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RSF denounces killing of radio presenter Özsu
RSF denounces killing of radio presenter Özsu
Making a statement after radio presenter Hazım Özsu was killed in Bursa, Reporters Without Borders has said, “The RSF condemns this heinous murder perpetrated in a country where impunity is the rule.”
17 March 2021
‘Attack on journalists in Kadıköy targets people’s right to learn truths’
JOURNALISM ORGANIZATIONS
‘Attack on journalists in Kadıköy targets people’s right to learn truths’
Halk TV journalists Yılmaz and Erkmen were hit by plastic bullets, documentary filmmaker Kızıl was wounded in his brow and journalist Akgül was battered up during the police intervention into Boğaziçi protests. Journalism organizations slam police violence.
3 February 2021
Freedom of expression in Turkey in numbers
Freedom of expression in Turkey in numbers
Releasing a figures-based overview of press freedom and freedom of expression in Turkey, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has indicated that over 200 journalists have been imprisoned in Turkey over the past five years.
1 February 2021
'Attacks on journalists are a symbol of impunity'
'Attacks on journalists are a symbol of impunity'
We have spoken with representatives of journalism organizations after recent attacks against journalists.
21 January 2021 Hikmet Adal
RSF: Turkey should repeal 'lèse-majesté' legislation
RSF: Turkey should repeal 'lèse-majesté' legislation
More than 100 media employees have stood trial for "insulting the president" since Erdoğan's election in 2014, according to the RSF.
20 October 2020
Press freedom in Turkey: At least 347 news articles censored in 3 months
NEW SOCIAL MEDIA LAW IN EFFECT
Press freedom in Turkey: At least 347 news articles censored in 3 months
After the new social media law entered into force yesterday, the RSF has expressed concerns about the “use of the Internet to censor outspoken journalists in Turkey, where new legislation gives the government much more control over social media platforms.”
2 October 2020
‘There cannot be democracy without press freedom’
5-DAY BLACKOUT ON TELE 1
‘There cannot be democracy without press freedom’
Journalism organizations denounce the five-day blackout imposed on TELE 1: “In our eyes, RTÜK is a political structure that has cut its ties with the institutionalization of a democratic society. There is no other solution than advising our colleagues to be careful.”
3 September 2020 Hikmet Adal
Turkey Ranks 154th in RSF Press Freedom Index
Turkey Ranks 154th in RSF Press Freedom Index
Censorship of websites and social media in the country "has reached unprecedented levels," says the RSF.
21 April 2020
‘Release All Journalists from Prison’
COVID-19
‘Release All Journalists from Prison’
In the wake of a ban on prison visits as part of coronavirus measures, Journalists’ Association of Turkey (TGC) and Reporters Without Borders (RSF) have made a call for the release of all arrested journalists in Turkey.
18 March 2020
RSF, 13 Journalists File a Criminal Complaint About Police Violence in France
RSF, 13 Journalists File a Criminal Complaint About Police Violence in France
Reporters Without Borders and 13 journalists have filed a criminal complaint about the police violence against journalists covering “yellow vests” protests in France. Anadolu Agency reporter Mustafa Yalçın was also injured during the protests.
24 December 2019
EU Denounces Arrest of Altan: Freedom of Expression Key to Functioning Democracy
EU Denounces Arrest of Altan: Freedom of Expression Key to Functioning Democracy
After the İstanbul 27th Heavy Penal Court has accepted the objection against the release of journalist and writer Ahmet Altan, the EU and international freedom of expression organizations have denounced his renewed imprisonment.
13 November 2019
‘UN Resolutions Stipulate That Journalists Must be Protected in Conflict Regions’
‘UN Resolutions Stipulate That Journalists Must be Protected in Conflict Regions’
According to a report by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), 44 of 80 journalists killed in 2018 lost their lives in conflict regions. RSF Representative to Turkey Önderoğlu has said, “Conflicting sides must protect the civilians in the region”.
15 October 2019 Hikmet Adal
World Reacts to Access Block on bianet
World Reacts to Access Block on bianet
International organizations Reporters Without Borders (RSF), European Federation of Journalists (EFJ), Amnesty International Turkey and International Press Institute (IPI) have denounced the access block imposed on bianet.
7 August 2019
21 International Organizations Condemn SETA Report on Journalists
21 International Organizations Condemn SETA Report on Journalists
21 international organizations have become signatories to a statement by the RSF, condemning the SETA report on journalists: “Such a witch-hunt is especially dangerous in the tension and political polarization currently characterizing Turkish society.”
10 July 2019
RSF: Economy Reporters Harassed in Turkey
RSF: Economy Reporters Harassed in Turkey
RSF Turkey representative Önderoğlu has said, "Turkey has nothing to gain by burying its head in the sand," on the lawsuits against three reporters because of their articles.
21 June 2019
18 International Organizations Send Letter to Erdoğan for Journalists Demirağ and Özyol
18 International Organizations Send Letter to Erdoğan for Journalists Demirağ and Özyol
18 international freedom of press and expression organizations have sent a letter to President Erdoğan for the recently attacked journalists Yavuz Selim Demirağ and İdris Özyol: “Publicly denounce these acts of violence and ensure journalist safety.”
17 May 2019
Who Controls the Media in Turkey?
MEDIA OWNERSHIP MONITOR - 2018 UPDATE
Who Controls the Media in Turkey?
The 2018 updates of the "Media Ownership Monitor (MOM) Project" by bianet and Reporters Without Borders Germany have been completed. Findings show that transparency in ownership and political affiliations has deteriorated in the last three years.
6 May 2019 Sinem Aydınlı
Turkey Ranks 157th in Freedom of Press
2019 WORLD PRESS FREEDOM INDEX BY RSF
Turkey Ranks 157th in Freedom of Press
Turkey has again ranked 157th among 180 countries in the 2019 World Press Freedom Index of Reporters Without Borders (RSF). Commenting on Turkey, the organization has underlined, “Turkey is the world’s biggest jailer of professional journalists.”
19 April 2019
‘We are Together Against the Attempt to Eliminate Civil Society’
JOINT STATEMENT BY RIGHTS DEFENDERS
‘We are Together Against the Attempt to Eliminate Civil Society’
Holding a joint press conference, rights defenders have stated that “they stand together against the attempts to eliminate independent civil society.” They have also raised concerns about the indictment against Osman Kavala and 15 civil society representatives.
27 February 2019 Evrim Kepenek
Media Organizations Denounce Bahçeli’s Advertisement
Media Organizations Denounce Bahçeli’s Advertisement
Journalists’ Association of Turkey (TGC), Journalists’ Union of Turkey (TGS) and Reporters Without Borders (RSF) have denounced MHP Chair Bahçeli targeting journalists, researchers and academics with an advertisement.
26 June 2018
Turkey Ranks 157th in Freedom of Press
Turkey Ranks 157th in Freedom of Press
In 2018 World Press Freedom Index announced by Reporters Without Borders, Turkey has ranked the 157th among 180 countries. The organization has commented, “The witch hunt has come to a head since July 2016.”
25 April 2018
Erol Önderoğlu Granted Roosevelt Foundation Freedom of Speech and Expression Award
Erol Önderoğlu Granted Roosevelt Foundation Freedom of Speech and Expression Award
RSF Turkey representative and bianet correspondent Erol Önderoğlu has won the Roosevelt Foundation 2018 Freedom of Speech and Expression Award. “This award belongs to all those committed to free and ethical journalism and to upholding solidarity,” Önderoğlu has said.
8 February 2018
RSF: Government Tries to Control Every News Report
RSF: Government Tries to Control Every News Report
Denouncing prime minister delivering “coverage recommendations” to media representatives, the RSF has said, “the aim of the directives is to put the Turkish media at the service of the government and its war goals”.
24 January 2018
RSF: Turkey Continues to be the Biggest Jail for Journalists
RSF: Turkey Continues to be the Biggest Jail for Journalists
According to the annual report by the Reporters Without Borders, 65 journalists were killed; 326 were arrested; 54 were taken hostage and two journalists went missing in 2017. Turkey is one of the countries with the highest number of jailed journalists.
19 December 2017 Elif Akgül
Önderoğlu: ‘Case Should Result in a Positive Way Not Only For Us But For All Friends in Solidarity’
ÖZGÜR GÜNDEM TRIALS
Önderoğlu: ‘Case Should Result in a Positive Way Not Only For Us But For All Friends in Solidarity’
The latest hearing in the trial of Özgür Gündem daily Editors-in-Chief on Watch Şebnem Korur Fincancı, Erol Önderoğlu and Ahmet Nesin was held today.
8 June 2017
Erol Önderoğlu Receives SEEMO Award For Better Understanding in South East Europe
Erol Önderoğlu Receives SEEMO Award For Better Understanding in South East Europe
Dr. Erhard Busek - SEEMO Award for Better Understanding in South, East and Central Europe has been granted to bianet rapporteur and RSF Turkey representative Erol Önderoğlu.
25 November 2016
RSF Places Erdoğan on List of Predator of Press Freedom
RSF Places Erdoğan on List of Predator of Press Freedom
Erdoğan has taken place in RSF’s list of “Predator of Press Freedom”. Turkey was lastly on the list in 2002 with former Chief of General Staff Hüseyin Kıvrıkoğlu.
2 November 2016
‘Who Owns the Media in Turkey?’
MEDIA OWNERSHIP MONITOR PROJECT
‘Who Owns the Media in Turkey?’
The results of the three-month joint project "Media Ownership Monitor (MOM) Turkey" run by IPS Communication Foundation/ bianet and Reporter ohne Grenzen, have been were presented.
27 October 2016 Elif Akgül
'Media Ownership Monitor Turkey' Project by bianet, Reporter ohne Grenzen Presented at Press Conference
'Media Ownership Monitor Turkey' Project by bianet, Reporter ohne Grenzen Presented at Press Conference
The results of the joint project "Media Ownership Monitor (MOM) Turkey" run by IPS Communication Foundation/ bianet and Reporter ohne Grenzen, the German wing of RSF (Reporters without Borders) were presented at a press conference.
27 October 2016 Elif Akgül
bianet, RSF Present ‘Who Owns the Media?’
bianet, RSF Present ‘Who Owns the Media?’
IPS Communication Foundation / bianet and Reporter Ohne Grenzen, German wing of RSF, will present the results of their joint project “Media Ownership Monitor” in the meeting “Who Owns the Media?”.
27 October 2016
UN Secretary General: Release Erol Önderoğlu
UN Secretary General: Release Erol Önderoğlu
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon meeting with the RSF has demanded immediate release of RSF Turkey Representative Erol Önderoğlu.
22 June 2016
Protest Against Korur Fincancı, Önderoğlu, Nesin Getting Arrested
Protest Against Korur Fincancı, Önderoğlu, Nesin Getting Arrested
Those gathered in front of Çağlayan Court to act in solidarity with Önderoğlu, Korur Fincancı and Nesin arrested for having participated in Özgür Gündem daily’s Editor-in-Chief on Watch campaign have protested the court decision.
21 June 2016 Elif Akgül
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