Turkey News in English

Good morning! It’s 1st January, and here’s your Turkey daily news capsule.

- Major snowfall affects transportation in Ankara, with free public transport for two days.

- New income tax rates for 2026 have been announced, with reduced motor vehicle tax hikes.

- Taksim Square sees heavy New Year’s Eve crowds, monitored by ten thousand cameras.

- Education suspended in several provinces due to heavy snowfall, affecting many students.

- President Erdoğan criticizes Israel's recognition of Somaliland as unacceptable and illegal.

- Epic Games reveals its free game for New Year's, available from December 31st to January 1st.

- Former national footballer Gökmen Özdenak has passed away, prompting condolences from officials.

- A significant ISIS operation across 25 provinces leads to the detention of 125 individuals.

- Heavy snowfall expected in nine districts of Istanbul, with traffic disruptions reported.

- Cahit Berkay, a renowned musician, accidentally crashes his car into a restaurant, injuring a waiter.

- Two habits identified as serious cancer risks, with experts warning about processed foods.

- Madagascar reports its first case of mpox, raising global health concerns.

- Arda Güler's social media post sparks reactions, including a comment from Erling Haaland.

- Fenerbahçe announces an extraordinary general assembly meeting at the end of the season.

- A surge in hospital visits reported as three viruses circulate simultaneously among the public.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!