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24.11.2024

24.11.2024The Day Snow Closed The Roads While Five Died In Istanbul

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 24.11.2024.

It displays 375 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

24.11.2024The Day Snow Closed The Roads While Five Died In Istanbul
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake in Kars opened the day, followed by widespread snowfall that progressively shut down transportation across Turkey. By afternoon, 22 provinces had suspended education, with 800 people stranded in Kayseri and 509 in Malatya requiring emergency shelter.

A family murder-suicide in Istanbul claimed five lives, while the Dersim (Tunceli) Municipality crisis evolved as Co-Mayor Birsen Orhan was released to house arrest after questioning. The İliç mine disaster investigation concluded with a report clearing environmental impact assessment procedures of responsibility.

President Erdogan conducted a phone call with Putin while the Istanbul governorate announced restrictions on November 25 activities in Beyoğlu. By evening, an aircraft fire at Antalya Airport and a fatal marble quarry collapse added to the day's mounting incidents, as snow continued disrupting central Anatolia.
24.11.2024
02:23

02:42The Kars Ground Shakes

The newspapers report on a magnitude 4.0 earthquake in Kars, covered by multiple sources (Hürriyet, Milliyet, Sözcü). Miners continue their protest actions in Ankara (Birgun), while retired military officers express support for lieutenants in an ongoing military matter (OdaTV). The Justice Minister makes statements regarding the Narin Güran murder case (Sabah), and concerns about İncirlik base's weapons emerge (Aydinlik).
03:03
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05:27

05:29The Afyonkarahisar Bus Crash

The newspapers report on a major traffic accident in Afyonkarahisar involving a passenger bus, with 30 people injured (Hürriyet, Milliyet, Cumhuriyet). Meanwhile, the Anatolian Highway, previously closed due to snow, has reopened (Sözcü), though Bolu Mountain still faces snow-related traffic issues (Yeni Akit). A social media influencer was found dead in the sea (OdaTV), and an AKP member discusses potential general amnesty (Gerçek Gündem).
06:15
06:39

06:41The White Blanket of Ankara

The newspapers report extensively on severe winter weather conditions across Turkey, with multiple sources covering snowfall in Ankara and weather warnings for several provinces (Hürriyet, Aydinlik). Politicians mark Teachers' Day with official messages (Milliyet), while a luxury hotel faces scrutiny over 44 illegal rooms (Gerçek Gündem). Film director Şerif Gören is reported to be in intensive care (OdaTV).
07:27

07:53The Day of Three Police Operations

The newspapers report on three significant police operations: a credit fraud ring bust in Ankara (Milliyet), illegal gambling operations in Istanbul and Mardin (OdaTV), and the ongoing Yenidoğan Gang trial (Gerçek Gündem). Meanwhile, Saadet Party enters a leadership transition phase as Karamollaoğlu steps down (Gazete Duvar). The season's first snow has reached Ankara (Aydinlik).

08:41The Two-Country Search

The newspapers report on a missing 22-year-old being searched for in two countries (Hürriyet, Sözcü), while Minister Tekin sends a thank-you letter to teachers (Milliyet). A discussion emerges about Kurdish issues, with presidential advisor Uçum claiming the Kurdish question is external rather than internal to Turkey (OdaTV). A drug-related vessel seizure is reported, named after Eren Bülbül (Gazete Duvar).
08:47

09:29The Frozen Protest: Miners vs. Snow

The newspapers report on Teachers' Day messages from President Erdogan (Milliyet, Sabah) and severe weather conditions affecting Istanbul with snow reaching 30cm (Gerçek Gündem). Meanwhile, miners continue their protests despite -5°C temperatures, opposing asset sales (Birgun). A significant development in climate policy is reported with COP29 securing a $300B finance deal, though sources note it as insufficient (Daily Sabah).
09:43
09:51

10:33The Snow Returns and The Clock Speeds Up

The newspapers report on severe weather conditions affecting multiple regions, with snow warnings issued for several provinces (Cumhuriyet, Milliyet) and traffic congestion in Istanbul (Gerçek Gündem). Interior Minister Yerlikaya commemorates a PKK attack from 35 years ago (Hürriyet), while military sources report neutralizing nine militants (Sabah, Yeni Akit). Travel time to England is highlighted to be reduced to 16 minutes (Aydinlik).
11:35

11:44The Deep Freeze Meets The Climate Bill

The newspapers report extensively on heavy snowfall affecting central Turkey, with multiple cities experiencing freezing temperatures and traffic disruptions (Daily Sabah, Hürriyet). The COP29 climate conference conclusion is discussed, with the $300 billion financing package deemed insufficient (Bianet). Meanwhile, teachers killed in past PKK attacks are being commemorated in Hakkari (OdaTV), while statements emerge about PKK's relationship with Kurdish representation (Gerçek Gündem).

12:49Nuclear Warnings and Winter's First Snow

The newspapers report on nuclear war warnings from Türkiye amid rising global tensions (Daily Sabah), while Hezbollah strikes on Israel receive coverage (Gerçek Gündem). Weather remains a focus with İzmir receiving its first seasonal snow (Milliyet). A disturbing case of 190 decomposed bodies is discussed (Gazete Duvar), while a tourist assault case in Istanbul draws attention (Sözcü).

13:53Erdogan Calls Putin While CHP Takes The Lead

The newspapers report on multiple sources covering President Erdogan's phone call with Putin (Sabah, Sözcü, Yeni Akit). Recent polls show CHP leading over AKP (Birgun, Cumhuriyet), while CHP leader Özel promises to equalize teacher and parliamentary deputy salaries if elected (Gazete Duvar). Weather warnings continue with 53 provinces expecting rain and snow, leading to school closures in several districts (Hürriyet, Milliyet).
13:59
14:23

14:58The Arrest of Dersim's Mayor

The newspapers report on Birsen Orhan, co-mayor of Dersim Municipality, being referred to court with a detention request (Bianet, Birgun, Gazete Duvar). Weather continues to impact daily life, with schools closed in Gümüşhane due to snow (Milliyet) and a minaret collapsed due to storms (OdaTV). A PKK attack with rockets is reported with casualties (Yeni Akit), while Teachers' Day celebrations receive coverage (Sözcü).
16:07

16:50The Family Murder in Istanbul

The newspapers report heavily on a multiple homicide case in Istanbul, where a person killed four family members before committing suicide (Hürriyet, Milliyet, OdaTV). In political developments, Saadet Party elected a new leader (Cumhuriyet), while İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu faces resignation claims (Gerçek Gündem). A suspicious death related to the Sıla baby case is also being reported (Birgun).

18:33Snow Shuts Schools While Mines Take Lives

The newspapers report on school closures due to heavy snowfall across multiple provinces (Birgun, Hürriyet, Gümüşhane). A mining accident resulted in worker casualties from falling rocks (Gerçek Gündem, Sözcü), while details emerge from the forensic report on the İliç gold mine landslide (Sabah). In political developments, Birsen Orhan, Dersim's co-mayor, was released to house arrest (Bianet, Gazete Duvar), and the Istanbul governorate banned certain activities in Beyoğlu (Milliyet).
20:07

20:10Fire on the Runway

The newspapers report on multiple incidents: a fire broke out when an aircraft landed at Antalya Airport (Milliyet, Sözcü), 509 people were stranded and relocated to guesthouses in Malatya due to weather conditions (Birgun), and a fatal accident occurred at a marble quarry (OdaTV). The Istanbul governorate announced restrictions on activities in Beyoğlu for November 25 (Yeni Akit). RTÜK's president issued warnings about broadcasts damaging national values (Sabah).
20:32

23:45Two Thousand Families Lost Their Homes To The Storm

The newspapers report extensively on severe weather alerts and their consequences. AFAD has issued orange alerts for 13 provinces and yellow alerts for 25 provinces (Milliyet, Sözcü), while 2,053 people have been evacuated to guesthouses (Birgun). The D-100 highway reopened after a 7-hour closure (Hürriyet), and approximately 2,000 families have been left homeless (OdaTV). Separately, journalists are reported to be under threat (Bianet).