Bosch Pulls Mother’s Day Ad in Türkiye After Backlash

German appliance giant Bosch has withdrawn its recent Mother’s Day advertisement in Türkiye following severe public backlash over its portrayal of families. While the company’s European campaign featured traditional families with children, the Turkish version notably highlighted women with pets instead. This stark contrast sparked outrage among Turkish citizens, who accused the brand of culturally insensitive messaging that undermines traditional family values and promotes a childless lifestyle. Critics argued that while pets are cherished, they should not replace the core family unit of parents and children in media representations. In response to the growing controversy and accusations of a double standard, Bosch promptly pulled the advertisement from circulation.