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05.01.2025

05.01.2025The Day Earth Shook While Terror Lines Hardened

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 05.01.2025.

It displays 324 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

05.01.2025The Day Earth Shook While Terror Lines Hardened
Morning headlines centered on President Erdogan's hardening stance against armed groups, shifting from previous days' diplomatic openings toward direct confrontation. The Ministry of Defense announced neutralizing 36 militants in northern Iraq and Syria, while Minister Tunç emphasized "burying terrorism with its weapons."

Multiple earthquakes struck throughout the day - first in Marmara, then Tekirdağ, and finally a 4.0 magnitude in Muğla - while Professor Naci Görür's warnings about earthquake risks continued generating coverage. The Diyanet announced legal action against Sözcü newspaper, marking increased tension between state institutions and media.

Evening coverage focused on winter conditions affecting Elazığ, where vehicles became stranded in snowstorms. The discovery of human remains during excavations in Burdur generated significant coverage, while pension protests emerged with unusual "helva" demonstrations against government policies.
05.01.2025
01:03

03:05ISIS Suspects Caught at Ankara's Gates

The newspapers report on security concerns, with four ISIS suspects arrested in Ankara (Hürriyet), while discussions continue about a threat to 4 million lives, presumably related to earthquake risks (Birgun). In local news, Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality implements significant price increases for sports facilities (Aydinlik), and an armed attack on a bus driver is reported (OdaTV). A multi-vehicle collision in Samsun resulted in two injuries (Milliyet).
04:24
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05:19

06:02Pensions and Power Plants Under Fire

The newspapers report on two major economic issues: a contentious pension increase, criticized as insufficient (Birgun), and safety concerns around a thermal power plant allegedly causing deaths (Gerçek Gündem). Earthquake risks continue to dominate coverage, with scientist Naci Görür warning about an entire district being uninhabitable (Sözcü). Minister Yerlikaya announces traffic enforcement operations affecting over 436,000 vehicles (Hürriyet), while support programs for agricultural workers' children receive attention (Milliyet).

07:13Mother Confesses While Martyrs Gather

The newspapers report a surge in coverage of martyrs, with crowds gathering despite freezing temperatures (Aydinlik). In politics, MHP's objection was overruled as AKP supported a CHP member's commission appointment (Sözcü). Kurdish politician Altan Tan calls for ending weapon negotiations (Yeni Akit), while SGK sends notices to thousands of homes (Cumhuriyet). A mother's confession to killing her child (OdaTV) and the investigation of Narin's murderer (Gerçek Gündem) mark the day's crime coverage.

08:17ISIS Hunt in Gaziantep

The newspapers report on an ISIS operation in Gaziantep (OdaTV), while political tensions rise within İYİ Party over Meral Akşener-related social media posts (Sabah). The five-year disappearance case of Gülistan Doku remains unresolved (Birgun). In environmental news, authorities have issued fines totaling 103 million lira to vessels polluting marine waters (Sözcü). A Turkish photographer won a NATO competition by a significant margin (Milliyet).
08:23

09:06Martyrs' Memory Echoes Across Papers

The newspapers report extensively on commemorations for fallen soldiers, with multiple sources covering Minister Güler's message about the Sarıkamış martyrs (Milliyet, Sabah, Sözcü) and a memorial service for police officer Fethi Sekin (Hürriyet). Meanwhile, coverage continues of DEM Party's diplomatic activities (Birgun), while economic concerns surface with reports of declining production rates (Cumhuriyet). A medical case involving a five-year-old named Deniz draws attention (Gerçek Gündem).
09:19

10:17Village Dogs Die While Snow Awaits

The newspapers report on President Erdogan's attendance at a Cyprus veteran's funeral (Hürriyet, Sabah), while meteorological updates predict new dates for snowfall in Istanbul (Milliyet). A concerning incident of dog poisoning by a village headman in Düzce (Bianet) and a warehouse fire in Gebze (Sözcü) mark the local news. The earlier coverage of DEM Party activities and economic concerns continues to develop in the background.

11:13Özcan Under Investigation

The newspapers report on an investigation launched against Tanju Özcan, known for racist remarks (Bianet, Birgun, Cumhuriyet). President Erdogan's speech at AK Party's Rize congress emphasizes anti-terrorism goals (Hürriyet, Sabah, Yeni Akit), while international coverage focuses on Israel's military operations in Gaza (Daily Sabah). Defense Minister Güler reiterates commitment to strengthening Turkey's position (Milliyet).

12:18Milk Recall Meets Human Remains

The newspapers report on potential talks between CHP and DEM Party (Birgun), while criticism of the president's complaints handling surfaces (Cumhuriyet). International coverage focuses on US military aid to Israel worth $8B (Daily Sabah). Local crime stories dominate recent updates, with a murder in Esenyurt (Hürriyet) and the discovery of human remains during sewage works in Burdur (Milliyet). A product recall affects milk products in a major market chain (Sözcü).

13:21Doctors Strike While Bones Surface

The newspapers report on family physicians launching a 5-day strike across 81 provinces (Bianet), while human remains were discovered during excavations at a teachers' lodge (Hürriyet, OdaTV). President Erdoğan's anti-terror initiative receives coverage (Daily Sabah), as international focus remains on Gaza's humanitarian situation (Yeni Akit). A Cyprus war veteran's funeral marks continuing commemoration events (Sözcü).

14:27Terror Talk Meets Syria Stance

The newspapers report on a renewed focus on anti-terror initiatives, with both President Erdogan and Justice Minister Tunç making strong statements about ending terrorist organizations (Sabah, Hürriyet, Daily Sabah). Foreign Minister Fidan's statements on Syria receive attention (Sözcü), while opposition leader Özel takes a firm stance on Syrian policy (Cumhuriyet). Today marks what would have been Berkin Elvan's 26th birthday (Bianet), while an aircraft incident during takeoff draws coverage (Gerçek Gündem).
15:28

16:09Marmara Shakes While Pensions Talk

The newspapers report on an earthquake in the Marmara region (Sözcü, OdaTV), while President Erdogan delivers statements about dismantling a terrorist organization (Sabah, Birgun). Opposition leader Özgür Özel proposes raising minimum pension to match minimum wage (Hürriyet). A concerning case of threats against a KADES (women's emergency app) user surfaces (Gerçek Gündem), alongside reports of a public stabbing in Bursa (Milliyet).
17:52

18:01Muğla Shakes While Diyanet Strikes

The newspapers report on a 4.0 magnitude earthquake in Muğla (Hürriyet, Milliyet, Sözcü), while coverage continues of government's new anti-terror initiative, with PKK's response drawing attention (Aydinlik) and opposition reactions (Yeni Akit criticizing Özdağ's stance). The Diyanet (Religious Affairs Directorate) announces legal action against Sözcü newspaper (Sabah).
18:55