CHP has control of local government in Istanbul and Ankara, but may find it hard to keep hold of them in March 31 vote.

Turkish politicians have denounced the use of what they say are manipulated images and videos for electoral advantage.

People of Istanbul have long feared the advent of a monster quake but it’s hard, and scary for some, to prepare for it.

Romani, Abdal and Domari communities have had a harder time accessing aid and support post-quake.

Monitors and media reports claim Britain is supplying Israel’s army for its war in Gaza from military bases in Cyprus.

Turkey’s forthright support for Palestine could affecting efforts to revive ties with Israel.

As one of few countries that have contact with both Hamas and Israel, Turkey would like to negotiate a lasting peace.

Authorities, however, point to widespread destruction, low funds and dwindling outside help as obstacles to their work.

Kilicdaroglu is facing questions over his leadership of the CHP, having not won a national election since 2010.