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ARDHAN GOVERNOR REMOVED FROM DUTY: PROTESTS AND PETITION CAMPAIGNS CONTINUE
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time at the MetLife Stadium in New York to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The historic tournament, hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico with 48 teams for the first time, came to a close on July 19, 2026.
ARDHAN GOVERNOR REMOVED FROM DUTY: PROTESTS AND PETITION CAMPAIGNS CONTINUE
According to the latest appointment decision published in the Official Gazette, Ardahan Governor Mehmet Fatih Çiçekli has been dismissed and replaced by Ömer Hilmi Yamlı, the District Governor of Gaziantep Şehitkamil. It is claimed that the governor was removed because he wore tights. The public, who say the governor has been successful, continue protests and signature campaigns to ensure he stays. The governor had recently organized a major Bicycle Festival in Ardahan.
SIGNATURE CAMPAIGNS GROWING ACROSS ARDAHAN
THOUSANDS SAY “LET OUR GOVERNOR STAY”
