The day's dominant story was the verdict in the Aziz İhsan Aktaş trial, with multiple outlets reporting his acquittal on organization and bribery charges, while co-defendant Rıza Akpolat received over 20 years in prison. The decision was covered extensively from early afternoon, with pro-government sources emphasizing the corruption convictions and opposition outlets noting the acquittal. Concurrently, the 'Terror-Free Türkiye' board held its first meeting, establishing four subcommittees, including one on disarmament, with reports suggesting Abdullah Öcalan may be assigned to it. Other developments included a US 'economic operation' against Iran, a fatal wildfire in Kayseri, and the continuation of the Kuriş investigation with new vehicle seizures.