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Turkish Police Raid Opposition Channel Halk TV, 11 Detained, Broadcasting Halted

On the morning of October 14, 2026, Turkish police raided the headquarters of the opposition TV channel Halk TV in Istanbul, halted live broadcasts and handed management over to an external trustee. The prosecutor's office linked the action to an investigation against the channel's chairman Cafer Mahiroglu, accused of bribery, tender fraud and money laundering. The opposition and journalistic organizations called the raid an attack on press freedom.

Otabek Yusupov

17 Oct 2026 · 02:203 min read

World

Two killed and about 600 residents evacuated in Istanbul due to the heaviest downpours in 84 years

Two people died in Istanbul as a result of flooding caused by the heaviest rains in the last 84 years — a teenager from an electric shock and a 34-year-old man. Rescuers evacuated 595 people, and more than 46 aircraft were unable to land at the city's airports. The government ordered schools closed, and the metro extended its operation until 2 a.m.

Otabek Yusupov

16 Oct 2026 · 17:362 min read

World

Saida Mirziyoyeva familiarized herself with Turkey's educational experience in Istanbul

Head of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan Saida Mirziyoyeva, during her visit to Istanbul, together with Necmeddin Bilal Erdogan, visited Ibn Haldun University and the Yenidoğu school. The parties studied teaching methods and agreed to expand cooperation between educational institutions of the two countries.

Aziz Karimov

15 Oct 2026 · 22:102 min read

World

Uzbekistan’s Consulate General in Istanbul Warned Citizens about Deteriorating Weather in Turkey

The Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Istanbul urged citizens residing or temporarily staying in the provinces of Istanbul, Yalova and Kocaeli to exercise caution due to an expected sharp deterioration in the weather. Due to heavy downpours, Istanbul authorities imposed administrative restrictions: classes in schools were suspended, certain categories of civil servants were granted leave, and the movement of two-wheeled transport was banned after 21:00.

Aziz Karimov

15 Oct 2026 · 21:282 min read

World

Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Istanbul warned citizens about worsening weather in three provinces of Turkey

The Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Istanbul warned citizens residing or temporarily staying in the provinces of Istanbul, Yalova and Kocaeli about possible worsening weather conditions. According to the diplomatic mission, heavy rains and wind may cause floods, complicate road traffic and lead to other emergencies. Citizens were advised to refrain from long trips, avoid low-lying areas, underpasses and tunnels, be careful near the coast, trees and power lines, and

Otabek Yusupov

15 Oct 2026 · 21:161 min read

World

Istanbul flooded after record rainfall: people killed, schools closed, flights diverted

Heavy rains hit Istanbul on October 15, 2026, causing widespread flooding. According to various reports, between two and three people died, and five are missing. Hundreds of inundations and landslides were recorded, schools are closed, dozens of flights were diverted, and electricity and gas were cut off in several districts.

Aziz Karimov

15 Oct 2026 · 15:563 min read