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16.01.2025

The Day Mayor's Keys Reached Court Gates

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 16.01.2025.

It displays 450 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

16.01.2025The Day Mayor's Keys Reached Court Gates
The detention of Beşiktaş Mayor Rıza Akpolat reached its climax as prosecutors requested his arrest along with 30 others, following four days of custody. CHP leadership responded with calls for street demonstrations, while pro-government media maintained focus on corruption allegations.

Syria imposed 500% tax on Turkish imports while diplomatic contacts continued through Foreign Minister Fidan's terrorism-focused approach. ASELSAN announced plans to triple radar production capacity, marking continued defense industry expansion.

Counterfeit alcohol deaths in Istanbul reached 33, prompting new control measures from the governorship. The press covered U.S. Secretary Blinken's acknowledgment of Erdoğan's role in bringing Hamas to negotiations, while authorities issued arrest warrant for Sözcü newspaper owner Burak Akbay. Evening brought release of 9 suspects in Beşiktaş municipality case under judicial control measures.
16.01.2025
01:43

04:57Syria Roadmap Unfolds While Radars Triple

The newspapers extensively cover developments in Syria policy, with Foreign Minister Fidan's terrorism-focused approach drawing attention (Bianet) and reports of a 3-4 year roadmap for normalization (Gazete Duvar). In defense news, ASELSAN announces plans to triple radar production capacity (Milliyet). The Justice Academy Law's first 10 articles pass parliament (Yeni Akit), while the ongoing Gaza ceasefire agreement continues to generate coverage (Daily Sabah, Aydinlik).
05:51

06:50Syria Slaps Tax on Turkish Imports

The newspapers report on Syria's new tax policies on Turkish imports (Gerçek Gündem), while Israeli forces admit using ambulances to enter Palestinian camps (Yeni Akit). Following previous ceasefire developments, former "Wise People" committee member Taşgetiren comments on potential new peace process (Medyascope), as Turkish Aviation Institution faces foreign ownership concerns (OdaTV).

08:01Akpolat Faces Court as Ağar Called to Testify

The newspapers extensively cover the referral of Rıza Akpolat to the courthouse (Bianet, Birgun, Cumhuriyet), while developments in the Uğur Mumcu case see former Interior Minister Mehmet Ağar scheduled to testify (Gazete Duvar, Sözcü). In Istanbul, a van collision involving seven vehicles draws attention (Hürriyet, OdaTV), as Parliament advances on the Justice Academy law (Sabah).
08:40

09:13Infant Remains Found as Politics Shift

The newspapers report on the discovery of infant remains in Denizli and a garbage site (Hürriyet, OdaTV), while political coverage focuses on CHP's electoral momentum versus AKP's potential rise (Gazete Duvar). A survivor's account from Gaza appears in progressive media (Bianet), as military sources highlight recent diplomatic contacts (Sabah). Pro-government media calls for disciplinary action against allegedly disruptive military officers (Yeni Akit).

10:18Bootleg Alcohol Claims Thirty Lives

The newspapers extensively report on a lethal counterfeit alcohol crisis in Istanbul, with death toll reaching 30 victims (Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem, Milliyet, OdaTV). In political developments, MHP withdraws its complaint against Kılıçdaroğlu (Gazete Duvar), while CHP-run İzmir municipality faces wage crisis (Sabah). Israeli cabinet tensions receive limited coverage (Yeni Akit).
11:12

11:22Aktaş Assets Frozen

The newspapers report extensively on the asset seizure of Aziz İhsan Aktaş (Cumhuriyet, OdaTV, Yeni Akit), while coverage continues on counterfeit alcohol deaths in Istanbul. In diplomatic news, MHP issues warning to Greece regarding missile capabilities (Sabah), as Israeli strikes in Gaza persist despite ceasefire talks (Daily Sabah). Municipal fine of 1.3 million lira imposed on İSKİ draws attention (Sözcü).
11:27

12:42Beşiktaş Rally Answers Asset Seizure

The newspapers extensively cover CHP's democracy rally in Beşiktaş, where İmamoğlu delivered pointed speeches (Birgun, Medyascope, Gazete Duvar). This follows ongoing coverage of corruption investigations at Beşiktaş Municipality, with reports of asset seizure from alleged organization leader Aziz İhsan Aktaş (Sabah). In international news, Israel-Hamas ceasefire negotiations continue to face obstacles (Daily Sabah).

14:09Mongolian President Lands as Gaza Talk Continues

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in Gaza ceasefire negotiations (Daily Sabah, Gazete Duvar), while covering President Erdoğan's official reception of the Mongolian President in Ankara (Hürriyet, Sabah). İmamoğlu's challenge to the government continues to generate coverage (Medyascope), as does the Menzil controversy (Cumhuriyet), marking a shift from earlier municipal investigation focus.
15:19

15:53Press Freedom Faces Twin Threats

The newspapers report on two major developments: Netflix representatives face questioning at the Turkish Parliament (OdaTV), while journalists confront potential prison sentences for reporting on data leaks (Bianet). In political coverage, Öcalan's message to DEM party MPs about becoming a 'Turkey party' generates discussion (Gazete Duvar, Sözcü), as Erkan's selection as Council of State Chief Prosecutor draws attention (Hürriyet, Yeni Akit).
16:07

17:29Strikes Continue Despite Truce Talk

The newspapers report extensively on Israel-Palestine developments, with coverage of both ongoing Israeli strikes despite ceasefire talks (OdaTV, Sabah) and Erdoğan's statements on Palestinian resilience (Daily Sabah). In domestic politics, attention focuses on Rıza Akpolat's testimony (Cumhuriyet, Yeni Akit) and Turkey's diplomatic protest against US decisions regarding Cyprus (Hürriyet).
18:55
19:03

19:08Beşiktaş Mayor Faces Detention Call

The newspapers report extensively on a request for detention of Beşiktaş Mayor Rıza Akpolat (Cumhuriyet, Gazete Duvar, Gerçek Gündem, Birgun), while a poll shows 78% disapproval of Bahçeli's call regarding Öcalan (Bianet). U.S. Secretary Blinken credits Erdoğan for bringing Hamas to negotiations (Hürriyet), as heavy snowfall is predicted across multiple cities (Sözcü).

21:38Beşiktaş Mayor Faces Court While Suspects Walk Free

The newspapers extensively report on legal proceedings against Beşiktaş Mayor Rıza Akpolat, with 31 individuals facing detention requests (Bianet, Gazete Duvar, Gerçek Gündem, Cumhuriyet). Nine suspects have been released (Gazete Duvar), while Istanbul authorities announce additional measures against counterfeit alcohol sales (Milliyet). Cevdet Erkan's selection as Chief Prosecutor of Council of State generates coverage (Sabah).
23:19