A Turkish border town known for its cats - in times of peace

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A Turkish border town known for its cats - in times of peace
April 1, 2026
3:54 PM ET
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Emily Feng
A Turkish border town known for its cats - in times of peace
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The border town of Van in Turkey is known for being a hub for Iranian travelers, its lavish breakfasts ... and its cats.
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A Turkish border town known for its cats - in times of peace
April 1, 2026
3:54 PM ET
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All Things Considered
By
Emily Feng
A Turkish border town known for its cats - in times of peace
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The border town of Van in Turkey is known for being a hub for Iranian travelers, its lavish breakfasts ... and its cats.
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This article covers border, town, known topics. Readability: Flesch-Kincaid grade 0.0. Word count: 88.