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Victory Party demands justice for Ümit Özdağ's 141-day detention, calling it "unlawful" and "against human rights." Protests held in Bursa and Denizli ahead of the Silivri hearing.

The Birleşik Kamu-İş Konfederasyonu released a statement regarding allegations that Beylikdüzü Mayor Murat Çalık is suffering from serious health problems in prison. The confederation emphasized that human life should not be a tool for punishment and called for his right to treatment to be recognized immediately.

Memur-Sen delivered 5,293,000 signatures from its "Amend the Constitution, Protect the Family" campaign to TBMM Speaker Numan Kurtulmuş, highlighting demands for societal values and constitutional guarantees.

The Birleşik Metal-İş Union, supported by the DİSK Confederation, held a massive rally in Istanbul's Taksim demanding an end to all commercial ties with Israel and expressing solidarity with Palestine. Union leaders and hundreds of workers chanted, "The working class stands with Palestine!"

Türkiye Kamu-Sen President Önder Kahveci strongly condemned Israel's attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza. Following the attack, which he called a "clear violation of international law," he stated that Israel would be recognized as a genocidal state and face sanctions. The confederation declared its solidarity with the Palestinian people.

Turkish trade unions make a strong impact at the ILO Conference in Geneva, engaging in labor diplomacy and leading a powerful "Free Palestine" solidarity demonstration at the UN.

A group of over 600 workers, including 150 from Turkey, working for the Baytur company in Saudi Arabia, are on strike after not receiving their wages for 10 months. They have been on strike for 60 days, demanding payment and their right to return home.

The Birleşik Metal-İş Union, in its commemorative message on the 10th anniversary of the Suruç Massacre, remembered the 33 young people who lost their lives and called for "justice for Suruç, justice for everyone."

The July 10, 2025 issue of the Official Gazette has been published. It contains various new regulations and decisions, ranging from TBMM Commission working decisions to Presidential decrees on performance premiums, irrigation fees, and amendments to the family medicine regulation.

2.85 million children in Haiti face severe food insecurity. UNICEF and partners are treating malnutrition and delivering vital aid, while urging for peace as essential for children's health and well-being.

Gaziantep celebrated Europe Day for the first time with the EU Delegation to Türkiye. Events filled with unity and solidarity brought European values to life. Watch the short film highlighting the celebrations.

Alleged war crimes in Kursk, use of Western weapons, and civilian suffering are detailed for the first time at an international teleconference on June 5, 2025. Russian officials and witnesses reveal the facts.

Sağlık-Sen's relentless advocacy results in the start of reciprocal transfers (becayiş) for inter-university administrative staff and 3+1 healthcare workers after Eid. Discover the union's historic success for family reunification.

On the 9th anniversary of the July 15 coup attempt, Turkish unions including TÜRK-İŞ and Memur-Sen released a joint message emphasizing the indispensable nature of democracy, secularism, and the will of the people.

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 Metal Çorlu Branch held its 1st Ordinary General Assembly with the participation of General Chairman Uysal Altundağ. Altundağ: Our branches are our castles, we get stronger as we unite with our members. New management elected with a single list.

Birleşik Kamu-İş Confederation General President Orhan Yıldırım addressed the "Budget Rights for Retirees and Workers" rally in Ankara's Tandoğan Square, criticizing the government's economic policies. Yıldırım declared that the source of poverty is the "Internal Force" (the 23-year ruling party), not external factors.

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.

HAK-İŞ President Mahmut Arslan met ILO ACTRAV Head Andre to discuss informal domestic workers, Syrian migrants' labor rights, and new ILO-HAK-İŞ-GFTU projects.

Romania, Hungary, Austria, and Bulgaria unite efforts to combat illegal migration at the Turkey-Bulgaria border. Learn details and expected impacts of this strategic cooperation to strengthen EU external border security.

A new collective bargaining agreement has been signed between Tekgıda-İş Union and Banvit. The deal brings significant gains for employees while strengthening industrial peace and productivity in the food sector.

Türk Metal Union Biga 1st Branch held its 5th Ordinary General Assembly on July 26, 2025, with Deputy Chairman Yusuf Ziya Odabaş emphasizing the critical importance of organizing for job security and a better future. New leadership was elected.