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11.12.2024

11.12.2024The Day Meta Fell While Somali-Ethiopia Rose

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 11.12.2024.

It displays 407 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

11.12.2024The Day Meta Fell While Somali-Ethiopia Rose
Following Assad's departure to Moscow, Turkish media maintained intense coverage of Syria, with multiple narratives emerging about refugee returns and regional power dynamics. US Secretary Blinken's upcoming visit dominated morning headlines, while reports surfaced about HTS leadership's messaging to Western audiences.

By afternoon, a global Meta platforms outage shifted attention temporarily, coinciding with Turkish government's announcement of potential social media restrictions for users under 16. The evening brought a significant diplomatic breakthrough as Turkey successfully mediated talks between Somalia and Ethiopia in Ankara.

Throughout the day, coverage of Syrian developments showed increasing complexity, with reports of YPG-controlled areas facing local resistance and discussions of post-Assad governance structures. The Transportation Ministry's announcement of "Türkiye Kart" implementation for 2025 suggested government focus on domestic infrastructure despite regional developments.
11.12.2024

04:41Syrian Property Sales Surge As Returns Begin

The newspapers report on multiple Syria-related developments, with focus on Syrian refugees returning home (Cumhuriyet) and Israel's reported threats towards Syria (Milliyet). Property listings from Syrian sellers have notably increased (OdaTV). In domestic news, the Constitutional Court has filed criminal complaints against two political parties (Sabah), while a police raid on South Korea's Presidential Office receives coverage (Gerçek Gündem).
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06:26SMO Takes Deir ez-Zor While Fatih Burns

The newspapers report on new developments in Syria, with SMO forces capturing Deir ez-Zor (Aydinlik), while multiple sources examine Syria's future trajectory (Bianet, Medyascope). In Istanbul, a fire broke out in a multi-story building in Fatih district, receiving widespread coverage (Hürriyet, Birgun, Milliyet). Separately, Mehmet Ali Ağca, known for assassinating journalist Abdi İpekçi, made threats against military officers (Gerçek Gündem).

07:30Realtor Assault Raises Property Tensions

The newspapers report on increased scrutiny of TÜİK's statistical reporting methods (Bianet), while anticipating US Secretary of State Blinken's visit to Turkey (OdaTV). A violent incident between a property owner and real estate agent receives significant coverage (Hürriyet, Milliyet). Multiple sources continue coverage of Syria-related developments, with pro-government media calling for protests against Assad (Yeni Akit).

08:17Israeli Tanks Near Damascus While Gold Peaks

The newspapers report on new Syria-related developments, with Israeli tanks reportedly 25km from Damascus (Yeni Akit) and border situation updates (Milliyet). Economic coverage focuses on gold prices hitting new records (Birgun). In Hatay, controversy surrounds construction of a power plant in one of the last green spaces (Bianet). The state lottery announces a major winner of 87 million TL (Hürriyet).
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09:05Assad's Fate Draws Regional Players

The newspapers report on Assad's situation, with multiple angles emerging: Khamenei breaks silence to discuss Assad's potential fall (Medyascope), while U.S. analysts assess potential winners and losers (OdaTV). In domestic news, PKK/YPG reportedly attacked TRT news crew (Sabah), while Istanbul faces infrastructure challenges with an IETT bus stuck in collapsed road in Kağıthane (Milliyet).
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10:01HTS Takes Damascus Till Spring

The newspapers report on HTS governance in Syria until March 2025 (Bianet), with pro-government media asserting Turkey's influence in Syrian affairs (Yeni Akit). A major traffic incident in Van involving 50 vehicles receives coverage (Milliyet), while a construction contractor received a 16-year sentence in a case involving 60 casualties (Sözcü). International attention focuses on Israel's position (Sabah).
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10:57Syrian Refugees Pack While HTS Rules

The newspapers report on Syrian developments, with headlines focusing on Syrian refugees preparing for return (Milliyet) while HTS governance continues in Damascus (Bianet). In diplomatic news, Defense Minister Güler met with Iraqi Military Industry Chairman Al Mathkor (Hürriyet). Municipal tensions surface with allegations regarding Istanbul Mayor's communications with bureaucrats (Yeni Akit), while CHP and MHP discuss trustee appointments (Gerçek Gündem).

12:01CHP Expels Savaş While MHP Talks Trustees

The newspapers report on multiple CHP-related developments, with party leadership expelling Lütfü Savaş (Birgun, Cumhuriyet) while engaging in discussions with MHP regarding trustee appointments (Gerçek Gündem). President Erdoğan makes public statements (Hürriyet, Sabah) including condolences to martyrs' families (Sözcü). Meanwhile, Israel's military operations in Syria receive attention (Daily Sabah) while discussions continue about minimum wage determination timing (Aydinlik).

13:05Erdogan Claims Conscience-Led Syria Policy

The newspapers report on Syria-related developments, with Erdoğan addressing Turkey's humanitarian approach (Birgun, Daily Sabah) and making statements about Syrian refugees (Cumhuriyet). A court decision referencing Can Atalay focuses on freedom of expression (Bianet). In local news, expelled CHP member Lütfü Savaş criticizes his former party (Gerçek Gündem), while a service vehicle accident injured nine, including eight teachers (Milliyet).
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14:10Erdogan Claims Victory As Golani Speaks

The newspapers report on Syria-related developments, with Erdoğan declaring Assad's regime's fall and path to peace (Daily Sabah), while HTS leader Golani addresses Western concerns (Medyascope). In domestic news, eight participants of Istanbul Pride March face legal charges (Bianet), and CHP delegation visits MHP (Hürriyet). Istanbul municipality reclaims properties from certain foundations (Sözcü), while Competition Board launches investigation into 17 tire companies (Yeni Akit).
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15:05Two Million Syrians To Return, Claims Destici

The newspapers report on multiple Syrian refugee discussions, with BBP leader Destici claiming 2 million Syrians will return (Sözcü, Yeni Akit) and IYI Party making Syria-related statements (Milliyet). Property reallocations surface with authorities reclaiming assets from İlim Yayma Cemiyeti and Deniz Feneri foundations (Birgun). Political discussions continue between CHP and MHP regarding trustee appointments (Bianet), while Erdoğan meets Somalia's president (Sabah).
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16:57Blinken Arrives As Syria Files Thicken

The newspapers report on diplomatic developments with Blinken's upcoming visit to Turkey (Sözcü) and Erdoğan's meetings with Somali and Ethiopian leaders (Daily Sabah). Multiple sources cover Syria-related issues, including HTS strategic cooperation discussions (Aydinlik) and reports about Assad's brother's drug operations (Gerçek Gündem). In domestic news, Istanbul faces extended power outages (Milliyet) while calls emerge for the Health Minister's resignation (Cumhuriyet).
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18:17Syria Return Timeline Demanded

The newspapers report on evolving Syria coverage, with multiple sources discussing refugee return timelines (Birgun, Cumhuriyet) and current developments in Syria (Bianet, Sözcü). A migrant disaster in the Mediterranean receives attention (OdaTV), while the UN prepares to vote on Gaza ceasefire resolution (Daily Sabah). Technical difficulties affect Meta platforms across Turkey (Yeni Akit).
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19:46Meta Platforms Dark As Syria Stories Continue

The newspapers report on widespread Meta platforms outage affecting WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook (Birgun, Gerçek Gündem). Syrian coverage continues with statements from HTS leader about chemical weapons (Yeni Akit) and reports about regime supporters' reactions (Sabah). In domestic policy, discussions emerge about potential social media restrictions for users under 16 (Sözcü), while Trade Minister meets Iranian counterpart (Hürriyet).
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21:29Somalia-Ethiopia Breakthrough In Ankara

The newspapers report on Turkey's diplomatic breakthrough in mediating talks between Somalia and Ethiopia (Daily Sabah, Hürriyet, Milliyet). Meta platforms experienced a worldwide outage affecting WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook (Bianet, Gerçek Gündem). In domestic policy, discussions emerge about potential social media age restrictions for users under 16 (Cumhuriyet, Yeni Akit).