AK Party

Turkish judicial reforms on alimony and legal processes

6 clusters · 64 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Erdoğan rejects draft proposal on indefinite alimony

Turkish courts and the government are implementing significant reforms regarding post-divorce financial obligations and social security benefits. Following the Constitutional Court’s annulment of ‘indefinite’ poverty ali

Turkey SGK debt collection and restructuring

5 clusters · 30 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Turkey to potentially cancel GSS premium debts for 1 million people

Turkey’s Social Security Institution (SGK) is implementing measures to increase the collection of unpaid premium debts. Under the new Medium-Term Program, the SGK is expected to intensify its follow-up processes during t

Turkey fund liquidation: Legislative and legal developments

37 clusters · 325 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkey Justice Minister clarifies fund investigation legalities

The Turkish investment fund crisis has entered an active recovery and legal enforcement phase. Following the mid-September 2026 market volatility, the Fund Coordination Board has advanced liquidation processes. Ziraat Ba

YENİ Parti expands organization and faces internal friction

15 clusters · 135 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: YENİ Parti faces internal disputes and financial allegations

The YENİ Parti continues its nationwide organizational drive across Turkey, utilizing provincial congresses and primary elections to establish its leadership structure. While the party has successfully established leader

Turkish vehicle regulation and toll system updates

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkey updates HGS payment security and warns of fraud

Turkey is considering legislative changes regarding vehicle usage for citizens living abroad. The AK Party is reportedly drafting a regulation that would allow dual citizens and Blue Card holders to extend the use of for

Istanbul capital markets investigation expands

19 clusters · 202 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkey fund investigation leads to multiple high-profile arrests

The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office investigation into capital market manipulation, money laundering, and terrorism financing has evolved into a major financial crisis. The probe, involving entities such as Pus

Turkey renewable surge, EV boom, and infrastructure gaps

55 clusters · 155 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkey electricity production led by hydroelectric power

Turkey’s energy transition and electric vehicle (EV) adoption continued to evolve through the third quarter of 2026. While the broader automotive market experienced a contraction—with automobile sales falling 15.45% and

Turkish political discourse on disarmament

2 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkish Cabinet to meet over fund investigations and security processes

Turkish political leaders have expressed varying perspectives regarding the ‘Terror-free Turkey’ process and the requirements for achieving regional stability. AK Party Group Chairman Abdullah Güler and Deputy Mustafa Şe

Turkish political polling and municipal leadership shifts

10 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkish political polls show varying results for parties and presidential candidates

Recent polling data in Turkey indicates fluctuating support for major political parties. In mid-August 2026, AK Parti Istanbul Provincial Chairman Abdullah Özdemir reported the AK Parti held 44.5% of the vote in Istanbul

Turkish regional infrastructure and investment projects

3 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: AK Party officials conduct regional field visits across Turkey

Local authorities and provincial coordination boards in Turkey have reported various large-scale infrastructure and development initiatives across multiple provinces. In Erzincan and Samsun, updates highlighted signific

Turkey ‘Terror-Free Turkey’ initiative discussions

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Mehmet Şahin discusses ‘Terror-Free Turkey’ initiative in Kahramanmaraş

Academic and political figures in Turkey have held discussions regarding a ‘Terror-Free Turkey’ initiative, focusing on the economic, social, and regional security implications of counter-terrorism. At Aydın Adnan Mende

Turkey tobacco and health policy developments

9 clusters · 87 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Turkey Health Minister warns of rising youth smoking rates

The Turkish Ministry of Health is advancing a legislative package to combat rising smoking rates and protect minors. Health Minister Kemal Memişoğlu has noted that tobacco-related illnesses are linked to nearly 60% of de

Turkish political bribery and investment allegations

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Osman Gökçek denies allegations of 150 million euro investment in Germany

Recent developments in Turkish politics involve separate allegations of financial misconduct against public figures. Saadet Party Bursa Deputy Mehmet Atmaca has accused former Capital Markets Board (SPK) President Ömer

CHP political shifts and legal challenges for Istanbul Mayor

14 clusters · 158 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Ekrem İmamoğlu official vehicle trial adjourned to 2027

Political shifts within the Republican People's Party (CHP) continue as several local officials defect to the Justice and Development Party (AKP). During an expanded provincial chairmen's meeting in Ankara, President Rec

Cemil Tugay joins AK Parti amid İzmir council deadlock

8 clusters · 118 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: İzmir Mayor Cemil Tugay discusses political shifts and service plans

İzmir Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Cemil Tugay has officially joined the AK Parti following his resignation from the Republican People's Party (CHP). During a meeting in Ankara, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan presente

Commemoration of Muhtars Day in Turkey

3 clusters · 89 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Turkey celebrates Muhtars Day with local leadership meetings

On October 19, 2026, Turkey observed Muhtars Day with widespread ceremonies and official commemorations across numerous provinces. These events honored the role of village and neighborhood heads as a vital bridge between

Northern Cyprus election campaigning and candidate selection

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Northern Cyprus political parties announce candidates for December elections

As the December 6 elections approach, political parties in Northern Cyprus are finalizing candidate lists and refining their platforms. The Republican Turkish Party (CTP) continues to focus on structural reforms, with Ge

Turkish political tensions and local party shifts

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Cemalettin Kani Torun rejoins AK Party

Political friction has emerged in Turkey involving local leadership and party affiliations. DEM Party Deputy Sırrı Sakık criticized the new İzmir Bar Association leadership, alleging they treat support for Kurdish politi

Turkish political dispute over fund crisis allegations

4 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Turkey Parliament debates fund liquidation law to address investor crisis

The political dispute regarding allegations of a massive financial crisis in Turkey continues to intensify. YENİ Parti spokesperson Zeynel Emre has criticized the AK Parti for failing to disclose the identities of 214 in

Turkish Red Crescent legislative debate

3 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Turkish Parliament to debate Red Crescent Law and 2027 budget

The Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM) has progressed with deliberations on the ‘Turkish Red Crescent Law’ proposal, having approved the first three articles of the bill. This stage of the legislation establishes the

Deaths of Turkish local government officials

3 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Muhammed Emin Sarıoğlu elected Deputy Mayor of Üsküdar

In late September 2026, Muammer Balcı, the Deputy Governor of Zonguldak, died of a heart attack at age 57 while on leave in Istanbul. Balcı had recently submitted his retirement petition after serving in various administ

Turkey CHP internal crisis and YENİ Parti rise

253 clusters · 470 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: CHP Denizli undergoes management change amid internal disputes

The political landscape in Turkey continues to shift following the formation of the YENİ Parti, led by former CHP MP Özgür Özel. The new party now controls 91 parliamentary seats and has completed organizational work in

Turkey faces delays and political debate in disarmament

23 clusters · 329 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Mustafa Çiftçi inaugurates new facilities in Batman

The ‘Terror-Free Turkey’ initiative has entered a new legislative phase following the passage of the ‘Law on Strengthening National Solidarity and Social Integration’ in August 2026. This framework law established a Moni

Turkish political criticism of economic instability

2 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Political parties in Turkey and Cyprus prepare for upcoming elections

Political leaders in Turkey have raised significant concerns regarding the nation’s economic stability and the perceived mismanagement of financial systems. Zafer Party Vice President Zekeriya Mete highlighted the dispa

Turkish political party field activities

2 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: İYİ Parti holds field mobilization and training programs

Political parties in Turkey have initiated various field programs and organizational activities. AK Parti General Secretary and İzmir Deputy Eyyüp Kadir İnan launched the ‘Türkiye Yüzyılı Buluşmaları’ in İzmir, conduct

Turkish political debates on election timelines

8 clusters · 78 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Turkey advisor suggests early 2028 elections

Turkish political leaders continue to debate the timeline for the 2028 general elections and the legal framework for President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s potential final candidacy. Presidential Advisor Mehmet Uçum has identi

Turkish political and local administrative outreach

10 clusters · 38 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Japanese Ambassador Masami Tamura visits Trabzon Mayor Ahmet Metin Genç

Turkish political figures and local administrators continue to engage in regional and international outreach to address community needs, local development, and political processes. In Trabzon, Metropolitan Municipality M

Azerbaijan-Turkey tensions and Karabakh reconstruction

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Azerbaijan reacts to Turkish criticism and peace treaty demands

An Azerbaijani parliamentary working group has expressed serious concern regarding biased information campaigns in Turkish media and social networks. The group specifically addressed unfounded accusations made by certain

Turkish investigation into Fatma Betül Sayan Kaya

9 clusters · 189 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: İbrahim Ömer Gönül faces investigation for alleged market manipulation

The investigation into former Turkish Minister Fatma Betül Sayan Kaya and her husband, İlyas Kaya, has progressed following an audit by the Capital Markets Board (SPK). The SPK submitted findings to the Istanbul Chief Pu

Mustafa Aksu fund investigation and arrest

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Mustafa Aksu, former Deputy Minister, arrested in fund investigation

Mustafa Aksu, a former Turkish Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Forestry and long-time AK Party official, reported a significant financial loss involving liquid funds. Aksu stated he moved stock market assets into a Te