Türkiye’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) has introduced a controversial bill to the parliament that would require high-limit credit card holders to pay an annual fee to bolster the country’s defense industry fund. Under the draft legislation, credit card holders with limits of 100,000 Turkish lira ($2900) or more would be required to pay
The Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM) commission commenced discussions over a controversial bill aiming to amend the Animal Protection Law in a marathon session filled with heated debates, protests, and high tension. The bill, known for its potential to introduce “euthanasia” for stray animals, sparked strong reactions from various political factions and civil society groups.