Turkish police raid opposition TV station, halting live broadcasts

BBC News Wednesday 14 October 2026, 08:17 UTC 1 min read

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Halk TV says its staff are unable to enter the building in Istanbul and a new manager has been appointed.

Turkish (ORG) Halk TV (ORG) Istanbul (LOCATION)

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