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The Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change's Plastic Bag Commission will meet today to determine the price of plastic bags, which are currently sold for 25 kuruş, for the upcoming year.

In Konya, during a fight among shopkeepers, a car dealer was seriously injured and taken to the hospital, but he unfortunately passed away. Five months ago, a similar attack had also resulted in the death of an architect at the same shop where the incident occurred. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

The Grand National Assembly of Turkey witnessed an interesting dialogue today. Süleyman Soylu said to Deputy Speaker Sırrı Süreyya Önder, "Forgive me." Önder responded to Soylu, who was seeking forgiveness, by saying, "That's another matter." Upon hearing this response, Soylu couldn't help but burst into laughter. The deputies in the General Assembly also joined in the laughter at the moment.

The Central Bank will announce its interest rate decision today at 2:00 PM. All economists predict that the policy interest rate will be kept stable at 50%.

A decision has been made by the government and the AK Party regarding GSS debts that will ease the concerns of citizens. Those who are unable to make the monthly premium payments of 600 lira in 2024 will not be able to benefit from health services starting from January 1. However, the GSS debts of millions of people are being postponed.

The southwesterly wind, which occasionally reached a speed of 68 kilometers per hour, negatively affected daily life. Due to the wind, the nets of the futsal field in the Millet Garden in Bursa and some surrounding trees were knocked down, and a construction scaffold fell onto parked vehicles. While there were cancellations in BUDO services, disruptions in maritime transportation were also experienced in Istanbul.

MHP Deputy Chairman İsmail Özdemir submitted a bill to the Turkish Grand National Assembly (TBMM) to exempt individuals over the age of 25 who recycle their vehicles from the Special Consumption Tax when purchasing vehicles produced in Turkey, for a one-time only. The justification for the proposal states, "The aim of the proposal is to renew vehicles that are 25 years old and older, to reintegrate them into the economy, to reduce imports within this scope, to prevent fuel waste, and to prevent environmental pollution."

Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun rejected a meeting request from U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin during the ASEAN Plus Defense Ministers' Meeting held in Laos. Austin described the situation as an "unfortunate" one and stated that this incident affects relations in the region.

The decision regarding the selection of members for the Parliamentary Research Commission established for the protection of children has been published in the Official Gazette.

The World Health Organization has approved the 'LC16m8 vaccine' developed in Japan for emergency use against the M smallpox virus. WHO Director-General Ghebreyesus described the vaccine as "a vital step, especially for children."

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the attack carried out by the Houthis on a Panama-flagged cargo ship belonging to a Turkish company off the coast of Yemen.

İlhan Sapil, who killed his brother and took his children hostage in Esenyurt, Istanbul, was arrested by the court he was brought before. The background of the incident involves a feud stemming from a business partnership.

Former national football player Serhat Akın, who was injured in a shooting, made a scathing statement regarding Fenerbahçe Vice President Acun Ilıcalı, who is under investigation for illegal betting advertisements and inducement offenses. Akın stated that Ilıcalı had asked for his support during the election process, saying, "Everyone should know their place and limits. I am not your employee on a salary from Survivor! I am the Kadıköy bull you begged for support before the election."

Images of the suspect who opened fire on police teams responding to a fight report in İzmir have been obtained. The attacker, who was detained by the police and is reported to be a former candidate for muhtar (village head), was attempted to be lynched in the middle of the street by nearby citizens. Those moments were recorded by a citizen's cellphone camera. Meanwhile, it has been learned that 10 more people were detained in connection with the incident, and the injured police officers have survived life-threatening injuries.

Currently working as a sports commentator and frequently making headlines with his remarks, coach Sergen Yalçın evaluated Fenerbahçe's transfer agenda. Yalçın stated that the yellow-navy team does not need Talisca and that it would disrupt the balance. Regarding En-Nesyri, who is rumored to have received an offer, he said, "If any player in Turkey is being offered 32 million euros today, they should package him up and throw in another player as well."

Real Madrid's head coach Carlo Ancelotti was upset that our national player Arda Güler, who he had not given much playing time, stayed on the field for 90 minutes in the match against Montenegro. Concerned about Arda getting injured due to the poor condition of the pitch, the Italian coach argued that the young player should not have played under these circumstances.

In Seferihisar, İzmir, it has been reported that two out of three police officers injured in an armed attack while responding to a fight call are in serious condition. Following the incident, local residents took to the streets and threw stones at the suspect's workplace.

Brazilian star Neymar, who plays for Al Hilal and is expected to leave the team at the end of the season when his contract expires, has purchased a house in Saudi Arabia for £43 million. The experienced footballer has thus made his most expensive property investment.

In the Seferihisar district of İzmir, police teams responding to a report of a fight were subjected to an armed attack. Three police officers were injured in the incident. Shortly after the event, the İzmir Governorship announced that the assailant had been apprehended. Meanwhile, footage of the moment of the incident has also emerged.

Galatasaray, who will face Bodrum FK away in the 13th week of the Trendyol Super League, is continuing its preparations for this match. Berkan Kutlu, who underwent surgery on his nose, participated in training with a mask as a precaution.