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Turkey's Mass Trials of Protestors Highlight Erosion of Rights Under Erdogan
Turkey began mass trials on Friday for approximately 189 people involved in protests against the jailing of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan; the trials, criticized by Human Rights Watch for lack of evidence and incompatibility with democratic norms, ma...
Turkey's Mass Trials of Protestors Highlight Erosion of Rights Under Erdogan
Turkey began mass trials on Friday for approximately 189 people involved in protests against the jailing of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan; the trials, criticized by Human Rights Watch for lack of evidence and incompatibility with democratic norms, ma...
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Crackdown in Istanbul Following Mayor Imamoglu's Arrest
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest on March 19th on fabricated charges sparked widespread protests, prompting a heavy police response, restrictions on public transportation and intercity travel, and limitations on internet access. The government's actions are viewed as suppressing political diss...
Crackdown in Istanbul Following Mayor Imamoglu's Arrest
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest on March 19th on fabricated charges sparked widespread protests, prompting a heavy police response, restrictions on public transportation and intercity travel, and limitations on internet access. The government's actions are viewed as suppressing political diss...
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Germany Raids Target Eritrean Group Suspected of Violent Riots
German authorities conducted raids on March 26, 2025, targeting 17 Eritrean individuals suspected of involvement with the N'Hamedu Brigade, a group accused of violent riots and attacks on police, particularly during Eritrean events in Gießen and Stuttgart in 2022 and 2023; the investigation also inc...
Germany Raids Target Eritrean Group Suspected of Violent Riots
German authorities conducted raids on March 26, 2025, targeting 17 Eritrean individuals suspected of involvement with the N'Hamedu Brigade, a group accused of violent riots and attacks on police, particularly during Eritrean events in Gießen and Stuttgart in 2022 and 2023; the investigation also inc...
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Germany Raids Target Eritrean Terrorist Organization
German authorities conducted raids across six states targeting a suspected Eritrean terrorist organization following violent clashes at Eritrean events in Gießen and Stuttgart in 2022 and 2023; 17 suspects face charges, with around 90 individuals facing penalties for their involvement in the Stuttga...
Germany Raids Target Eritrean Terrorist Organization
German authorities conducted raids across six states targeting a suspected Eritrean terrorist organization following violent clashes at Eritrean events in Gießen and Stuttgart in 2022 and 2023; 17 suspects face charges, with around 90 individuals facing penalties for their involvement in the Stuttga...
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Russia Expands "Foreign Agent" Law, Introduces Harsher Penalties and Trials in Absentia
The Russian State Duma is preparing three bills to expand the definition of "foreign agents", introducing up to 7 years imprisonment with asset confiscation for aiding international organizations not involving Russia and enabling trials in absentia for those who have left Russia.
Russia Expands "Foreign Agent" Law, Introduces Harsher Penalties and Trials in Absentia
The Russian State Duma is preparing three bills to expand the definition of "foreign agents", introducing up to 7 years imprisonment with asset confiscation for aiding international organizations not involving Russia and enabling trials in absentia for those who have left Russia.
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Turkey's Crackdown on Dissent: Widespread Arrests and Investigations
Over the past five months, Turkey has witnessed a dramatic surge in arrests and investigations targeting journalists, politicians, union leaders, and various professional groups; the government's actions are increasingly seen as a means to stifle dissent and consolidate power ahead of the 2027 elect...
Turkey's Crackdown on Dissent: Widespread Arrests and Investigations
Over the past five months, Turkey has witnessed a dramatic surge in arrests and investigations targeting journalists, politicians, union leaders, and various professional groups; the government's actions are increasingly seen as a means to stifle dissent and consolidate power ahead of the 2027 elect...
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Turkey Cracks Down on Dissent Following Imamoglu's Arrest
On March 29th, tens of thousands protested in Istanbul against the imprisonment of opposition Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, leading to the arrest of numerous journalists and protestors, including minors, amidst a government crackdown on dissent.
Turkey Cracks Down on Dissent Following Imamoglu's Arrest
On March 29th, tens of thousands protested in Istanbul against the imprisonment of opposition Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, leading to the arrest of numerous journalists and protestors, including minors, amidst a government crackdown on dissent.
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Turkey Crackdown: 2,000 Detained Amidst Anti-Government Protests
Turkey's police are suppressing widespread anti-government protests sparked by the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, detaining nearly 2,000 people in eight days using water cannons and rubber bullets, facing criticism from the West and economic instability.
Turkey Crackdown: 2,000 Detained Amidst Anti-Government Protests
Turkey's police are suppressing widespread anti-government protests sparked by the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, detaining nearly 2,000 people in eight days using water cannons and rubber bullets, facing criticism from the West and economic instability.
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Turkish Opposition Accuses Ruling Party of Corruption, Undermining Democracy
Leaders of Turkey's Saadet, Gelecek, and DEVA parties jointly criticized the ruling party for corruption and undermining democracy at a parliamentary meeting, citing the Ankapark scandal and Reza Zarrab case, along with the imprisonment of opposition figures.
Turkish Opposition Accuses Ruling Party of Corruption, Undermining Democracy
Leaders of Turkey's Saadet, Gelecek, and DEVA parties jointly criticized the ruling party for corruption and undermining democracy at a parliamentary meeting, citing the Ankapark scandal and Reza Zarrab case, along with the imprisonment of opposition figures.
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Orbán Announces Crackdown on Media and NGOs in Hungary
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced a crackdown on media and NGOs receiving foreign funds, comparing them to insects and vowing to eliminate their "financial machinery" before the 2026 elections, escalating his conflict with the EU and facing pressure from a rising opposition party.
Orbán Announces Crackdown on Media and NGOs in Hungary
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced a crackdown on media and NGOs receiving foreign funds, comparing them to insects and vowing to eliminate their "financial machinery" before the 2026 elections, escalating his conflict with the EU and facing pressure from a rising opposition party.
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Istanbul Bar Association Faces Crackdown After Criticizing Turkish Government
Following the election of a new leadership critical of the Turkish government, the Istanbul Bar Association faces multiple investigations, lawsuits, and arrest warrants, highlighting the ongoing suppression of dissent and challenges to the rule of law in Turkey.
Istanbul Bar Association Faces Crackdown After Criticizing Turkish Government
Following the election of a new leadership critical of the Turkish government, the Istanbul Bar Association faces multiple investigations, lawsuits, and arrest warrants, highlighting the ongoing suppression of dissent and challenges to the rule of law in Turkey.
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56% Bias Score
Turkey Cracks Down on Dissent Amidst Impending Peace Talks
Turkish authorities arrested 282 people for alleged PKK links and issued 60 more warrants, including against journalists and artists, amid anticipated peace talks with PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan, raising concerns about political motives and implications for upcoming elections.
Turkey Cracks Down on Dissent Amidst Impending Peace Talks
Turkish authorities arrested 282 people for alleged PKK links and issued 60 more warrants, including against journalists and artists, amid anticipated peace talks with PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan, raising concerns about political motives and implications for upcoming elections.
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40% Bias Score
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