In Izmir, an important decision was made in the case of bagging US soldiers. 14 out of 15 defendants were acquitted, with only TGB President Kayahan Çetin receiving a fine.

The trial took place at the Izmir 13th Criminal Court. The defendants did not attend the hearing, but their lawyers presented their defenses. The court decided to acquit the 14 defendants while imposing a fine of 10,000 lira on Kayahan Çetin.

The incident occurred on September 2, 2024, on Cyprus Martyrs Street in Alsancak. During the incident, 15 people were detained, and 10 were arrested.

Defense lawyers argued that their clients' actions were merely a form of protest. The court took this defense into account and decided to acquit them.

This case highlights the significance of social events and protests in the judicial process in Turkey. Developments in Izmir have resonated widely in the public sphere.