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Society World press 42 sources 19 Sept, 23:13

Prosecutor Uçuk surrenders to courthouse, travel ban imposed against him

Bozova Public Prosecutor Türkşad Kunthan Uçuk, suspended for three months by the Council of Judges and Prosecutors (HSK) on September 18, surrendered to Tekirdağ Courthouse with his lawyer after a detention order. The court imposed a travel ban citing "strong suspicion of crime"; Uçuk stated he did not publish the video.

Sport World press 25 sources 2 updates 19 Sept, 23:42

National team's 29-man preliminary squad announced, Mert Günok retires from national team

Vincenzo Montella called up 29 players for the UEFA Nations League A matches against France, Italy and Belgium; İlhan Fakılı, Bartuğ Elmaz, Adil Demirbağ and Melih Kabasakal were called up for the first time. 37-year-old goalkeeper Mert Günok has left the national team; the squad will gather in Riva on September 21.

Politics World press 12 sources 19 Sept, 23:42

Constitutional Court rules Özgür Özel's freedom of expression was violated

In the moral damages lawsuit filed by Fuat Oktay, the Constitutional Court ruled that ordering Özel to pay 10,000 lira constituted a violation of freedom of expression; it decided that Özel should be paid 50,000 lira in compensation and that the file be sent back to the Ankara 25th Civil Court of First Instance for retrial.[TRUNC]

Life World press 29 sources 19 Sept, 23:28

Some roads in Istanbul to close Sunday for running and cycling events

The Istanbul Police Department announced that some roads in Fatih, Beyoğlu, and Beykoz will be closed from 06:00 until the end of tomorrow's running and cycling events, with alternative routes designated. Road closures were also reported in Ankara.

Economy World press 33 sources 19 Sept, 09:37

Differing figures on number of arrests in capital markets investigation

Justice Minister Akın Gürlek announced that suspects, including a fund management board chairman and members, were arrested over allegations of manipulative trading, and 51 people were banned from leaving the country; access to 246 social media accounts was blocked.

World 20 sources 19 Sept, 23:13

Erdoğan travels to US on September 20-23 for UN General Assembly

Communications Director Burhanettin Duran announced that President Erdoğan will attend the UN General Assembly sessions in New York and speak on September 22. Bilateral meetings with the UN Secretary-General and various leaders are planned during the visit.

Sport World press 29 sources 10 updates 19 Sept, 23:42

Trabzonspor defeat Galatasaray 4-0 as referee controversy continues after match

In Week 6 of the Süper Lig, in a match officiated by Batuhan Kolak, Trabzonspor beat Galatasaray 4-0; Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk received a red card in the 72nd minute. Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan criticized the referee and the Central Referee Board (MHK), while Galatasaray's İrfan Saraloğlu reacted against the fourth official.

FT 4–0

Sport 40 sources 10 updates 19 Sept, 23:13

Trabzonspor defeats Galatasaray 4-0; Salah scores 3 goals, Buruk shown red card

In the 6th week of the Süper Lig, Trabzonspor defeated Galatasaray 4-0 at Papara Park; Salah brought his tally to 7 goals this season with a hat-trick. Sent-off manager Okan Buruk stated he did not insult the referee, claiming "he sent me off intentionally."

FT 4–0

Sport 14 sources 10 updates 19 Sept, 23:28

Başakşehir defeats Gençlerbirliği 4-0, Nuri Şahin calls match a "reaction"

In week 6 of the Süper Lig, Başakşehir defeated Gençlerbirliği 4-0 at home, taking their tally to 7 points. Manager Nuri Şahin said the team showed the expected reaction following last week's 5-0 loss.

FT 4–0

Politics World press 74 sources 4 updates 19 Sept, 21:28

4 detained in Kozinoğlu investigation, prosecutor's office announces charges

The Silivri Chief Public Prosecutor's Office announced 4 people were detained in Istanbul and Tekirdağ in the investigation into former intelligence agency MİT official Kaşif Kozinoğlu, who died in prison in 2011; charges include "intentional killing", forming a criminal organization, and violating Law No. 2937. Two former prosecutors were previously arrested.

Society World press 49 sources 3 updates 19 Sept, 19:40

Two arrested in drug investigation; Hasan Şaş and Sefo released

Of the 21 people detained in an investigation by the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, Sayat Zurnacı and Aytaç Kart were arrested, while Hasan Şaş and Nilperi Şahinkaya were released under judicial control. Rapper Sefo (Seyfullah Sağır) was released after processing, and stated that no criminal element was found at his home.

Economy World press 57 sources 19 Sept, 19:40

Five executives from Pusula and Tera detained in fund investigation

In the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office's capital markets investigation, Pusula Holding Chairman Serdar Turhan, Tera Yatırım Holding Chairman Emre Tezmen, and executives Alper Öztürk, Emre Alkin and Kerem Alkin were detained. In the case file, 4 suspects are under arrest, and 51 people are subject to a travel ban and asset freeze.

World World press 35 sources 2 updates 19 Sept, 18:46

Number of detentions in forex fraud investigation rises to 201

In the "Israel-linked forex fraud" operation carried out by MİT and police under the coordination of the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, the number of detentions rose to 201; 9 of those detained are Israeli nationals and 11 are Pakistani nationals. Assets worth 1.5 billion lira belonging to suspects were seized, along with 80 vehicles and 12 properties.

Sport 15 sources 19 Sept, 21:51

Brighton, featuring Ferdi Kadıoğlu, defeats Arsenal 3-0

In the 5th week of the Premier League, Brighton defeated Arsenal 3-0 with goals from Gross, Kostoulas, and Andres; Arsenal suffered their first defeat of the season. National player Ferdi Kadıoğlu started the match in the first 11.

Economy 19 sources 19 Sept, 19:40

In his testimony, Kumova described his deal with Tera Yatırım over the IPO

Altunç Kumova, the major shareholder of Destek Holding who was arrested in the investigation, said they agreed with Tera Yatırım on a 2% commission for Destek Faktoring's initial public offering (IPO), and that 20% of the IPO was purchased by Tera Group companies and qualified investors. He described the valuation rising to 1.3 trillion lira (TL) as an "abnormal figure."

Culture 13 sources 19 Sept, 21:28

Felipe Massa tours Istanbul as part of TGA program

Brazilian driver Felipe Massa, who won all three Formula 1 races held at Istanbul Park, visited the Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet as part of a program organized by the Turkish Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA); he said, "I loved the Bosphorus the most."

Society World press 15 sources 19 Sept, 17:07

Floodwaters recede in Rize, cleanup continues in İyidere and Pazar

Following heavy rain in the Eastern Black Sea region, floodwaters have receded in İyidere and Pazar, with cleanup continuing at businesses. İyidere Mayor Saffet Mete said there was damage in 9 neighborhoods and 7 villages, no loss of life, and 7 homes were evacuated; Pazar Mayor Neşet Çakır said some neighborhood roads remain closed.

Politics 3 sources 19 Sept, 21:51

Council of Judges and Prosecutors statement on scoring system for judge and prosecutor appointments

Council of Judges and Prosecutors (HSK) First Chamber Chairman Turan Kuloğlu said that under the system announced by Justice Minister Akın Gürlek, appointments will be made based on service points and point rankings, with performance and the difficulty of posts converted into points using objective criteria.

Sport 23 sources 3 updates 19 Sept, 20:12

Fenerbahçe Tarfin finishes third in EuroLeague Super Cup

Fenerbahçe Tarfin, defeated 92-90 by Olympiacos in the semifinals of the tournament in Abu Dhabi, beat Dubai Basketball 85-77 in the third-place match; Real Madrid and Olympiacos will face off in the final.

Economy 16 sources 19 Sept, 18:46

Destek Investment Bank Chairman Kumova arrested

Altunç Kumova, who was detained on September 17 as part of the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office investigation into irregular capital market transactions, was arrested. In the course of the process, the Capital Markets Board (SPK) had ordered the liquidation of 130 funds belonging to 7 companies.

Politics World press 16 sources 19 Sept, 17:07

15 arrested in FETÖ investigation spanning 15 provinces led from Ankara

In an operation carried out in 15 provinces under the coordination of the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, 15 of those detained over allegations that marriages within the "secret" structure inside public institutions were organized by the organization have been arrested; sources give differing figures of 26 and 28 for the number of detention warrants.

Politics 15 sources 19 Sept, 17:07

CHP's Denizli Kale district chairman arrested, provincial branch removes him from post

In a gendarmerie operation coordinated by the Denizli Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, marijuana was found at his home and Indian hemp on his land; Süleyman İnce was arrested on charges of "drug trafficking" and "illegal cannabis cultivation." The CHP provincial branch removed İnce from his post; sources differ on the number of hemp plants seized, citing either 20 or 21.

Sport 28 sources 10 updates 19 Sept, 19:57

In Süper Lig, Alanyaspor defeats Çorum FK, Kocaelispor beats Gaziantep FK

In the 6th week of the Trendyol Süper Lig, Alanyaspor defeated Çorum FK 2-1 away, and Kocaelispor beat Gaziantep FK 2-0 at home. Kocaelispor increased its points to 12, while Gaziantep FK remained at 8 points.

FT 1–2

Sport 4 sources 10 updates 19 Sept, 20:12

Çorum FK Chairman Balçık criticizes referee, announces appeal to Turkish Football Federation

Arca Çorum FK were defeated 2-1 at home by Alanyaspor. Club Chairman Savaş Balçık criticized the officiating of match referee Alper Akarsu, saying "Here it is Türkiye 0, referee 1," and announced they will apply to the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) on Monday.

FT 1–2

Economy World press 36 sources 19 Sept, 13:15

BDDK revokes operating license of Iran-based Bank Mellat

Under a decision dated September 18 published in the Official Gazette, the operating license of Bank Mellat's Istanbul Türkiye Central Branch was revoked under Article 71/1-b of the Banking Law; according to DW and Euronews, the justification cited a threat to depositors' rights and the trust and stability of the financial system.

World World press 22 sources 19 Sept, 16:11

Death toll rises to 15 in ship sinking off Girne, detentions extended in investigation

TRNC Prime Minister Ünal Üstel announced that the body of one more person had been recovered from the "Filo Jet" ship that sank on August 30, bringing the death toll to 15, with 13 people still being searched for. Detention was extended by seven days for nine suspects in the investigation; police reported that more than 300 statements had been taken.

Economy 5 sources 19 Sept, 19:40

Livestock market in Ağrı closed for 30 days due to foot-and-mouth disease

The Ağrı Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry announced that, by decision of the Provincial Animal Health Police Commission, the Provincial Livestock Market will be closed for 30 days starting October 18, and that livestock movement from quarantined villages has also been temporarily halted.

Society 8 sources 19 Sept, 17:07

Didar Filiz, killed in Osmaniye, reportedly pregnant with twins

Didar Filiz, who was struck on the head with a camping gas cylinder during a fight that broke out in Kadirli on the night of September 17, died in hospital; she was reported to be pregnant with twins. Her husband K.F. was arrested, while 3 relatives who had been detained were released.