Stories from Turkey

High-level exchanges between Turkey and Saudi Arabia indicate a reconciliation in their relationship.

Sardar Mudat has been appointed as the new head of the Supreme Election Council. He succeeds Ahmed Yener, who is stepping down after serving three and a half years in the position.

One person was killed and two others were injured during a conflict at a power plant in the Kocasinan district of Kayseri. The incident involved a group of five people. According to Ida, the dispute was triggered by a desire to discharge firearms.

Authorities discovered a toxic substance inside a compartment used as a corn storage tank.

New details have emerged regarding the deaths of two brothers in Pozya, Mersin province. An investigation by the Anamur Public Prosecutor's Office was launched following the incident. Investigators discovered phosphorus levels in the home that could impact human health.

The Turkish Technology Center and TUBITAK Simulation Center in Marmara will collaborate to develop a thermal protection system for the wings of the Kaan aircraft. This project aims to enhance space and satellite technology capabilities.

Investigators found toxic substances in a bedroom during a search of a home where a family resided. Samples were taken following autopsies of two individuals, aged 195 and 8, though the age of 195 is likely a transcription error or refers to a different metric. Intensive treatment for another individual is currently continuing. The specific toxic substances and the number of deceased were not disclosed. The source did not specify the nature of the treatment or the residue. A toxic substance was discovered in a section of a tank used for storing corn in Istanbul. The substance is identified as hantavirus, which is often caused by chemogens. Symptoms of the virus include fever, headache, muscle inflammation, internal tearing, and kidney inflammation.

Turkey has designed a specialized robot, named 'Kotli', specifically for detonating suspicious objects found on aircraft. The robot is capable of entering aircraft aisles to facilitate the detonation of suspicious items.

Justice Minister Akın Görlek stated that a comprehensive investigation must be conducted regarding the deaths of the Kebiş family. The family members identified include Rojin Kebiş, Nezamettin Kebiş, and Ayşegül Kebiş.

Konyaspor secured a place in the Turkish Cup final after defeating Besiktas. The green and white team won the match 1-0 via a penalty shootout. The victory followed a goal scored in the final minute of play. Sercan Yalcin spoke at Besiktas stadium regarding the match outcome. In the previous day's Europa League matches, 'Villanotham Forest' won 4-0 and Freiburg won 3-1. A team, which has achieved victories in its last 10 European matches and scored 30 goals in its last 33 matches at Villarpark in Europe, is advancing to the Europa League final. This progression follows a famous 1982 victory and a historical failure against Bayern Munich in Rotterdam for the First Division Cup. The team is scheduled to play Freiburg in Constantinople for the Europa League title.