ALBAWABA - An investigation was launched into alleged drug use by authorities in Turkey, and popular celebrities were held for being involved in the biggest drug operation in the country.
The drug operation in Istanbul, which was launched on October 8, has caused a massive shock among Turkey’s entertainment community, as top celebrities have undergone drug tests, questioned over narcotics allegations.
Turkish outlets said some celebrities, who were called on Wednesday, would be released after the blood tests.

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List of Turkish stars held in Istanbul drug operation:
According to Hurriyet Daily News, here is a list of celebrities, which includes singers, stars and influencers, who were summoned in the Istanbul drug operation:
- Demet Evgar
- Özge Özpirinçci
- Mert Yazıcıoğlu
- Kaan Yıldırım
- Kubilay Aka
- Berrak Tüzünataç
- Meriç Aral
- Singer Hadise Açıkgöz
- İrem Derici
- Influencer Duygu Özaslan
- Influencers Dilan and Engin Polat.