The İstanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office announced the appointment of a trustee to Halk TV as part of an investigation targeting the companies of Cafer Mahiroğlu. A detention order was issued for 17 suspects connected to the investigation. Simultaneous operations led to the detention of 11 suspects. The investigation is centered around the activities of Mahiroğlu’s businesses. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the specifics of the allegations against Mahiroğlu or the basis for the trustee appointment at Halk TV. Further developments are expected as the investigation in İstanbul progresses and the detained individuals are questioned. The situation has drawn attention to media freedom and legal proceedings within Türkiye.