Ali Yerlikaya
Interior Minister of Turkey
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View Timeline →Continued Protests in Turkey; Erdogan Claims Protests Have Turned into a 'Violent Movement'
Protests in Turkey against the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, continue despite government crackdowns. President Erdogan claims the protests have turned violent and threatens…
Istanbul Mayor Introduced as Opposition Candidate for Presidency
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has been arrested and dismissed from his position amid corruption charges, prompting widespread protests across Turkey. The opposition has nominated him…
Six Refugees Drown in Aegean Sea Off Turkey's Coast
Six refugees drowned in the Aegean Sea off Turkey's coast, including three children, while 27 others were rescued. The incident highlights the ongoing perilous journey…
Turkey Detains 282 'Suspects' in Widespread Operation Against PKK
Turkey has detained 282 individuals in a large-scale operation against the PKK, accusing them of supporting the group and participating in protests. This crackdown coincides…
Turkey Targets PKK Positions in Syria and Iraq
Turkey has launched airstrikes against PKK positions in Iraq and Syria following a deadly attack in Ankara attributed to the group. The attack resulted in…
Turkish Police Arrest Over 200 Protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day
Turkish police arrested over 200 protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day, using tear gas and rubber bullets to prevent them from reaching Taksim Square.…
Turkey Arrests Dozens on Charges of 'Links to ISIS'
Turkey's Interior Minister announced the arrest of 36 individuals suspected of links to ISIS across four provinces. This operation is part of a larger crackdown,…
Turkey Arrests Seven More on Suspicion of Espionage for Mossad
Turkey has arrested seven more individuals suspected of espionage for Israel's Mossad, amid ongoing tensions between Turkey and Israel. This follows earlier arrests and highlights…
Turkey Arrests 33 on Suspicion of Spying for Israel
Turkey has arrested 33 individuals suspected of spying for Israel's Mossad and targeting foreign nationals. This follows Turkey's warning to Israel against pursuing Hamas members…
Turkey Arrests 29 Suspects Linked to ISIS
Turkey has arrested 29 individuals suspected of links to ISIS during operations across nine provinces, with some planning attacks on churches and synagogues. This comes…
Turkish Army: We 'Neutralized' 26 Militants in Retaliatory Strikes in Syria and Iraq
The Turkish Army conducted airstrikes in Syria and northern Iraq, claiming to have neutralized 26 PKK militants in retaliation for the deaths of 12 soldiers.…
Turkey Arrests Over 300 Suspected ISIS Affiliates in Nationwide Operation
Turkey's security forces arrested 304 individuals suspected of being connected to ISIS in a nationwide operation. The majority of arrests took place in Istanbul, Ankara,…
Turkish Police Arrest 145 in Connection with PKK Suicide Attack
Turkish police arrested 145 individuals linked to the PKK following a suicide attack near the Ministry of Interior that killed the attackers and injured police…
Turkey Attacks PKK Positions in Northern Iraq; 20 Arrested in Istanbul and Other Cities
Turkey launched airstrikes against PKK positions in northern Iraq following a suicide attack in Ankara that injured police officers. The Turkish government arrested 20 individuals…