Statement from President Erdoğan on the "fund investigation"

Statement from President Erdoğan on the

09.11.2026 22:51

After the arrest of former minister Fatma Betül Sayan Kaya in the fund investigation, a striking message came from President Erdoğan. Speaking after the Cabinet meeting, Erdoğan said, "When the fund issue first emerged, I had said, 'We are not like others.' I am sure it has now been seen very clearly that we are not like others. I believe everyone has understood our steadfast stance and determined attitude in protecting our nation's rights and law."

After the arrest of former Minister Fatma Betül Sayan Kaya in recent days as part of the fund investigation, eyes turned to the statements President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan would make after the Cabinet meeting. In his assessment following the meeting, Erdoğan stated that the process was being carried out with determination.

PRESIDENT ERDOĞAN: THERE WILL BE NO CONCESSION WHATSOEVER

In his speech, Erdoğan touched on the investigation followed by the public and used striking expressions. Erdoğan said: "We are resolving the fund issue, which has been on our agenda since September 17, step by step within the framework of the road map we announced. Our relevant ministers and institutions are making the necessary statements regularly. We are also following the matter very closely. God willing, there will be no concession or negligence whatsoever in this."

"IT HAS BEEN SEEN VERY CLEARLY THAT WE ARE NOT LIKE OTHERS"

When the fund issue first emerged, I had said, 'We are not like others.' I am sure it has now been seen very clearly that we are not like others.

I believe everyone understands our steadfast stance and determined attitude in protecting the rights and law of our nation. I expect our citizens to continue trusting us. May the Lord be our helper and supporter. I wish our Cabinet meeting and the decisions we have taken to be auspicious, and I greet you with respect."

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