TÜİK's announcement of December inflation at a claimed three-year low of 44.4% dominated morning coverage, sparking debates about public sector wage adjustments. The figures triggered immediate price increases across sectors, from bread to transportation, effectively negating the announced raises before implementation.
Security operations continued with "Gürz-35" targeting DEAŞ across 17 provinces, resulting in 42 arrests. Meanwhile, DEM Party's diplomatic momentum from previous days continued with scheduled AKP meetings, while İYİ Party explicitly rejected any dialogue.
A dramatic sinkhole formation in Konya captured evening attention, while the İliç mine disaster indictment against 43 defendants was accepted. The day closed with coverage of Erdogan's carefully staged appearance at the Necip Fazıl Awards, where he emphasized his role in converting Hagia Sophia into a mosque.