Turkish police successfully confiscated over 3 million counterfeit items during the first half of 2026, with a total estimated market value of $12.5 million (591.7 million lira). The seizures resulted from 2,900 operations conducted across the country. Authorities also initiated legal proceedings against 3,229 individuals suspected of involvement in the trade of these illicit products. Senior police official Cemil Cem Aydın reported these findings, highlighting a concentrated effort to combat counterfeiting. The operation underscores Turkey’s commitment to protecting intellectual property rights and disrupting illegal economic activity. The large volume of seized items indicates the scale of the counterfeiting problem within the country. These enforcement efforts aim to safeguard both consumers and legitimate businesses from the harms caused by counterfeit goods.