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x0x Turkish News for the week ending 31 May 2025

[This is a transcript of the news broadcast on 31 May 2025]

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★ According to Deutsche Welle, Turkish prosecutors have launched the fifth wave of a corruption investigation targeting the municipal administration of Istanbul and several opposition-led districts.

  Police detained Thirty people, including mayors from Gaziosmanpaşa, Avcılar, Büyükçekmece, Ceyhan, and Seyhan, as well as former CHP parliamentarian Aykut Erdoğdu and senior city officials.

  The probe centers on businessman Aziz İhsan Aktaş, who allegedly bribed officials to secure municipal contracts, and his testimony has led to expanded arrests.

  Beşiktaş Municipality is also under investigation following new allegations.

  The crackdown follows the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and raises concerns about the political targeting of the opposition ahead of the 2028 elections.


★ On May 26, in a New York Times op-ed titled "Erdoğan Might Have Finally Gone Too Far," Halil Karaveli examined the political upheaval following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, a prominent opposition leader and potential challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

  The move has ignited the largest protests Turkey has seen in a decade, with widespread disapproval—65% of the population reportedly opposing the arrest.

  While the international response remains measured due to the strategic geopolitical significance of Turkey, internal signals indicate Erdoğan may have overstepped.

  His longtime political allies, including the far-right Nationalist Movement Party, have voiced unease, exposing fractures within his coalition.

  The arrest has also unsettled financial markets and threatens delicate diplomatic efforts, such as peace negotiations with Kurdish insurgents.

  Historically, Turkey has leaned toward democratic reform in times of crisis. The op-ed argues that the country must once again embrace this path, urging Erdoğan to recognize growing domestic and international concerns and realign with democratic principles.

  The author, Halil Karaveli, is a senior fellow at the Central Asia-Caucasus Institute and Silk Road Studies Program Joint Center and the author of "Why Turkey Is Authoritarian: From Atatürk to Erdoğan."

  Click >> here << for the full article.


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  The full Newsweek article is >> here <<


★ According to Newsweek, Turkey's homegrown fifth-generation fighter jet, KAAN, is attracting global interest, with countries like Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, and Indonesia showing buying intent.

  The jet, developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI), aims to rival the U.S.-made F-35 and F-22, following Turkey's exclusion from the F-35 program in 2019 due to its purchase of Russian S-400s.

  KAAN boasts advanced combat capabilities, including air superiority, supersonic speed, internal weapons, and AI-enhanced functionality.

  It completed its maiden flight in February 2024. Saudi Arabia is considering purchasing 100 jets, while the UAE has expressed interest in developing the platform, potentially signaling a shift away from U.S. defense dependence.

  U. S. arms restrictions, particularly concerning F-35 sales, have driven Middle Eastern allies to explore alternatives, including Chinese weaponry.

  Turkey intends for KAAN to gradually replace its aging F-16 fleet beginning in the 2030s, further solidifying its role in global defense markets.


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★ According to Bianet, on May 30, Nacho Sanchez Amor, the European Parliament's Standing Rapporteur on Turkey, visited İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu at Silivri Prison.

  Following the visit, Amor addressed the political and judicial implications of the case.

  He praised mass protests against İmamoğlu's imprisonment, crediting them with preventing a government-appointed trustee from taking over İstanbul's mayorship.

  Amor described the prosecution as "completely fabricated," calling it a political maneuver to remove İmamoğlu after the ruling Justice and Development Party candidates failed to defeat him in elections.

  He stressed that judicial interference in politics remains a major obstacle to Turkey's European Union membership.

  Amor reassured that İmamoğlu was in good health and high spirits, maintaining his characteristic resilience.

  Expressing hope for Turkey's European Union future, he concluded, "And that future starts here in Silivri Prison."


★ According to Ali Yerlikaya, the Interior Minister of Turkey, more than 250,000 Syrians have returned to their homeland since the fall of the Assad regime in Syria.

  The Syrian refugee population in Turkey has been steadily decreasing, particularly as Turkish authorities encourage resettlement in opposition-held enclaves in Syria.

  Official records indicate that in 2021, there were 3.7 million registered Syrian refugees in Turkey. The number has since declined to 2.7 million.

  With nearly half a million, Istanbul hosts the biggest Syrian community in Turkey.


★ This week, Turkish courts ordered the release of two individuals from pretrial detention.

  Authorities imprisoned journalist Yıldız Tar on February 21, 2025, on charges of membership in an armed terrorist organization.

  Prosecutors cited his participation in Peoples' Democratic Congress meetings and his professional communications as evidence, alleging the Peoples' Democratic Congress serves as an urban structure of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party.

  Tar currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of Kaos GL, a Turkey-based LGBTQ+ rights organization.

  Press freedom organizations widely criticized his indictment, arguing authorities criminalize his journalism under the guise of terrorism charges.

  The other individual released was Fırat Epözdemir, a member of the Executive Board of the İstanbul Bar Association.

  Authorities placed him under judicial control.

  A prosecutor charged Epözdemir with membership in a terrorist organization and making propaganda for a terrorist organization due to his affiliation with the Peoples' Democratic Congress.

  Epözdemir asserted his detention was politically motivated.

  Concurrently, Bar Association President İbrahim Kaboğlu stated that Epözdemir's release signified the collapse of the investigation targeting the leadership of the bar.


★ On Tuesday, Turkish police took into custody 15 people from the finance company Papara, including the owner.

  Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, the Turkish Central Bank, and the Financial Crimes Investigation Board jointly launched an investigation.

  They accuse the company of illegal betting and money laundering.

  Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced that the government had seized 10 companies—including Papara—along with bank and crypto asset accounts linked to the suspects, six sea vessels, 74 vehicles, and eight residences.

  The value of the assets is approximately 127 million dollars in local currency.


★ German coffee retailer Tchibo announced it is investing €500 million over the next five years, stating that Turkey is its fastest-growing market.


★ Turkey's defense industry recorded $2.2 billion in exports in the first four months of 2025, reflecting a 67% surge from the previous year.

  Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz announced the milestone at the 18th Balkan Countries Chiefs of General Staff Conference in Istanbul, underscoring Turkey's growing presence in global defense markets.

  On the smaller side of things, according to the Straturka.com site, Turkey has emerged as a dominant player in the U.S. firearms market, with exports of Turkish-made guns reaching record levels in 2025.

  Industry experts attribute the surge to price performance, reliability, and shifting consumer preferences.

  According to reports, Turkish firearms manufacturers, particularly Canik, have gained significant traction among American buyers.

  Samsun Yurt Savunma (SYS), the manufacturer of Canik pistols, ensures their ergonomic design and competitive pricing, with models often retailing for less than $400, significantly below the cost of European competitors.

  Here are the figures starting with 2020:


★ Turkish foreign trade saw notable shifts in the first quarter of 2025, with steady export growth, while imports surged, reflecting evolving economic dynamics.

  According to official data, exports reached $86.1 billion, marking a 3.7% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

  Strong performances in the agriculture, mining, and manufacturing sectors drove the growth.

  Cement exports also saw a 1% year-on-year rise, totaling $1.4 billion.

  Meanwhile, imports climbed to $30.61 billion in March, up from $28.53 billion in February, continuing an upward trend.

  Rising demand for machinery, transport equipment, and mineral fuels fueled the increase.

  Despite the positive export growth, the Turkish trade deficit widened due to the faster pace of imports.

  Analysts suggest that domestic demand and shifts in the global supply chain contributed to the imbalance.

  Economic experts predict that Turkish trade performance will remain dynamic throughout 2025, with potential policy adjustments aimed at balancing imports and exports.


★ According to the independent news outlet Bianet, the April frost in Turkey caused over half a billion dollars of damage to agriculture.

  On May 28, a Turkish Parliamentary Research Commission convened to investigate the consequences of the frost on agriculture, assess the damages suffered by growers, and determine measures needed to minimize the impact of similar events in the future.

  TARSIM, a state-supported agricultural insurance company, reported that grapes incurred the most significant losses, accounting for over 50% of the claims.

  With nearly 60 of the total, the Aegean province of Manisa received the majority of insurance payouts.


★ Recently released statistics indicate that Turkey's smoking rate rose to 30.2% in 2024, up from 30.0% in 2023.

  The country continues to have one of the highest smoking rates globally, with an average per capita consumption of 17.1 cigarettes per day.

  Despite ongoing tobacco control efforts, smoking remains widespread, particularly among men, who account for 39.7% of smokers, compared to 20.6% among women.



ARTS AND CULTURE


★ Turkey's Iş Bank supports archeological excavation projects to make people aware of our archaeological assets and to include them in the world heritage.

  For the next five years, the bank will support archaeological excavations and research. The lands of Anatolia, home to thousands of years of history, continue to shed light on humanity's past through archaeology.

  Notable examples of this rich heritage include Laodicea and Tripolis—ancient cities in Denizli steeped in history.

  Prof. Dr. Celal Şimşek directs research in the ancient city of Laodicea, and Prof. Dr. Bahadır Duman directs research in the ancient city of Tripolis.

  Suat Sözen, Deputy General Manager of Iş Bank, said:

  "So far, we have contributed to the excavations in Zeugma in Gaziantep, Patara in Antalya, Teos in İzmir, Nysa in Aydın, Stratonikeia in Muğla and Kırşehir-Kaman. We see the richness of the contributions our country has made and will make to the world heritage every time."

  He added:

  "It is possible to see traces of the Lydians, Phrygians, Romans, and Byzantines dating back thousands of years in the ancient cities of Tripolis and Laodicea.

  "We believe that in the coming period, much new information will emerge regarding our archaeological heritage in these cities, which are silent witnesses of a deep-rooted past and host many monumental structures from theaters to agoras and columned streets."


★ Koç University's Vehbi Koç Ankara Studies Application and Research Center is hosting a comprehensive event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Atatürk Forest Farm, "A Vision Beyond Time: Atatürk Forest Farm is 100 Years Old | A Gift for the 100th Year from Kâmil and Orgun Ülkenli Archives" exhibition.

  The exhibition provides an in-depth exploration of the history of the Atatürk Forest Farm. It reveals that the farm is not only an agricultural enterprise but also a center of social and cultural transformation.

  Materials from the family archive of Dr. Zeki Kâmil Ülkenli form the basis of the exhibition. It continues the memories of Kâmil Ülkenli, who witnessed the establishment of the farm, and Orgun Ülkenli, who was born and raised on the farm.

  Atatürk Forest Farm came into being on May 5, 1925, with the participation and leadership of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. They designed it as a modern agricultural and animal husbandry center in the early years of the Republic.

  The exhibition highlights the farm's biofuel experiments, Japanese rose oil perfumery facilities in Etimesgut, and innovative agricultural practices, including the cultivation of hops and asparagus.

  With these features, the farm also was a pioneer in today's sustainability and environmentally friendly production discussions.

  However, the exhibition goes beyond presenting the farm as a functional space, highlighting it instead as a spatial and institutional embodiment of a vision for a healthy, conscious, and productive urban society.

  One of the most striking aspects of the exhibition is its emphasis on the role that the Atatürk Forest Farm played as a living space for its workers and their families. The farm was not only a production center but also a community center where its workers developed a strong sense of belonging and ownership.


★ Istanbul Research Institute of the Suna and İnan Kıraç Foundation is hosting a new exhibition centered on Arif Hikmet Koyunoğlu, one of the original architects of the early years of the Republic.

  The exhibition is "The Photography Studio of an Adventurous Architect: Arif Hikmet Koyunoğlu 1893–1982." It will begin June 19 with photographs of Koyunoğlu from the early 20th century. It invites you to witness both his multifaceted life story and the modernization process of Turkey.

  Spanning from his student days at the School of Fine Arts to his military service in Erzurum, and from his work at the Underground Photography House to his observations in cities such as Ankara, Istanbul, Bursa, Nevşehir, and Kırşehir, the exhibition compiles a rich visual archive.

  Urban views, architectural details, street scenes, and human portraits reflect the cultural memory of modern Turkey through the visionary perspective of Koyunoğlu.

  Koyunoğlu lived a life that spanned from the late Ottoman period to the young Republican era. People knew him as the architect of monumental structures such as the Turkish Hearth building and the Ethnography Museum in Ankara. However, his story is not limited to architecture.

  He worked in more than 30 professions, from muralist to transportation. He traveled to vast geographies from the Balkans to Anatolia and documented the collapse of the empire and the birth of the new regime with his camera. He is like a modern-day traveler.

  Visitors can access the photo collection of Koyunoğlu digitally at katalog.iae.org.tr.


★ UN Global Food Hero and social gastronomy chef Ebru Baybara Demir opened the Mardin Heart Kitchen as part of her social responsibility project in Mardin.

  Canan Akkoyun, wife of Mardin Governor Tuncay Akkoyun, performed the opening.

  Mardin Heart Kitchen will use its revenues to support the Heart Soup Kitchen established in İskenderun after the 2023 earthquakes and contribute to local development.

  The Heart Soup Kitchen in İskenderun has been operating in various areas for two years, providing hot meals to schools and food aid to workers harvesting citrus.

  With the support of over 4,000 local and foreign volunteers, it distributes 30 million boxes of hot meals. The soup kitchen now focuses on children with its "Setting Up the Tables of the Future" project.

  With the contributions of Mardin Heart Kitchen, the project has already reached 3,300 students in 12 schools and now aims to reach 35 schools and 15,000 students in the next academic year.

  In 2023, Chef Ebru Baybara Demir, winner of the Basque Culinary World Prize, considered the Nobel Prize of the gastronomy world, donated her prize fund to the Heart Soup Kitchen in İskenderun.

  At the grand opening of Mardin Heart Kitchen, Demir remarked, "This restaurant is more than just a business; it is a bridge of hearts, connecting Mardin to İskenderun."


★ The winners of the 44th International Pınar Children Painting Competition have been announced.

  The children drew pictures with the theme "Environmentally Friendly Life."

  Almost 3600 young painters from seven geographical regions of Turkey, Azerbaijan, and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus participated in the competition.

  Pınar organized the competition to enhance the mental development and creativity of primary and secondary school children.

  The jury selected nine primary and nine reserve students, announced the winners, and exhibited their paintings on Pınar's social media accounts.

  Yaşar Holding Deputy Chairman İdil Yiğitbaşı said, "Instilling a love of nature in children and strengthening environmental awareness is one of the most important steps for a livable future. We will continue to contribute to the development of our children with this vision in the coming years."


★ Liberty Signa, a luxury resort on the Turkish Riviera, offers a gastronomy-focused experience blending Turkey's rich culinary heritage with the natural and cultural spirit of Fethiye.

  Its restaurants seamlessly fuse local Aegean flavors with global influences: Tatre reimagines Turkish cuisine, Okeanos highlights fresh seafood, and Miyabi introduces Far Eastern subtlety.

  The resort emphasizes in-season, locally sourced ingredients, including unique Fethiye herbs, olive oil, cheese, and seafood.

  Chefs guide guests through a culinary journey spanning Anatolia, the Mediterranean, and Asia, revealing the stories behind each dish. Beyond cuisine, Liberty Signa embraces cultural heritage by supporting Üzümlü Village's "dastar," a traditional handwoven fabric, integrating it with modern designs.

  General Manager Tamer Dolanay views gastronomy as a language that connects culture, geography, and time, while Executive Chef Ömer Canbay believes each plate tells a story, bridging tradition and innovation.


★ Simurg Art Publications has released "Dance," a groundbreaking work by Nihat Özdal, marking one of Turkey's first examples of sound poetry.

  The piece treats poetry not just as a written genre but as an immersive experience where sound, body, and space converge.

  Presented in a vintage cassette box, "Dance" features two sound poems arranged by Ezgi Tekin, exploring rhythm, memory, and spatial acoustics.

  The work is also available on digital platforms.

  Inspired by the Futurist and Dadaist movements, it follows the legacy of sound poets like Henri Chopin and Kurt Schwitters, reviving the poetic power of sound.

  This special edition, limited to 50 copies - only 30 of which will be available for sale - includes a hidden book under the cover, reminiscent of old cassette lyric inserts.

  Designed for collectors and contemporary art enthusiasts, "Dance" serves as a corporeal archive against the erosion of memory.


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  ANQI and wamao cat

★ Turkish-Taiwanese artist ANQI showcased "Hiromita: Journey to the Heart's Calling" at the 5th ArtContact Istanbul Contemporary Art Fair, blending Eastern symbolism with contemporary themes.

  Inspired by the Chinese tile cat wamao statues that ward off evil, Hiromita embodies a tiger-spirited cat that restores love and connection amid the emptiness of modern life. ANQI created this character to encourage self-expression and celebrate individuality, reinforcing the beauty of diversity.

  The installation previously captivated audiences at the 11th ArtAnkara Contemporary Art Fair, integrating sculpture, painting, ritual, and interactive elements. Through features like the River of Wishes, where participants tie fabrics to nets to symbolize their aspirations, the work reflects the layered identity of Istanbul.

  Under the curation of Dr. Çağatay Olgun, Hiromita continues its journey with upcoming exhibitions at the ArtContact Istanbul Contemporary Art Fair and BFM Art Center in Suzhou, China.

  See ANQI's web pages at >> here <<


★ The solo exhibition of Nermin Er titled "Close to Me, Stranger to Me – There is Someone Wandering Inside Me" is opening to audiences at Galeri Nev Istanbul.

  The exhibition, curated with stop-motion animations and handmade models, invites viewers to explore moments when a person becomes alienated from themselves through a poetic visual narrative.

  The 10 videos prepared for the exhibition emphasize transformations and changes within repetition, created through stop-motion animation.

  The meticulously crafted handmade models that create the spaces serve not only as physical settings but also as fundamental elements, conveying the emotional and visual atmosphere of the narrative.

  Through the frame-by-frame animation of each movement, the hand-crafted objects inside these spaces are brought to life, transforming the models from simple backgrounds into dynamic scenes where traces of time, rhythm, and a silent presence resonate.

  Born in Istanbul in 1972, Turkish contemporary artist Nermin Er specializes in paper and ink, through which she delves into themes of accumulation, dispersion, and spatial dynamics.

  She completed her studies at the Department of Sculpture at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University in 1995.

  In 2020, Er received the Istanbul-Berlin Artist Residency Scholarship, allowing her to spend six months at ZKU Berlin.

  During her residency, she focused on the migration patterns of birds as a metaphor for human displacement due to environmental changes.

  Several institutional collections, such as the Mudo Collection, Polimeks, Evliyagil Museum, Ömer Koç Collection, and Baksı Museum include her works.

  The exhibition will end June 30.


★ "All Fragments of a Picture," an exhibition by Nuri Kuzucan, offering a journey where space, memory, and perception are in constant flux, is on at Galerist.

  Nuri Kuzucan (b. 1971, Zara, Turkey) is a contemporary painter whose work explores themes of urban solitude and the impact of modern cities on individuals. He studied Painting at Mimar Sinan University of Fine Arts in Istanbul and earned a Master's degree in Social Sciences from the same institution.

  The artistic practice of Kuzucan involves layering acrylic paint and using paper tape to create abstract forms that resemble masses of concrete, reflecting the isolation within urban environments.

  His works are part of public collections, including that of the Pera Museum in Istanbul, the Museum of Modern Art Istanbul, and the Vehbi Koç Foundation.

  The exhibition ends June 21.


★ The Troy Museum hosts the "Emanet/Troy" exhibition by artist Vuslat. Curated by Paolo Colombo, the show is part of the "Emanet" series of Vuslat, which explores trust, care, and responsibility—what we inherit and preserve.

  Following the exhibitions at Baksı Museum (2023) and MSGSU Tophane-i Amire (2024), "Emanet/Troy" engages directly with the archaeological site of Troy.

  The exhibition features sculptures, installations, and drawings, including ceramic bird-like forms, silver-dipped botanical pieces, chalk drawings with Bayburt pigments, chain sculptures that reflect the heritage, and kinetic mesh works echoing organic growth.

  Vuslat, a multidisciplinary artist who debuted with "Silence" in London in 2022, is currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts degree at Otis College in Los Angeles.

  Opened in 2018, the Troy Museum has artifacts from the Bronze Age through the Ottoman era in a building by architect Ömer Selçuk Baz.

  The final day of the exhibition is July 25.


★ Nestled in the Şanlıurfa province of Turkey, Kurt Tepesi (Wolf Hill) is emerging as a vital but long-overlooked site within the Stone Hills archaeological zone.

  Often overshadowed by Göbekli Tepe, this modest mound is now drawing scholarly attention for its potential to shed light on a transitional phase in early Neolithic life.

  Excavations have revealed subterranean enclosures, T-shaped pillars, and stone tools, features aligning it with other monumental sites in the region, though with distinct local characteristics.

  Preliminary findings suggest Kurt Tepesi was both a domestic settlement and ceremonial center.

  Artifacts like grinding stones, flint tools, and intricately carved pillars indicate a blending of daily life with ritual practice.

  This duality suggests early communities may have seen no divide between the sacred and the ordinary, instead embedding spiritual meaning within the fabric of everyday activities.

  Variations in pillar design, including chevron and necktie motifs, further point to a unique symbolic vocabulary.

  Kurt Tepesi's significance lies in its potential to reveal localized expressions of belief within the broader Taş Tepeler network. Strategically located and rich in cultural clues, the site offers a counterpoint to more famous neighbors, challenging the notion that civilization began in a single place.

  As new excavations unfold, Kurt Tepesi could reshape our understanding of how early humans built their worlds—both physically and spiritually.


★ Archaeologists at the Küllüoba Mound excavation site in Seyitgazi, Eskişehir, uncovered an extraordinary 5,000-year-old ancient bread, providing unique insights into early Neolithic baking methods and ritual practices.

  The rare discovery revealed that the ancients intentionally burned the bread and buried it as part of a fertility ritual, a practice unseen in many ancient settlements.

  Led by Prof. Dr. Murat Türkteki of Bilecik Şeyh Edebali University, the research reveals that ancient people fermented the dough and baked it at approximately 300° F, resulting in a well-cooked crust and a softer interior.

  Prof. Türkteki explained that emmer wheat, known for its high protein and low gluten content, is the main ingredient of the bread. The bread is also rich in B vitamins, antioxidants, dietary fiber, and resistant starch that helps regulate blood sugar.

  In homage to this historic find, Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality's Halk Ekmek Factory has begun baking the "Küllüoba Bread" for the local markets, bridging past and present culinary heritages.


★ EXCHANGE RATE One U. S. dollar will get you 39.21 Turkish liras.


★ High and Low Temperatures in Degrees F, Weather

 

  Seawater temperatures

 
  • Black Sea measured at Trabzon: 66°F
  • Marmara Sea measured at Tekirdağ: 66°F
  • Aegean Sea measured at İzmir: 68°F
  • Mediterranean Sea measured at Antalya: 74°F


  • ★ SPORTS


    ★ Fenerbahce Beko secured its second EuroLeague title with an 81-70 victory over Monaco, marking a historic achievement for the club.

      In soccer, Galatasaray continued its dominance with a 2-0 win over Goztepe, strengthening its position in the league.

      Meanwhile, Besiktas is undergoing a major squad overhaul, with 20 players set to depart, signaling significant changes ahead of the next season.

      In transfer news, Spanish clubs Villarreal and Real Betis are reportedly interested in Fenerbahce striker Youssef En-Nesyri following his impressive performances.

      Additionally, Fenerbahce is considering bringing back Merih Demiral from Al Ahli, while the club faces challenges in meeting new foreign player quotas.

      In volleyball, Eczacibasi and standout spiker Hande Baladin have parted ways after more than a decade, marking the end of an era for the team.

      Ranking in the league:

     

      ★

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