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A problem emerged in finding experts for the Turkish translations of the books "Snuff" and "Soft Machine" that brought publishers and translators to court. The court decided to have the original version of "Snuff" assessed. For "Soft Machine", the expert problem is still not solved.

A total of 4 trials were opened on the grounds of the Laz Marks stand-up political comedy stage-managed by Haldun Açıksözlü since 2009. Açıksözlü is charged with "praising crime and a criminal" and "insult of the Prime Minister".

Journalist Saymaz is yet facing two more trials on the grounds of his book "The postmodern Jihad" and a news item on the Courthouse in Sultanbeyli. He is charged with "identifying officials on anti-terror duties as a target" and "defamation, insult, and influencing the judiciary" respectively.

More than 60 cases were opened against journalist Erdal because of her news articles about "Ergenekon" and the "Sledgehammer" coup plan. Now she was in court with journalists Arslan and Beşer. The Media Association criticizes a "breach of international agreements".

According to the Media Association, 'unfortunately, many journalists are on trial in Turkey, and the suits result in monetary fines or prison sentences. The improved economic performance is not reflected in the development of press freedom'.

Another trial has been launched against journalist Saymaz based on an article about the interrogation of Erzincan Public Chief Prosecutor Erhan Cihaner when he was in custody. Saymaz is facing a total of 18 years imprisonment.