Stories from Istanbul · Turkey

The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation regarding an Israeli attack. Ankara has reacted to the incident, describing the intervention as illegal. The source stated the attack endangered numerous civilian lives and violated international law. The Minister has requested explanations from the Ambassador in Gaza following the operation. All diplomatic protection has been activated for foreigners detained in international waters. These individuals are among approximately 100 activists detained during a flotilla mission. Diplomatic services in Athens are on alert to monitor the disembarkation and facilitate rescue efforts. The Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called for explanations regarding the operation and activated the embassy in Athens to monitor the disembarkation of the 110 detainees.

A commentator stated that a US victory in the current conflict cannot be declared without controlling the Hormuz Strait. The source mentioned that a US defense minister previously claimed the nuclear program was finished ten months ago before correcting the statement.

MIA Teknoloji has applied to the Capital Markets Board (SPK) to merge with Lider Sistem Teknolojileri.

Temperatures in parts of Turkey are expected to drop by 10 degrees Celsius. Istanbul faces heavy rain on Friday with potential flooding in some areas. In the Aegean region, specifically Izmir, temperatures on Sunday are expected to be affected by wind. Temperatures in the Aegean region, particularly Izmir, are expected to remain low due to wind effects through May 8 or 9. The weather pattern is expected to include intermittent rain throughout May. While May averages for Istanbul and Ankara are 22 and 26 degrees respectively, felt temperatures may fall below zero. Outdoor plans are expected to be disrupted by these conditions. Heavy rainfall is expected in the Marmara region, Akdeniz, inner Anatolia, and Karadeniz. The intensity of the rain is predicted to increase on Friday in the Sakarya region and the western Karadeniz. All workers were evacuated in time, so no injuries occurred.

Temperatures are expected to drop by 10 degrees Celsius in some regions due to a cold wave arriving from Russia. The weather shift is occurring as spring arrival is delayed. The source noted the drop will affect certain areas significantly.

The arrest, which began on April 22, involves 18 suspects facing charges including bribery, extortion, and bid rigging. The proceedings regarding the deputy chairmanship election began following the arrest of Güzel in 2022. Some members of the alliance raised objections, claiming that a transparent vote was not conducted, leading to tensions with CHP members. Serious incidents occurred during May Day demonstrations near Taksim Square in Istanbul. The clashes involved demonstrators and police forces. Police arrested hundreds of people during May Day demonstrations in Istanbul. At least 360 to 370 people were arrested in Istanbul during celebrations. The arrests targeted two specific groups in distinct neighborhoods on the European side of the city. The arrests occurred alongside various other activities in Turkey.

An IT specialist, Yücel Erdem, has implicated colleague Gökhan Ertok in the deletion of hospital records. Erdem stated during his testimony that he lacked the authority and information required to delete the files. Two IT specialists were previously detained in connection with the incident before being released under judicial control. The investigation into the deletion of the records is ongoing.

A witness claims that Gulistan encountered the son of former governor Tuncay Sonel, Mustafa Türkay Sonel, at a cafe the day before her disappearance. It is claimed the footage was excluded from the case file under the pretext that the recordings did not exist.

DNA samples were taken from the parents of Gulistan to be compared with samples found in Mustafa Türkay's vehicle. The probe includes the analysis of Gulistan Doku's SIM card data and the arrest of 12 individuals, including former officer Gökhan Ertok. Mustafa Türkay Sonel is also under investigation for allegedly deleting data from the SIM card. DNA samples were collected from Bedriye Doku and Halid Doku, the parents of a girl from Gulistan, as part of an ongoing investigation. Zuhal Böcek, the daughter-in-law of Mütim Böcek, has been taken into custody. Authorities collected DNA samples from Bedriye Doku and her father Halit Doku in Istanbul. The process follows the identification of a different vehicle used in the case. Lawyer Ali Çümen claims that security camera footage from a cafe could provide new details regarding the disappearance of Gülistan.

A professional golf tournament will be held in Turkey for the ninth time. The event will feature 156 professional golfers competing for a total prize pool of $2.75 million.