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Forced disappearances, arbitrary detentions in Turkey discussed at UNHRC event

Forced disappearances, arbitrary detentions in Turkey discussed at UNHRC event

Human rights advocates highlighted legal harassment against human rights activists and the prevailing impunity concerning forced disappearances.

20 September 2023

UN Universal Periodic Review: Turkey Criticized About Freedom of Expression

UN Universal Periodic Review: Turkey Criticized About Freedom of Expression

More than 50 countries have made recommendations and criticism about the pressure on journalists and rights defenders in Turkey.

30 January 2020 Erol Önderoğlu

bianet Report not Congruent with Minister Çiçek's Explanations...

UN HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL

bianet Report not Congruent with Minister Çiçek's Explanations...

Deputy Prime Minister Çiçek said at the UN Human Rights Council that "judicial decisions related to press freedom are given only for the reason of propaganda for a terrorist organization". Yet, both the Anti-Terror Law and the Criminal Code are full of restrictions...

19 May 2010 Erol Önderoğlu