The first-ever church built during the Turkish Republic era is planned to open its door to Christians soon. Sait Susin, president of the Istanbul Syriac Kadim Foundation, told Anadolu Agency that ...

Built between 532 and 537, the building was a church for nearly a thousand years ... Visitors say it is a must-see when in Istanbul and recommend taking a guided tour for more information about ...

ISTANBUL, Jan. 2 (Xinhua) -- Three suspects have been arrested after a shooting at the Association of Salvation Churches in Istanbul, the Istanbul Governor's office said in a statement on Thursday.

In a letter to Mr Erdogan, the Council, which counts 350 churches as members, said the move would sow division. The Unesco World Heritage site in Istanbul has been a museum since 1934. The ...