Turkish authorities cracked down on multiple LGBTQ+ groups and individuals early Sunday morning, detaining dozens of members, breaking into association offices and raiding popular hangouts.
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Turkish authorities launch crackdown on LGBTQ+ and HIV support groups
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Turkey arrests dozens in crackdown on LGBTQ+ activists
Turkey launched a sweeping operation targeting LGBTQ+ associations, businesses and individuals over allegations including prostitution and obscene content, while a court separately ordered dozens of LGBTQ+-linked websites and social-media accounts to be blocked.
Turkish authorities cracked down on multiple LGBTQ+ groups and individuals early Sunday morning, detaining dozens of members, breaking into association offices and raiding popular hangouts.
ISTANBUL, Sept 13 (Reuters) - Turkish authorities have detained 26 people and searched the offices of six LGBTQ+ associations in a series of raids that followed allegations of prostitution and obscenity, prosecutors said.
Turkish authorities have arrested at least 162 people in a weekend crackdown on the country's LGBTQ+ community. Ankara says police raids on gay bars and other venues are aimed at protecting family values.
