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27.11.2024

27.11.2024The Day Erdogan Acknowledged The Öcalan Talks

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Turkey for 27.11.2024.

It displays 444 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

27.11.2024The Day Erdogan Acknowledged The Öcalan Talks
A 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck Bitlis in early morning hours, while media focused on responses to Bahçeli's unexpected call for DEM Party-Öcalan dialogue. By noon, President Erdogan broke his silence, describing Bahçeli's proposal as "pattern-breaking" and confirming ongoing discussions.

The Justice Ministry evaluated DEM Party's İmralı application, while former politician Ufuk Uras suggested Erdogan would "greenlight" the initiative. Opposition leader Özel expressed conditional support if it would end terrorism.

Health Minister Memişoğlu announced plans for 1,000 new Family Health Centers and complete renovation of private hospital regulations, while the Radio and Television Supreme Council issued penalties to several TV channels over religious content. The Ministry of Justice denied specific claims about Öcalan as international media covered the Lebanon ceasefire implementation.
27.11.2024
03:03

04:10Özel Answers Bahçeli's İmralı Call

The newspapers report extensively on political developments regarding Bahçeli's call, with opposition leader Özel responding to discussions about İmralı (Hürriyet, Gazete Duvar, Birgun). A 4.3 magnitude earthquake has struck Bitlis (Milliyet), while Defense Minister Güler addresses the sword oath ceremony controversy (Sabah). A ceasefire is scheduled for 4:00 AM (Aydinlik), and a six-year-old murder case in Arnavutköy has been solved (Gerçek Gündem).
04:23
05:44

05:54The Prosecutor Who Backed The Wrong Horse

The newspapers report on several new developments: a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon has taken effect (Gazete Duvar), while the government is initiating critical meetings regarding minimum wage increases (Gerçek Gündem). Opposition leader Özel responds to Bahçeli about İmralı discussions, expressing readiness if it leads to ending terror (Hürriyet). A prosecutor supporting military lieutenants has been suspended (Sözcü).

06:50Prices Rise As South Lebanon Returns

The newspapers report on the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire taking effect, with civilians returning to South Lebanon (Daily Sabah, Medyascope). Local headlines focus on upcoming price increases and salary adjustments (Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem), while opposition leader Özgür Özel warns about potential restrictions on municipal services (Gazete Duvar). A violent incident involving an American woman in Taksim is also reported (Hürriyet).
07:03
07:19

07:37UAE Rabbi's Killers Found In Turkey

The newspapers report on several arrests in Turkey of suspects in a UAE rabbi murder case (Bianet). A weather expert warns of extremely cold conditions due to La Nina effect (Hürriyet), while multiple sources discuss upcoming price increases (Aydinlik, Cumhuriyet). The MIT conducts an operation in Sincar (Milliyet), and opposition leader Özgür Özel claims Erdogan is behind Bahçeli's statements (OdaTV).

08:25CHP's Shrouded Protest As Taxes Soar

The newspapers report on significant price increases for 2025, including new taxes on vehicle registration, passports, and IMEI registration (Birgun, Aydinlik). CHP deputies staged a protest against the Family Minister using shrouds (Gerçek Gündem, OdaTV). The opposition warns about restrictions on municipal services, particularly regarding unpaid social security debts of CHP municipalities (Sabah, Gazete Duvar). Cappadocia's official boundaries have been expanded (Hürriyet).
08:40

09:07DEM Party's Öcalan Prison Appeal Under Review

The newspapers report extensively on DEM Party's application regarding Öcalan's prison conditions, with Justice Minister Tunç stating the matter is under evaluation (Gazete Duvar, Gerçek Gündem, Hürriyet, Milliyet, Sabah). Other headlines focus on new price increases for 2025 (Aydinlik) and a debt collection decision published in the Official Gazette (Cumhuriyet).
09:20

09:45Kindergarten Wars Break Out As Gaza Policy Shifts

The newspapers report new statements from Erdogan about Gaza ceasefire efforts (Daily Sabah) and military lieutenant issue (Cumhuriyet). Justice Minister continues evaluating DEM Party's request regarding İmralı (Birgun, Gazete Duvar). A heated debate emerges over kindergartens, with AK Party accusing CHP municipalities of LGBT propaganda (Sabah, Gerçek Gündem). Security forces report an operation against ISIS financing (OdaTV).
10:24

10:42Erdogan: Bahçeli's Öcalan Call "Breaks Patterns"

The newspapers extensively report on MHP leader Bahçeli's call regarding Öcalan, with President Erdogan stating they are "evaluating it calmly" and noting it "breaks patterns" (Sözcü, Gazete Duvar, Cumhuriyet). Justice Minister Tunç confirms they're reviewing the İmralı application (Bianet). The education dispute continues with Minister Tekin criticizing İmamoğlu's "reading comprehension" regarding municipal kindergartens (Sabah, Milliyet).
11:20

11:46Erdogan: Öcalan Talks Already Happening

The newspapers continue reporting on President Erdogan's response to MHP leader Bahçeli's suggestion regarding DEM Party and Öcalan, with Erdogan confirming discussions are already taking place (Bianet, Gazete Duvar, Medyascope). In addition, papers report on a new agricultural trend in the Black Sea region showing higher profits than traditional hazelnut and tea farming (Sözcü), while several sources cover a child death investigation case (Milliyet, Aydinlik).
12:17

12:33Beşiktaş Chief Steps Down

The newspapers report extensively on Beşiktaş President Hasan Arat's resignation (Birgun, Cumhuriyet, Gerçek Gündem). Several sources cover a domestic violence case at Selçuk University (Hürriyet, Milliyet), while BTK announces new social media restrictions for users under 13 years old (Sabah).

13:22RTÜK's New TV Penalties While Çakıcı Meets Dink's Killer

The newspapers report on RTÜK (Radio and Television Supreme Council) issuing new penalties to several TV channels (Birgun, Cumhuriyet), while covering the meeting between organized crime figure Alaattin Çakıcı and Hrant Dink's convicted murderer Ogün Samast (Bianet). President Erdoğan reaffirms his alliance with MHP leader Bahçeli while criticizing the opposition (Daily Sabah, Gazete Duvar).
14:33

14:36Minister Promises 1000 New Health Centers

The newspapers report extensively on new healthcare regulations, with Health Minister Memişoğlu announcing plans for 1,000 new Family Health Centers in 2025 (Sabah, Milliyet, OdaTV, Gazete Duvar). RTÜK issues new penalties to TV channels regarding religious content (Yeni Akit, Cumhuriyet, Birgun), while journalists' arrests spark protests in Diyarbakır (Bianet). Ufuk Uras discusses potential DEM Party-İmralı meetings, suggesting Erdoğan's approval (Medyascope).

15:37Journalists Demand Shield From Politics

The newspapers report on journalists' organizations demanding protection from political pressure (Bianet), while young lawyers protest at the Ministry of Justice (Sözcü). The Central Bank Governor reaffirms commitment to anti-inflation measures (Daily Sabah). Multiple sources cover President Erdogan's speech at the Living Human Treasures Award Ceremony (Sabah, Milliyet, Hürriyet), while coverage continues of the Narin Güran murder case with new footage emerging (Gerçek Gündem, Cumhuriyet).

16:41CHP's Özel To Meet Özer

The newspapers report on CHP leader Özgür Özel's planned visit to Ahmet Özer (Gerçek Gündem, Hürriyet, Sözcü). Several sources cover developments in the Narin case, including reports of a family council meeting prior to her discovery (Cumhuriyet). Coverage continues of DEM party relations, with Tuncer Bakırhan commenting on Bahçeli's recent statements (Medyascope), while Yeni Akit focuses on Ekrem İmamoğlu's meetings with German officials.
17:19
18:07

18:17DEM Party: No Word From İmralı

The newspapers extensively cover DEM Party's statement regarding potential İmralı communications, with the party indicating no response has been received (DEM Parti, Birgun, Gazete Duvar, Cumhuriyet). Russia comments on ceasefire prospects (Aydinlik), while local stories include a new mosque planned for Kadıköy (Yeni Akit) and domestic violence in Antalya (Milliyet). A UN Alliance of Civilizations forum adopts the Cascais Declaration (Sabah).
18:55

20:09Fugitive Shoots Officer While Öcalan Claims Marx's Legacy

The newspapers report on two violent incidents: a fugitive with multiple criminal records shot at gendarmerie forces, severely wounding an officer (Hürriyet, Sözcü). Meanwhile, coverage continues of the DEM Party's statements regarding İmralı communications, with imprisoned PKK leader Öcalan making claims about writing Marx's final book (OdaTV, Gazete Duvar). Israel's planned appeal against ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu receives attention in international coverage (Daily Sabah).

21:45Syria Border Activity Meets Lebanon Ceasefire

The newspapers report on new developments regarding Turkish-Syrian border activities (Aydinlik) and a ceasefire in Lebanon (Gazete Duvar). Multiple sources cover statements regarding imprisoned journalists, with calls for Tuğçe Yılmaz's release (Bianet, Birgun). Economic concerns emerge as headlines discuss a price increase affecting 10 million citizens (Cumhuriyet). The Ministry denies claims about Öcalan (Sabah), while DEM Party leadership reaffirms connections to Demirtaş (Medyascope).