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BREAKING NEWS | New ‘tender’ operation at Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality: 12 suspects, for whom a detention order was issued, were caught!
Breaking news… Police of the Financial Crimes Department, affiliated with the Istanbul Police Department; It was determined that there were irregularities in some works and transactions regarding six tenders carried out by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) Road Maintenance and Infrastructure Coordination Department, European Side Road Maintenance and Repair Branch Directorate and the Information Technology Department Electronic Systems Directorate.
According to allegations; It was determined from the Expert Report that the tender officials and the companies that won some tenders for 2021 and 2023 were responsible for the irregularities in question.
In simultaneous operations carried out in Kırklareli and Trabzon, centered in Istanbul, 12 suspects were caught and detained and brought to the Istanbul Provincial Police Department.
During the operation, Head of Department Ayhan Taş, European Side Road Maintenance and Repair Branch Manager Murat Er, technician Erkan Kavlak, Erkan Koç who prepared the technical specification, Electronic Systems Manager Hakan Çakır, İbrahim Yaşaroğlu who prepared the technical specification, engineer Menderes Çakmak, Muhammet Sertaç Kazıcı who prepared the technical specification, Niyazi Baştürk, Zeynep Düşmez, İsmail Kurtuluş and İhsan Sabri who prepared the technical specification. Kurtuluş was taken into custody. It was learned that Levent Ilgın was abroad.
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Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly Kurtulmuş in Baku: “Global developments provide opportunities for the Turkish world”
Stating that there are all kinds of opportunities for the strengthening of the Turkish world and that these should be evaluated with common sense, common projects and joint studies, Kurtulmuş said, “TURKPA, the parliamentary assembly of the Organization of Turkic States, has come a long way. It has now become a parliamentary assembly that is mentioned in the international community. We will take this to better levels with even greater effort. We will ensure that the Turkish states that have not yet become members become members of TURKPA, this “We will continue with this agenda by further strengthening the relations between us.” he said.
Pointing out the importance of the relationship between parliaments in bilateral relations, Kurtulmuş expressed the increasing importance of parliamentary diplomacy, especially in recent times.
Stating that parliaments reflect the will of the people in addition to the political will of the governments, Kurtulmuş stated that the strengthening of TURKPA in this sense will also reveal the will of the people in the Turkish states.
Chairman of the Turkey-Azerbaijan Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group and AK Party Istanbul Deputy Şamil Ayrım, Turkish Grand National Assembly Clerk Member and İYİ Party Çanakkale Deputy Rıdvan Uz, AK Party Nevşehir Deputy Emre Çalışkan, MHP Kütahya Deputy Ahmet Erbaş and Turkey’s Baku Ambassador Birol Akgün were also present during the visit.
During Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin’s reception with the Russian Federation’s Ambassador to Ankara, Vershinin, cooperation between Türkiye and Russia in the field of education was discussed.
During the meeting, it was emphasized that the signing of the ‘Cooperation Agreement in the Field of Education’, which is currently being negotiated between the two countries, is important for further strengthening the educational relations between Turkey and Russia, and views were exchanged on common areas of work that could be implemented.
THE ISSUE OF DEVELOPING COOPERATION WITH EGYPT IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATION WAS DISCUSSED
During Minister Tekin’s reception with Badawi, the Ankara Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, the issues of developing cooperation between the two countries in the field of education and strengthening direct contacts between educational institutions were discussed. During the meeting, it was stated that the steps that could be taken in this context would contribute to the further development of cooperation in the field of education between the two countries, and it was emphasized that the deep-rooted bonds of friendship and brotherhood were positively reflected in the cooperation in the field of education. The meeting also touched upon the importance of strengthening educational contents that reflect the common historical and cultural heritage of the two countries. In this context, views were exchanged on supporting the positive perception of the two countries in teaching materials, encouraging content that will reinforce mutual understanding and friendship, and developing cooperation in the field of education in a way that will contribute to strengthening the ties between societies.
While Minister Tekin stated that they attach great importance to the development of cooperation between Turkey and Egypt in the field of education, Ambassador Badawi expressed his satisfaction with the contribution of the historical and cultural ties between the two countries to further strengthening relations in the field of education.
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Bribery tapes of CHP’s Adalar Mayor Ali Ercan Akpolat were revealed: Let him come, I will talk like a monster – Gallery
In the investigation carried out by the Istanbul Anatolian Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office, the bribery tapes of Adalar Mayor Ali Ercan Akpolat were revealed. In the file, the conversations between the municipal administration, deputy mayors, some municipal staff, business followers, property owners and operators revealed the size of the bribery wheel. Akpolat’s conversation with Deputy Mayor Hüseyin Yılmaz for the issuance of a residence and hotel license for a luxury mansion belonging to Müge Bouillon, the CEO of a Sweden-based gaming company in Heybeliada, was deciphered. While Yılmaz said, “President, we should not go below 150 thousand Euros,” Akpolat said, “Let’s meet, I will talk like a beast, let’s not go below 100 thousand Euros.”
Entry Date: 23.06.2026 10:05
Update Date: 23.06.2026 10:07
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MHP leader Devlet Bahçeli: Turkish judiciary does not make decisions based on the Brussels report!
“THE SUPREME TURKISH JUDICIAL DOES NOT MAKE DECISIONS UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF REPORTS WRITTEN IN THE BRUSSELS HALLS”
Speaking about the 2025 Turkey Report of the European Parliament, Bahçeli said, “This report may not be binding. However, it is a document that should be carefully considered in terms of its political intent. One of the most serious parts of the report is the attempt to blockade our judicial power. The shameless, perverted and desperate language of misguidance extended to Türkiye’s judicial power cannot be interpreted within the scope of ordinary criticism. Interpreting the ongoing judicial processes with political motives and trying to direct the independent Turkish courts is a tutelage ambition. It is the desire for domination. The supreme Turkish judiciary does not make decisions under the auspices of reports written in the halls of Brussels. The Republic of Turkey cannot be brought into line by threatening, indoctrinating and taming foreign actors. Everyone will know their place and know their place. Anyone who tries to manipulate us from across the border will learn, one way or another, not to look sideways at the freedom and sovereignty of the Republic of Turkey. The statements directed against the Ülkü Ocakları, which are our joy and peace of mind, are a new form of an old hostility. This issue is not new. Yesterday, there were people in Washington who tried to file a file against the Ülkü Ocakları. Today, there are those in Brussels who included the same smear activity in their reports. Yesterday, in the US House of Representatives, the question of whether the Ülkü Ocakları was a terrorist organization or not was discussed. “There was an attempt to insert an unauthorized article requiring an investigation. On that day, our Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey also regretted this attempt and openly declared that this was a biased attempt, laced with unfounded accusations, not befitting the long-established law of alliance, and staged by anti-Turkey lobbies in Europe.”
“ÜLÜ OCAKLARI ARE WANTED TO BE PUT AT THE TARGET OF THE EUROPEAN PUBLIC”
Stating that they are aware of the efforts to criminalize Turkish nationalism and to uproot the Turkish youth by detaching them from their national and spiritual values, Bahçeli said, “The Ülkü Ocakları, which are the only home of the Turkish youth who consider loyalty to the state as a duty, who always keep the love of the flag and homeland in their hearts, and who maintain their strong stance against terrorism like Elif, are wanted to be targeted in the European public opinion. Let it be known that the Ülkü Ocakları are the ones who keep the three thousand-year-old march of the Turkish nation alive in young hearts; It is a holy school that combines wisdom with faith and courage with morality. In the Ülkü Ocakları, there is the wisdom of Hodja Ahmet Yesevi, the knowledge of Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli, and the wisdom of Dede Korkut. From Bilge Kürşat to Sultan Alparslan, to Fatih. “There are footprints of the great Turkish march from Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk to our late Chief Alparslan Türkeş. Neither yesterday’s Washington-based global evil lobbies nor today’s Brussels hostility front will be able to cover up this truth,” he said.
“WE CONSIDER THE KEEPING THE DOOR OPEN FOR NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN THE USA AND IRAN AS A POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT”
Evaluating the 14-article agreement reached between the USA and Iran, Bahçeli said, “It covers topics such as the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the lifting of the naval blockade, the dilution and disposal process of Iran’s nuclear stockpiles to be carried out under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency, frozen funds, the suspension of military operations on the fronts including Lebanon, and the determination of a timetable for the final agreement. However, the objections to this agreement in the US Congress also show that US politics has its own It has an unclear, turbulent and calculating basis even within the international world. We are carefully watching the negotiations between the USA and Iran and the start of memorandum talks hosted by Switzerland, and the talks of safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz, lifting the naval blockade and stopping the fire in Lebanon, and we consider it a positive development for the sake of the peace of humanity, and that these attacks are overshadowed by the Iranian side. “It has been seen that he gave a clear warning that the negotiations may stop if they continue,” he said.
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Fake invoice and fictitious export operation! Minister Gürlek announced: 6 companies were seized
Minister of Justice Akın Gürlek said, “Under the leadership of our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, we continue our fight against crime, smuggling, tax irregularities and qualified fraud targeting public institutions, in full coordination with the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources.” he said.
Minister Gürlek stated the following in his statement on his social media account:
Within the scope of the investigation carried out by our Istanbul Anatolian Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office; An important operation was carried out in coordination with our Istanbul Provincial Gendarmerie Command, Tax Inspection Board, MASAK, General Directorate of Customs Enforcement, EMRA and TMSF.
6 COMPANIES WERE SEIZED, TRUSTEES APPOINTED FOR 10 COMPANIES, AND JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS WERE INITIATED AGAINST 27 SUSPECTS.
Within the scope of the investigation; It has been determined that approximately 350-400 thousand tons of LPG are imported annually through a company structure operating in the fuel sector, and that the resulting SCT and VAT liabilities are attempted to be eliminated through fake invoice organization and fictitious export transactions.
ACTION WAS TAKEN IN 9 PROVINCES
In this context, a simultaneous operation was organized this morning in Istanbul, Ankara, Bursa, Kırıkkale, Kırşehir, Mardin, Konya, Hatay and Niğde provinces; A total of 6 companies were seized, trustees were appointed to 10 companies, and judicial proceedings were initiated against 27 suspects.
WE WILL HANDLE LEGAL PROCESSES WITH DETERMINATION
We will not tolerate any organized structure that targets our state’s tax security, economic order and public resources. We will trace the proceeds of crime and will take legal action with determination against structures that cause public harm through fake invoices and fictitious export mechanisms.
On this occasion, I would like to thank our Istanbul Anatolian Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office, which carried out the investigation meticulously, our Istanbul Provincial Gendarmerie Command, which carried out the operation successfully, all our institutions and public officials who took part in the process, especially the Tax Inspection Board, MASAK, General Directorate of Customs Enforcement, EPDK and TMSF.
Under the leadership of our President Mr. @RTErdogan, we are in full collaboration with the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Treasury and Finance, the Ministry of Trade and the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources in our fight against crime, smuggling, tax irregularities and qualified fraud targeting public institutions.
— Akın Gürlek (@abakingurlek) June 23, 2026
According to the statement made by the Ministry of Education, TETZ 2026, which will be held for the 7th time this year, will be held on 26-28 June with the participation of Minister Yusuf Tekin.
At TETZ 2026, many local and foreign speakers, experts, public institution representatives and industry stakeholders will come together in the fields of educational technologies, artificial intelligence, digital transformation and international collaborations.
The “Ministerial Session” to be held within the scope of the summit will bring together the education ministries of more than 20 countries.
The following topics will be discussed in the sessions:
“Developing awareness of identity, belonging and social responsibility by integrating global education technologies into educational processes in harmony with local culture, social values and needs, positioning technology as a human-centered and ethical tool that supports human development and lifelong learning, raising future generations not only with technical skills but also with values, virtues, understanding of peace and social responsibility awareness.”
TECHNOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION IN EDUCATION WILL BE CONSIDERED
At the event, technological transformation in education will be discussed in a multidimensional way with panels, panel discussions and stage speeches featuring speakers who are experts in their fields.
On the other hand, the contents to be discussed within the scope of the summit will reveal topics such as digital transformation in education, artificial intelligence applications, new generation learning models, as well as the role of technology as a bonding tool that strengthens human rights, social solidarity, intercultural interaction and global cooperation.
In addition to stands and experience areas, the summit will also include an “Open Stage” where presentations that bring technology together with people and center on dialogue and sharing will be made.
In addition, the “Interactive Learning Class”, which will be implemented within the scope of a fair for the first time in the world and where technology is used one-on-one in a real classroom environment, will offer a unique experience area for the use of educational technologies in the classroom.
Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly Kurtulmuş in Baku: “Global developments provide opportunities for the Turkish world”
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Minister Tekin received the Ambassadors of Russia and Egypt in Ankara
Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly Kurtulmuş in Baku: “Global developments provide opportunities for the Turkish world”
Özel calls Turkish opposition leader to hold intra-party election
Minister Tekin received the Ambassadors of Russia and Egypt in Ankara
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