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Turkish Pensioners Intensify Protests Over Insufficient Government Pension Raises

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First reported by Ynet · Jul 9, 2026

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Turkish pensioners are protesting against President Erdogan's government over insufficient pension increases amid rising living costs, demanding higher pensions and better social security. The government raised pensions by up to 17.7%, but retirees say this does not match inflation. Political opposition supports pensioners' calls for larger raises and improved welfare.

01Turkish pensioners protest against inadequate pension raises amid rising living costs.
02Government raised pensions by 17.7% for social security retirees and 13.5% for state employees.
03Pensioners claim inflation data used is inaccurate and costs for essentials keep rising.
04Minimum state pension will be about 31,527 lira monthly, far less than Erdogan's 354,497 lira salary.
05İYİ Party criticizes raise and proposes law for minimum 40% future pension increases.
06Protests are nonpartisan and aim to pressure government for better pensions and social security.

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