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The accusation was reported by NTV Radyo. The source did not specify the location or the exact nature of the event. The incident is being monitored alongside measures taken in schools.

China Construction Bank has been fined 43.5 million yuan. The specific reason for the fine was not detailed in the transcript. Authorities in Izmir have cancelled 26 illegal activities. The bank's operations in Istanbul were also subject to investigation.

The Justice and Development Party's supreme council decided to permanently expel Yalmaz on May 11.

The Nationalist Movement Party expelled Mayor Ozkan Yalim following his arrest on March 30. Yalim was detained as part of investigations into corruption and assault allegations. The party announced the decision during a press conference held at the Istanbul Grand Center.

Strong storms in the Arnavutköy district of Istanbul forced the evacuation of two mosques near a minaret. In the Yavuz Selim district, the minaret of the Berat Mosque began shaking due to the high winds.

Authorities have investigated 27 individuals regarding crimes related to public authorities and the provision of illegal benefits. Further details regarding the specific charges or the nature of the public authority involved were not immediately available.

An exceptional committee held a meeting on May 2 to decide on the return of Yalm from the party. This decision follows a month of developments and criticism regarding the failure to return Yalm. Oversight committees will act when wrongdoing is identified.

A new mechanism has been created to detect and track illegal advertising in Turkey. The system will monitor written, visual, and environmental venues. A dedicated center for tracking illegal advertising will be established within the Turkey Bar Association.

The leader of the Republican People's Party (CHP) announced plans to conduct a campaign tour across 81 provinces.

An empty fuel boat measuring 185 meters in length sustained damage while passing through the Istanbul Strait. The incident occurred in front of Galata Island. No casualties or specific causes for the damage were reported. No fuel leak or environmental pollution has been reported. The Coast Guard administration dispatched three rescue vehicles to the area. The boat was subsequently towed to a rescue zone. Traffic in the Bosphorus has since returned to normal.