28.01.2026 ⇢ The Day of the MGK Counter-Terrorism Intensification
⌨The morning began with editors focusing on internal security and political friction, notably a large-scale FETÖ operation across 46 provinces and CHP’s 'Millet İradesine Sahip Çıkıyor' rally in Bağcılar. Pro-government outlets like Yeni Akit continued their critique of municipal management in Istanbul and Ankara following reports of bus fires.
By early afternoon, attention shifted to international relations as media followed President Erdoğan’s phone call with U.S. President Trump regarding Syria and Gaza, while Iranian economic instability—marked by the dollar hitting record highs—became a secondary focal point.
The evening cycle was dominated by the National Security Council (MGK) meeting. Mainstream and state-aligned outlets prioritized the MGK statement, which emphasized a hard-line stance on 'terror-free Turkey' for 2026 and warned against AI-driven disinformation in Syria. This strategic outlook overshadowed domestic news, including a Fed interest rate decision and a high-profile football match between Manchester City and Galatasaray.