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Ukraine and Russia set for first direct talks in three years
Zelenskyy won't attend Istanbul meeting after Putin declined face-to-face negotiations.

Putin snubs Zelenskyy peace talks
The Russian delegation will be headed by presidential aide Medinsky in negotiations.

‘Execution without trial’: Main rival to Turkey’s President arrested, sparking massive protests
His arrest sparked protests in Istanbul, spreading to 55 of Turkey’s provinces.

‘Screaming for help’: 76 killed as fire guts Turkish ski resort hotel
'Women threw themselves out of the window and died', an employee says.

It’s a woman’s world: How female chefs are leading the way in Istanbul
The art of culinary creativity is being finessed by women in Turkey’s capital.

Istanbul nightclub fire kills at least 29 people
Fire traps workers and employees inside nightclub closed for renovations.

Train travel is easily the best ways to see Europe. Here’s why
A jourey of 2,000km, 9 countries, 3 sleeper trains - and zero regrets.

Will there be handcuffs? Istanbul's prison-turned-luxury hotel
Some bars lead to cells, others to 5-star cocktails...

Istanbul 24-Hour guide: The best places to visit during a cruise stopover
24 hours in Istanbul: More minarets than minutes, and a cruise to boot.

Global travel company forced to pay $12,300 to Aucklander
The man was $20,000 out of pocket when a trip to see his dying grandfather was cancelled.

Women in Turkey brave ban on Istanbul march, get tear-gassed
Women braved march for about two hours before police used tear gas on protesters.

US Supreme Court weighs Google’s liability in Isis terror case
Can Google be sued for helping extremists spread terror message, attract recruits?

‘Where are my dogs? They’re my children!’ Passenger’s bizarre meltdown at Istanbul Airport
A dog breeder has defended his public meltdown at Istanbul Airport.

Anzac Day: Lest we forget - planning your pligrimage to Gallipoli
Next year, Kiwi 'civilians' can return to Gallipoli for Anzac commemorations. Here's how.

Armchair travel: A love letter to Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul's architecture, history and food are unforgettable.

Istanbul bombers' nationalities revealed
The three suicide bombers who attacked Istanbul's Ataturk Airport have been identified as nationals from Russia, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan

The chilling face of Istanbul's terror
CCTV footage shows moment one of the men suspected of killing 41 people in airport attack walks calmly towards terminal alongside an unsuspecting pilot.

Explosion that ripped through airport
At least 36 killed and 140 wounded after three suicide bombers attack Istanbul airport with explosive vests and AK-47s.

Kiwi falls to death at party
Tourist who fell to her death in Istanbul after a makeshift bridge collapsed described as "just a delightful person - really warm and genuine".

Istanbul: Baring all for a steamy scrub
Leave modesty at the door to get the best treatment at a Turkish bathhouse, writes Megan Singleton.