Türkiye's Billions of Dollars Railway Ambition: Connecting China, Europe and the Middle East! Türkiye is accelerating its transformation into a major global trade and logistics hub, targeting stronger China–Europe freight connectivity by 2031 while developing strategic routes linking Central Asia, the Gulf and Europe. Four major transport corridors are shaping the region's future: 🚞 Middle Corridor: Connects China to Europe through Central Asia, the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Türkiye. 🚄 Zangezur Corridor: Aims to strengthen connections between Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Central Asia through a new strategic transport link. 🚆 Iraq Development Road: A planned railway and highway network connecting Iraq's Grand Faw Port to Türkiye and European markets. 🚂 Modern Hijaz Railway: A proposed revival and expansion connecting Türkiye through Syria and Jordan toward Saudi Arabia, with longer-term ambitions to reach Oman. ✅ Faster and more diversified international trade routes ✅ Stronger access between Asian and European markets ✅ New investment opportunities in railways, ports and logistics ✅ Greater economic integration across the Middle East and Central Asia 🌐 The bigger picture: Türkiye aims to become a central crossroads of Eurasian trade, linking multiple regional freight networks into a more connected transport system. 💬 Could these corridors reshape global trade routes over the next decade?

❗📢 The Meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Turkic States has kicked off in Ankara, Türkiye, within the framework of the 13th OTS Summit. #OTSAnkaraSummit2026 🇦🇿❗📢 Türk Dövlətləri Təşkilatının 13-cü Zirvə Görüşü çərçivəsində Xarici İşlər Nazirləri Şurasının iclası Ankarada başlayıb. #TDTAnkaraZirvəsi2026 🇰🇿❗📢 Түркі мемлекеттері ұйымының 13-саммиті аясында Сыртқы істер министрлері кеңесінің отырысы Анкара қаласында басталды. #ТМҰАнкараСаммиті2026 🇰🇬❗📢 Түрк мамлекеттер уюмунун 13-саммитинин алкагында уюштурулган Тышкы иштер министрлеринин кеңешинин жыйыны Анкарада башталды. #ТМУАнкараСаммити2026 🇹🇷❗📢 Türk Devletleri Teşkilatı 13. Zirvesi kapsamında düzenlenen Dışişleri Bakanları Konseyi Toplantısı Ankara’da başladı. #TDTAnkaraZirvesi2026 🇺🇿❗📢 Turkiyadagi Anqara şahrida Turkiy Davlatlar Taşkilotining 13-sammiti doirasida Taşqi işlar vazirlari kengaşining yiğilişi boşlandi. #TDTAnqaraSammiti2026

8 children. 1 mother and 1 grandmother underway on camels and donkeys in remote Chad. The Arabe people of Chad are thought to have originally arrived in the country in the 7th century after crossing from Egypt, through Sudan, to get there. These days they make up one of the 200+ nomadic tribal groups that criss-cross the country each day on the backs of camels, cows, donkeys and horse-drawn carriages. They are normally incredibly shy with photographers and usually dislike us being in their world. Therefore encounters like this require careful attention, handling and kindness from someone who knows them well. When Arabs migrate, their whole homes are packed up on their livestock. The youngest children and animals, along with family elders who can’t keep pace, get to ride in fairytale boxes on tops of camels. Their movements are what initially drove me to plan this expedition in Chad. I have yet to set the dates for a future visit but if you are curious to join me please message me. #ingervandyke #wildimagesphototours #chad #nomads #arabe

Nasir al-Mulk Mosque in Shiraz is one of Iran’s most unforgettable architectural treasures. 🇮🇷✨ Its stained-glass windows fill the interior with layers of red, blue, green and gold, while the detailed tilework and elegant arches create a truly unique atmosphere. 🌈🕌 Often called the Pink Mosque, it is especially famous for the way morning sunlight transforms the prayer hall into a colorful work of art. ❤️ #Iran #Shiraz #NasirAlMulkMosque

🏛️ HARRAN: WHERE HISTORY LIVES BENEATH THE DOMES! 🌍✨ 📍 Harran, Şanlıurfa, Türkiye… A timeless land of history and culture. With thousands of years of history, distinctive architecture, and a rich cultural heritage, Harran is one of the most remarkable historical settlements in Anatolia. Its iconic domed beehive houses are not only architectural wonders but also precious reminders of the region’s deep-rooted history and traditions. 🏺🏡 🧱 Where Earth, Stone, and History Come Together! With their distinctive cone-shaped domes, Harran’s traditional houses stand out as remarkable examples of vernacular architecture. Built using traditional materials such as brick and mudbrick, these unique structures were designed to adapt to the region’s climate. Their architectural features help keep interiors cooler during the hot summer months, reflecting the ingenuity of generations who learned to live in harmony with nature. 🌿 Every Dome Tells a Story, Every Wall Preserves a Memory… Harran’s historic houses are much more than places to live. They represent the region’s traditional lifestyle, cultural identity, and architectural heritage, carrying the traces of the past into the present. With their timeless character, these extraordinary structures connect generations and offer visitors a glimpse into another era. 📸 An Unforgettable Destination for History and Culture Lovers! With its historic streets, earthy textures, and distinctive domes rising toward the sky, Harran offers a truly unique atmosphere for photographers, travelers, and cultural explorers. Every corner reveals a different perspective, showcasing the remarkable cultural richness of Şanlıurfa. ✨ Harran’s beehive houses are a legacy of the past, a treasure of the present, and a heritage worth preserving for future generations. Discovering our history, protecting our cultural heritage, and passing it on to future generations is a shared responsibility. Because some structures are far more than bricks and earth; they are the memory of a civilization, the identity of a region, and a living story connecting the past to the future. ❤️🌍 📍 Harran | Şanlıurfa, Türkiye 🏛️ Following the footsteps of history, discovering the heart of culture. #Şanlıurfa #Harran #HarranHouses #BeehiveHouses #HistoricHeritage #CulturalHeritage #AnatolianArchitecture #DiscoverTürkiye #HistoryAndCulture #TravelTürkiye #ExploreTheWorld #HiddenGems

In 1890, Sirkeci Station opened its doors — and Istanbul became the grand finale of Europe’s most legendary train journey. The Orient Express had already become a symbol of luxury travel. By 1889, trains could finally reach Constantinople directly from Europe. Then, in 1890, a new terminal opened at Sirkeci. Designed by Prussian architect August Jasmund, the station combined European railway architecture with Orientalist details and quickly became one of the great gateways into Istanbul. Imagine arriving here at the end of the 19th century. Porters carrying trunks. Horse-drawn carriages waiting outside. Travellers stepping into Istanbul after crossing Europe by rail. For us, Sirkeci is historic. For them, it was the beginning of a new age of travel. Would you have wanted to arrive in Istanbul here in 1890? AI historical reconstruction inspired by the period

SubhanAllah! ❤️ 👇 A Wedding That Brought Happiness to 100 Orphaned Children Asalamualaikum In Şanlıurfa, Türkiye, Muhammed and Fatma Çakmak chose a beautiful way to celebrate their wedding. According to Turkish news agency Anadolu Agency, the couple asked their guests to bring an orphaned child to the wedding instead of giving traditional jewelry gifts. With the support of guests and the İHH Humanitarian Relief Foundation’s Şanlıurfa branch, around 100 orphaned children attended the celebration. The couple said they were happy to share their special day with the children and hoped their decision would inspire other couples. ❤️ 📖 An Islamic reminder The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: “I and the person who looks after an orphan and provides for him, will be in Paradise like this,” and he held his index and middle fingers together. (Sahih al-Bukhari 6005) This hadith reminds us of the great virtue of caring for orphans. May Allah bless everyone who brings happiness to children and supports those in need. Ameen. 🤲 Disclaimer: The wedding details are based on reporting by Anadolu Agency. The hadith is cited separately as an authentic Islamic teaching. #SubhanAllah #IslamicReminder #OrphanCare #ActsOfKindness #IslamicStories Sources: (Anadolu Agency)

Fransa, Almanya, İtalya ve İngiltere'deki muhatapların da katılımıyla Türkiye, Mısır, Pakistan ve Suudi Arabistan'dan oluşan R4 Grubu'nun dışişleri bakanları toplantısının ardından ortak basın açıklaması yayımlandı Toplantıda ele alınan konu başlıkları ⤵️ 1️⃣ ABD/İsrail-İran çatışması 2️⃣ İsrail-Filistin meselesi ve müzakere edilmiş iki devletli çözüm ihtiyacı 3️⃣ Husi milislerinin Suudi Arabistan ve Yemen'e yönelik menfur saldırıları 4️⃣ Seyrüsefer güvenliği ve serbestisi 5️⃣ Babülmendep ve Hürmüz boğazları ile Karadeniz’de tırmanan gerilim 6️⃣ Diğer bölgesel ve uluslararası öneme sahip konular Ortak basın açıklamasından detaylar ⤵️ 📌 Bakanlar, bölgede ve ötesinde barış ile istikrarı teşvik etmeyi ve bu konuların güvenlik, ekonomi ve ticaret üzerindeki etkilerini ele almayı amaçlayan diplomatik çabalara katkıda bulunmaya devam etme kararlılıklarını vurguladı 📌 Bölgesel çatışmaların diyalog, diplomasi ve gerilimin azaltılması yoluyla ele alınmasının acil bir ihtiyaç olduğu hususunda mutabık kaldıkları bildirildi ➡️ İlgili Birleşmiş Milletler kararları doğrultusunda süregelen tüm çatışmalara müzakereler yoluyla kalıcı çözümler bulunmasının gerekliliği vurgulandı ➡️ Çatışmaları önlemek ve bölgede barış ile istikrarı geliştirmek amacıyla bu formatta diyaloğu sürdürme konusunda mutabakata vardıkları kaydedildi https://v.aa.com.tr/4099355

IN 1890, A JAPANESE FISHING VILLAGE SAVED 69 TURKISH SAILORS. 95 YEARS LATER, TURKEY PAID IT BACK 🇯🇵🇹🇷 September 1890. An Ottoman warship called the Ertugrul was heading home from Japan when a typhoon threw it onto the rocks near Kushimoto, at the southern tip of Japan's main island. More than 500 sailors died. The people of the small island nearby ran down to the water in the storm and pulled survivors out. By many accounts, they had very little food themselves, and gave the sailors what they had. 69 men survived. Japan sent them home on two of its own warships. Japan mostly forgot. Turkey didn't. Generations of Turkish kids learned the story at school. March 1985. War between Iran and Iraq. Iraq announced it would shoot down any plane over Iran after a deadline. More than 200 Japanese were stuck in Tehran, and under Japan's laws at the time, its own military planes could not go and get them. Turkey sent two Turkish Airlines planes. They flew 215 Japanese out before the deadline. When people later asked why, the answer from Turkey kept coming back to one word. Ertugrul. Today, Kushimoto still holds a memorial for the sailors, and Turkey still sends people to stand there.

🕌 The Ottoman Empire at Its Greatest Extent At its height, the Ottoman Empire was one of the most powerful states in world history, spanning large parts of Southeastern Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. 🌍 A Transcontinental Empire The empire controlled territories surrounding much of the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Red Sea, creating a strategic bridge between Europe, Asia, and Africa. 🗺️ Major Regions Under Ottoman Rule 🇹🇷 Anatolia — the Ottoman heartland 🌍 The Balkans — extensive territories across Southeastern Europe 🇬🇷 Greece — much of the region was incorporated into the empire at different periods 🇸🇾 The Levant — including Syria and surrounding territories 🇮🇶 Mesopotamia — major Ottoman territories in present-day Iraq 🇪🇬 Egypt — an important economic and strategic province 🌍 North Africa — Ottoman territories along much of the southern Mediterranean 🕌 The Arabian Peninsula — including the Hejaz and other regions ⛰️ The Caucasus — areas contested and controlled at different times ⚔️ Key Facts 🔹 Istanbul (Constantinople) became the imperial capital after the Ottoman conquest of 1453. 🔹 At its height, the empire controlled territories across three continents. 🔹 The Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, Red Sea, and major land routes were strategically important to Ottoman power. 🔹 The empire ruled over a remarkable diversity of peoples, languages, religions, and cultures. 🔹 Ottoman influence lasted for more than six centuries, from its foundation around the end of the 13th century until its dissolution in the early 20th century. 🏛️ From a Frontier State to a Global Power What began as a small Anatolian principality developed into a vast empire that became a major political and military power between Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Ottoman Empire was not simply a European or Asian empire—it was a truly transcontinental power. #OttomanEmpire #OttomanHistory #History #Geography #WorldHistory