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Families of the Disappeared Call Prosecutors to Take Action

INTERNATIONAL WEEK AGAINST FORCED DISAPPEARANCES

Families of the Disappeared Call Prosecutors to Take Action

In a joint press release during the International Week against Enforced Disappearances, the families of the disappeared urged the Ergenekon prosecutors to try the Ergenekon defendants who are responsible for enforced disappearances for 'crimes against humanity'.

Labour Day Finally Back in Taksim Square!

1 May 2010

Labour Day Finally Back in Taksim Square!

For the first time in 32 years, Taksim Square was open to the public for a celebration of the labour movement and a call for more rights.

Abortion after Rape: Judge Ignored the Law

Abortion after Rape: Judge Ignored the Law

The Turkish law allows abortion until the 20th week of pregnancy in case a woman got pregnant because of rape. Yet, a judge dismissed the request for abortion, saying that he would not be exploited for murder. Rights defenders criticized the decision.

"Governor of Samsun Neglected His Duty"

ATTACK ON AHMET TÜRK

"Governor of Samsun Neglected His Duty"

The Platform for a Peaceful and Democratic Solution filed a criminal complaint against Governor Güzeloğlu from Samsun. The platform holds Güzeloğlu responsible for the attack on Kurdish politician Ahmet Türk and demands his resignation.

Former Intelligence Officer Admits Neglect of Police in Dink Murder

Former Intelligence Officer Admits Neglect of Police in Dink Murder

In yesterday's hearing of the case against journalist Şener based on his book about the murder of Turkish-Armenian jounalist Dink, former Head of Intelligence Uzun admitted negligence of the police prior to the assassination. He said the murder could have been prevented.

Demonstration for Democratic Constitution Ends with Tear Gas

Demonstration for Democratic Constitution Ends with Tear Gas

The police intervened with tear gas and truncheons against demonstrators voicing their opinions on a democratic constitution in Kadıköy/Istanbul during the weekend. The meeting was attended by 5,000 people, among them members of political parties and non-governmental organizations.

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