reports in RIGHTS category

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.

Six arrested for 'terrorist propaganda' after Newroz celebrations

Six arrested for 'terrorist propaganda' after Newroz celebrations

Newroz was celebrated with large gatherings across the country on Sunday. In the following day, police detained 35 individuals during house raids in İzmir.

Sixteen migrants, including children, killed as boat sinks off Çanakkale coast

Sixteen migrants, including children, killed as boat sinks off Çanakkale coast

Four people have been rescued while four children have been killed.

Statement from Demirtaş's lawyers: Shoe removal requirement comes to an end

Statement from Demirtaş's lawyers: Shoe removal requirement comes to an end

"The Demirtaş Defense Team" announced that, upon the directive of the Ministry of Justice, the practice of 'removing shoes' during lawyer visits concerning Selahattin Demirtaş has been terminated.

Gazi Massacre commemorated on 29th anniversary

Gazi Massacre commemorated on 29th anniversary

Relatives of the victims demanded the trial of those responsible for the massacre.

İbrahim K. who killed Eros sentenced to 2 years and 6 months

İbrahim K. who killed Eros sentenced to 2 years and 6 months

İbrahim K. has been sentenced to 2 years and 6 months in prison and has been banned from traveling abroad after kicking Eros to death. Advocates for justice gathered at the courthouse, declaring, "We know that he will not have to stay in prison with this sentence. We do not accept the verdict."

"The sole reason for the arrests is depositing money to prisoners"

"The sole reason for the arrests is depositing money to prisoners"

Rights organizations, commenting on the judicial pressure faced by those depositing money to prisoners, stated in a press release that they will stand against this injustice.

ECtHR sentences Turkey for violation of right to a fair trial

ECtHR sentences Turkey for violation of right to a fair trial

Orhan Şahin had received life sentence.

12 March 2024 Ayça Söylemez

Support rallies for Gaza held in 30 cities: 'Trade with Israel, betrayal to Palestine'

Support rallies for Gaza held in 30 cities: 'Trade with Israel, betrayal to Palestine'

In the demonstrations calling for the complete cessation of all relations with Israel, it was stated, "Either stop chanting slogans for Gaza in shame or take real steps."

Tuğçe Yılmaz

Academic for Peace İsmail Akça: The proceedings are completely arbitrary

Academic for Peace İsmail Akça: The proceedings are completely arbitrary

Associate Professor Dr. İsmet Akça, who was dismissed through a decree-law published in 2017, reminded that there is no legal justification for the rejection of his request to return to the university, citing the decision of the Constitutional Court.

Ayça Söylemez

Prisoner battered after refusing strip search

Prisoner battered after refusing strip search

The prisoner alleges that the police told her, "We don't recognize the Constitution or the law here, do you undress or not, tell us that."

4 March 2024 Ayça Söylemez

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