The prosecutor's office launched an investigation into CHP's recent party congress, with former chairman Kılıçdaroğlu called to testify but declining to appear. Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavaş announced he would not participate in the party's presidential primary elections, marking a significant shift in opposition dynamics.
Hamas suspended the prisoner exchange with Israel, citing ceasefire violations, while Turkish officials strongly criticized Trump's statements about Palestinian displacement from Gaza. The bootleg alcohol crisis continued to claim lives in Ankara and Istanbul, with authorities announcing new enforcement measures.
Evening brought a 5.2 magnitude earthquake in the Aegean Sea, continuing the seismic activity pattern from previous days. Weather dominated local coverage as snow returned to Istanbul, causing flight cancellations at Sabiha Gökçen Airport and prompting school closures in multiple provinces.