⌨The appointment of trustees to DEM Party-led municipalities in Mardin, Batman, and Halfeti dominated the day's news. This move, reminiscent of past practices, sparked immediate protests and police interventions, resulting in numerous detentions. Opposition figures, including CHP leader Özgür Özel, strongly criticized the decision, framing it as an attack on democratic principles. The AKP defended the action, characterizing it as a necessary measure. As tensions escalated, protests spread to other cities, including Esenyurt.
In parallel developments, President Erdoğan began a tour of Europe and Asia for summits, while the YSK chairman traveled to the US for the upcoming presidential election. The day also saw reports of new regulations increasing penalties for unlicensed firearms and the introduction of AI-enhanced MRI machines in hospitals.