Another important threshold has been crossed within the scope of the 500 thousand social housing project in Malatya. At the ceremony held with the participation of the Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum, a draw was held for 8 thousand 442 social housing units, the ownership of which was finalized.

Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Murat Kurum said that social housing projects will not only bring citizens to their safe homes, but will also reduce rental prices in Malatya with the increasing housing supply.

TOKİ General Manager Mustafa Levent Sungur stated that the 500 thousand social housing project announced by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is continuing rapidly, starting from the earthquake zone. Sungur stated that the residences of 8 thousand 442 citizens, whose entitlement was finalized in the center of Malatya, were determined by lottery and the delivery process started.

Malatya Governor Seddar Yavuz also emphasized that the work carried out by the state in Malatya, one of the provinces that suffered the heaviest destruction in the February 6 earthquakes, was “the largest zoning and construction mobilization in history”. Following the speeches, 8 thousand 442 beneficiaries experienced the excitement of acquiring their new homes with the draw held in the presence of a notary.

It was shared by the Directorate of Communications on its social media account.

The following statements were included in the post:

“Our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, had a telephone conversation with Uzbekistan President Şevket Mirziyoyev. The leaders discussed Turkey-Uzbekistan bilateral relations and regional and global issues. President Erdoğan stated that the relations between the two countries are deepening day by day and reminded that the new road map was determined after the High Level Strategic Cooperation Council meeting held in January. Our President stated that this momentum will be maintained with the meetings to be held during his visit to Uzbekistan at the first opportunity. Reminding that they made decisions to strengthen the Family Council at the Unofficial Summit of the Organization of Turkic States in Turkestan in May, President Erdoğan noted that they wish to take these decisions further at the Organization of Turkic States Summit to be held in Ankara on 29-30 October, and invited Mirziyoyev to the COP31 Climate Change Summit to be held in Antalya on 11-12 November. While inviting him to the summit, he also celebrated his birthday.”

Our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, had a telephone conversation with the President of Uzbekistan, Şevket Mirziyoyev.

Leaders discussed Türkiye-Uzbekistan bilateral relations and regional and global issues.

President Erdogan, every aspect of the relations between the two countries…

— TR Directorate of Communications (@iletisim) July 24, 2026

ECONOMIC SUPPORT WAS PROVIDED TO CAFER MAHİROĞLU

Continuing his statement, the secret witness said, “In another tender organized by the Service Procurement Branch Directorate of the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality Purchasing Department, the job worth 164 million 720 thousand TL was purchased by Cafer Mahiroğlu. Mahiroğlu’s company was credited to someone residing in England. Cafer Mahiroğlu and Yusuf Yadoğlu are partners. They also exchange invoices between themselves. I would like to talk about the financing and management of Halk TV; Halk TV Cafer After it was purchased by Mahiroğlu, it was aimed to be introduced to the Mayors of Antalya, Izmir, Adana and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipalities and to strengthen it economically in order to avoid economic difficulties. In line with this goal, Mahiroğlu established a partnership with Yadoğlu and started to enter into tenders, the tenders were received by Yadoğlu and distributed to Mahiroğlu.

After a certain period of time, Mahiroğlu founded the Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Company directly from a person living in England, and through this company, he directly received tenders from the municipalities in question and continued to manage his financial interests. A person named Harika Akkaya manages the entire financial side of Halk TV. It also follows the tender processes. Muhittin Böcek has detailed information about Halk TV. İsmail Saymaz, who works at Halk TV, also had news in the press about his transition to Halk TV. I heard that 1 million euros were paid for the transfer to Halk TV, and that this money was transferred from the Yeşilköy branch of a private bank. “From this situation, I think it may have been given from the account of the company named Özdemir, with which Mahiroğlu is associated,” he said.

“AYÇA AKPEK IS ŞENAY VELİ AĞBABA’S LOVER”

Continuing his statement, the secret witness claimed that Özgür Özel, Veli Ağbaba, Burhanettin Bulut, Ali Mahir Başkar and Hüseyin Can Güner met at Ulaş Karasu’s house in Ankara and said, “These people gather and talk about the money collected from the municipalities in this house. Ulaş Karasu is one of the safes of these people in terms of money. Özgür Özel’s private secretary Gülen Göksu Ercan is actually the lover of the Chairman. He has a relationship with this person. I know that the purchase, rental and interior design of Özgür Özel’s residence in Ankara İncek was organized by Veli Ağbaba. Ayça Akpek Şenay is a member of the High Disciplinary Board. She is Veli Ağbaba’s lover. I would like to talk about the financial relations of the CHP on the day of the 38th Ordinary Congress. The money distribution was made to the delegates through this person, and their hotel accommodation and pocket money were provided by this person.

Özgür Özel, who announced that he would leave the CHP after the absolute nullity decision, officially resigned from his party membership today. The petition for the establishment of the new political formation, which was established with the departure of 90 MPs acting with the Private Party from the CHP, was delivered to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. After the process, Özel updated his titles on his social media accounts and shared the logo of the new party with the public.

SLOGAN PROTEST AT THE EXIT OF FRIDAY PRAYER

After the completion of the establishment procedures, Özgür Özel and his accompanying delegation went to Hacı Bayram Veli Mosque and performed the Friday prayer there. While citizens gathered in the mosque courtyard after the prayers greeted Özel with applause, a group alleged to be Kılıçdaroğlu supporters reacted by booing. The verbal taunts that started between the two groups quickly turned into a brawl.

KICKING INTERVENTION FROM MUSTAFA SARIGÜL

During the tension, former CHP Erzincan Deputy Mustafa Sarıgül, who was in the New Party Founders’ Board, turned towards the protesting group. Sarıgül was seen kicking one of the citizens who booed Özel. With Sarıgül’s physical intervention, the conflict between the parties escalated.

In his post on NSosyal, Minister of Justice Gürlek quoted the Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum’s post regarding the drawing ceremony of social housing in Malatya and underlined that the state was mobilized with all its resources under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan after the “disaster of the century” February 6 earthquakes.

Minister Gürlek said:

“After the earthquakes that affected 11 provinces and caused great destruction, a great struggle was waged in every field, from housing to health, from education to transportation, from infrastructure to the construction of permanent houses. Despite those who tried to overshadow the power of our state and the spirit of solidarity of our nation, the state-nation joined hands against the disaster of the century and demonstrated the solidarity of the century. I wholeheartedly congratulate all our institutions and workers in the field who mobilized to revive our cities, especially our Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change.”

Disaster of the Century After the February 6 earthquakes, our state, under the leadership of our President Mr. @RTErdogan, mobilized with all its resources from the first moment.

After the earthquakes that affected 11 provinces and caused great destruction; From housing to health, from education to transportation,… https://t.co/rLYSm9iEDr

— Akın Gürlek (@abakingurlek) July 24, 2026

Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi went to Erzurum as part of a series of visits and opening programs. Minister Çiftçi, who attended the opening of the Fetih Mosque, the restoration of which started during his Governorship period, together with the Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin, expressed his satisfaction with the reopening of the mosque, popularly known as the Hagia Sophia of Erzurum, for worship.

FETİH MOSQUE HAS BEEN OPENED FOR WORSHIP AGAIN

Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi, together with Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin, attended the opening ceremony of the historical Fetih Mosque, whose restoration works were completed. The mosque, one of the important historical and spiritual symbols of Erzurum, was reopened for worship after the restoration. The mosque, which was renovated with an investment of 61 million liras, was put back into service for citizens with its reinforced structure and restored architecture.

MAARIF MODEL VISION AIMS TO RAISE THE GENERATIONS THAT WILL BUILD Türkiye’S CENTURY

Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi later attended the mass groundbreaking ceremony of the investments in Palandöken Hüseyin Avni Ulaş Secondary School, where 92 new classrooms will be added to education, and the launch of the Gastronomy High School, with the participation of Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin. In his speech at the ceremony, Minister Çiftçi said that the Turkey Century Education Model, implemented by the Ministry of National Education under the leadership of our President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, is based on a strong educational approach that combines knowledge with morality and academic success with national and spiritual values, and noted that this vision is an important educational move that aims to raise the generations that will build the Turkish Century.

Minister Çiftçi said, “When the 5 schools we laid the foundations for today are completed, 92 new classrooms will be added to our education community. 2 thousand 760 students will have safer and more qualified classroom environments. With this investment of 620 million liras, an important infrastructure will be provided for our children, our National Education Organization and our city.” he said.

“I WANT CHILDREN TO KNOW THAT THEIR ANCESTORS WERE REPRESENTATIVES OF A STATE THAT BUILT CIVILIZATION IN THE WORLD”

Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin noted that with the Turkey Century Education Model program, he wanted children to talk about the Ottoman Empire, the Seljuk Empire and the old Turkish states with pride and happiness because they are Turks, and said, “I want children to know that their ancestors are representatives of a state, a state tradition, that built civilization in the world. There are those who object, shout and call, but I am proud to be from Erzurum because I am a Turk and a Muslim. I want to serve my nation, my fellow citizens, my country.” I will continue.” he said.

“I FEEL LIKE I HAVE COME TO MY HOMETOWN”

Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi attended the opening of Palandöken Municipality National Mansion after the Ministry of National Education ceremony. Speaking at the program held at the Palandöken Municipality Millet Mansion, Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin stated that education investments in Erzurum continue without slowing down and said, “We currently have 18 schools under construction in Erzurum. There are 22 schools for which the tender process is being prepared. Only by the end of the year, the construction of approximately 40 schools will continue.” he said.

Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi stated that he experiences the same excitement every time he comes to Erzurum and said, “This is my third visit to Erzurum after I took office. I feel a different excitement every time I come. I feel like I have come to my own hometown. That’s why I would like to thank each and every one of you for your warm welcome. I hope that the neighborhood mansions will be beneficial and auspicious for our neighborhood, district and city.” he said.

MINISTER FARMER DELIVERED THE FIRST KEYS

After the speeches, Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi visited the Hüseyin Avni Ulaş and Yunus Emre Mahalle Mansions, which were opened. Minister Çiftçi stated that Hüseyin Avni Ulaş and Yunus Emre Mahalle Mansions, which were put into service at the opening, will be places that will keep the ancient neighborhood culture alive. Minister Çiftçi later met with citizens at the turnkey ceremony of Alipaşa Residences, which was completed with the groundbreaking of Habipbaba 2nd Stage, which was implemented within Erzurum Metropolitan Municipality.

Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi was accompanied by Erzurum Governor Aydın Baruş, AK Party Erzurum Deputies Selami Altınok, Abdurrahim Fırat, Fatma Öncü, Mehmet Emin Öz, MHP Erzurum Deputy Kamil Aydın, Erzurum Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mehmet Sekmen and provincial and district protocol members in the programs he attended in Erzurum.