Broadcasting ban imposed on the explosion at Habaş Iron and Steel Factory in Aliağa, İzmir
RTÜK announced that a broadcasting ban has been issued by the Aliağa Criminal Court of Peace regarding the explosion that occurred at the Habaş Iron and Steel Factory in the Aliağa district of İzmir on November 9, 2026.
A broadcasting ban has been imposed by the Aliağa Criminal Court of Peace regarding the explosion that occurred at the Habaş Iron and Steel Factory in the Aliağa district of İzmir on November 9, 2026.
The Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) announced that a broadcasting ban was issued by the Aliağa Criminal Court of Peace with decision number 2026/2238 D. İş, within the scope of the investigation conducted by the Aliağa Chief Public Prosecutor's Office under file number 2026/8716. The decision was taken in accordance with Article 3/2 of the Press Law No. 5187.
The broadcasting ban covers all news, interviews, and comments in written, visual, social media, and internet environments regarding the incident until the investigation is completed. The reasons cited for the decision include preventing disinformation, avoiding public outrage, protecting public order, and ensuring the healthy conduct of the investigation.
Sources
- ankahaber.net · Link