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Water consumption in Istanbul reached an all-time record in January, reflecting heightened water stress in the region. In a separate development, residents began moving into new homes specifically constructed to be earthquake-resistant. The month also saw the city's shores host traditional Epiphany rites for the Orthodox Christian community. Concurrently, Turkish border cities saw an influx of Iranians seeking safety from their government's intensified violent response to domestic protests. These individuals are finding refuge and accessing internet services, which have been restricted within Iran.
In international affairs, Turkey engaged with regional actors on the Gaza conflict. The country's foreign minister met with a Hamas delegation to discuss a peace plan and the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Separately, Turkey's leader, Erdoğan, publicly accused Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu of blocking humanitarian aid from reaching the Gaza Strip.
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Istanbul set an all-time record for water consumption as water stress increases in the city. Separately, residents have begun moving into new homes built to be safe in earthquakes. In a different event, Orthodox Christian faithful gathered along Istanbul's shores for traditional Epiphany blessing ceremonies.
Iranians are crossing the border into Turkey to seek safety from a violent government response to ongoing protests. They are finding refuge in Turkish border cities, where they can also access internet connections that are often restricted in Iran.
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Turkey's foreign minister meets with Hamas to discuss Gaza aid and peace planTurkey's foreign minister held a meeting with a delegation from Hamas to discuss a peace plan and the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Separately, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of blocking humanitarian aid from reaching Gaza.