Turkish Journalists Association: We Never Forget Hrant Dink

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Turkish Journalists Association (TGC) Chair Turgay Olcayto has made a statement commemorating the 12th anniversary of journalist Hrant Dink's murder, saying, "Revelation of those who killed Hrant Dink and those who instigated the killers should be the primary duty of the Turkish justice."

Olcayto has said, "In the 12th anniversary of Dink's departure as a result of a treacherous attack, we commemorate him with love and yearning" and added, "Hrant Dink, who made efforts for years for togetherness and friendship of Turkish and Armenian peoples, was a value for the society because of his belief in democracy and human-focused works."

"We want the judicial process to conclude as soon as possible"

"Frankly, I wonder if the circles which made Hrant a target for hitmen by spreading hate speech feel the slightest pang of conscience.

"For 12 years, there is no hope in the lawsuits in terms of justice being served. We want and expect the ongoing trials, which were postponed to March, to conclude as soon as possible.

"Hrant Dink was our colleague, friend and a proficient, human-focused journalist who defended peace in every platform.

"We have never forgotten him. The pain is in our hearts all the time. We hope that media targeting journalists, artists and intellectuals will not be allowed to do this hereafter. Rest in peace, good person." (HA/VK)