# The Kumburgaz UFO Videos – Turkey's Recorded Visitors (2007–2009)

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Podcast: [Mysteries of UFOs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mysteries-of-ufos-7053821)
Published: 2026-02-19T02:01:00+00:00
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In this episode of Mysteries of UFOs , we examine the Kumburgaz UFO videos recorded between 2007 and 2009 along the coast of Turkey. Night watchman Yalçın Yalman repeatedly filmed a strange, structured object hovering above the Sea of Marmara over multiple nights and even years. Unlike typical sightings, the phenomenon was captured for extended periods, showing a curved, metallic-looking form that sometimes appeared to reveal internal shapes. The footage was analyzed by scientific institutions and confirmed authentic, though its true nature remains debated. Skeptics argue the object may have been distant ships distorted by atmospheric mirages, while supporters point to its stationary behavior, repeated appearances, and unusual structure as evidence of something unknown. The Kumburgaz case remains one of the most discussed UFO recordings because of its long-term documentation and unresolved explanation , illustrating how modern video evidence can deepen a mystery rather than solve it.

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