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Everyone can go in, journalists can't

SEARCH FOR JUSTICE IN THE DAYS OF CORONAVIRUS

Everyone can go in, journalists can't

Two cases in one day... The sadness and anger of not being able to follow either case... Courthouse journalism in the days of coronavirus... Incompletely witnessing the search for justice...

25 June 2020 Hikmet Adal

Three journalists released, three remain in jail in case over reporting intelligence officer's killing

Three journalists released, three remain in jail in case over reporting intelligence officer's killing

Six journalists appeared before court today after months of pre-trial detention in the case over the reports on a MİT officer’s death in Libya.

Court to reexamine journalist Deniz Yücel's file

Court to reexamine journalist Deniz Yücel's file

In the hearing where a decision was expected, the court ruled for a reexamination of the case of the former Die Weld reporter who previously spent one year in prison.

'It's my duty as a journalist to publicize what happens at the court'

'It's my duty as a journalist to publicize what happens at the court'

Journalist Rıfat Doğan is on trial for allegedly shooting photos and videos in the courtroom during the Çorlu train derailment case, where 25 people died.

Journalist Semiha Alankuş acquitted

Journalist Semiha Alankuş acquitted

Semiha Alankuş, an editor for daily Yeni Yaşam, has been acquitted of “membership of an organization.” The court has concluded that the statement of an anonymous witness cannot be the sole basis for a judgement.

Have You Heard Initiative: We Won't Stay Silent Against Pressure on Journalists

Have You Heard Initiative: We Won't Stay Silent Against Pressure on Journalists

"The ruling power has created a media order that only applauds it and slanders those it targets," the initiative has said.

Trials After Covid-19: Nineteen Reporters to Appear Before Court in Four Days

Trials After Covid-19: Nineteen Reporters to Appear Before Court in Four Days

At least 19 media employees will attend hearings between June 22-26 as six reporters who have been remanded in custody over reports on an intelligence officer's funeral will appear before a court after four months.

11 June 2020 Erol Önderoğlu

Press in Arrest: Oppression of Journalists Continue During Pandemic

Press in Arrest: Oppression of Journalists Continue During Pandemic

Although court hearings were postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, prosecution of journalists and fines on critical news outlets continued in May, Press in Arrest has said.

Constitutional Court: Journalist İdris Sayılğan's Arrest Did Not Cause a Rights Violation

Constitutional Court: Journalist İdris Sayılğan's Arrest Did Not Cause a Rights Violation

Sayılğan had spent 1,137 days behind bars before being released by a court of appeal.

Arrested Over a Tweet, Journalist Hakan Aygün Released

Arrested Over a Tweet, Journalist Hakan Aygün Released

Arrested on April 3 over a tweet where he mocked the fundraising campaign launched by President Erdoğan against coronavirus outbreak, journalist Hakan Aygün has been released.

Based on Which Legal Provisions Do Journalists Face Trials in Turkey?

Based on Which Legal Provisions Do Journalists Face Trials in Turkey?

According to a report prepared by the Press in Arrest initiative, journalists in Turkey have been mostly charged with and put on trial for violating the Article 5 of the Anti-Terror Law (TMK) and the Article 53 of the Turkish Penal Code (TCK).

Fox TV Anchor Fatih Portakal Faces Prison Term over Comments on Pandemic

Fox TV Anchor Fatih Portakal Faces Prison Term over Comments on Pandemic

Portakal is charged with violating the Banking Law after a complaint by Turkey's banking agency.

'If I Don't Go to Jail, I'll Celebrate My Birthday'

'If I Don't Go to Jail, I'll Celebrate My Birthday'

The finance minister, a presidential aide and a businessperson have filed lawsuits against Cumhuriyet reporter Hazal Ocak in the past year.

6 Journalists’ Request for Release Rejected

6 Journalists’ Request for Release Rejected

The request for release of arrested journalists Ferhat Çelik, Aydın Keser, Barış Pehlivan, Barış Terkoğlu, Hülya Kılınç and Murat Ağırel has been rejected. Çelik and Keser are not mentioned by name in the judgement.

Two Journalists Face Prison Sentence over Report on 2015 Ankara Massacre

Two Journalists Face Prison Sentence over Report on 2015 Ankara Massacre

A criminal case has been filed over a report on Cumhuriyet that said the police didn't act despite receiving a tip on two people involved in the bomb attack.

Lawsuit Against Journalist Temizkan Over a Social Media Post from 6 Years Ago

Lawsuit Against Journalist Temizkan Over a Social Media Post from 6 Years Ago

Charged with “propagandizing for a terrorist organization” over a social media post from six years ago, journalist Sabiha Temizkan will have her first hearing on June 25, 2020.

‘Urgent Release for Everyone Deprived of Their Freedom Due to Their Thoughts’

HAVE YOU HEARD INITIATIVE

‘Urgent Release for Everyone Deprived of Their Freedom Due to Their Thoughts’

Sharing a new video about jailed journalists, “Have You Heard” Initiative says, “The new parole bill drafted due to coronavirus outbreak is both against the law and conscience. Urgent release for everyone deprived of their freedom due to their thoughts…”

Imprisoned for 'Terrorism' Charges, 47 Journalists Won't Benefit from Sentence Reduction Law

Imprisoned for 'Terrorism' Charges, 47 Journalists Won't Benefit from Sentence Reduction Law

The Press in Arrest group has released its March report on the trials of journalists.

Journalist Hakan Aygün Arrested for Mocking President's Fundraising Campaign

Journalist Hakan Aygün Arrested for Mocking President's Fundraising Campaign

Aygün has been remanded in custody over a tweet where he mocked the President's campaign to help the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

CPJ Launches Campaign for Jailed Journalists amid COVID-19 Pandemic

CPJ Launches Campaign for Jailed Journalists amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Demanding the release of all jailed journalists due to coronavirus pandemic, the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has launched a campaign and called on the authorities to ensure the safety of over 250 imprisoned journalists around the world.

Verdict of Release for Journalists Sadiye Eser, Sadık Topaloğlu

Verdict of Release for Journalists Sadiye Eser, Sadık Topaloğlu

Arrested for “being members of a terrorist organization” based on witness statements in December 2019, journalists Sadiye Eser and Sadık Toplaoğlu have been released by the İstanbul 22nd Heavy Penal Court.

Verdict of Release for Journalist Alptekin Dursunoğlu

Verdict of Release for Journalist Alptekin Dursunoğlu

Behind bars since March 1, Yakın Doğu Haber news website Editor-in-Chief Dursunoğlu has been sentenced to 50 days in prison for “praising an offense and offender.” The court has turned his prison term into a judicial fine and ruled for his release.

Informer Convicted of Slander, Trial of Journalist Still Continues

Informer Convicted of Slander, Trial of Journalist Still Continues

Put on trial for “insulting the President” upon the tip of an informer, Contemporary Journalists’ Association Mediterranean Branch Chair Engin Korkmaz had his second hearing. While the informant is convicted of “slander”, the trial of Korkmaz still continues.

Journalists Union of Turkey Protests Arrest of Journalists in Front of Courthouse

Journalists Union of Turkey Protests Arrest of Journalists in Front of Courthouse

Journalists Union of Turkey (TGS) has denounced the arrest of journalists in a protest in front of the İstanbul Courthouse in Çağlayan. Calling out to Minister of Justice, journalists have demanded the release of their colleagues.

10 March 2020 Hikmet Adal

Call for Solidarity with Arrested Journalists: Journalism is not a Crime

YENİ YAŞAM WORKERS, PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, MPs

Call for Solidarity with Arrested Journalists: Journalism is not a Crime

Professional organizations, journalists and MPs have expressed solidarity in a press statement following the recent arrest of daily Yeni Yaşam Editor-in-Chief Ferhat Çelik and Managing Editor Aydın Keser and Yeniçağ columnist Murat Ağırel.

9 March 2020 Hikmet Adal

Journalists Murat Ağırel, Aydın Keser and Ferhat Çelik Arrested

Journalists Murat Ağırel, Aydın Keser and Ferhat Çelik Arrested

Taken into custody again upon the objection of the prosecutor’s office to their release on probation, daily Yeni Çağ columnist Murat Ağırel and journalists Aydın Keser and Ferhat Çelik from Yeni Yaşam newspaper have been arrested.

Journalist Ruken Demir Released

Journalist Ruken Demir Released

Behind bars since November 26, 2019, Mezopotamya Agency reporter Ruken Demir has been released.

Cumhuriyet Columnist Acquitted of 'Terrorist Propaganda'

Cumhuriyet Columnist Acquitted of 'Terrorist Propaganda'

Işıl Özgentürk was on trial for "propagandizing for the PKK" over social media posts.

Journalists Terkoğlu, Kılınç Arrested over Report on Killed Intelligence Officer in Libya

Journalists Terkoğlu, Kılınç Arrested over Report on Killed Intelligence Officer in Libya

Both journalists are charged with obtaining and disclosing information on intelligence operations.

Court Releases Journalist İdris Sayılğan

Court Releases Journalist İdris Sayılğan

Sayılğan was detained for "entering a prohibited zone" while reporting on refugees trying to cross into Greece.

Journalist Aziz Oruç Handed Prison Sentence over Social Media Posts

Journalist Aziz Oruç Handed Prison Sentence over Social Media Posts

The reporter has been sentenced to prison for retweeting posts of the news agency he was working for.

Journalist Faruk Arhan Handed Prison Sentence for Insulting President

Journalist Faruk Arhan Handed Prison Sentence for Insulting President

The journalist has been given a suspended prison sentence in an appeal hearing.

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