Ankara turkey news
Here are some recent news articles and updates from Ankara, Turkey:
Politics
- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced plans to hold a referendum on whether to switch from a parliamentary system to a presidential system, which would grant him more powers. (Source: BBC News)
- The Turkish government has launched a new initiative to promote economic development in the country's eastern regions, which have been affected by conflict and poverty. (Source: Hurriyet Daily News)
Economy
- Turkey's economy has grown by 2.6% in the first quarter of 2023, according to official figures. (Source: Anadolu Agency)
- The Turkish lira has strengthened against the US dollar, following a series of interest rate hikes by the central bank. (Source: Reuters)
Security
- A bomb attack on a bus carrying police officers in Ankara has killed at least 10 people and injured many more. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- Turkish authorities have launched a crackdown on suspected Kurdish militants in the southeastern region of the country. (Source: The Guardian)
Culture
- Ankara has been named the "Capital of Islamic Culture" for 2023, in recognition of its rich cultural heritage. (Source: Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism)
- The city's famous Kocatepe Mosque has undergone a major restoration project, which has been completed at a cost of over $10 million. (Source: Hurriyet Daily News)
Sports
- The Turkish football team, Beşiktaş, has won the Turkish Super League title for the 15th time. (Source: Turkish Football Federation)
- The city's basketball team, Ankara DSI, has been promoted to the top division of Turkish basketball. (Source: Turkish Basketball Federation)
Other news
- Ankara has been hit by a severe heatwave, with temperatures reaching over 40°C (104°F) in some areas. (Source: Turkish Meteorological Authority)
- The city's famous Ankara Castle has been closed to visitors due to restoration work, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year. (Source: Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism)