French journalist Raphaël Boukandoura was detained while covering a protest against attacks on Rojava in Sancaktepe, Istanbul. Boukandoura, who was detained on January 19, is reportedly facing deportation after being transferred to the Provincial Migration Directorate. Journalism organizations reacted to Boukandoura’s detention and possible deportation, stating that he was only covering the news. Press organizations emphasized that the action violated press freedom.
January 20, 2026
BirGün