Turkish media on July 26 maintained a high focus on the persistent heatwave and escalating forest fires, with new outbreaks and reports of record temperatures, including Silopi breaking a historical high on the previous day. Concurrently, a significant domestic development unfolded with news of prisoner releases from İmralı, including associates of Öcalan, sparking renewed political commentary regarding the “solution process” and reactions from various political figures. In the afternoon, the political landscape further evolved with the official opening of Ekrem İmamoğlu’s candidacy office. Foreign policy discussions also gained momentum throughout the day, particularly with reports of US-mediated talks between Syria and Israel. By evening, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan confirmed Turkey’s active diplomatic engagement, advocating for a leaders’ summit between Russia and Ukraine to be held in Istanbul.