Nationalist Movement Party Chairman Devlet Bahçeli gave important messages about the agenda at his party’s group meeting in the Turkish Grand National Assembly. Bahçeli explained the current situation in the war waged by the USA and Israel against Iran with regime change plans and made a meaningful call to the USA:

During the month of Ramadan, Türkiye was surrounded by the weight of war. The Zionist, imperialist murder network did not say Ramadan, did not say Eid, and tried every violent way to turn our holy days into prisons and poison them. Israel has turned into a device of death that is blind, drinks blood, takes lives, and attacks anyone it comes across. Neighboring geographies are left in dust due to the disproportionate, unfair and unjustified attacks carried out by the USA and Israel in coordination against Iran. Targeting Iran’s religious leaders and prominent figures in state and political life with pinpoint operations not only expands the hostility but also deepens the conflicts and confrontations that will last for many years. Since February 28, it has become clear that the Islamic Republic of Iran is not an easy prey. The Iranian people, united as one heart and united around the regime and state administration, have literally built a wall of flesh against the attacks. The real regime change, the real change of management should happen in Israel. This should be the first agenda of the US President. It is a great danger for Israel to penetrate the US administration system and direct its decision-making and control bodies in one way or another, and it is a direct insult to the American people.

MOSJID-I-AQSA CANNOT BE THE ZIONIST’S TOY

Eid prayer has not been performed in Masjid al-Aqsa, our first qibla, for 59 years. This despicable treatment has greatly disturbed and offended Muslim hearts and the Islamic world. No one can tamper with the spiritual fabric and historical status quo of Al-Aqsa Mosque. Those who attempt this cannot avoid being condemned to pay the heaviest price in both worlds. Jerusalem is Islam, Masjid al-Aqsa is Islam, it is the first pain of all of us, it is our first qibla, and it can never be tolerated as the toy of zionism.

OUR GOAL OF A TERRORIST-FREE Türkiye HAS BEEN CONFIRMED

The ongoing war on the other side of our borders has shown that no hostile power has a chance of success without dissolving a people, a nation from within. That is why it has been documented and, thank God, confirmed, that our goal of ‘Terrorism-Free Turkey’ is both a blessing from God and the wise wisdom of the magnificent and effective will of the beloved Turkish nation in the pillars of history, culture and sovereignty. The goal of a terrorism-free Türkiye is a historical opportunity. We are on our way, hopefully we will arrive. We set a goal, we will achieve it.

WE WILL CRUSH ANYONE WHO COME INTO OUR STATE

We will not abandon our national unity and the honor of our heart and cultural geographies to colonial calculations, Zionist plans, or the initiative of the dominant powers. Wars will not end unless oil, gas, water, and land to share runs out. It seems that the tears will not stop unless these resources are exhausted. We will not tolerate any threats. We will not compromise our rights, we will crush anyone who stands against our faith, our will and our chastity that comes from being a state.

WE ARE STRUGGLE FOR PEACE

The implementers of Turkish foreign policy are careful and serious in their duties, respectful and prepared in their contacts, brave and kind in their words, mature and constructive in their thoughts, and persistent and level-headed in their actions. Our President’s diplomatic contacts continue uninterruptedly. While our Minister of Foreign Affairs explains Türkiye’s messages, sensitivities and the level of policy followed to his interlocutors in a very balanced and conscious manner, he actively strives for the atmosphere of peace and reconciliation to emerge. The international community should also stop watching the hot war environment from the stands. Every country should be inspired by the “dignified, principled and courageous” attitude of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

Football player Metehan Baltacı and his lawyer were present at the hearing held today at the 3rd Criminal Court of First Instance of Istanbul Courthouse. Before the hearing, Galatasaray managers Metin Öztürk, Abdullah Kavukcu, Eray Yazgan and Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk also came to the hearing to support Baltacı.

‘I WAS NOT IN CONTACT WITH ANYONE FROM THE TEAM ON THAT DATE’

In his defense, Metehan Baltacı said, “I do not accept the crime charged against me. I was in the U19 team on the two dates of action mentioned in the indictment, that is, I was in the under-19 team squad. I was not in the A team. I had a betting membership on the legal site on March 19, 2021 and April 17, 2021. I bet on these two matches. Those in the U19 team are not in the same area as those in the A team. I was also removed from the team on that date. “I was not in contact with anyone. Since I was not in the A squad, I had no contact with the players in the Galatasaray-Rizespor match and Göztepe-Galatasaray match. I did not win any money from the bet in question. The bet I placed was a goal bet.”

Continuing his defense, Baltacı added: I took part in the A team of Galatasaray Sports Club in the 2023-2024 season. I played my first official match this season. As far as I know, I was not a member of illegal betting sites. I did not place any bets after I joined the A team. I never bet on matches I played myself. As can be seen from the messages in the friend group, I did not make a match-fixing agreement with anyone. There is no coupon mentioned in the messages. “There is no money coming into my account,” he said.

‘I DO NOT ACCEPT THE FRAUD ACCUSE’

Baltacı said, “I do not accept the charge of fraud. I did not know that betting was a crime. I did not deceive anyone with any fraudulent act. I have been interested in football since the age of 12. I have been working hard for years. I am very sorry to be in this situation and I do not accept it. I received a deprivation of rights penalty from TFF. I have been detained for 4 months. I demand my release and acquittal.”

An indictment was prepared against football player Metehan Baltacı, who was arrested on December 9, 2025, within the scope of the ‘betting on football’ investigation carried out by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office. In the indictment, it was requested that Baltacı be sentenced to imprisonment from 4 to 13 years for ‘Fraud’ and ‘Fixing and incentive bonus’ crimes.

REQUEST FOR EVACUATION

The prosecutor requested Baltacı’s release. The hearing was adjourned.

Minister of Internal Affairs Mustafa Çiftçi received a comprehensive briefing on the work carried out by the General Directorate of Legal Services of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. At the meeting, detailed information about the duties, powers and functioning of the General Directorate of Legal Services was shared, while the activities carried out by the departments affiliated to the General Directorate were also discussed. In addition, comprehensive evaluations were made about the prosecution services regarding the cases to which the Ministry is a party within the scope of the Decree Law No. 659 and the transactions carried out within this framework.

STUDIES FOR THE LEGAL PROVISION OF PUBLIC SERVICES

During the briefing, processes related to legislative studies concerning the Ministry and its affiliated organizations were also discussed in detail. At the meeting, the effectiveness of the legal consultancy services provided to the administration, measures to prevent disputes, and efforts to ensure the legal, effective and rapid execution of public services were evaluated.

DEPUTY MINISTER AND HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS PARTICIPATED

Deputy Minister Bülent Turan, General Director of Legal Services and department heads attended the meeting.

MESSAGE OF DETERMINATION

It was emphasized that the Ministry of Internal Affairs continues to resolutely strengthen the effectiveness and institutional capacity of public services by basing all its work and transactions on the principle of the rule of law.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan addressed the nation after the Cabinet Meeting at the Presidential Complex. Congratulating the nation and the entire Islamic world on the past Eid al-Fitr, Erdoğan stated that they are trying to understand Ramadan Sharif in accordance with its meaning and spirit this year, as every year.

Explaining that they take care to experience the feelings of kindness, sharing and cooperation at the highest level throughout Ramadan, Erdoğan said:

“Despite those who tried to cast a shadow on our Ramadan joy, we, as 86 million, felt in our hearts the warmth of being a cure for each other’s problems, of being friends, brothers, neighbors and companions. We met around the same table with a wide range of citizens, from our youth to our educators, from our police forces to representatives of community foundations, from our workers to our martyrs’ relatives.”

Important statements from President Erdoğan after the Cabinet Meeting!

“RAMADAN PROGRAM IN THE COMPLEX FOLLOWS A VERY IMPORTANT NEED IN ANKARA”

President Erdoğan stated that the “Ramadan in the Complex” program, which they organized for the second time this year, attracted great interest from the public and said, “592 thousand citizens, most of them children and young people, visited our Complex on this occasion. Especially our children experienced the joy of Ramadan to their fullest, had fun and learned in the 12 thousand square meter area prepared for them. More than 8 thousand events were organized, including conferences, concerts, interviews and autograph sessions.” “We were pleased to observe that the ‘Ramadan in the Social Complex’ program meets a very important need in Ankara.” he said.

Emphasizing that the “Ramadan in the Heart of Education” program, which is targeted by circles at war with the nation and its values, similarly contributes to experiencing Ramadan in a very different atmosphere in schools, Erdoğan said:

“We were very happy to see the Ramadan enthusiasm of our children who filled the school gardens with joy. We witnessed once again in Ramadan that no matter what anyone says, we are like flesh and nails as a nation. 86 million of us are one, we are together; we are brothers from eternity to eternity. Hopefully, as long as we live in these lands, we will continue to be one heart, one wrist, like a clenched fist. From here, we celebrate Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr with brotherhood, love and “I would like to thank all my citizens who mobilize solidarity, all our teachers who instill our national and spiritual values in our students with the events they organize, our foundations, associations and philanthropists who lend a hand to the oppressed and victimized in our country as well as the oppressed and victimized in the world, and our police forces who ensure that our citizens travel safely during the holiday. My prayer to God is that he will bring us to those happy days when gunshots are not heard in our region, the noise of bombs and missiles is replaced by children’s screams of joy, and holidays are experienced like holidays.”

Important statements from President Erdoğan!

“WE ARE DOING WHAT IS NECESSARY ABOUT THE SCREASONS WHO PLAY WITH NERVE ENDINGS USING NEVRUZ AS AN EXCUSE”

Pointing out that the crash of the helicopter, which was carrying out training activities within the Qatar-Turkish Combined Joint Force Command on the third day of the Eid, broke everyone’s heart, President Erdoğan said, “Seven personnel, 4 of whom were Qataris, were martyred due to the crash of the helicopter. Air Defense Major Sinan Taştekin, ASELSAN technicians Süleyman Cemre Kahraman and İsmail Enes Can, and members of the Qatar Armed Forces, who were martyred in the accident. I pray for God’s mercy. I share the pain of our Qatari brothers and express my condolences to the grieving families, relatives and friends of our martyrs. May God rest the souls of our martyrs and rest them in peace.” he said.

Reminding that Nevruz Day, the herald of spring and the symbol of the resurrection of nature, falls on the second day of Ramadan Feast this year, President Erdoğan said:

“Nevruz has been celebrated in a festive atmosphere by brotherly peoples in many places from Anatolia to the Caucasus, from Central Asia to the Middle East, for centuries. Although there were unpleasant events that did not suit the spirit of Nevruz in previous years, we have seen that these incidents have decreased significantly in the last two years with the influence of our Terror-Free Turkey process. We are also doing what is necessary against the scoundrels who play with the nerve endings of our nation by using Nevruz as an excuse, as in Diyarbakır and Istanbul. We will not allow any provocation that casts a shadow on the values represented by Nevruz. Such provocations, which aim to undermine our Terrorism-Free Turkey process, whose strategic importance is better understood these days, will not be strong enough to divert Türkiye from this auspicious path. Despite the various obstacles we face, we will carry out the process that we have been carrying out with great common sense for 17 months. Our path may be uphill, but the future is clear for our country. “His horizon is clear, and with God’s permission, his future is bright.”

“WE WILL CONTINUE TO GROW THE UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE OF LOVE, PEACE AND BROTHERHOOD IN OUR REGION”

“Just as our Terror-free Türkiye process disrupts a half-century-old bloody game, our Terror-Free Zone ideal hinders the plans of those who want to build walls of discord between Turks, Kurds, Arabs and Persians.” President Erdoğan continued his speech with the following words:

“We first saw this in the developments in the north of Syria; lastly, we saw this in the dirty plan aimed at Iran. Just looking at these two regional developments is enough to understand the accuracy and strategic value of the vision we put forward 1.5 years ago. As our unity and solidarity grow stronger, as our brotherhood strengthens, as the era of weapons and violence comes to an end, I say this especially, as we always say, the winner will be our country, our nation, the brotherly peoples in our region. No citizen should doubt this. Look, we have thousands of people in this geography.” “We have been living together for years. As the ancient inhabitants of the region, our sadness and joy are always the same. Today, our hearts beat together and our tears flow together. We will not surrender to the language of violence, hatred and hatred; we will continue to glorify the universal language of love, peace and brotherhood in our region.”

Erdoğan said, “I hope that Nevruz, which we unfortunately spent under the shadow of wars, will bring peace, serenity and abundance to the people of the region, especially our nation. I congratulate our nation on Nevruz Feast once again and hope that this meaningful day will strengthen the bonds of love between us.” he said.

“WE HAVE LEAVED A VERY BUSY TWO WEEKS BEHIND”

Stating that they, as the cabinet, continued their work throughout Ramadan and the holiday without slowing down, President Erdoğan said that they left behind another two very busy weeks in terms of both meeting and embracing the public and foreign political contacts.

Stating that they hosted United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the Presidential Complex on March 12 and presented him with the Atatürk International Peace Prize, Erdoğan thanked Guterres, who has demonstrated a principled and consistent attitude against humanitarian crises, especially the genocide in Gaza, from the very beginning.

Reminding that the foundations of the first phase of Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine were laid on March 13 and that they officially opened the 16 service buildings completed, Erdoğan said that they participated in the iftar program organized by the National Will Platform on the same evening.

Stating that they shared the same iftar table with healthcare workers on March 14, when the Medicine Day was celebrated, Erdoğan said, “On March 16, when we realized the Night of Power, which is better than a thousand months, we participated in the grand final of the Quran recitation competition and breathed the same spiritual air with our teachers and hafizes. I congratulate my brothers, the nightingale of the Quran, who give relief to our hearts with their recitations, and complete this beautiful program.” “On behalf of myself and my nation, I would like to thank our TRT family and the Presidency of Religious Affairs, who have successfully brought it to the screens for 10 years.” he said.

Noting that they opened the Hacı İbrahim Demir Mosque in Ankara for worship on March 17, President Erdoğan said, “We have thus brought a new mosque bearing traces of both Seljuk and Ottoman architecture to our capital, which was condemned and forced to use underground mosques for years. It was quite beautiful, thank God.” he said.

Reminding that they hosted journalists and writers in people’s homes on the same day, Erdoğan said:

“On the 111th anniversary of the March 18 Çanakkale Epic, one of the most glorious victories in our history, we met with our education family and watched the ‘Şüheda 1915’ theater play staged in our Social Complex. We came together with our citizens in Rize on the first day of Ramadan Feast. Afterwards, we held the official opening ceremony of Güneysu Tenzile Erdoğan State Hospital. Thank you to both Güneysu district and Rize. “I hope that our hospital, which adds significant value in its field, will be auspicious.”

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan made important statements after the Cabinet Meeting. APP, which has been on the agenda frequently lately, gave messages about license plates and fluctuating oil prices due to the war.

“WE INSTRUCTED OUR MINISTRY OF INTERIOR”

Stating that they thoroughly evaluated many issues from traffic safety to energy, from regional developments to foreign policy, at the Cabinet Meeting, President Erdoğan said, “We have instructed our Ministry of Internal Affairs to manage the implementation process regarding license plate, image and sound systems, which has caused complaints from vehicle owners in recent days, without causing new grievances to our citizens.”

“WE ARE TAKING DIFFERENT MEASURES INTO ACTION”

Stating that they are closely following the fluctuations in the markets caused by the war in Iran, President Erdoğan said, “This global shock, which suddenly increases oil prices, undoubtedly has repercussions on the Turkish economy. We are taking different measures, such as Ecel Mobil, to protect our citizens from this process that negatively affects the whole world.”