepting QR code payments from Russian banks, allowing customers to pay without interest. The store owner stated that payment applications from Russian banks are currently working, unlike some others. On the morning of April 27, 2026, the store processed 170,000 rubles, with 100,000 rubles processed an hour prior.

The alliance between Iran and Russia is reportedly strengthening, particularly in the context of ongoing tensions with the United States. These resources are converted into blood dollars, which are then used to fund weapons like Shahed drones and ballistic missiles directed against adversaries. Oil refineries are considered lawful military targets if they are used to convert resources into money for war. Russia's position is described as awkward, despite benefiting from selling oil at reasonable prices. Ukraine's unmanned systems forces are focusing on deep strikes within Russia, viewing oil refineries as lawful military targets. Sky News Arabia Radio reports that Iran is seeking a tougher deal than the one currently in place. The station highlights concerns over Iran's missile program and arms, which are seen as a direct threat to regional and Arab nations.

The flamingo population in a Turkish lake has increased approximately three to four times this year. Experts have advised preventing illegal fishing and adhering to lake regulations. A project has been launched to preserve the region's disappearing culinary heritage. The flamingo population at Turkey's Lake Eber has quadrupled.

Experts are discussing the rapid depletion of psychological capital and internal reserves. This can occur even when individuals appear successful externally.

Haberturk Radyo reports that a problem between countries has evolved to affect both regional nations and the entire world. Al Araby Radio noted that peace efforts appear to have stalled, necessitating new actions. Haberturk Radyo reports that discussions are underway regarding issues that extend beyond bilateral problems, affecting both regional countries and the global community. Iran has requested the lifting of a blockade, indicating potential for further discussions. Russian President Putin stated that Russia has received a message from Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei. Russia will do everything possible to bring peace to the Middle East, aligning with the interests of Iran and other regional nations. Iran has announced a halt on its exports until May 30th.

TRT Radyo 1 reports that combating desertification and erosion is a necessity. These rural projects provide social and economic benefits, with local government cooperation ensuring effectiveness. Planting trees absorbs carbon dioxide, produces oxygen, and supports natural cycles, while also preventing erosion, improving water retention, and boosting biodiversity. Each sapling provides tangible benefits to the environment and society. The initiative said that access to natural resources is a right. The program aims to provide confidence for the future. This directive aims to address environmental degradation.