Diyanet Funding Boost: Turkey is set to raise the Religious Affairs Directorate’s budget by over 30% to about $4.73 billion in 2027, expanding the agency’s domestic and overseas footprint and reigniting criticism from opposition and academics. Regional Security Cooperation: Kazakhstan President Tokayev met Turkic States Organization interior chiefs, urging tighter law-enforcement coordination amid global instability and announcing new security structures. Istanbul Sports Drama: Fenerbahçe’s Ismail Kartal resigned after the club’s 1-1 draw with Roma, but president Aziz Yıldırım insisted Kartal “remains in charge,” citing an incident where a bottle was thrown at the coach. Champions League Night: Como debuted in style with a 4-1 win over Leipzig, Bayern crushed Bodo/Glimt 5-0, and Fenerbahçe drew Roma 1-1 in Istanbul. Wildfires in Antalya: Massive blazes in Aksu and Kepez forced evacuations, shut a key highway, and deployed hundreds of firefighters and aircraft. Turkey-Egypt Drone Deal: Ankara and Cairo launched joint HAMZA-1 UAV production and signed an export agreement, aiming to scale sales across Africa. Israel Names New Envoy to Turkey: Israel appointed Joel Lion as chargé d’affaires as bilateral tensions continue to escalate.