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UN Universal Periodic Review: Turkey Criticized About Freedom of Expression

UN Universal Periodic Review: Turkey Criticized About Freedom of Expression

More than 50 countries have made recommendations and criticism about the pressure on journalists and rights defenders in Turkey.

30 January 2020 Erol Önderoğlu

LGBTI+ Events Not Banned in Ankara, Alleges Turkey in Universal Periodic Review

LGBTI+ Events Not Banned in Ankara, Alleges Turkey in Universal Periodic Review

Responding to the comments and criticisms about Turkey at the UN Universal Periodic Review, Deputy Foreign Minister has denied the systematic bans on LGBTI+ events. All LGBTI+ events have been indefinitely banned in Ankara for over 2 years.

29 January 2020

Universal Periodic Review of Turkey Starts

Universal Periodic Review of Turkey Starts

The review of Turkey at the UN Human Rights Council will continue until January 30.

28 January 2020

HRW: UN Review Should Address Sharp Decline of Rights in Turkey

HRW: UN Review Should Address Sharp Decline of Rights in Turkey

"Turkey's disregard of human rights is a disservice to its citizens, who deserve to live with dignity and freedom," HRW's Williamson said ahead of the Universal Public Review

27 January 2020