WorldTurkish authorities launch anti-LGBTQ raids, detaining dozens

Turkish police raided LGBTQ organisations, bars, offices and activists’ homes in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Mersin, detaining at least 63 people. Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said prosecutors were investigating 162 suspects, nine associations and 13 businesses under the “My Family is Safe” operation. Rights groups called it state-led discrimination and a sharp escalation of repression.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-14 03:47Original