Stories from Istanbul · Turkey

The Professional Football League is cutting relations with the Turkish Football Federation (TFF). The decision follows dissatisfaction with the appointment of referee Yasin Kol. Officials cited poor officiating in a previous fixture involving Fenerbahce. Specifically, they noted a late equalizer and a non-existent penalty awarded to Fenerbahce against Basaksehir. Galatasaray secured a 3-0 victory to extend their lead at the top of the league. The win leaves them seven points clear with only three games remaining in the season. Fenerbahce has now gone 13 years without a league title, last winning in 2014. Analysts suggest squad construction and late-game errors have contributed to Fenerbahce's current position.

Galatasaray defeated Fenerbahce with a score of 3-0 in a Super Lig match. The victory moves the team one step closer to their 26th championship. The match featured a penalty for Fenerbahce involving Anderson and Taliska in the 13th minute.

Turkey is attempting to attract foreign investors and professionals by offering tax residency incentives. The current Turkish tax system for new residents is described as complex and expensive. The strategy aims to mitigate previous economic challenges including public revenue declines and high debt levels. Historical debt reached levels of $132 billion during periods of economic instability. The government seeks to transition from traditional pension models to capitalization-based systems to stabilize finances. Turkey has made gains in becoming a global investment leader. Recent events have demonstrated Turkey's position as an island of stability in its region. Investors fleeing other countries are now directing their attention to Turkey, indicating a flow of capital into the nation.

Galatasaray players and supporters have expressed dissatisfaction with officiating in the Turkish League. Following a match, the club released a statement via social media criticizing the referees' conduct and intentions.

Eviction lawsuits between tenants and property owners in Turkey rose from 42,000 cases in 2022 to 127,000 cases in 2024. The Ministry of Justice is attempting to reduce case volumes through a mediation system. Disputes between landlords and tenants have intensified due to difficulties in reaching mutual agreements. Enforcement cases rose from 27,000 in 2022 to 39,000 in 2025. This represents a 45% increase over a four-year period. The surge in legal disputes is driven by rising housing pressures in cities like Istanbul. The increase reflects a upward trend in legal disputes regarding real estate. The data was reported by NTV Radyo. A young person in Turkey became a victim after providing an IBAN number, leading to their bank account being used for fraudulent activities. The individual is facing 70 lawsuits and has been imprisoned three times.

Barış Alper Yılmaz scored his eighth goal of the current Super Lig season. Galatasaray currently leads Fenerbahçe 2-0 following the goal. The match has seen a red card issued and multiple player substitutions. Galatasaray's lead could extend their advantage to seven points if they secure a victory with three weeks remaining in the league. The broadcast noted intense play from Davinson Sanchez and Noa Lang during the 70th minute. Mert Günok controlled the ball following a near-collision with Met Günok. The play involved passes from Kante and Archibald. The play involved a corner kick sequence involving Okanburuk's tactical changes. Goalkeeper Mert Günok prevented a third goal in the 83rd minute. The match features Galatasaray and involves players such as Yunus Akanat and Osman. The attempt followed a corner kick sequence involving Yunus Akgün and Noalan.

Hearts secured a 2-1 victory against Derby in Edinburgh to maintain their position at the top of the league standings. Rival Fenerbahçe remains at 67 points. Galatasaray secured a 3-0 victory against Fenerbahçe during the 31st week of the Trendyol Süper Lig. This victory significantly increases the likelihood of Galatasaray securing a fourth consecutive championship. The match was described as a derby win for the championship race. Barış Alper Yılmaz scored a penalty to extend the lead to two goals. Torreira scored in the 83rd minute to determine the derby result. In EuroCup competition, Beşiktaş also secured a championship title by defeating a Spanish opponent. These victories occurred within the context of Turkish wheelchair basketball competitions. The matches featured high-stakes play for regional titles. Both teams had goals disallowed for offside in the second half.

Turkish rental eviction lawsuits decreased to 82,000 cases in 2025 after rising from 42,000 in 2022 to 127,000 in 2024. The Ministry of Justice data indicates that the mediation system was introduced to reduce case volumes. However, the system has faced challenges as parties reportedly use mediation as leverage in disputes. The trend follows a spike in litigation during 2024. Rental eviction filings in Turkey decreased to 82,000 in 2025. Total eviction cases in Turkey rose from 27,000 in 2022 to 39,000 in 2025. This represents a 45% increase over the four-year period. In Mersin, an adjacent building was evacuated and ordered for demolition after its load-bearing columns were damaged during the demolition of a nearby apartment. Landlords are increasingly using specific legal leverage in rental disputes.

An intelligence agent was shot in Turkey. The suspect was apprehended quickly and was found to be carrying multiple weapons.

Turkish national boxer Emirhan Kalkan faced Russian boxer Garagov in a match that escalated into a physical altercation. Tensions began in the third round following alleged disrespectful gestures by the Russian team toward the Turkish team. The dispute quickly spread to the stands, resulting in thrown chairs and physical fighting between spectators. Security personnel intervened to control the crowd and restore order.