Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey.
Curated from various news sources.
NEWS
Turkish Stars to Take to Fethiye Skies on October 25
Fethiye, Muğla – The Turkish Stars, the aerobatic team of the Turkish Air Force, will perform over Çalış Beach on Sunday, October 25, as part of the 26th International Fethiye-Ölüdeniz Air Games Festival.
The team, which has previously performed in Fethiye during the festival, will return to the district for a display scheduled to begin at 15:30.
Known for their precision flying and synchronised aerial manoeuvres, the Turkish Stars will present an aerobatic display for local residents and visitors.
The public is invited to watch the performance at Çalış Beach.
Source: https://www.fethiyetv.com/turk-yildizlari-25-ekimde-fethiye-semalarinda/
Şehit Fethi Bey Park Playground Equipment Being Renewed
Fethiye, Muğla – Work has begun to renew the playground equipment at Şehit Fethi Bey Park, providing children with a refreshed and improved play area.
Once the work is complete, the renovated playground will reopen and welcome children back to enjoy the updated facilities.
For safety reasons, the section of the park containing the playground equipment will remain closed to the public while the work is underway.
The authorities have thanked residents and visitors for their understanding during the renovation.
Source: Fethiye Belediye
Fethiye – FEFSAD Opens New Season With Photography And Cinema Events
Fethiye, Muğla – The Fethiye Photography and Cinema Art Association (FEFSAD) opened its new season with a photography exhibition titled “Fleeting Moments, Lasting Traces” and a photography presentation by Gülcan Acar, titled “Melodic Traces,” at the Fethiye Municipality Culture House and Book Museum.
Speaking at the season opening, FEFSAD representative Canan Tor and Fethiye Deputy Mayor Oğuz Bolelli highlighted the association’s contribution to the town’s cultural and artistic life and outlined plans for the coming year.
The exhibition featured work by FEFSAD’s Impressionist Photography Working Group, while Gülcan Acar’s presentation, “Melodic Traces,” offered visitors another opportunity to explore the art of photography.
Tor explained that the season’s programme included a Republic-themed exhibition, the 4th Fethiye International Film Festival, scheduled for November 4, and events marking International Women’s Day on March 8. She also confirmed that FEFSAD would continue to organise photography projects and cultural events throughout the year.
Bolelli praised FEFSAD for its contribution to Fethiye’s cultural scene and welcomed the association’s decision to launch the new season with an exhibition and photography presentation.
Nif Neighbourhood Hosts Enthusiastic Yaren Night
Nif, Fethiye – The Memleket Türküleri (Folk Songs of the Homeland) programme, presented by Cihan Coşkun and broadcast jointly on Fethiye TV and Beşkaza’nın Sesi, brought an evening of traditional music and local culture to Nif neighbourhood.
Held in the courtyard of Nif Primary School, the event featured guest artist İsmail Peynirci, whose performances of traditional folk songs entertained local residents and television viewers.
The event attracted strong interest and support from the Nif Neighbourhood Headman’s Office and local residents. It was sponsored by Hırçın Pen Wrought Iron.
On behalf of Fethiye TV, Murat Yalçın presented plaques to those who contributed to and supported the organisation of the event.
Celebrating local traditions and bringing people together through music, the evening concluded to the appreciation of those in attendance.
Source: Fethiye TV
Goal to Extend Tourism to 12 Months in Çalış
Çalış, Fethiye – Osman Çıralı, Chairman of the Fethiye Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FTSO) and Mavi Grup (Blue Group) leadership candidate, met with local businesses at Çalış Beach to discuss tourism priorities and plans for the region’s development.
During the visits, Çıralı highlighted the goal of extending the tourism season to 12 months through stronger international promotion, improved infrastructure and environmental standards, and the development of alternative tourism routes.
He also emphasised the importance of promoting Çalış’s famous sunsets and bird sanctuary to international visitors, alongside improving service quality and addressing the need for qualified tourism personnel. FTSO’s ongoing training initiatives include programmes through its Tourism Academy and foreign language courses for members.
Çıralı said the chamber would continue working with municipalities and relevant organisations to support Çalış’s tourism potential and strengthen local businesses in the coming term.
Source: https://www.gercekfethiye.com/calis-ta-turizmi-12-aya-yayma-hedefi/130969/
Turkey Introduces Mandatory Social Media Age Verification for Children
Turkey – Turkey will require social media platforms to verify users’ ages from November 1, while introducing stricter privacy, advertising and content restrictions for teenagers.
Social media platforms operating in Turkey will be prohibited from providing services to children under 15 from November 1, 2026, under a new regulation published in the Official Gazette on October 10.
The regulation, prepared by the Presidential Cyber Security Directorate, establishes mandatory age verification, special protections for users aged 15 to 17, and new parental control requirements for social media providers.
Existing accounts must undergo age verification by March 31, 2027. Accounts found to belong to children under 15 will be closed.
Age Verification Through e-Devlet
Platforms will be required to verify users’ ages when accounts are created, using an age-verification token generated through Turkey’s e-Devlet government portal.
The system is designed to establish whether a user meets the relevant age threshold without requiring platforms to receive identifying information such as the user’s name.
The requirement will apply to both domestic and international social networks covered by the regulation.
New Restrictions for Teenagers
Users aged 15 to 17 will be able to access social media through services specifically designed for their age group, but these accounts will face significant restrictions.
Accounts will be private by default and cannot be made publicly accessible. Teenagers will not be permitted to livestream, and platforms must introduce technical measures to prevent others from taking screenshots of their profiles and posts.
Platforms will also be prohibited from displaying personalised commercial advertisements to these users or processing their personal data for profiling purposes.
The regulation additionally targets features designed to encourage prolonged use. Infinite-scrolling interfaces, which allow content to flow continuously as users swipe or scroll, will be restricted for these accounts.
Children will only be able to receive messages from accounts they follow, while other users will not be able to view their follower and following lists. Platforms must also introduce filtering and protective recommendation systems to reduce exposure to potentially harmful content.
Greater Parental Control
Social media providers will have to offer parental control tools in Turkish, enabling parents to manage account settings, monitor and limit screen time, and approve paid transactions such as subscriptions and purchases.
These requirements are intended to give families greater control over children’s online activities while placing more responsibility on platforms to provide age-appropriate services.
Implementation Begins November 1
The regulation takes effect on November 1, 2026. Platforms must complete age verification for existing accounts by March 31, 2027, while age verification will be required for new accounts under the new system.
The measures represent a significant change in how social media platforms must operate in Turkey, particularly in their treatment of younger users. Their implementation will require platforms to adapt their age-verification systems, account settings and content-delivery features to meet the new requirements.
Turkey Plans New Smoking Restrictions, Including ID Checks for Cigarette Buyers
Turkey is preparing new legislation to strengthen its campaign against smoking, with proposed measures including identity checks for cigarette purchases, stricter sales inspections and reduced visibility of tobacco products in shops.
Health Minister Kemal Memişoğlu announced the plans during an interview with TRT Haber, saying the legislation would also review smoking areas in cafés and restaurants to provide better protection for non-smokers. Restrictions on smoking in certain outdoor public spaces, including parks and gardens, may also be considered.
The proposed identity verification system aims to prevent cigarette sales to anyone under 18 and strengthen enforcement of existing laws. The rules governing designated smoking and non-smoking areas in hospitality venues are also expected to be revised.
The Ministry of Health currently provides free smoking-cessation medication and support through more than 1,700 clinics, mobile services and the ALO 171 Smoking Cessation Advice Line.
The draft legislation is expected to be submitted to the Turkish Grand National Assembly in October, when further details of the proposed measures should become clearer.
SPORT
Thank you to Brian Lloyd for the Fethiyespor update.
Sait Karafırtınalar Resigns as Fethiyespor Head Coach
Sait Karafırtınalar has resigned as head coach of Fethiyespor following the team’s disappointing start to the season in the Nesine 2nd League.
Fethiyespor recorded just one victory in the opening five weeks of the season, with mounting pressure following a 1-0 home defeat to Karacabey Belediyespor at Fethiye District Stadium.
After the defeat, supporters called for Karafırtınalar to step down, and the experienced coach subsequently decided to leave his position.
Attention now turns to Fethiyespor’s management as the club considers its next steps and the appointment of a new head coach.
Fethiyespor has since reached an agreement with Mustafa Ceviz to become the club’s new head coach. Ceviz, who previously enjoyed a successful spell at the club, finalised the agreement in a meeting with Club President Esat Bakırcı and the Board of Directors. The club has welcomed him back and wished him success with the team.
Sources: Fethiyespor/ https://www.fethiyetv.com/fethiyesporda-sait-karafirtinalar-donemi-sona-erdi/
Ziraat Turkish Cup
Fethiyespor won their away game against Gaziemir GOG on Wednesday 7th October . The final score was 0-2.
Fethiyespor will face Süper Lig side Eyüpspor in the third round of the Ziraat Turkish Cup. The match will take place at Fethiye District Stadium on a date to be confirmed by the Turkish Football Federation, between 27 and 29 October 2026.
Match Results
Fethiyespor lost their away game against İnegölspor on Sunday. The final score was 2-1.
Fethiyespor drop to 15th position in the league table.
League Matches
Fethiyespor will play at home against Ankaragücü on Saturday 17 October. Kick-off time is 19:00.
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Turkish Lira (TL) exchange rates
The British Pound bought 65.19 TL by the close of business on Friday. The week before it was selling for 65.04 TL.
The US Dollar bought 49.26 TL by the close of business on Friday. The week before it was selling for 49.12 TL.
The Euro bought 55.12 TL by the close of business on Friday. The week before it was selling for 55.28 TL.
Source: exchangerates.org.uk
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