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Turkish authorities blocked access to Discord amid child abuse concerns. President Erdogan labeled Israel a "Zionist terrorist organization" and supported MHP leader Bahçeli's outreach to the DEM Party. A Turkish Airlines pilot died mid-flight, forcing an emergency landing. The Ministry of Defense announced the death of a soldier in the Pençe-Kilit region. Tensions rose as Israel continued strikes on Lebanon, with the UN warning of "total war". The government initiated the evacuation of Turkish citizens from Lebanon. CHP leader Özgür Özel clarified his controversial statements about "losing alone". Reports of pork in meatballs caused public concern, while authorities conducted operations against PKK/KCK propaganda in several provinces.