Turkey: Government raids, takes over top news channel

Turkish authorities have raided the Istanbul offices of Halk TV, halting broadcasts, appointing a trustee and opening an investigation. It is the latest chapter of a decadeslong media capture by President Erdogan.

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14 Oct 2026, 16:34 UTC

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14 Oct 2026, 16:34 UTC

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