Stories from Ankara · Turkey

Former Ankara Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Melih Gökçek denied allegations that he owns villas in Akgurt. Gökçek responded to claims made by CHP Chairman Özgür Özel regarding property ownership. He stated that he does not own any villas in any location. Gökçek also mentioned that he invited Mansur Yavaş to speak with him. Speaking on a program presented by Hakan, Gökçek challenged accusers to provide proof, including the location, photographs, and title deeds of the properties. He stated that an honorable person would present such evidence rather than attempting to disgrace him. Melih Gökçek stated that he has served for 23 years and denied allegations regarding property ownership. He claimed that Mansur Yavaş has undergone 500 investigations that were subsequently dismissed in court. Gökçek further alleged that Yavaş is frequently in a state of distress.

Mine workers in an old city private sector mine began a protest in Ankara's Kurtuluş Park after months of unpaid wages. The source stated that a consensus was reached and salaries have now been paid. Workers at the Independent Maden İşçileri Sendikası and Doruk Madencilik company ended their protest following a meeting. Minister Bayraktar issued a warning that businesses failing to pay worker rights will face license revocations. Independent Mining Union President Gökay Çakır participated in the discussions. Former miners held demonstrations and hunger strikes in Ankara to protest against a private mining company. Protesters in Ankara are demanding changes to the current wage system, specifically regarding how pay increases are applied to public sector workers performing the same roles. The crowd includes union members, their families, and children.

The Turkish Ministry of Trade has granted foreign trade capital company status to 10 additional firms. This brings the total number of companies with this status to 103.

Turkish Health Minister Professor Kemal Memişoğlu attended a reception in Ankara celebrating Sierra Leone's national day. Memişoğlu stated that Turkey's approach to Africa is based on mutual solidarity and joint development. He expressed intentions to advance bilateral relations and noted that commercial volumes between the two nations have increased. The Minister also mentioned that a hospital project is expected to soon contribute to healthcare access for Sierra Leonean citizens.

The Turkish Ministry of Trade has granted foreign trade capital company status to 10 additional companies. This brings the total number of such companies in the country to 103. This move follows previous regulatory actions to expand the number of entities operating under this specific trade designation.

The Turkish Ministry of Health has issued new regulations to expand the use of various therapy methods. Under the new rules, osteopathy and chiropractic practices can be performed by physicians and physiotherapists who hold certificates from GETAT training centers. Elderly care and home care technicians are also authorized to assist in these medical applications. The Minister of Agriculture and Forestry is implementing a regulation regarding food labeling. The measure targets the use of misleading terms such as 'village-made', 'natural', '100%', 'traditional', and 'medicinal' on industrial food products. This regulation aims to address issues where urban residents struggle to access genuine village products while industrial goods use these labels to mimic them. These include leech therapy, cupping, ozone therapy, and phytotherapy.

MIA Technology has applied to the Capital Markets Board (SPK) for a merger with Lider Sistem Teknolojileri A.Ş.

Turkish media outlets are calling on Turkish citizens to stop consuming French products and visiting France. This comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between the two countries.

The legality of military operations is being debated due to an unclear understanding of their meaning. The discussions focus on the scope and authorization of these operations. The outcome of the debate could influence future military actions.

Football player Pereira was substituted into the game, with Enes Keskin also joining. Another player named Gaius Makuta was also mentioned in relation to the match. A foul was called on a player on the left wing.