12:37 (09:37)⇢Sectarian Tensions Flare in Syria
⌨Turkish newspapers report on Syria-related tensions, with concerns about sectarian conflict being stoked (Birgun, OdaTV, Gerçek Gündem). President Erdoğan has made notable statements on Syria that captured media attention (Cumhuriyet, Milliyet, Gerçek Gündem). In domestic news, a clash during iftar distribution in Istanbul's Şişli district resulted in police using pepper spray on people waiting for meals (Hürriyet, Sözcü). Media censorship issues are highlighted by journalist Erol Önderoğlu, who notes that legal frameworks are being abused by judicial authorities to suppress journalism (Bianet). Economic headlines mention changes to credit limits (Aydinlik), while international news covers US-EU trade tensions over steel and aluminum tariffs (Daily Sabah).