19.06.2026 14:20
Yusuf Ziya Gümüşel, who was placed under house arrest for health reasons, was greeted with takbirs upon his release from prison. One of the first to visit Gümüşel at his home was "Cübbeli Ahmet," and the dialogue between the two during their meeting drew attention.
Yusuf Ziya Gümüşel, founder of the Hiranur Foundation, who was sentenced to 19 years and 9 months in prison for allegedly 'marrying' his 6-year-old daughter H.K.G. to his 29-year-old disciple Kadir İstekli, was released recently. Citing health issues, he was released under judicial control conditions of house arrest and a travel ban abroad, sparking widespread public reaction.
WELCOMED WITH TAKBIR UPON RELEASE
Yusuf Ziya Gümüşel, greeted by a large crowd with takbirs upon leaving prison, received a notable visit at his residence where he is under house arrest. Ahmet Mahmut Ünlü, known to the public as 'Cübbeli Ahmet', visited Gümüşel at his home after his release.
KISSED HIS HAND REPEATEDLY
Images of the two together became a trending topic on social media and in the press. During the meeting, Yusuf Ziya Gümüşel was seen repeatedly kissing Ahmet Mahmut Ünlü's hand upon seeing him.
'CROWN OF MY HEAD, SULTAN OF MY HEART'
An emotional Gümüşel said to Ünlü during the meeting: 'We respect you, we kiss your feet. You are the crown of my head, the sultan of my heart.'