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Hak-İş Deputy Chairman Halil Çukutli attended the OATUU Executive Board meeting in Tanzania, where he emphasized international trade union solidarity, called for unhindered humanitarian aid to Gaza, and expressed commitment to strengthening cooperation with Africa.

TÜRK-İŞ decided to boycott the 2026 Minimum Wage Commission until its structure is reformed, citing undemocratic processes. The Executive Board also demanded immediate tax justice, resolution for KHK/EYT workers' rights, and opposed the Complementary Retirement System (TES).

Türk Haber-Sen Ankara 5 Nolu RTÜK Branch held its 1st Ordinary General Assembly. Çağatay Karaca was elected president in the congress, which saw broad participation from RTÜK, the Presidency's Directorate of Communications, TRT, and PTT. The union's struggle for public employees' rights in the communication sector is expected to strengthen in the new term.

UNDP Administrator Achim Steiner concluded his tenure, recognized for transforming UNDP into a "future-ready institution" delivering results in 170 countries. He stressed development as the "smartest security policy," urging global cooperation for human development, innovation, and resilience amid crises.

TURK-IS, Turkey's largest labor confederation, issued a strong condemnation of Israel's massacres in Gaza and the attack on the "Global Sumud Flotilla" carrying humanitarian aid. The union demands the immediate release of Turkish and international citizens detained by Israel and calls for the Israeli government to face international law.

Birleşik Metal-İş members at Smart Solar went on strike on October 22, 2025, after the employer offered only a net 3,000 TL raise in CBA talks despite the company's high profits. The union stated the offer disregarded the workers' struggle against soaring inflation and rent, and pledged continued support for the strike to secure fair compensation.

Birleşik Kamu-İş Konfederasyonu reacted to the loss of volunteers' lives in the Bursa forest fire, criticizing incompetence and negligence in public administration. The confederation called for ensuring safety and merit-based appointments.

KESK Co-Chair Ayfer Koçak made a strong statement in Gaziantep, demanding real collective bargaining with the right to strike, wages above the poverty line, secure employment, and a democratic working life for public employees.

DİSK's General President Arzu Çerkezoğlu called for the minimum wage to be re-determined in July 2025. Separately, General Secretary Tayfun Görgün attended the Hendek "workplace murder" case, reiterating demands for justice.

Workers at Accell Bisiklet in Manisa, members of Birleşik Metal-İş, have begun a strike on July 11, 2025, protesting rejected wage demands and layoffs following the company's acquisition. The union vows to fight for job security and fair wages.

TES-İŞ Union successfully concluded collective bargaining negotiations with OEDAŞ (Osman Gazi Elektrik Dağıtım A.Ş.). The new agreement preserves and enhances existing rights while securing significant new gains for its members.

Birleşik Kamu-İş Confederation condemned the detention of Adana, Antalya, and Adıyaman Metropolitan Mayors, asserting that the act disregards the presumption of innocence and public will, while calling for the upholding of democracy

KESK participated in the 32nd-anniversary commemoration of the Sivas Massacre, stating "The light of Sivas will not go out!" KESK demanded that the real perpetrators be judged and the Madımak Hotel be turned into a museum of shame.

DİSK/Dev Sağlık-İş Union launched a 3-day march from Istanbul's Taksim to Ankara for health and social service workers' rights. DİSK General President Arzu Çerkezoğlu called for income justice, tax justice, and humane living conditions.

DİSK advocates for a minimum wage re-evaluation in July 2025, citing its erosion by inflation, high cost of living, and tax burden. DİSK argues that an increase would boost employment, stimulate the economy, and raise social security revenues.

Memur-Sen Confederation celebrated its 30th anniversary with a "Loyalty Gathering," uniting founding members and leaders. General Chairman Ali Yalçın emphasized the movement's growth through determination and faith, not just as a union but as a "conscience movement."

Turkish Metal Union held an expanded council meeting in Ankara on June 21, 2025, with over 900 representatives. General Chairman Uysal Altundağ stressed unity and the principle of "Produce, Earn, Win" ahead of the challenging collective bargaining process, highlighting member-centric approaches via surveys and field visits.

Türk Metal Union Istanbul Branch No. 1 held its 6th Ordinary General Assembly with President Uysal Altundağ, discussing organizational successes, economic challenges, and upcoming collective bargaining, emphasizing unity for workers' rights and a high standard of living.

KESK supported the Grand Disability Gathering in Ankara, where disabled individuals and federations marched for human dignity, improved living conditions, increased employment, full accessibility, and an end to all forms of discrimination.

KESK sharply criticized the current CBA system ahead of the 8th Term negotiations, stating the Arbitration Board is biased. Co-Chair Ayfer Koçak called for a united struggle of public employees for a living wage and strike rights.

DİSK protested at TÜİK, accusing it of defying court rulings and concealing inflation data, saying 'You will be held accountable!' DİSK highlights the vast gap between official and real inflation and its devastating impact on workers' livelihoods.

Eğitim-İş Union released its 2024-2025 Higher Education Report. Chairman Kadem Özbay called for a fight for a free and scientific university, highlighting academic freedom restrictions, lack of meritocracy, and budget problems.

The Official Gazette of June 12, 2025, published amendments to the Construction Inspection Application Regulation, MASAK communiqués, and Constitutional Court decisions. Current legislative changes were presented to the public.

The June 17, 2025 Turkish Official Gazette published a Presidential Decree updating the UN Security Council's asset freezing list for combating terrorism financing, along with new regulations for Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart and Fırat Universities, and a BRSA Board decision.