The morning began with the withdrawal of the controversial "influence agent" legislation for the second time, following sustained criticism. Foreign Minister Fidan met with his Russian counterpart Lavrov, while Turkey's position on North Syria security dominated diplomatic discourse.
By afternoon, prosecutors launched an investigation into Ankara Metropolitan Municipality's concert expenditures, with Mayor Mansur Yavaş responding that "those who committed crimes will face consequences." The probe quickly expanded to include Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, marking an escalation in scrutiny of opposition-run cities.
Minister Işıkhan announced that municipal debts had reached 150 billion liras, threatening seizure actions. Meanwhile, the aftermath of the İzmir fire that claimed five siblings' lives continued to unfold, with their mother's testimony receiving extensive coverage. Weather services issued warnings about incoming snow and rain across regions.