Turkish Courts Sentence Journalists Over Commentary and Posts

Turkish courts have sentenced multiple journalists to prison, with charges stemming from their television commentary and social media posts. These rulings raise concerns about press freedom in the country.

15 Apr, 16:00 — 15 Apr, 16:00

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Turkish court sentences 3 journalists over TV commentary

A Turkish court on Tuesday sentenced three journalists over remarks made on a television program, convicting them on charges of spreading disinformation and violating confidentiality, the Media and Law Studies Association (MLSA) reported. The case concerned comments aired on the “Kayda Geçsin” (Let It Be on the Record) program on pro-opposition Halk TV in October […] The post Turkish court sentences 3 journalists over TV commentary appeared first on Stockholm Center for Freedom.

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