Pre-dawn raids across 10 provinces targeted HDK members, with 60 detention warrants resulting in 52 arrests including journalists, artists, and politicians. This operation follows the pattern of increased pressure on opposition figures seen in recent days, particularly after Van mayor's removal.
By midday, diplomatic activity intensified as Zelenskyy visited Ankara, while reports emerged of US-Russia talks on Ukraine proceeding without Kyiv's presence. Turkey positioned itself as a potential mediator, with Erdoğan meeting both Zelenskyy and NATO Secretary General Rutte.
Evening coverage shifted to domestic matters as news broke of anticipated severe weather, with Istanbul authorities issuing warnings about incoming snowfall. TÜSİAD maintained its position despite government pressure, while reports surfaced of negotiations between SDG and Syrian military forces for potential integration.
