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Court of Cassation 'violating Constitution' by not releasing MP Atalay

Court of Cassation 'violating Constitution' by not releasing MP Atalay

Prof. Kaboğlu and Prof. Özsoy-Boyunsuz have commented on the top appeals court's decision to refuse to release Can Atalay and the expressions criticizing the Constitutional Court in the verdict.

14 July 2023 Vecih Cuzdan

On Can Atalay's parliamentary immunity

On Can Atalay's parliamentary immunity

"The Court of Cassation is teaching the Constitutional Court what it can and cannot do, and how it should interpret a provision of the Constitution. From the point of view of the Court of Cassation, which has forgotten that it is the Constitutional Court that is the final body to interpret the provisions of the Constitution, the Constitutional Court is no longer necessary."

14 July 2023 Sibel İnceoğlu

New footage reveals aftermath of deadly attack on Şenyaşar Family by MP's bodyguards

New footage reveals aftermath of deadly attack on Şenyaşar Family by MP's bodyguards

The family had suffered the loss of three members in two separate attacks in 2018. Footage that has recently come to light reveals numerous bullet holes and large gaps in the ceiling of the room.

Turkey maintains rent increase cap, housing sales decline amid exorbitant prices

Turkey maintains rent increase cap, housing sales decline amid exorbitant prices

Despite the cap, the rents doubled in the country on average. Eviction cases also soared, with property owners seeking new tenants to avoid the cap.

Parliament passes omnibus bill with salary increases, tax hikes

Parliament passes omnibus bill with salary increases, tax hikes

Some of the tax hikes aim to compensate for the financial losses caused by the devastating earthquakes in February, according to the approved legislation.

Erdoğan allies express support for gender-segregated schools

Erdoğan allies express support for gender-segregated schools

"No one should be forced to send their children to co-educational institutions," said a HÜDA-PAR deputy, describing co-education as "coercion."

Court of Cassation rejects MP Can Atalay's release request

Court of Cassation rejects MP Can Atalay's release request

After his sentencing in the Gezi Park case, Atalay was elected an MP. Unlike similar situations in the past, the high court refused to release him.

Roma community in Turkey faces deepening challenges after Covid-19 pandemic, warns study

Roma community in Turkey faces deepening challenges after Covid-19 pandemic, warns study

From economic challenges to lack of access to services and discrimination, a new report highlights the problems faced by the Roma community in Turkey in the wake of the pandemic.

Smuggled Zeugma tombstone repatriated to Turkey

Smuggled Zeugma tombstone repatriated to Turkey

"This artifact carries a powerful narrative of separation, sorrow, and unwavering devotion, allowing us to connect with a human story that spans nearly 2,200 years," the culture and tourism minister has said.

UN Security Council reiterates 'federal solution' proposal in Cyprus

UN Security Council reiterates 'federal solution' proposal in Cyprus

The Security Council called on the parties in Cyprus to return to formal negotiations and reiterated its proposal for a solution as "a comprehensive and just settlement based on a bicommunal, bizonal federation."

Court blocks access to reports about employment agency official's deceptive conduct towards job-seeking women

Court blocks access to reports about employment agency official's deceptive conduct towards job-seeking women

Gıyas Güven was accused of enticing women seeking employment by promising them jobs and engaging in sexual relationships with them.

'Maserati cop' found shot in head in possible suicide amid controversy

'Maserati cop' found shot in head in possible suicide amid controversy

A police officer who made headlines across the country due to a dispute he was involved in while driving a Maserati was found dead inside a vehicle. Many questions surrounding the incident remain unanswered and demand clarification.

Court cancels road plan dividing Atatürk Forest Farm into pieces

Court cancels road plan dividing Atatürk Forest Farm into pieces

In the court case filed by the Chamber of Architects Ankara branch, the court cancelled the construction plans disintegrating the Atatürk Forest Farm.

bianet's book on press freedom referenced during parliamentary discussions

bianet's book on press freedom referenced during parliamentary discussions

Green Left MP Ayşegül Doğan made reference to the book while discussing violations of freedom of expression against Kurdish media outlets.

Floods in Turkey's Black Sea region claim three lives, minister confirms

Floods in Turkey's Black Sea region claim three lives, minister confirms

Floods after torrential rainfall have affected several cities in Turkey's north, resulting in waterlogging, landslises and rockfalls.

Soldiers torture shepherds in Diyarbakır, share video on TikTok

Soldiers torture shepherds in Diyarbakır, share video on TikTok

Lawyers' groups have filed criminal complaints against the soldiers responsible for the violence on varios charges including "torture" and "deprivation of liberty."

Elyas's lawyer warns once again: 'Elyas's life is at risk'

Elyas's lawyer warns once again: 'Elyas's life is at risk'

Elyas was attacked by a man, whom they believe is an ISIS member, the lawyer said, and called on the UNHCR to take immediate action.

Gezi Park trial: Çiğdem Mater hopes for fair judgment in top court

Gezi Park trial: Çiğdem Mater hopes for fair judgment in top court

"I maintain my hope that there are judges in the Court of Cassation who will take into account the law, the Constitution, and international treaties," said Mater, who was given a 18-year prison term in the case.

Many greet released journalists coming out of prison in Diyarbakır

Many greet released journalists coming out of prison in Diyarbakır

Fifteen imprisoned journalists released by the court yesterday in Diyarbakır have come out of prison in the evening.

LGBTI+ activists unfurl rainbow flags in Ankara against bans

LGBTI+ activists unfurl rainbow flags in Ankara against bans

Activists in the capital city mark the Pride Week with various events.

Turkey ranks third in police force ratio in Europe

Turkey ranks third in police force ratio in Europe

Recent Eurostat data shows Turkey had 568 police officers per 100,000 people in 2021, surpassed only by Montenegro and Serbia.

Court releases fifteen Kurdish journalists in Diyarbakır

Court releases fifteen Kurdish journalists in Diyarbakır

After 13 months behind bars without appearing in court, Serdar Altan, Aziz Oruç, Mehmet Ali Ertaş, Zeynel Abidin Bulut, Ömer Çelik, Mazlum Güler, İbrahim Koyuncu, Neşe Toprak, Elif Üngür, Abdurrahman Öncü, Suat Doğuhan, Remziye Temel, Ramazan Geciken, Lezgin Akdeniz, and Mehmet Şahin are to be released today pending trial.

Top court holds power to release MP Atalay with interim verdict, says parliament speaker

Top court holds power to release MP Atalay with interim verdict, says parliament speaker

One of the eight convicts of the Gezi Park case, Can Atalay, a prominent human rights defender, has not been released despite being elected an MP.

İstanbul Municipality intiates collaboration with Tate Modern

İstanbul Municipality intiates collaboration with Tate Modern

The municipality's cultural assets director hosted an official form Tate Modern at Artİstanbul Feshane, which will be at the center of the collaboration.

Education minister's statement on opening girls' schools draws backlash from opposition

Education minister's statement on opening girls' schools draws backlash from opposition

The minister said they may open girls' schools as some families don't want their daughters to study with boys.

Minister of Education: 'We should be able to open girls' schools'

Minister of Education: 'We should be able to open girls' schools'

Minister Yusuf Tekin argued that the reason that families do not send their girls to school is that they say, "I do not want to send my girl to a school together with the boys."

HRW calls for 'end to injustice' in Gezi Park case following top prosecutor's opinion

HRW calls for 'end to injustice' in Gezi Park case following top prosecutor's opinion

"The Gezi trial is a mockery of justice and exemplifies Turkey's rule of law and human rights crisis," a HRW official has said.

Biden hails Turkey's backing of Sweden's NATO admission at meeting with Erdoğan

Biden hails Turkey's backing of Sweden's NATO admission at meeting with Erdoğan

President Erdoğan said a new phase of cooperation is beginning between his country and the US.

'Zoning olive groves to housing will do away with our agricultural land'

'Zoning olive groves to housing will do away with our agricultural land'

Adnan Çobanoğlu of Çiftçi-Sen, a farmers' union, talked to bianet about the draft law which will zone forested lands and olive groves to housing.

12 July 2023 Zeynep Akat

Court rejects indictment against arrested journalist Merdan Yanardağ

Court rejects indictment against arrested journalist Merdan Yanardağ

Yanardağ was remanded in custody after he criticized the prison conditions of PKK leader Öcalan.

Water truck driver injured in forest fire loses his life in hospital

Water truck driver injured in forest fire loses his life in hospital

Mustafa Gürpınar was working for the Gaziemir Department of Forestry in İzmir.

Will the workplaces be closed on extreme heat days?

Will the workplaces be closed on extreme heat days?

Worker's Party of Turkey Chairperson Erkan Baş submitted a parliamentary question and asked if the workplaces will be closed in order to protect workers health and reduce their life-threatening risks.

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