Turkiye prosecutors seize media conglomerate as part of ‘fraud’ probe
Summary
Turkiye prosecutors have seized control of a large media and business group called Can Holding, which owns significant TV stations and other businesses. They have also arrested 10 executives over suspected fraud, tax evasion, and money laundering. The government agency TMSF will now manage Can Holding's assets, including media and educational institutions.Key Facts
- Turkiye prosecutors seized the assets of Can Holding, a group with 121 companies.
- Can Holding owns major TV channels like Haberturk, Show TV, and Bloomberg HT.
- Ten executives from Can Holding were ordered arrested on fraud charges.
- The charges include fraud, tax evasion, and money laundering.
- The TMSF, a government agency, will manage Can Holding's companies.
- Three top executives were detained in early morning police raids.
- Can Holding owns parts of Tekfen Holding, but Tekfen's shares aren't affected.
- Turkiye's media oversight has increased, raising concerns among observers.
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