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20.10.2024

20.10.2024The Day of the Newborn Gang

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 20.10.2024.

It displays 358 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

20.10.2024The Day of the Newborn Gang
The "Newborn Gang" scandal dominated Turkish media on October 20, 2024. Reports revealed shocking details about a criminal network operating in hospitals, allegedly responsible for infant deaths. The Justice Minister announced an ongoing investigation, with 47 arrests made over the past year. Public outrage grew as more hospitals were implicated, leading to protests and calls for accountability. The Health Minister promised structural reforms in private healthcare institutions. In other news, the Istanbul Bar Association elected a new president, Ibrahim Kaboglu. Workers held a "We Can't Make Ends Meet" rally in Ankara, demanding wage increases and tax justice. The Turkish Armed Forces conducted airstrikes in northern Iraq against PKK targets. Meteorological warnings were issued for snowfall in certain regions.
20.10.2024

02:56Mardin Neighborhoods Declared Special Security Zones

The newspapers report on new developments in Mardin, where two neighborhoods have been declared "Temporary Special Security Zones" with curfews imposed (Hürriyet, OdaTV, Sabah). In other news, 76 irregular migrants were rescued off the coast of Izmir (Milliyet). The ongoing "Newborn Gang" scandal continues to be discussed, with focus shifting to health privatization issues (Birgun).
04:08
05:08

05:21Newborn Scandal Expands: Dialysis Gang Emerges

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new details emerging from the indictment (Cumhuriyet, Milliyet). The scandal has expanded to include a "Dialysis Gang" (Gerçek Gündem). In political news, Bahçeli's support for Erdoğan is discussed (Gazete Duvar). International affairs are covered, with reports on clashes in the West Bank (Yeni Akit).

06:32Newborn Scandal Widens: Dialysis Gang Uncovered

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new details emerging about hospital license revocations (Yeni Akit, Cumhuriyet). A new "Dialysis Gang" has been uncovered (Gerçek Gündem). In Mardin, two neighborhoods have been declared special security zones with curfews imposed (Sözcü). An investigation has been launched against Kılıçdaroğlu (Sabah). Food safety concerns are also being discussed (Gazete Duvar).
06:56

07:29Newborn Gang Scandal Spreads as Kılıçdaroğlu Faces Investigation

The newspapers report on new developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with the case expanding to Anatolia (Cumhuriyet, Milliyet). An investigation has been launched against Kılıçdaroğlu for insulting the President (Hürriyet, Yeni Akit). Özgür Özel criticizes Erdoğan, calling him the real responsible party for the system (Birgun). The Interior Minister reports on vehicle inspections conducted in October (Sabah).
08:08

08:25Newborn Gang Scandal Unfolds as Kurdish Elections Begin

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new details emerging from the indictment (Birgun, Cumhuriyet). Parliamentary elections have begun in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (Bianet). An AKP member claims to have been targeted and is initiating legal proceedings (Milliyet). A court case involving a divorce due to a husband's comment has resulted in compensation (Sözcü).
08:48

09:04Newborn Gang Scandal Deepens as Workers Rally

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new details emerging about the gang's organizational structure (Birgun, Milliyet). Opposition leader Özgür Özel calls for strict measures and holds Erdoğan responsible (Bianet, Gazete Duvar). Workers gather in Ankara for a rally, citing economic hardships (Aydinlik, Cumhuriyet). The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office's Terrorism Crimes Investigation Bureau has been restructured (Sabah).

10:08Newborn Gang Scandal Deepens as Economic Irregularities Surface

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new details emerging about its organizational structure (Birgun, Milliyet). Opposition leader Özgür Özel calls for strict measures (Bianet, Gazete Duvar). In economic news, the Ministry of Finance has uncovered 4 billion liras worth of unregistered watch trade (Hürriyet, OdaTV). Elections in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq are also being covered (Gazete Duvar).

10:41Workers Rally as Economic Woes Persist

The newspapers report on ongoing labor unrest, with Türk-İş holding a rally under the slogan "We can't make ends meet" (Birgun, Gazete Duvar). Weather warnings are issued for heavy snow and storms in several regions (Milliyet, Sözcü). The "Newborn Gang" scandal continues to unfold, with new details emerging about its structure (Aydinlik). Some sources also mention alleged leaks of Israel's attack plans on Iran (Bianet).

11:13Newborn Gang Scandal Deepens: Hospital Sign Removed, Erdogan Orders Investigation

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with multiple sources discussing new details and government responses (Birgun, Milliyet, Sözcü, Sabah). The scandal continues to unfold, with a hospital's signboard being removed (Milliyet) and the Justice Minister stating that Erdogan has given orders regarding the case (Sözcü). Workers' protests over economic hardships are also reported (Cumhuriyet).

12:00Newborn Gang Scandal Intensifies as Workers Rally for Economic Justice

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new details emerging about the gang's structure and operations (Birgun, Sözcü, Sabah). The government's response is highlighted, with the Justice Minister stating that the state won't allow infant deaths (Gazete Duvar). Workers' protests over economic hardships continue, with Türk-İş holding a rally demanding tax justice (Bianet). The Gaza conflict remains in focus, with reports of rising death tolls (Daily Sabah).

12:49Newborn Gang Scandal: Government Responds as Public Outrage Grows

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new details emerging about the gang's structure and operations (Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Milliyet, OdaTV). Government officials, including the Justice Minister and AK Party spokesperson, have made statements about the case (Cumhuriyet, Milliyet). The scandal has sparked public outrage, with various figures commenting on the situation (Aydinlik, OdaTV, Sözcü).

13:52Newborn Gang Scandal: Hospital Loses License as Government Responds

The newspapers report extensively on the ongoing "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new developments emerging. The Justice Minister states the government won't allow infant deaths (Gazete Duvar). A hospital linked to the scandal has had its license revoked (Yeni Akit). The AKP's healthcare system is criticized (Birgun), while opposition figures demand accountability (Sözcü). In other news, a curfew has been lifted in an unspecified location (Milliyet).

14:48Newborn Gang Scandal Deepens: Hospital Loses License

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal. New details emerge about the gang's structure and operations (Birgun, Sözcü). The Justice Minister states the government won't allow infant deaths (Gazete Duvar). A hospital linked to the scandal has had its license revoked (Yeni Akit). In other news, weather warnings are issued for heavy snow and storms in several regions (Milliyet).
15:44

15:44Istanbul Bar Association Election Heats Up

The newspapers report on ongoing developments in the "Newborn Gang" scandal. New details emerge about the Istanbul Bar Association election, with Ibrahim Kaboğlu leading (Gazete Duvar, Cumhuriyet). The Health Minister responds to criticism regarding education policies (Yeni Akit). Istanbul Municipality introduces new designs for street vendor carts (Sözcü). A fugitive with a 47-year sentence has been captured (OdaTV).
15:52

16:49Kaboğlu Clinches Istanbul Bar Presidency

The newspapers report extensively on the Istanbul Bar Association election results, with Ibrahim Kaboğlu emerging as the new president (Bianet, Cumhuriyet, Gazete Duvar, Milliyet). The ongoing "Newborn Gang" scandal continues to receive attention, with the Health Minister making a statement on the issue (Birgun, Sabah, Sözcü). In other news, AKP and DEM party members visited families in an attempt at reconciliation (Medyascope).
17:12

18:56Kaboğlu Takes the Helm at Istanbul Bar

The newspapers report extensively on Ibrahim Kaboğlu's election as the new president of the Istanbul Bar Association (Birgun, Sabah). The ongoing "Newborn Gang" scandal continues to receive attention, with new details emerging and official statements being made (Gerçek Gündem, Hürriyet). In other news, Meteoroloji warns of heavy snowfall in certain regions (OdaTV).
19:36

20:40Israel-Lebanon Tensions Escalate as Domestic Scandals Unfold

The newspapers report on recent developments in the Israel-Hamas conflict, with Israeli warplanes targeting Beirut (Birgun) and Hezbollah announcing strikes on Israeli bases (Yeni Akit). Domestically, the "Newborn Gang" scandal continues to unfold, with testimonies from two suspect hospital owners emerging (Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem). The Presidency's Communications Director denies claims made by Özgür Özel (Hürriyet, OdaTV).
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23:05Matricide-Suicide Shocks Kastamonu

The newspapers report on a tragic incident in Kastamonu where a person killed their mother and then committed suicide (Milliyet, Sözcü). The Istanbul Bar Association election results are discussed, with Ibrahim Kaboğlu elected as the new president (Gerçek Gündem). Some sources continue to cover the ongoing "Newborn Gang" scandal, with new testimonies emerging (Hürriyet).