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29 May 1453: The Fall of Constantinople

A historic & sad day for Western civilization

Turkey: The historic Byzantine monastery of Chora in Istanbul will be a mosque from today

During a ceremony at the conference centre of the presidential palace in Ankara, President Erdogan will be connected directly to the Chora Monastery

Constantinople: Easter in the City of Cities

Exploring the Metropolis that unites East and West during Easter

Turkey: How “Greek” is Imamoglu? His Pontian Roots and rumours of being…a Crypto-Christian

"He is the Favourite among Greeks" say his opponents, petty politics says Imamoglou - The conflicting messages from the Istanbul mayor

Turkey: Fire after explosion in building – 29 dead, one injured

It is reported to have been caused by renovation works - Arrest warrants issued for 5 individuals

Ekrem Imamoglu: From Trabzon to victories over Erdogan, on track for presidency in 2028 (videos)

The joint journey of the victor with the Turkish president, whom he even happened to treat...meatballs

Turkish seismologist warns of an earthquake of up to 7.6 Richter in Istanbul

A big earthquake happens every 6 to 10 years says Naci Görür and stresses that "if the wheels of the economy stop in Istanbul, Turkey will collapse on its knees"

Earthquake: Constantinople faces 43.6% probability of Magnitude 6.5 Richter, reports Houliaras

The recent 4.9 magnitude earthquake in the Dardanelles has led some scientists to believe that it is a precursor to a very large earthquake in Constantinople

Earthquake 4,9 Richter in Dardanelles: Fears a major earthquake in Constantinople, seismologists say

Turkey worries for an earthquake greater than 7 Richter - These small tremors "gradually break the faults and lead to major earthquakes"

Constantinople: Warning signs even for tsunami – Big earthquake a given, says Lekkas

The signs have been placed in districts bordering the Sea of Marmara, up to the Phanar, outside the Patriarchate in the Keratian Gulf - Concern also for Hagia Sophia - See photos

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