The day's news was dominated by widespread forest fires escalating across Turkey, with flames reaching residential areas and leading to village evacuations, particularly from Sakarya spreading to Bilecik. Energy Minister Bayraktar concurrently announced a reform package to accelerate renewable energy permits, potentially linking energy policy to the environmental crisis. Political focus remained on the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB) corruption probe, with more suspects providing testimony under "effective remorse" provisions, drawing strong condemnation from President Erdoğan who criticized the municipality's alleged "octopus arms." Meanwhile, opposition leader Özgür Özel faced pro-government media criticism for allegedly seeking foreign intervention regarding Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu's situation. A notable development in the afternoon was the ban on Istanbul's Pride March, leading to detentions, including journalist Irfan Değirmenci, amplifying concerns over social freedoms. Reports of fatal accidents and violent incidents persisted nationwide.