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15.11.2024

15.11.2024The Day Two Girls Were Found and Five Children Remembered

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 15.11.2024.

It displays 398 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

15.11.2024The Day Two Girls Were Found and Five Children Remembered
Morning began with gunfire near Israel's consulate in Istanbul, while authorities continued investigating the death of Narin Güran, with new evidence of bite marks on her brother's arm emerging. By midday, two 15-year-old girls were found shot dead in Tekirdağ, adding to a series of child-related tragedies that included five children who died in an İzmir fire.

The Ministry of Justice advanced investigations into opposition-run municipalities' concert expenditures, with Minister Tunç announcing stricter penalties for insults. The controversial "foreign influence agent" legislation remained withdrawn but generated alternative proposals.

In Northern Cyprus's 41st anniversary, diplomatic tensions surfaced as Turkey pushed for international recognition while rejecting federal solutions. Evening brought arrests in the case of baby Altay, who died from pesticide exposure, while a newborn was found abandoned in a Konya dumpster.
15.11.2024

03:47The Municipal Takeover Plan

The newspapers report on multiple municipalities under scrutiny, with a plan to seize control of opposition-run cities emerging (Birgun, Sözcü). Environmental protests continue at Kazdağları against mining operations (Gazete Duvar). In international developments, Turkish warships will visit Northern Cyprus ports (Sabah), while an incident of gunfire near the Israeli consulate has been contained (Milliyet). A new agreement between Turkey and Palestine has been published in the Official Gazette (Yeni Akit).
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05:31Brother's Bite Marks Surface In Murder Case

The newspapers report on the Kazdağları environmental protests against mining operations (Gazete Duvar), while a new notary law has passed (Milliyet). The murder case of Narin Güran continues to develop with new evidence of bite marks on her brother Enes's arm (OdaTV, Gerçek Gündem). President Erdoğan met with MHP leader Bahçeli at the Presidential Complex (Sabah), and Istanbul Airport reports a major financial seizure (Sözcü).
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06:59The Hand Grenade In The Doghouse

The newspapers report on three main topics: a significant economic impact on Lebanon due to the ongoing war, with costs exceeding $5B (Daily Sabah); an incident in Adana where a hand grenade was discovered in a dog house (Hürriyet, Milliyet); and a debate about Turkey's position on the Ukraine conflict, with some voices arguing against involvement (Aydinlik). In domestic news, hotel occupancy rates increased by 70% during the interim holiday period (Sözcü).

07:55The Day Europe's Inflation Champion Shook

The newspapers report on two main developments: a 4.9 magnitude earthquake in Malatya (Hürriyet, Sözcü), and Turkey's inflation situation, with new projections from the Central Bank and reports of Turkey leading European inflation rates (Birgun, Gerçek Gündem). The Kanal Istanbul project continues with expert examinations at Sazlıdere (Gazete Duvar), while the Ministry of Defense announces neutralizing three terrorists (Sabah).
08:01
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08:43The Minister's War On Insults

The newspapers report on a new earthquake in Malatya (Gerçek Gündem), while Justice Minister Tunç announces upcoming strict penalties for insults (Hürriyet, Sabah). After 16 days of protests, CHP council members have been allowed entry to Esenyurt Municipality (Gazete Duvar). The legal proceedings regarding a building collapse that resulted in 43 deaths have concluded with announced sentences (OdaTV).

09:24Rize Trembles As Minister Speaks

The newspapers report on three main developments: a 4.7 magnitude earthquake in Rize (Gazete Duvar, Sözcü, Yeni Akit), Justice Minister Tunç's statements regarding concerts (Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem), and military operations resulting in nine PKK members being neutralized in Hakurk and Gara regions (Hürriyet, Sabah).
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10:27The Baby Bottle Murder

The newspapers report on two tragic deaths: a baby who died after being forced to drink thinner through a baby bottle (Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem), and a soldier found dead in his bed while on leave visiting family (Hürriyet). The Kanal Istanbul project enters a new phase (Gazete Duvar), while a factory fire has covered Esenyurt in smoke (OdaTV). Political tensions continue as BBP municipality faces irregularity accusations (Sözcü) and CHP faces criticism over resource management (Yeni Akit).

11:23The Erzan Trial Returns

The newspapers report on two legal cases gaining attention: the Seçil Erzan fraud trial returns to court (Gazete Duvar), and a drunk driver receives a 9-year sentence for causing two deaths (Hürriyet). In international affairs, Turkey pushes for recognition of Turkish Cyprus on its 41st anniversary (Daily Sabah). Finance Minister Şimşek's recent statements are generating discussion (Cumhuriyet), while tension builds at the Democrat Party congress (Gerçek Gündem).
11:29

12:04The Ghost Train of Üsküdar

The newspapers report on three main developments: a driverless metro incident in Istanbul that skipped five stations causing panic (Hürriyet, Yeni Akit), the hunger threshold exceeding 29,000 liras (Birgun), and TRNC's 41st anniversary celebrations (OdaTV, Daily Sabah). The Seçil Erzan fraud case continues with new developments as the Treasury Ministry joins the proceedings (Milliyet).
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13:09The Minister's Letter Leaks

The newspapers report on two emerging institutional disputes: leaked correspondence from former Interior Minister Süleyman Soylu containing an apology (Gazete Duvar), and controversy over 504 allegedly irregular tenders by DEM Party officials (Sabah). In transportation news, ferry services to Gökçeada and Bozcaada are suspended (Milliyet), while a boat sinks near Şile with one person missing (Sözcü).
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14:03Children's Deaths Rock The Nation

The newspapers report on three tragic incidents involving children: five children died in a fire in İzmir with 200,000 families reportedly at risk (Bianet), while two 15-year-old girls were found shot dead in Tekirdağ (Sözcü, Gerçek Gündem, Cumhuriyet). In political developments, the Constitutional Court's decision regarding İmamoğlu was published in the Official Gazette after nine months (Gazete Duvar), while MHP continues issuing cryptic "time is up" messages (OdaTV, Medyascope).
15:05

15:23Istanbul's Friday Traffic Paralysis

The newspapers report on two main developments: severe traffic congestion in Istanbul on Friday afternoon (Milliyet, Sözcü), and Google's alleged restrictions on media visibility (Gazete Duvar). In political developments, AKP spokesperson Ömer Çelik indicates potential ground operations pending orders (Sabah), while opposition discussions continue regarding CHP's electoral prospects (Aydinlik).

17:00Friday's Traffic Paralysis Hits 90%

The newspapers report on intense Friday traffic in Istanbul reaching 90% congestion (Hürriyet), while CHP leadership discusses İmamoğlu's political future (Cumhuriyet). Law enforcement support is reportedly withheld for demolishing an illegal religious dormitory (Birgun). In diplomatic news, Minister Bayraktar meets with his Australian counterpart (Milliyet), while Chinese car manufacturer BYD plans to deliver 6,000 vehicles in Turkey by November's end (OdaTV).

18:43The Cyprus Path Not Taken

The newspapers report on developments regarding Northern Cyprus, with Turkey urging international recognition on its 41st anniversary (Daily Sabah), while discussion of federal solution is deemed exhausted (Aydinlik). Several sources cover diplomatic meetings, including Minister Fidan's statements (Sabah) and CHP leader Özel's visit to TRNC President Tatar (Sözcü). The Seçil Erzan fraud case continues with new testimony mentioning Fatih Terim (Milliyet).

20:36The Tale of Two Infants

The newspapers report on several child-related tragedies, with a newborn found in a Konya dumpster (Milliyet) and two arrests in the Altay baby case (Sözcü). In political developments, Justice Minister Tunç calls for a new democratic constitution (Hürriyet), while Minister Şimşek comments on minimum wage negotiations (Sabah). A notable economic development shows discriminatory tax rates between local and imported alcoholic beverages (OdaTV).
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