He drew criticism for shaking hands with President Erdoğan! The first statement from Ruşen Çakır.

He drew criticism for shaking hands with President Erdoğan! The first statement from Ruşen Çakır.

12.02.2026 09:40

Among the press members attending the group meeting where President Erdoğan delivered important messages was Ruşen Çakır, known for his opposition identity. The images of Çakır shaking hands with Erdoğan before the meeting sparked much discussion. In a statement regarding the issue, Çakır said, "I can tell everyone that I feel at ease about this matter. There is nothing wrong."

The AK Party Group meeting that took place yesterday made a significant impact on the political agenda. One of the topics discussed was journalist Ruşen Çakır, known for his opposition identity. Çakır, who shook hands with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, became a hot topic.

The moments when Ruşen Çakır shook hands with President Erdoğan became some of the most striking images of the group meeting.

HE TOOK A PHOTO

Çakır did not neglect to take a photo as well. After the images were shared on social media, opponents began to react to Ruşen Çakır.

In a statement he made after the lynching, Ruşen Çakır said, "Shaking Erdoğan's hand led to a new lynching. I can tell everyone that I am at peace with this. There is nothing wrong."

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