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26.12.2024

26.12.2024The Day Güran's Trial Met Russia's Missile

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 26.12.2024.

It displays 422 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

26.12.2024The Day Güran's Trial Met Russia's Missile
The second hearing of Narin Güran's murder trial dominated morning coverage, with prosecutors demanding aggravated life sentences for four defendants amid courtroom tensions. The family's testimony patterns of "I don't remember, I don't know" drew media attention.

By afternoon, reports emerged that the Azerbaijani passenger aircraft crash from yesterday was caused by Russian air defenses, shifting diplomatic focus. Meanwhile, the Central Bank cut its key rate by 250 basis points to 47.5%, marking a shift in monetary policy.

DEVA Party experienced internal turbulence as MP Mustafa Yeneroğlu resigned with public criticism. Weather alerts intensified for Istanbul and surrounding regions, while the Bosphorus temporarily suspended maritime traffic. Evening brought news of a devastating Israeli strike near a Gaza hospital, claiming 50 Palestinian lives, while Parliament prepared for a Syria delegation visit to Sednaya Prison.
26.12.2024

02:34Christmas Diversity Meets Homs Curfew

The newspapers report on Christmas messages and domestic developments. President Erdogan issued a statement highlighting diversity during Christmas (Daily Sabah), while opposition continues discussing minimum wage decisions, claiming IMF influence (Aydinlik). In Syria, curfew was imposed in Homs (Bianet), as water from Tishreen Dam begins flowing to El Bab after 8 years (Yeni Akit). A fire broke out at a film set in Kartal (Milliyet).
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04:49Erdogan Promises While Narin's Trial Proceeds

The newspapers report on President Erdogan's call for patience, promising better economic conditions in 2025 (Hürriyet). Opposition sources highlight poverty concerns (Birgun) while discussing the parliamentary status of the Saadet-Future Party alliance (Cumhuriyet). Multiple sources cover the second hearing of the Narin Güran murder case (Milliyet, OdaTV). International coverage focuses on Biden's criticism of Russia's attacks on Ukraine (Yeni Akit).

06:26Nationwide Arrests While Courts Convene

The newspapers report on a nationwide police operation named "Çengel," resulting in 279 arrests across 81 provinces (Hürriyet). In financial news, the state has written off debts for 400,000 people (Gerçek Gündem), while civil servants receive new rights (Sözcü). Multiple sources cover the second hearing of the Narin Güran murder case (Cumhuriyet, Medyascope), and a separate trial begins for suspects in the death of two-year-old Sıla (Milliyet).

07:21Narin's Trial: The Worker's Tale

The newspapers extensively cover the second hearing of the Narin Güran murder case (Birgun, Gerçek Gündem, Medyascope, Cumhuriyet), with reports of conflicting testimonies from a 15-year-old worker. New developments include Leyla Halid's statement on Palestinian resistance (Bianet), and allegations of food poisoning from IBB-provided meals (Yeni Akit). The Tax Inspection Board announces recruitment of 250 assistant inspectors (Sözcü).

08:17The Shepherd's Tale at Güran Trial

The newspapers extensively cover the second hearing of the Narin Güran murder case, with new testimony from a shepherd who was allegedly beaten by the Güran family (Bianet, Medyascope, Gerçek Gündem, Birgun). In political developments, parliament discusses a three-way formula for group formation (Sözcü), while Nedim Yamalı announces his transfer from the Future Party to AK Party (Yeni Akit). There's notable interest in New Year's lottery tickets in Ankara, with reports of unprecedented prize amounts (Hürriyet).
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09:06Syria Control Claims While Rate Decision Looms

The newspapers report on developments in Syria, with coverage of TSK's role and claims about control over Manbij and Tishrin Dam (Aydinlik, Sabah, Hürriyet). A deadly attack on Syrian security personnel by pro-Assad forces is reported (Daily Sabah). Meanwhile, Turkey's central bank is set to announce its final interest rate decision of the year (Birgun), while environmental activists push for recognition of ecocide as a crime (Bianet). The Narin Güran murder trial continues with new testimony from her uncle (Medyascope, Gerçek Gündem).

09:53Lieutenants Await While President's Critics Face Arrest

The newspapers report on a developing story about lieutenants awaiting a decision (Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem), while multiple sources cover a new arrest of a suspect for insulting the President on social media (Milliyet, OdaTV). In regional news, a severe snowstorm has left 200,000 homes without power in Bosnia (Daily Sabah), while environmental activists pursue recognition of ecocide as a crime in Turkey (Bianet).

11:05Central Bank's Rate Return

The newspapers prominently cover the Central Bank's interest rate decision after 8 months (Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem). The ongoing Narin Güran murder trial continues with reports of changing testimonies from the defendant Nevzat Bahtiyar (Medyascope), while her father demands a detailed investigation (Hürriyet). There are warnings about counterfeit alcohol detection from medical professionals (Sözcü).

12:09Mother Demands Justice at Güran Trial

The newspapers report extensively on the Narin Güran murder trial's second hearing, with statements from her mother demanding justice and Minister Göktaş addressing the case (Medyascope, Hürriyet, Bianet). The announced minimum wage increase faces criticism for being insufficient (Aydinlik), while ferry services in Bandırma and Erdek are disrupted due to weather conditions (Milliyet). Syrian security developments continue with operations against pro-Assad militias (Daily Sabah).
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12:57Prosecutor Demands Life for All Güran Defendants

The newspapers extensively cover the Narin Güran murder trial's second hearing, with the prosecutor presenting final arguments requesting life sentences for all defendants (Medyascope, Gerçek Gündem, Aydinlik). In military developments, Türkiye announces successful tests of the IHA-122 supersonic ballistic missile (Sabah) while exploring military cooperation with Syria's new leadership (Daily Sabah). A social media critic faces arrest for comments about minimum wage (Sözcü).
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14:01Prosecutor Demands Life for Güran Murder Accomplices

The newspapers extensively cover the second hearing of the Narin Güran murder trial, with the prosecutor requesting aggravated life sentences for four defendants, declaring all suspects as accomplices (Medyascope, Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Aydinlik). Court proceedings were disrupted, requiring gendarmerie intervention (Gerçek Gündem). In international news, Enes Hattab, al-Nusra's founder, has been appointed as Syria's intelligence chief (Bianet), while President Erdoğan received Sierra Leone's ambassador (Sabah).
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15:22Yemen Strike Meets Caucasus Crisis

The newspapers extensively cover Israel's strike on Yemen (Aydinlik), while Russian air defenses reportedly downed an Azerbaijani aircraft according to sources (Daily Sabah). A 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck Isparta (Hürriyet, Sözcü). In domestic politics, President Erdoğan received Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew (Sabah), while Minister Göktaş announced upcoming social media regulations (Yeni Akit).
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16:50Yeneroğlu Bids Farewell

The newspapers report on Mustafa Yeneroğlu's resignation, with multiple sources covering his departure and request for forgiveness (OdaTV, Sözcü, Gerçek Gündem). The Diyarbakır Bar Association claims external interference in an ongoing case (Bianet), while authorities seized over 22,000 liters of illegal alcohol in Çanakkale (Hürriyet). Astronaut Alper Gezeravcı met with Turkish Aviation University students (Milliyet).

17:45Russian Missiles Down Azerbaijani Passenger Plane

The newspapers report on a downed Azerbaijani passenger aircraft, reportedly hit by Russian air defenses (Bianet, Daily Sabah, Sözcü). In domestic politics, Youth and Sports Minister Bak met with Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu (Hürriyet, Milliyet), while DEVA Party MP Mustafa Yeneroğlu resigned (Sabah). The Narin Güran murder trial continues to receive coverage with new details emerging about suspect Salim (Gerçek Gündem).
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19:45Muğla's Twin Tremors

The newspapers report on two earthquakes in Muğla with a magnitude of 3.9 (Milliyet, Sözcü). In international developments, medical aid from WHO arrived in Istanbul for Syria (Hürriyet), while sectarian content faces new restrictions in Syria (OdaTV). Twenty students were acquitted in an unspecified case (Birgun), while coverage continues of the downed Azerbaijani aircraft incident from earlier reports.

21:14Four Face Life in Güran Trial

The newspapers report on the second hearing of the Narin Güran murder trial, where prosecutors demanded aggravated life sentences for four defendants (Medyascope, Milliyet). In digital developments, officials discuss potential access to Roblox and Discord (Gerçek Gündem), while new social media regulations for children are announced (Sabah). A tragic incident in Erzurum where a youth died from falling ice is reported (Hürriyet), and authorities seized 1.5 tons of counterfeit olive oil in Muğla (Sözcü).
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