Police in Istanbul have detained 19 suspects accused of illegally obtaining and exporting high-cost medications intended for chronic disease treatment. The operation spanned six provinces, centered in Istanbul. Authorities allege the suspects used fraudulent prescriptions to acquire the drugs. These medications were then intended for shipment abroad. The scheme involved medications used to treat serious, ongoing health conditions. Investigations suggest a sophisticated network was involved in the illicit trade. The arrests represent a significant disruption to the illegal pharmaceutical operation, and further investigations are ongoing.