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Istanbul's cat guardian dotes on street cats

Carsten Rüger in Istanbul
March 17, 2025

Street cats aren't a nuisance for 70-year-old Ali Tural; he cares for them with love, and receives praise and donations. For many in Istanbul, affection for cats symbolizes a deep faith in Islam.

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