The day began with Turkish media continuing to cover President Erdoğan’s diplomatic efforts concerning Gaza, including his meeting with Palestinian President Abbas and Turkey's firm rejection of Israeli plans. Domestically, a significant new development emerged with the detention of lawyer Rezan Epözdemir, a figure previously involved in legal controversies. Discussions also continued on the 'Terror-Free Türkiye' plan, with a timeline provided, and concerns resurfaced regarding 'sectarian pressure' alongside analysis of the Fethullahist movement. The late afternoon saw a dramatic shift in editorial focus as a magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Balıkesir, sending tremors across the Marmara and Aegean regions, including Istanbul. News reports quickly centered on the seismic event, detailing expert warnings, initial damage, and rescue efforts, with later updates confirming casualties. Amidst the earthquake coverage, reports also continued to highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.