A powerful magnitude 6.1 earthquake has struck western Turkey, sending shockwaves through Balikesir province and causing buildings to collapse again in Sindirgi — a city already scarred by past tremors. The quake was felt across Istanbul, Bursa, Manisa, and Izmir, forcing terrified residents into the streets. Officials confirm no deaths so far, but 22 injuries were reported as panic gripped the region.
28 October,2025 02:26 PM IST
A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul, rattling buildings and sending residents running into the streets. Authorities report no immediate major damage, but inspections are underway. The quake hit near Marmaraereglisi on a faultline long seen as a threat to the city of 16 million, reviving fears after Turkey’s deadly 2023 megaquake.
03 October,2025 04:40 PM IST
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey’s north-west Balikesir province, killing an elderly woman and injuring 29 others. The quake, centred in Sindirgi, caused 16 buildings to collapse and was felt as far as Istanbul. President Erdogan expressed condolences and vowed to support recovery efforts.
11 August,2025 01:41 PM IST
Turkey is witnessing its biggest wave of protests in over a decade. The streets of Istanbul, Izmir, and Ankara are filled with voices demanding justice. The reason? The detention of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, a man seen as President Erdoğan’s strongest political rival. İmamoğlu was taken into custody on March 19, a move his party—the Republican People’s Party, or CHP—calls politically motivated. His supporters see it as an attack on democracy itself. President Tayyip Erdoğan has issued a stern warning against the unrest, but that hasn’t deterred citizens in Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara, and beyond. In some cities, clashes erupted as police used water cannons to disperse the crowds.
22 March,2025 02:43 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
