Turkey police arrest over 60 people in anti‑LGBT crackdown
France 241 min read99 words
Turkish authorities carried out coordinated raids on gay bars, nightclubs, offices of LGBTQ associations and the homes of activists on Sunday, part of the government’s “My Family is Safe” operation, Justice Minister [name] announced. State news agency reports indicate that more than 60 individuals were detained across several cities during the sweep.
Human‑rights organizations have condemned the actions, describing the crackdown as a violation of fundamental freedoms. The arrests, which target venues and groups linked to the LGBTQ community, have drawn criticism from both domestic and international observers, raising concerns about the broader implications for civil liberties in Turkey.
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