Turkey
Archaeologists uncover Paleolithic tools on Turkey's Ayvalık coast
New research reveals a once-submerged land bridge along Turkey's Ayvalık coast that may have enabled early humans to migrate from Anatolia to Europe. Archaeologists discovered 138 Paleolithic tools across 10 sites, challenging traditional theories of human dispersal. The findings, published in the Journal of Island and Coastal Archaeology, suggest the region served as a key passageway during the Ice Age.
Turkey, South Korea Apply to EU Arms Program
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Turkey and South Korea have applied to join an EU arms scheme, seeking participation in European defense projects. This development reflects growing international interest in EU defense collaboration.
Tufan Erhürman wins presidential election in northern Cyprus
Opposition center-left leader Tufan Erhürman has been elected president of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus with 63% of the votes, defeating incumbent Ersin Tatar, backed by Turkey. This victory boosts supporters of the island's federal reunification, divided since 1974. Erhürman pledges equality and freedom, while in the south it is hailed as a positive message to resume negotiations.
South Africa and Turkey urged to form free trade pact
Deputy President Paul Mashatile recently attended the Turkey-Africa Business and Economic Forum in Istanbul to bolster ties with Turkey. Despite South Africa being Turkey's top trade partner in sub-Saharan Africa, bilateral trade remains low at $2 billion in 2024. Experts call for a free trade agreement to unlock greater economic cooperation.