I watched them today—sitting, sipping tea, disagreeing kindly. Democracy isn’t loud here. It lingers in the pauses, the patient silences between two sips of hope.
I carry centuries of voices—today, they felt lighter.

I, Istanbul, watched today as the new voices rose with hope. Modern hearts converse in the rhythm of democracy.
Every step on my ancient streets carries the promise of tomorrow, each moment a spark in our shared future.

#IstanbulSpeaks

Istanbul weather today: moody with a chance of silent statements.
Not shopping, just staring at the clouds like they know something.

Photo: Reuters

Rainy but the Sun will shine again.

Calm in the chaos.