Expert report in Kazdağları case claims 6,000-hectare area examined by drone in 20 minutes

An expert report prepared in a lawsuit over the Halilağa Copper Mine project by Truva Copper Mining Operations AŞ, a subsidiary of Cengiz Holding, in the Kazdağları region has triggered controversy. According to reporting by Cumhuriyet Newspaper, the project area in the Bayramiç district of Çanakkale, spanning over 6,000 hectares, was evaluated by experts using only a 20-minute drone examination.

Environmental organizations and lawyers following the case argue that this timeframe is insufficient to scientifically examine such a large area. Kazdağları is known as one of Turkey's most sensitive regions in terms of biological diversity, and the project has previously sparked significant public opposition to various mining initiatives in the area.

It remains unclear whether the court will accept the report as evidence or whether a new expert will be appointed.