Stories from Turkey

Qatar is participating in the preparatory meeting for COP31, which is being held in Antakya. This meeting is part of the ongoing discussions and preparations for the upcoming COP31 climate conference. Digital displays in Kalamata buses are also raising awareness about climate change. Other climate-related discussions occurred in Kalamata, Greece, and warnings were issued about climate change impacts on Arctic silence. Researchers are also warning about the impacts of climate change on the Arctic's quiet environment and its wildlife. The meeting took place in Antakya, signaling Qatar's engagement in international climate negotiations.

Turkey has granted foreign trade capital status to 10 more companies. This move is part of an effort to expand its foreign trade capital companies. Previously, Turkey had extended an exemption period and cut corporate taxes.

Artificial intelligence advancements were a key topic at the Webrazzi AI 2026 event in Turkey. Bi-Matrix received an award from the Ministry of Science and ICT for its industrial AI achievements.

Turkey's Ministry of Trade has granted foreign trade capital company status to 10 additional companies. This brings the total number of companies with this status to 103.

Turkey's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, is engaged in diplomatic discussions with the United Kingdom. Turkish Minister Bolat is engaged in diplomatic activities, holding discussions with both the UK and Belgium.

Two individuals detained following a provocation at ODTU have been arrested, while four others were released under judicial control. The incident occurred at the university campus.

This designation places it on a prestigious global list of exchanges. The Borsa Istanbul 100 index (BIST 100) showed performance data on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

A major investigation into illegal online betting is underway in Turkey, with potential fines of up to 400,000 Turkish Lira for millions of individuals. The probe targets widespread illicit gambling operations.

Bilişim Vadisi (Technology Valley) is inviting young people to develop future technologies for TEKNOFEST 2026. This initiative aims to encourage technological production among the youth in Şanlıurfa.

A 20-kilogram mass was discovered in a patient's abdomen, which was believed to be an ovarian tumor. During surgery, approximately 6-7 liters of fluid were drained from the mass.