May 1 Labor and Solidarity Day was celebrated with colorful images and a festive atmosphere all over the country.

The celebrations in Diyarbakır were held in front of the town hall. While the workers danced halay accompanied by drums and flutes in the celebration program, the May 1 enthusiasm in the city passed in a festive atmosphere.

In the programs held in Kayseri, hundreds of workers experienced the joy of the holiday by dancing halay accompanied by drums and pipes.

In Kars, workers chanted “Long live May 1” slogans and danced halay accompanied by drums and pipes, while local artists sang folk songs.

Starting in front of the Historical Congress Building in Ardahan, the workers walked to the PTT junction and danced halay accompanied by music.

Speaking at the celebration in Gökdere Square in Bursa, HAK-İŞ Chairman Mahmut Arslan brought up the solution of the problems of seasonal, temporary and campaign workers and the problems of absolute job security.

In Adana, non-governmental organizations marched from Cevat Yurdakul Street to Uğur Mumcu Square. Workers had fun with drums and pipes throughout the march, creating colorful images.

The address of the May 1 events in Kadıköy, Istanbul was Rıhtım Square. The measures taken to ensure the celebrations were peaceful and safe continued throughout the day. The Confederation of Revolutionary Trade Unions of Turkey (DİSK), the Confederation of Public Employees’ Unions (KESK), the Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects (TMMOB) and the Turkish Medical Association (TTB) marched and shouted slogans such as “Murderer Israel, get out of Palestine”, “Murderer Israel, get out of the Middle East” and “We will win by resisting”. In Saraçhane, the Nakliyatİş Union affiliated with DİSK gathered around Bozdoğan Kemeri. The halay dance was performed accompanied by drums and pipes.

UNIONS ARE IN TAKSIM
Some union members went to Taksim Square for May 1 Labor and Solidarity Day. With permission, DİSK, HAK-İŞ, HÜRİŞ, TÜRK-İŞ, United Public – Labor Confederation, Civil Servants Confederation, Hak-Sen, Sahim-Sen, Independent Public Unions and Transport Workers’ Union laid wreaths at the Republic Monument in Taksim Square.

Türkiye’s REAL HEROES

Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum: While 11 cities are rising from the ashes, there is the sweat of our worker brothers in every nest.

Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş: Everyone who turns their labor into value and their production into abundance is the architect of the Turkish Century.

Minister of Labor and Social Security Vedat Işıkhan: Türkiye’s real heroes are workers, civil servants and all our laboring brothers. ANKARA

NO PASSAGE TO PROVOCATORS
Those who wanted to cause chaos on May 1 attacked the police. Marginal groups in Mecidiyeköy Square in Istanbul were neutralized by the cold-blooded intervention of the police. 575 people were detained.

Mustafa KAYA-Hüseyin KAÇAR- Ceyhan TORLAK-Yunus Emre KAVAKAli ALTUNTAŞ- Emir SOMER-Özgür ÖZDEMİR-Batuhan ALTINBAŞ-Faruk KÜÇÜK- Leyla YILDIZ-Barış SAVAŞ-Volkan KARABAĞ- Şenol BOZKURTHasan ÇAKMAK-Muhammed UZUN- Ziya RAMOĞLU-Barış LIGHTNING/MORNING

Bilal Erdoğan, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Ibn Haldun University, visited Malaysia to hold training sessions and strategic contacts. Bilal Erdoğan, President of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), Prof. Dr. His visit to Malaysia, accompanied by Erol Özvar, started with the “Leadership Summit 2026” program held in Kuala Lumpur. Bilal Erdoğan, who met with Malaysian Prime Minister Enver İbrahim within the scope of the visit, exchanged ideas on strengthening the friendly ties between Türkiye and Malaysia. Bilal Erdoğan, who attended the Malaysia-Türkiye Education Forum and made important statements, defined the position of the two countries in the global system as a “resistance partnership”.

TWO DETERMINED STANCE
Bilal Erdoğan said, “Turkey and Malaysia are two great resistance partners struggling to survive by preserving their own identity in an age when global winds blow hard. We are the name of two determined stances that put their roots deeper into the soil of civilization and say ‘We are here too’ with their own local and national means.” During his meeting with Malaysian students, Erdoğan touched upon Türkiye’s technological breakthrough in the defense industry and reminded the balance between technical power and moral values. Emphasizing that technological development alone is not enough, Erdoğan said, “We have good machines, but we must understand very well the fine line between ‘good technique’ and ‘virtuous person’. Today, Israel’s possession of very good weapons does not make them virtuous, on the contrary, it makes them guilty of genocide. Raising virtuous people is as vital as having good techniques.” The visit ended with the determination to shape the educational vision between the two countries in the light of civilizational values.

Bilal Erdoğan, President of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), Prof. Dr. His visit to Malaysia, accompanied by Erol Özvar, started with the “Leadership Summit 2026” program held in Kuala Lumpur.

At the summit, which had a global impact, critical issues such as the unity and solidarity of the Muslim world, especially in times of geopolitical crisis, were discussed.

Bilal Erdoğan, who met with Malaysian Prime Minister Enver İbrahim within the scope of the visit, exchanged ideas on strengthening the friendly ties between Türkiye and Malaysia.

The talks focused on issues such as not only maintaining the political and commercial dimension of relations between the two countries, but also developing common thought platforms in the field of education and increasing academic collaborations.

MALAYSIA-Türkiye EDUCATION FORUM

Bilal Erdoğan, who attended the Malaysia-Türkiye Education Forum and made important statements, defined the position of the two countries in the global system as a “resistance partnership”.

Drawing attention to the effect of modernization that separates people from their roots, Bilal Erdoğan said, “Turkey and Malaysia are two great resistance partners struggling to survive by preserving their own identity in an age when global winds blow hard. We are the name of two determined stances that put their roots deeper into the soil of civilization and say ‘We are here too’ with their own local and national means.” he said.

Stating that this determination has been proven by concrete steps taken in the academic, bureaucratic, commercial and defense industry fields, Bilal Erdoğan expressed his satisfaction with the mutual inclusion of Turkish and Malaysian young people in educational networks.

In his meeting with Malaysian students, Bilal Erdoğan touched upon Türkiye’s technological breakthrough in the defense industry and reminded the balance between technical power and moral values.

Emphasizing that technological development alone is not enough, Erdoğan said, “We have good machines, but we must understand very well the fine line between ‘good technique’ and ‘virtuous person’. Today, Israel’s possession of very good weapons does not make them virtuous, on the contrary, it makes them guilty of genocide. Raising virtuous people is as vital as having good techniques.” he said.

The visit ended with the determination to shape the educational vision between the two countries in the light of civilizational values.

In the statement made by KADEM, the following statements were made:

The sexual harassment case against a child in Görele, filed against former CHP Görele Mayor Hasbi Dede, turned into a much more serious situation after the victim child lost his life. The perpetrator was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison for the crime of “sexual harassment against a child by taking advantage of the convenience provided by electronic communication tools”, and no reduction or postponement of the announcement of the sentence was applied.

“A MORE EFFECTIVE JUSTICE MECHANISM…”

This process has once again demonstrated the vital importance of protecting children against attacks targeting children in the digital environment. The steps taken in this direction continue to grow stronger; It is mandatory for the establishment of a more effective justice mechanism that protects children’s right to life and safety.

WHAT HAPPENED?

CHP member Hasbi Dede, who was suspended from his post as Mayor of Görele in Giresun and tried for the crime of ‘sexual harassment against a child by taking advantage of the convenience provided by electronic communication devices’ against high school student Tuana Elif Torun (16), was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison.

Hasbi Dede’s sickening messages with women have been revealed: Disgraceful correspondence with sexual purposes…

Harasser president sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison

Hasbi Dede’s sickening messages with women have been revealed: Disgraceful correspondence with sexual purposes…

BREAKING NEWS I He was on trial for harassment: A decision was made about CHP’s Hasbi Dede!

The brazenness of the abusive Hasbi Dede and his family made us say give up: They insulted and spat on Tuana, who lost her life.

Critical process in the harassment case in Görele: The court requested an opinion, the third hearing is on April 30

Abusive President Dede was expelled

BREAKING NEWS | CHP’s ‘expulsion’ decision for Hasbi Dede after months!

Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş, in his statement in Belgium, emphasized that the bond established with citizens at home and abroad is a strength, and said that he is a part of this bond and that they will continue to meet with citizens. Minister Göktaş, in his speech at the “Common Heritage Meetings from Anatolia to Europe” program organized by the Union of International Democrats (UID) in Gent, stated that the relations between Turkey and Belgium have developed on the basis of historical friendship and multidimensional cooperation. Pointing out that one of the strongest supporting elements of these ties is the Turkish community in Belgium, Göktaş said that 62 years of experience has turned into a strong representation and success story today.

Göktaş emphasized that the Turkish community, which has reached four generations in Belgium, plays an active role in a wide range of areas, from economic life to politics, from education to civil society, and stated that thousands of entrepreneurs both add value to the country they live in and act as a bridge between Türkiye and Europe.

Underlining that the success of young people in education is critical for the future of society, Göktaş drew attention to the importance of preserving the balance of identity, language and belonging. Minister Göktaş emphasized that they act with an understanding that puts the family at the center of social policies. Reminding that services for citizens living abroad have been expanded with digital opportunities and that access to public services has been facilitated thanks to e-consulate and e-Government applications, Göktaş stated that steps to strengthen the democratic participation of citizens abroad are continuing. Pointing out that Türkiye’s citizen-oriented approach is not limited to borders, Göktaş said that they act with the understanding that “No matter where our citizens are, they should feel the support of the Republic of Turkey.” Göktaş underlined that the Turkish community in Belgium is not just a diaspora, but a strong structure that carries Türkiye’s values ​​and knowledge to Europe.

Touching on the evaluations made in recent days in his speech, Göktaş continued his words as follows:

“What can’t you take away from this society, our expatriates, these patriotic people, who were separated from the heart of Anatolia 62 years ago? Why does it bother you so much that they are devoted to their homeland and nation? As the grandson of an expatriate family, he ran a market here, worked in a market, worked as a tradesman, also studied here, completed his education, founded the first Turkish student association in Belgium and became Europe’s first headscarf deputy, and was in the municipal council for two terms.” They are asking someone who was a Member of Parliament for two terms and then served as an ambassador representing our country in Algeria, with the appreciation of our President (Recep Tayyip Erdoğan).

Our esteemed President has always looked after his citizens. I know very well what the people who carry out these polemics are worried about. They are disturbed, they are disturbed by our citizens’ support for our President. We know your problem. They are disturbed by the success story of our expatriate brothers living abroad. A story is being written here, brothers. Come and see it with your own eyes, maybe you will be ashamed. “I still invite you to meet with our citizens here.”

Göktaş stated that the social policies that Türkiye has implemented in recent years directly contribute to the lives of citizens, and noted that practices that strengthen the family are continued with determination.

Pointing to the “Strong Türkiye, Strong Diaspora” vision put forward by President Erdoğan, Göktaş said that they are proud of the success of the Turkish diaspora in different fields.

Emphasizing that Türkiye will continue its contact with its citizens both at home and abroad, Göktaş said, “We will continue to stand by our citizens wherever they are, listen to their troubles and provide support.” he said.

The 60-kilometer metro promise promised by CHP’s Mansur Yavaş before the election did not pass the “animation” stage in the 7th year of his term. In the background of the good news of “4 new lines” served by ABB, it turned out that neither the financing nor the investment program approval of the projects was complete.

PROMISES ARE IN THE VIDEO, RAILS ARE ON PAPER

Ankara Metropolitan Municipality (ABB) announced that the tender process for 4 new metro lines with a total length of 44 kilometers has started with its latest promotional video. However, the technical data obtained confirmed that most of these lines are still at the “dream” stage. It was understood that the Yavaş administration, which could not add even a single centimeter of metro line to Ankara during the 7 years it was in office, could not concretize the projects even in the financing phase, let alone the tender phase.

BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE GOOD NEWS: NO FINANCING, INVESTMENT PROGRAM UNCERTAIN

The 4 new line projects that the municipal government presented to the public by saying “the tender process is starting” indicate a major deadlock when compared to technical and financial realities. It has been revealed that huge projects of approximately 28 kilometers, especially the M5 Kızılay-Dikmen and M6 Çayyolu-Sincan Connection Line, have not even been included in the official investment program of the state yet. The “approved investment program” and “ready financing” criteria, which are the most basic conditions required for a project to be tendered, have not yet been met for these lines.

Although the municipality stated that its search for resources continues, the fact that there is not a single external loan currently provided weakens the possibility of the projects being implemented in the near future. On the other hand, only 2026 is indicated for the M2 Koru-Yaşamkent-Bağlıca extension, which is the only line included in the investment program. However, the fact that there is a “foreign loan” requirement for this line and the fact that a concrete financing approval has not yet been received proves that the good news given cannot go beyond a “declaration of intent” to console the people of the Capital. In short; There is neither a budget nor a legal basis for approval behind the magnificent subway videos presented to the people of Ankara.

TECHNICAL APPROVAL DOES NOT MEAN “TENDERING STARTS”

The fact that its slow management presents the “technical approvals” of the Ministry of Transport, which every municipality routinely receives, as a finalized investment is interpreted as “perception management”. Experts say technical approval is only a preliminary stage; It reminds us that it is not legally and financially possible to tender projects that do not have financing and are not included in the investment program.

SILENCE PREVAILS ON THE DİKİMEVİ-NATOYOLU LINE

The situation is no different for the 7.43 kilometer Dikimevi-Natoyolu line, the foundations of which were laid with large advertising campaigns. Despite the passage of time, no concrete progress has been made in the project, which had a loan 3 years ago and whose tender was completed last year. The fact that the project, which was presented with the promise of “transportation to the east of Ankara”, is at a standstill increases criticism of the municipality’s enforcement capacity.

THERE IS ANIMATION FOR 7 YEARS, NO METRO

Ankara Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mansur Yavaş’s metro report card is heavy not only with lines that could not be built, but also with promises that were not kept. Yavaş, who gave good news to the people of the capital by saying “I will complete the Mamak metro during my term of office” before the 2019 elections, promised that the project would be accelerated at the parliamentary meeting in 2020, but no concrete progress had been made on the Dikimevi-Natoyolu line in the past 7 years.

Not only the underground lines, but also the monorail systems promised for university campuses such as METU, Bilkent and Hacettepe, and the light rail system projects promised to non-metro areas were virtually shelved. What remains from the 60 kilometer huge set of promises; While stations with leaking ceilings, escalators that cannot be repaired for months and trains that frequently break down remain, Ankara residents now expect to see real work on the rails instead of animation videos.

Mansur Yavaş, who took office with the promise of 60 kilometers, failed in the rail system moves that would move the capital’s transportation forward in the past 7 years. While the people of Ankara are entertained with animation videos and “we are looking for a loan” statements that are renewed every year, the city’s traffic problem continues to become chronic day by day.