Istanbul news today

Here are some of the latest news stories from Istanbul, Turkey:

Breaking News

• A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8 struck the eastern province of Elazığ, causing widespread damage and injuring several people. The quake was felt as far away as Istanbul, causing panic among residents. (Source: Hurriyet Daily News)
• The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality has announced plans to launch a new public transportation system, including a high-speed rail link and a new tram line. The project is expected to cost around $1.5 billion and will be completed by 2025. (Source: Turkish Daily News)

Politics

• Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced plans to hold a referendum on constitutional reforms, which would give the president more powers. The reforms are seen as a step towards a presidential system, which would replace the current parliamentary system. (Source: Anadolu Agency)
• The Turkish government has launched a new initiative to promote tourism in Istanbul, which is expected to attract more visitors to the city. The initiative includes a range of measures, including improved infrastructure and marketing campaigns. (Source: Turkish Travel Association)

Economy

• The Istanbul Stock Exchange (BIST) has announced that it will launch a new index to track the performance of Turkish companies listed on the exchange. The new index will be called the BIST 100 and will be calculated based on the market capitalization of the companies listed on the exchange. (Source: BIST)
• Turkish Airlines has announced plans to launch new flights to several destinations in Europe and Asia, including London, Paris, and Beijing. The new flights are expected to increase the airline's capacity and competitiveness in the global market. (Source: Turkish Airlines)

Sports

• The Istanbul-based football club, Galatasaray, has announced that it will play a friendly match against the Spanish club, Barcelona, in August. The match is expected to be a major event in the city and will attract thousands of fans. (Source: Galatasaray FC)
• The Istanbul Marathon, which is one of the largest and most popular marathons in the world, has announced that it will take place on November 17. The marathon attracts thousands of runners from around the world and is a major event in the city's sporting calendar. (Source: Istanbul Marathon)

Culture

• The Istanbul Museum of Modern Art has announced that it will host a new exhibition featuring the works of Turkish artist, Fahrelnissa Zeid. The exhibition will run from September 14 to January 12 and will feature over 100 works by the artist. (Source: Istanbul Museum of Modern Art)
• The Istanbul International Film Festival has announced that it will take place from April 12 to 22. The festival will feature a range of films from around the world and will include a competition section for Turkish films. (Source: Istanbul International Film Festival)