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15.01.2025

15.01.2025The Day Peace Gates Opened on Two Fronts

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 15.01.2025.

It displays 441 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

15.01.2025The Day Peace Gates Opened on Two Fronts
Morning began with Turkey-Syria diplomatic breakthrough as Damascus sent its first official delegation since regime change, culminating in meetings with Erdoğan and Fidan. The bilateral discussions focused on border security and migration issues.

By afternoon, İmamoğlu met with Minister Işıkhan to negotiate municipal debt restructuring, while Istanbul Bar Association announced an extraordinary congress following previous days' legal pressures. The meeting established a reconciliation committee for SGK debts, marking a shift from confrontational stance.

Evening brought confirmation of Gaza ceasefire agreement, initially announced by Trump and later detailed by Qatar, set to begin January 19. Turkish Airlines announced resumption of Damascus flights starting January 23, while counterfeit alcohol death toll in Istanbul reached 23. The institutional pressures visible in previous days appeared to give way to negotiated solutions across multiple fronts.
15.01.2025

04:33CHP Plots Early Election Push

The newspapers report on CHP's strategic moves, with the party planning to push for early elections (Milliyet) and developing responses to municipal investigations (Cumhuriyet). Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov discusses historical Kurdish-Assad negotiations (Bianet), while pro-government media continues coverage of PKK-related allegations against Istanbul Bar Association (Sabah). The opposition's need for urgent planning receives attention (Birgun).

07:06Fatal Bucket Crash While Minister Waits

The newspapers report on two fatal accidents in Istanbul: a worker's death from a falling excavator bucket (Milliyet, Sözcü) and rising deaths from counterfeit alcohol (Yeni Akit). In political coverage, Minister Göktaş allegedly failed to secure meetings with Erdoğan for weeks (Gazete Duvar), while peace discussions continue with former "Wise People" members emphasizing priorities beyond elections (Medyascope, Bianet). A major fraud operation in İzmir led to second wave of arrests (Sabah).

08:09Istanbul Transit Fares Jump 35%

The newspapers report on a significant increase in Istanbul's public transportation fares, with a 35% hike announced (Gerçek Gündem, OdaTV, Sabah). A tragic incident in Adana where three family members were found with their throats cut receives coverage (Cumhuriyet, Hürriyet). The status of Abdullah Öcalan's potential house arrest surfaces in discourse following Erdoğan's response to questions (Birgun), while discussions continue regarding obstacles to ceasefire negotiations (Aydinlik).

09:21Fake Alcohol Claims 19 Lives in Istanbul

The newspapers report on a significant development in Istanbul's transportation costs, with monthly passes now reaching 2,120 TL (Bianet, Gerçek Gündem). A grave situation unfolds regarding counterfeit alcohol deaths in Istanbul, with 19 fatalities reported in the last 72 hours (Milliyet, Cumhuriyet). Justice Minister Tunç addresses speculations about İmralı prison visits, stating no new requests have been received (Gazete Duvar, Birgun).

10:35Erdoğan's Double-Edged Peace Message

The newspapers report on intensified security discourse, with Erdoğan making multiple statements about armed conflict resolution. He emphasizes Turkey's stance against Kurdish state formation (Aydinlik) while simultaneously calling for disarmament and reconciliation (Gazete Duvar, Birgun). Defense Minister confirms ongoing operations against PKK/YPG in northern Syria (Hürriyet), while sectarian tensions rise in Latakia (Bianet). DEM Party responds to claims about potential İmralı prison visits (Sabah, Gerçek Gündem).
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12:01İmamoğlu Dares Court: "Sentence Me"

The newspapers report on İmamoğlu's direct challenge to legal proceedings, with multiple sources covering his statement urging authorities to "approve my sentence if I'm your target" (Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem). The ongoing discussions about Hamas's military situation receive coverage (Aydinlik), while Bar Association leadership faces legal pressures (Bianet). A new tax increase on vehicles prompts coverage of tax-free alternatives (OdaTV).
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13:30İmamoğlu and Minister to Meet Over City Debts

The newspapers extensively report on an upcoming meeting between Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu and Minister Işıkhan, focusing on municipal debts (Birgun, Gazete Duvar, Hürriyet, OdaTV). İmamoğlu's recent challenge to authorities regarding his potential sentencing continues to generate coverage (Medyascope, Cumhuriyet). In international news, Gaza ceasefire negotiations remain complex despite mediators' efforts (Daily Sabah), while President Erdoğan meets with Libya's Prime Minister (Sabah).

14:49Bar Association Congress Called

The newspapers heavily report on Istanbul Bar Association's decision to hold an extraordinary congress (Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Gazete Duvar, OdaTV, Sözcü, Sabah), with pro-government media framing it through PKK allegations. In diplomatic news, President Erdoğan meets Syria's Foreign Minister Sheybani (Milliyet, Gerçek Gündem), while Gaza ceasefire negotiations continue with Hamas's involvement (Daily Sabah, Yeni Akit).
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16:18Bar Association Calls Emergency Meeting While Syria Talks Resume

The newspapers extensively report on Istanbul Bar Association's extraordinary congress announcement (Bianet, Cumhuriyet, Yeni Akit, Birgun), while covering diplomatic developments with Syria as Foreign Minister Fidan meets with Damascus delegation (Hürriyet, Daily Sabah). A new Cyber Security Law passes committee stage (Milliyet, Sözcü), and Mayor İmamoğlu meets Minister Işıkhan to discuss social security debts (Gazete Duvar, Gerçek Gündem).
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17:46Trump Announces Gaza Deal

The newspapers extensively report on a breakthrough Gaza ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, with Trump making the announcement (Birgun, Daily Sabah, Gazete Duvar, OdaTV, Sabah). In domestic news, Istanbul authorities report 23 deaths from counterfeit alcohol consumption (Hürriyet, Milliyet), while SGK debt negotiations continue between municipal and central government.
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20:09Gaza Ceasefire Set for January 19

The newspapers extensively report on a finalized ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, set to begin January 19th (Aydinlik, Birgun, Daily Sabah, Gazete Duvar, Medyascope, Sabah, Yeni Akit). UN Secretary General expressed support for the deal. In domestic news, Istanbul reports 23 deaths from bootleg alcohol (Bianet), while MHP leader Bahçeli faces internal party opposition (Cumhuriyet).

22:57Damascus Flights Resume While Gaza Deal Praised

The newspapers extensively cover Turkey's welcoming response to the Gaza ceasefire agreement (Daily Sabah, Sözcü, Sabah), with Justice Minister Tunç issuing a statement. In Syria-related developments, Turkish Airlines announces Damascus flights resumption on January 23 (Hürriyet), while US official John Kirby expresses concerns about operations affecting SDF's focus on ISIS (Bianet). Parliament establishes an AI research commission (Milliyet).
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