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Media, Internet and Culture Jul 18, 2025

NEW TERM IN KANAL 7

The former head of Turkey’s media watchdog RTÜK, Zahid Akman, who served as editor-in-chief of pro-government broadcaster Kanal 7 for many years, has been replaced by Kanal 7 Ankara bureau chief Mehmet Acet.

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Media, Internet and Culture Jun 29, 2025

MILLIONS WATCH EMPTY SEAT ON YOUTUBE

After the arrest of journalist and YouTuber Fatih Altaylı, one of Turkey’s most-watched commentators, millions continued to view his channel as Turkey’s media watchdog RTÜK warned him to apply for a license.

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