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Interpol red notice arrests and extradition efforts
Overview
Law enforcement actions have resulted in the capture and extradition of several Turkish nationals wanted internationally via Interpol red notices. Previous operations included the arrest of H. B. in Amasya and a homicide suspect in Rome, alongside diplomatic efforts by Justice Minister Akın Gürlek to secure the extradition of organized crime leader Ramazan Bayğara. In the first eight months of 2026, Turkey extradited 657 individuals from 44 countries, a 207 percent increase from the same period in 2025. Of these, 162 were identified as leaders or members of organized crime groups. Additionally, Turkish authorities apprehended 409 individuals within the country who were wanted by 53 nations. Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi noted that 3,852 individuals remain wanted under Interpol red notices or similar international warrants, covering offenses such as narcotics, terrorism, and smuggling. Recent coordinated efforts have seen significant returns of fugitives. In late September, the Ministry of Interior announced the extradition of 76 fugitives from eight countries, including 29 wanted via Interpol red notices. By the end of the third quarter of 2026, Justice Minister Akın Gürlek reported that 89 individuals were extradited from 16 countries between July and September.
In October 2026, Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi met with Greek Minister for Citizen Protection Michalis Chrisochoidis to address terrorism and organized crime. Çiftçi announced a ‘security diplomacy’ strategy to ensure criminals cannot find refuge abroad. During the first nine months of 2026, Turkey conducted 1,741 operations against 625 organized crime groups, resulting in 8,170 arrests. Çiftçi reported that 714 individuals have been extradited to Turkey so far this year and 969 red notices have been issued. In Athens, Çiftçi requested the expedited extradition of 60 individuals held by Greek authorities, warning that ‘Greece should not be a haven for criminals’ and emphasizing the need for rapid information sharing through Interpol.
Entities
Interpol · Turkey · Turkish Ministry of Interior · Mustafa Çiftçi · Ministry of Justice
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The operation was a coordinated effort between the General Directorate of Security, the Ministry of Justice, and various specialized police departments.
- [● 3 SOURCES] A total of 60 criminals were extradited to Turkey, including 16 wanted internationally via Interpol red notices and 44 wanted nationally.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The suspects were apprehended in Georgia (43), Greece (5), Germany (2), the United Kingdom (2), Bulgaria, Montenegro, Poland, Serbia, Armenia, Switzerland, Romania, and Russia.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The crimes committed by the suspects include intentional homicide, looting, drug trafficking, illegal firearm possession, fraud, theft, and forgery.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Turkish Justice Minister Akın Gürlek held a video conference with Greek Justice Minister Giorgos Floridis.
Timeline
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[INTERNATIONAL] 11 sourcesTurkey intensifies security diplomacy in Greece to combat organized crime
Turkish Interior Minister Mustafa Çiftçi is intensifying security diplomacy in Greece to combat organized crime and expedite the extradition of 60 individuals currently held by Greek authorities.
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[POLITICS] 9 sourcesTurkey extradites 89 individuals from 16 countries in Q3 2026
Turkey extradited 89 individuals from 16 countries in Q3 2026, bringing the nine-month total to 294 people wanted for crimes including terrorism.
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[CRIME] 12 sourcesTurkey extradites 76 fugitives from eight countries
Turkey has extradited 76 fugitives from eight countries, including 29 individuals wanted internationally via red notices, following coordinated operations with international law enforcement.
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[CRIME] 4 sourcesTurkey extradites 657 fugitives from 44 countries in early 2026
Turkey extradited 657 individuals from 44 countries in the first eight months of 2026, a 207% increase from the previous year.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 6 sourcesTurkey requests extradition of criminal leader from Greece
Turkish Justice Minister Akın Gürlek met with his Greek counterpart to request the extradition of criminal leader Ramazan Bayğara and two others, emphasizing cooperation against organized crime.
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[CRIME] 11 sourcesTurkey extradites 60 fugitives from multiple countries
Turkey has extradited 60 fugitives, including 16 wanted via international red notices, following coordinated operations across several countries including Georgia, Greece, Germany, and the UK.
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[CRIME] 5 sourcesTurkish murder suspect arrested at Rome's Ciampino Airport
Italian police arrested a Turkish man at Rome's Ciampino Airport who was wanted by Interpol for a 2020 murder in Diyarbakir. He is currently awaiting extradition.
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesInterpol red notice suspect captured in Amasya
An Interpol red notice suspect wanted in Germany for attempted murder was captured by Turkish gendarmerie in Amasya and transferred for extradition.
Sources
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