Newspaper Falsely Reports Grandfather Slapped Child, Grandfather Affirms Love for Grandson
President Erdogan waits in line to vote at Saffet Cebi Secondary School in Üsküdar and has a friendly exchange with a fellow voter while waiting. However, the encounter sparked controversy due to misinformation spread by a well-known newspaper.
A voter who noticed President Erdogan behind him commented, “Come in,” to which Erdogan replied, “It’s your turn.” Erdogan’s grandson, Ali Tahir, was also present, and Erdogan affectionately caressed his cheek. However, a well-known newspaper published a false report stating that Erdogan had slapped his grandson.
Erdogan expressed his disappointment in the media’s disinformation, stating that the publication’s false report was at an unacceptable level. Erdogan’s encounter highlights the importance of truthful journalism and the need to combat the spread of fake news.
