Turkey’s broadcasting regulator, the Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK), penalized Sözcü TV and Koza TV on Friday for their coverage of a growing investment fund scandal. The fines, levied at the maximum allowable rate of 3 percent of prior month’s advertising revenue, stemmed from questioning connections between government officials and the fund. This action comes as President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan asserted that the crisis resulting from the scandal is now contained. The move raises concerns about press freedom and government attempts to control the narrative surrounding the financial controversy in Turkey. Critics suggest the fines are intended to discourage further investigation and critical reporting on the matter. The incident, first reported by Turkish Minute, highlights ongoing tensions between the government and independent media outlets in Turkey.