Paramount’s WBD acquisition cleared in Turkey, with commitments
( August 27, 2026, 11:51 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The Turkish competition authority has allowed Paramount Skydance’s intended acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, under the condition that Paramount exits UIP, a film-distribution joint venture. The buyer has also committed to make theatrically released films available for licensing to third-party platforms in Turkey, and to extend the term of the existing agreements concluded with Turkish TV broadcasters.Press release follows....
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