Istanbul Landmarks Illuminated for Ukrainian Solidarity and Mawlid al-Nabi

 

Istanbul Landmarks Illuminated for Ukrainian Solidarity and Mawlid al-Nabi

Recent visual displays across Istanbul's skyline have marked both international solidarity and religious observance. On August 25, 2026, the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, which spans the Bosphorus Strait, was illuminated in blue and yellow to represent the colors of the Ukrainian flag. In a separate event on August 24, 2026, the historic Sultanahmet Mosque was brightly illuminated in observance of Mawlid al-Nabi, the celebration of the Prophet Muhammad's birthday.

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European League of Football: Istanbul Rams vs. Stuttgart Surge Matchups

 

European League of Football: Istanbul Rams vs. Stuttgart Surge Matchups

For followers of the European League of Football (ELF), streaming platforms are expanding their coverage of European-based American football teams. Viewers looking to watch the Istanbul Rams and the Stuttgart Surge can now find live broadcasts of the games through sports streaming services like Fubo, which currently lists the teams' matchups in its active catalog.

Source Link: Fubo - Watch Istanbul Rams Games Live

Ethiopian Day in Istanbul Highlights Diaspora Culture and Bilateral Ties

 

Ethiopian Day in Istanbul Highlights Diaspora Culture and Bilateral Ties

The Ethiopian Embassy in Ankara, in collaboration with the Ethiopian Community and Solidarity Association in Türkiye (ETODAD), hosted the second Ethiopian Day celebration in Istanbul. The gathering brought together diplomats, dignitaries, and members of the Ethiopian diaspora to celebrate the nation's rich culture and to promote national unity. Ethiopia's Ambassador to Türkiye, Adem Mohamed Mahmud, delivered the opening remarks, underscoring the ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries.

Source Link: Daily Sabah - Ethiopian Day in Istanbul highlights culture, ties with Türkiye

Somalia Boosts Maritime Trade with First Direct Shipping Link to Istanbul

 

Somalia Boosts Maritime Trade with First Direct Shipping Link to Istanbul

In a significant milestone for its international commerce, Somalia has launched its first direct shipping link to Istanbul. The new maritime route is designed to cut logistical costs and significantly boost trade between the two nations. This development follows a historic achievement in April, when Somalia successfully registered its own ocean-going vessel for the first time in over 30 years.

Source Link: TRT World via YouTube - Somalia expands maritime trade with direct link to Istanbul

Istanbul Hosts 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions

 

Istanbul Hosts 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions

Experts from around the globe gathered at Boğaziçi University in Istanbul for the 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions (ICBA). Organized in collaboration with the Green Crescent (Yeşilay), the three-day event unites scientists, researchers, and psychologists to address the growing risks of behavioral addictions, including excessive internet use, gambling, shopping, and disordered eating. During the opening, Professor Mehmet Dinç, President of the Green Crescent, emphasized that methods for combating addiction must evolve in the digital age, noting that environmental and systemic factors play a significant role alongside individual traits.

Source Link: TRT World - Global experts gather in Türkiye's Istanbul to tackle behavioural addictions

Istanbul Preserves its Past: Historic Gravestones Documented in New Cultural Project

 

Istanbul Preserves its Past: Historic Gravestones Documented in New Cultural Project

The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism is currently undertaking a historical preservation project in Istanbul, focusing on the city's ancient gravestones. As part of this ongoing initiative, historians and cultural workers are carefully documenting the history engraved on these stones and adding them to a formal inventory. The project aims to catalog and protect the rich, tangible heritage found within the city's historical cemeteries.

Turkish Court Sentences Five Opposition Mayors Amid Political Controversy

 

Turkish Court Sentences Five Opposition Mayors Amid Political Controversy

A Turkish court has convicted five mayors affiliated with the country’s main opposition party on charges of corruption. The convictions, which were announced on Monday, have drawn significant scrutiny. Critics of the judicial decision have publicly denounced the trial, describing the proceedings and the subsequent verdicts as politically motivated.

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