The government intensified its response to the CHP-supported boycott, with officials labeling it "economic sabotage" and "divisive." Interior Minister Yerlikaya called it a threat to "economic independence," while the RTÜK chairman warned TV channels against supporting it. Trade Minister Bolat was photographed shopping to counter the boycott messaging.
Actress Aybüke Pusat was removed from her TRT series after supporting the boycott call, triggering solidarity from colleagues and viewers. Some publishers joined the boycott by pausing sales.
Security discourse evolved with media noting the "double standard" in government reaction, as President Erdoğan had previously called for similar boycotts. Meanwhile, Kılıçdaroğlu reportedly secured 90% support for his CHP leadership candidacy.
In international news, Trump announced a 10% tariff on all imports to the US, with 25% on automobiles, impacting Turkey among other countries. Israel declared plans to seize "large areas" of Gaza.