Stories from Ankara · Turkey

Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş announced that April birth assistance payments have been deposited into mothers' accounts. To date, approximately 16 billion lira has been paid to 990,360 mothers. The announcement was made in Ankara.

Mustafa Yılmaz, President of the Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK), stated that Turkey's petroleum supply will not be affected by energy crises originating from the Strait of Hormuz. Yılmaz confirmed that Turkey currently holds oil reserves equivalent to 90 days of net imports. The remarks addressed concerns regarding potential blockades or closures of the Strait. A system requires operators and states to maintain strategic reserves for energy security. These reserves are designed to cover 90 days of petroleum product consumption and 30 days of gas consumption. The system is described as being in a state of permanent self-replenishment.

The Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK) has introduced new title restrictions for electricity supply companies.

An individual wanted for 10 years for membership in the FETÖ terrorist organization was captured in the Çankaya district of Ankara. The suspect faces charges including membership in an armed terrorist organization, abuse of office, and destruction of evidence. The case is being processed by the Ankara 16th Criminal Court.

Tarım Kredi Kooperatifleri, a Turkish agricultural credit cooperative, announced plans to go public. General Manager Hüseyin Aydın stated the group will include Tarım Kredi Market, Aynes-Süt, and a feed factory in the offering. The news was reported by Hüseyin Gökçe.

Adem Soytekin testified in a corruption case involving Ekrem İmamoğlu, describing a $1.5 million bribe during cross-examination. Soytekin stated that the money provided was the return for what was given to Ali Kurta.

A lawsuit has been filed against Yusuf Sekli, the father of the individual who owned the knife used in the murder of 16-year-old Atlas Caglayan.

Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdülkadir Uraloğlu shared data regarding the contributions of digital ticketing in railway transportation. The minister noted that digital ticketing in rail transport prevents the cutting of 3,000 trees per year.

Turkey is launching a new protection model for children at risk using physical measures and AI-supported case-based monitoring. The initiative aims to prevent incidents before they occur by utilizing a long-standing social risk map. The program will implement measures at the household and neighborhood levels based on specific content and case data. Turkey's Minister of Family and Social Services, Mahinur Özdemir Gökdaş, announced new physical and AI-supported measures to prevent school attacks. The minister stated that the goal is to strengthen early intervention systems following recent school attacks. The initiative aims to reduce school absenteeism through improved family support and education.

The 11th International Hafiz and Beautiful Quran Recitation Competition began today in Turkey. The event is organized by the Presidency of Religious Affairs and is scheduled to last approximately six days.