Turkey news 24 7
Here are some recent news stories from Turkey, updated 24/7:
Breaking News
- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced that the country will hold a referendum on April 16 to approve a new constitution that would grant him sweeping powers. (Source: Reuters)
- A powerful earthquake struck eastern Turkey on Monday, killing at least 21 people and injuring hundreds more. (Source: AP)
Politics
- Turkey's ruling AK Party has announced that it will hold a convention to elect a new party chairman, amid speculation that President Erdogan may run for the position. (Source: Hurriyet Daily News)
- The Turkish government has launched a crackdown on opposition parties, accusing them of being involved in a plot to overthrow the government. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Economy
- Turkey's economy has been hit by a currency crisis, with the lira falling to a record low against the US dollar. (Source: Bloomberg)
- The Turkish government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage by 15% in an effort to boost the economy. (Source: Reuters)
International Relations
- Turkey has announced that it will withdraw from the Istanbul Convention, a treaty aimed at preventing violence against women. (Source: BBC News)
- The Turkish government has accused the United States of supporting Kurdish militants in Syria, amid tensions between the two countries. (Source: CNN)
Crime and Justice
- A Turkish court has sentenced a former police officer to life in prison for his role in the 2016 coup attempt. (Source: Hurriyet Daily News)
- A group of Turkish journalists have been arrested on charges of spreading terrorist propaganda. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Sports
- Turkey's national football team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. (Source: BBC Sport)
- The Turkish Basketball Federation has announced that it will host the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. (Source: FIBA)
Culture
- The Turkish government has announced plans to restore the ancient city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Istanbul Biennial, one of the world's leading contemporary art festivals, has opened to the public. (Source: Artforum)
Please note that these news stories are subject to change and may not be up to date. For the latest news, I recommend checking reputable news sources such as Reuters, AP, and BBC News.