trying to figure out the funniest crackpot stance on who is the current Roman emperor, and accepting suggestions (tenuous historical justification required)
Turkey stopped all trade with Israel as of Thursday, according to two Turkish officials familiar with the matter, adding to already high-running tensions between the once-close allies over the war in Gaza.
The move expands last month’s restriction on some Turkish exports to Israel, as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan steps up criticism of the Jewish state and tries to consolidate support among conservative voters at home.
Trade between the 2 countries was worth $6.8 billion in 2023.
EXTREMELY URGENT CALL!!!! 4 MILLION STRAY ANIMALS ARE ABOUT TO GET KILLED IN MASSES IN TURKEY
i know the world is dealing with a lot right now but PLEASE share this instagram post. and if you can PLEASE contact your local no kill shelter or rescuers to see if they have any space for our strays.
VOLUNTEERS FROM TURKEY TAKE CARE OF THE WHOLE PROCESS OF WORLDWIDE SHIPMENT OF ADOPTED DOGS
volunteers mentioned in the post who are involved with international adoption:
@petsinturkey
@adopt.nl
@cakbipati
@melezdogrescue
@barinak_melegi (<- i can personally vouch for this vet. she has so much experience with international adoption. if you're from CANADA, USA, EUROPE and interested in adoption please contact her. if you're unable to adopt you can also subscribe to her patreon for $5)
@helpastraycat
@wof.rescue
@kurtaranev
@raiseyourpaw.ch
@silivricanlari
TW: ANIMAL ABUSE!!! please skip if you're sensitive