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Pro-Palestinian youth group members allege mistreatment in police custody

Pro-Palestinian youth group members allege mistreatment in police custody

Members of the 1000 Youth For Palestine group were among dozens of individuals detained for attempting to march to the banned Taksim Square on May Day.

6 May 2024 Evrim Kepenek

Dozens detained in İstanbul raids targeting leftist groups following May Day

Dozens detained in İstanbul raids targeting leftist groups following May Day

Several groups attempted to march to Taksim Square, where the celebrations were prohibited despite a Constitutional Court ruling.

Two rights advocates acquitted over ‘Armenian Genocide’ remarks

Two rights advocates acquitted over ‘Armenian Genocide’ remarks

Human Rights Association Co-Chair Eren Keskin and member Güllistan YArkın stood trial for “insulting the Turkish nation.”

2 May 2024 Evrim Kepenek

Over 200 detained during İstanbul May Day events

Over 200 detained during İstanbul May Day events

The İstanbul governor has continued the ban on celebrations in Taksim Square which has been in place since 2013.

Court of Cassation upholds sentences in Progressive Lawyers Association case

Court of Cassation upholds sentences in Progressive Lawyers Association case

Eighteen lawyers were sentenced to 159 years in prison on “terrorism-related” charges in 2019. The top appeals court has upheld the sentences of lawyers Selçuk Kozağaçlı and lawyer Barkın Timtik.

Parents of slain Gabonese student seek justice amid lack of progress in trial

Parents of slain Gabonese student seek justice amid lack of progress in trial

The events of the night when 17-year-old Dina died remain shrouded in darkness. Feminist lawyers that authorities are reluctant to solve the case.

30 April 2024 Evrim Kepenek

Ayça Söylemez

Tahir Elçi killing: Prosecution seeks acquittal of all police officers

Tahir Elçi killing: Prosecution seeks acquittal of all police officers

Elçi, the then-chair of the Diyarbakır Bar Association, was killed in 2015 during a shootout between police officers and Kurdish armed militia.

30 April 2024 Ayça Söylemez

82-year-old ill prisoner denied house arrest

82-year-old ill prisoner denied house arrest

Suffering from multiple health issues, Makbule Özer was re-arrested this month.

Police batter refugee woman, detain journalist who filmed it

Police batter refugee woman, detain journalist who filmed it

The police’s attempt to detain the woman led to an altercation between the woman and the officers.

Allegations of sexual assault, drug addiction at Balıkesir removal center

Allegations of sexual assault, drug addiction at Balıkesir removal center

The report also outlines additional issues within the removal center, including allegations of detainees being subjected to hate speech by staff members, inadequate medical care, and a lack of basic necessities such as blankets and drinking water.

Two DEM members detained in Urfa raids

Two DEM members detained in Urfa raids

Details of the investigation is not yet clear.

Çorlu train derailment case concludes after 6 years

Çorlu train derailment case concludes after 6 years

Several state railway officials have received prison sentences for their responsibility in the 2018 incident that claimed 25 lives.

Zorlu Holding, SOCAR protested over ties to Israel at university event in İstanbul

Zorlu Holding, SOCAR protested over ties to Israel at university event in İstanbul

A pro-Palestinian youth group targeted the two companies making significant contributions to Israel's energy needs during an event held at Bahçeşehir University.

DEM Party Batman provincial office raided by police

DEM Party Batman provincial office raided by police

The raid was reportedly carried out based on an "anonymous tip" against the party’s youth assemblies.

Tuğçe Yılmaz

Armenian youths speak up: A 109-year-long mourning

Armenian youths speak up: A 109-year-long mourning

Two young Armenians from İstanbul explained their relationships with Armenian language and culture, their connection to İstanbul, and what April 24, 1915, means to them.

24 April 2024 Tuğçe Yılmaz

MP questions legal basis for penalizing relatives sending money to prisoners

MP questions legal basis for penalizing relatives sending money to prisoners

Recently, a 75-year-old woman was found guilty of ‘financing terrorism’ due to sending money for her daughter’s needs in prison.

DEM Party commemorates Armenian Genocide anniversary

DEM Party commemorates Armenian Genocide anniversary

"We must face this history, we must confront this murderous mentality,” said DEM MP Kezban Konukçu.

İstanbul governor bans Armenian Genocide remembrance event

İstanbul governor bans Armenian Genocide remembrance event

The Human Rights Association will hold an event titled "Recognize, Apologize, Compensate" in its office.

Two prisoners go on hunger strike in solidarity with ill and disabled inmate

Two prisoners go on hunger strike in solidarity with ill and disabled inmate

Rights defenders have urged authorities to address rights violations occurring in "high-security" prisons, which they describe as "literal coffins" for prisoners suffering from illnesses.

22 April 2024 Evrim Kepenek

Disabled access hindered by 'eco-friendly' ATMs in İstanbul's Kadıköy

Disabled access hindered by 'eco-friendly' ATMs in İstanbul's Kadıköy

Many ramps and walking paths in the conutry are either obstructed or altered, says the Association for a Barrier-Free Life, urging local administrations to address the issue.

19 April 2024 Ali Dinç

Ankara court rules police actions towards Somali restaruant were ‘racist’

Ankara court rules police actions towards Somali restaruant were ‘racist’

Constant police harassment led to the closure of Mohamed İsa Abdullah's restaurant, ultimately forcing him to return to his country upon losing his work permit.

Constitutional Court overturns mandatory uniform rule for prisoners

Constitutional Court overturns mandatory uniform rule for prisoners

The high court has found that the requirement to wear a specific uniform did not meet the necessary criteria for achieving the intended goal, as the current legal provisions suffice to address any disruptions caused by prisoners’ attire.

CoE Committee of Ministers urges Turkey to comply with ECtHR decision on Kavala

CoE Committee of Ministers urges Turkey to comply with ECtHR decision on Kavala

In 2019, the ECtHR's Grand Chamber ruled that Kavala's detention was in violation of his rights, ordering his immediate release. After Ankara refused to comply with the ruling, the Committee initiated an infringement process against Turkey in 2022.

Vandalism at the grave of Kurdish lawyer Medet Serhat

Vandalism at the grave of Kurdish lawyer Medet Serhat

A lawyer known for his advocacy of Kurdish people’s rights, Serhat was assassinated in 1994 in what is considered an extrajudicial killing.

Educators' union urges scrapping of intelligence agency's Children's Day event

Educators' union urges scrapping of intelligence agency's Children's Day event

The activities of institutions like MİT and Diyanet targeting children “exceed their constitutional boundaries and responsibilities,” according to the Eğitim-Sen union.

ECtHR prioritizes new application from Osman Kavala

ECtHR prioritizes new application from Osman Kavala

The European court will examine Turkey’s refusal to release the philanthropist despite its previous decision.

Constitutional Court annuls provision allowing 'trustee' appointments to associations

Constitutional Court annuls provision allowing 'trustee' appointments to associations

The high court annulled several articles in a sweeping law concerning protection of personal data and associations.

Eight detained over online hatred against African students in Karabük

Eight detained over online hatred against African students in Karabük

The crackdown follows a series of social media posts allegedly shared by by Karabük University students, claiming sexual encounters with African students led to hospital visits over concerns of potential HPV or HIV infections.

Ayça söylemez

‘How can there be water problem in a recently constructed prison?’

‘How can there be water problem in a recently constructed prison?’

Families of inmates held at the campus prison in Kırşehir described both the mistreatment suffered by prisoners and the difficulties they face during visits

26 March 2024 Ayça Söylemez

75-year-old seriously ill woman arrested for sending money to imprisoned daughter

75-year-old seriously ill woman arrested for sending money to imprisoned daughter

Hatice Yıldız received a prison sentence for "financing terrorism" because of sending money to her imprisoned daughter.

PKK leader Öcalan marks three years without communication with outside world

PKK leader Öcalan marks three years without communication with outside world

Öcalan's lawyers released a statement, calling for an end to his confinement.

Academic Nükhet Sirman detained over 'research subject under police surveillance’

Academic Nükhet Sirman detained over 'research subject under police surveillance’

Sirman was taken to the Smuggling Department of the Mersin Police.

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