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09.12.2024

09.12.2024The Day Ankara Positioned For Damascus Fall

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 09.12.2024.

It displays 350 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

09.12.2024The Day Ankara Positioned For Damascus Fall
Following Assad's confirmed departure to Moscow, Turkish officials coordinated responses throughout the day. Morning brought news of Manbij falling to Syrian National Army control, while Foreign Minister Fidan engaged with UN Secretary-General Guterres. A military helicopter crash in Isparta claimed six lives, including a Brigadier General.

By afternoon, Erdoğan announced plans to open border gates for Syrian refugee returns while emphasizing Turkey had "no territorial ambitions." The statement coincided with reports of Israel striking Latakia. Evening developments saw Fidan speaking with Blinken, as European nations acknowledged Turkey as primary interlocutor on Syria.

Turkish media coverage shifted from initial celebratory tones to more measured analysis of regional power dynamics, particularly regarding Kurdish-controlled areas. Reports emerged of HTS leadership meeting interim government representatives in Damascus, while Russian philosopher Dugin issued critical statements about Turkey's position.
09.12.2024
00:25

00:27Assad Settles in Moscow as Syria Shifts

The newspapers report on Assad's confirmed presence in Moscow (Bianet, Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem), while discussing territorial developments in Syria. PKK/PYD-controlled areas are reportedly being connected to Israel (Aydinlik), and a terror suspect was arrested in Bingöl (Yeni Akit). Turkish military leadership held meetings with NATO counterparts (Hürriyet), marking continued diplomatic engagement following Assad's departure.
07:02
07:32
07:33

07:45Manbij Falls to Syrian National Army

The newspapers report extensively on Manbij falling under Syrian National Army control, marking a significant territorial shift (Birgun, Gerçek Gündem, Sabah, Yeni Akit). Syrian refugees in Turkey are reported celebrating Assad's departure (Daily Sabah), while media analyzes how the 53-year Assad dynasty collapsed in 12 days (Medyascope). Separately, a landslide on the Black Sea coastal road has left four youth missing (Hürriyet, Milliyet).
08:23

08:33Manbij Falls as Helicopter Crashes

The newspapers extensively report on the Syrian National Army taking control of Manbij from PKK/YPG forces (Aydinlik, Daily Sabah, Medyascope, Birgun). Foreign Minister Fidan discusses Syrian refugee return plans (Gerçek Gündem, Hürriyet). In domestic news, a military helicopter crash near a fuel station is reported (Cumhuriyet, Sözcü), while journalists face economic hardship (Bianet).
08:39
08:39

09:15Military Helicopter Down in Isparta

The newspapers report extensively on a military helicopter crash in Isparta, with 4-5 soldiers lost (Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem). In Syrian developments, Foreign Minister Fidan declares "a new era in Syria" as Assad's presence in Moscow is confirmed (Daily Sabah, Sabah). Climate scientists finalize predictions for 2024 as hottest year on record (Bianet), while Religious Affairs head Erbaş responds to criticism over his official vehicle (OdaTV).
09:20

10:09Six Lost as Military Chopper Goes Down

The newspapers extensively report on a military helicopter crash in Isparta that claimed 6 lives, including a Brigadier General (Birgun, Gerçek Gündem, Milliyet). Syrian developments continue to dominate coverage, with discussions of a potential buffer zone (Aydinlik) and reports of Syrian National Army taking Manbij from YPG (Medyascope). Parliamentary discussions focus on DEM Party's opposition to the 2025 budget (Bianet) and speculation about a Putin-Assad meeting (Cumhuriyet).
10:39
10:55
11:04

11:05Four Found Dead in Artvin Landslide

The newspapers extensively report on the recovery of four youth victims from a landslide in Artvin (Gerçek Gündem, Milliyet, Yeni Akit). A military helicopter crash in Isparta continues to receive coverage (Aydinlik, Birgun), while Syrian developments show Türkiye's diplomatic positioning, with Syrian refugees in Kırşehir celebrating Assad's departure (Sabah) and Türkiye pledging support for Syria's "new era" (Daily Sabah).

12:10Ain Issa Strike Claims Eleven

The newspapers report on a Turkish drone strike in Ain Issa that killed 11 civilians according to SOHR (Bianet), while Syrian refugees begin returning home (Daily Sabah). In domestic news, eight suspects were arrested in four provinces for impersonating military and police officials in a 5 million lira fraud scheme (Hürriyet). Border security operations resulted in 75 individuals being detained while attempting to enter Turkey (Sözcü).

13:14Economic Optimism Meets Municipal Debt Claims

The newspapers report on Türkiye's fresh economic discourse, with the ruling party painting an optimistic picture (Birgun), while discussions emerge about minimum wage and pension expectations (Cumhuriyet). Opposition focuses on CHP municipalities' debt claims (Sabah). In Syria, Türkiye signals support for diplomatic shifts (Daily Sabah), while questions arise about a military helicopter accident that claimed six lives (Gerçek Gündem).

14:50Syria's Triple Split While Parliament Works Overtime

The newspapers report on Syria's ongoing transition, with HTS appointing an interim government prime minister (Bianet) and military sources suggesting a three-way division of the country (OdaTV). Former CHP leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu and his wife were involved in a traffic accident (Birgun, Cumhuriyet), while parliament announces 12 consecutive days of sessions (Sözcü). A military officer's death is reported one day after his birthday (Gerçek Gündem, Milliyet).
15:19
15:52

16:19Syria Decisions Loom While Police Sweep Streets

The newspapers report on several Syria-related developments, with President Erdoğan expected to announce new decisions (Milliyet), while A Haber reports from Assad regime's Sednaya prison (Sabah). In domestic news, police conduct a large-scale security operation with 300 officers (Yeni Akit), authorities capture bootleg alcohol producers (OdaTV), and a German-flagged 8-meter boat sinks in Çanakkale (Hürriyet). A weapons cache is discovered in a truck (Sözcü).
16:32
16:56

18:08Border Gates Open As Assad Flees

The newspapers report on a shift in Turkey's Syria policy, with Erdoğan announcing plans to open border gates for refugee returns (Daily Sabah, Cumhuriyet) while emphasizing Turkey has no territorial ambitions in Syria (Cumhuriyet). Erdoğan states Assad has fled and declares Syrian people as "brothers" (Hürriyet). Coverage includes discussions of the Baath regime's collapse (Gerçek Gündem) and its ideology (Sözcü), while MHP leader Bahçeli notably applauded a DEM party member (OdaTV, Sabah).
18:49
19:03

20:01Kurdish Gains Worry Ankara As Damascus Changes Hands

The newspapers report on new Syria developments, with Erdoğan expressing concern over Kurdish gains (Bianet), while Golani meets with Prime Minister Celali in Damascus regarding power transfer (Medyascope). Netanyahu's arrival is noted (Aydinlik), and multiple sources call for new elections (Birgun, Cumhuriyet). US sends condolences for helicopter crash in Isparta (Milliyet), while the brother of TÜİK's president is detained (OdaTV).

21:45Israel Strikes Syria's Remains As Europe Turns To Ankara

The newspapers report on intensifying developments in Syria, with coverage of Israel's attacks on remaining Syrian Army positions (Bianet) and Europe's recognition of Turkey as key interlocutor on Syria (Yeni Akit). New domestic focus emerges on minimum wage discussions, with Vice President Yılmaz making statements (Milliyet), while tragedy strikes as two bodies of migrants are found off İzmir's coast (Sözcü). Russian philosopher Dugin makes critical statements about Turkey (OdaTV).
21:59