Turkish comedian arrested for insulting Islam and President Erdogan
Euronews1 min read105 words
Turkish comedian Deniz Göktaş, 32, was taken into custody at Istanbul Airport on Thursday after a stand‑up routine he posted on YouTube drew the attention of authorities. Police detained the performer on several charges, including publicly insulting religious values and defaming President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, offenses that are punishable under Turkey’s penal code.
The arrest follows a broader pattern of legal actions against public figures accused of violating laws that protect religious sentiment and the president’s reputation. Prosecutors have opened multiple investigations into Göktaş’s material, and the case is expected to proceed through the courts, where the comedian will face trial for the alleged offenses.
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