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The Ministry of the Interior decided to deport US American journalist Hess. Hess' lawyer Akbaş said they would apply to the European Court of Human Rights and referred to the case of Norma Cox who was expelled and won her case at the international court.

American journalist Jake Hess will remain under detention for a third day. IPS has stated that Hess is not an agency reporter but a freelance journalist. The agency said that they are closely following Hess’ situation.

American journalist Jake Hess has been detained on allegations that he is "aiding PKK;” He is currently at the Diyarbakir Anti-Terrorism Branch.