An indictment was issued against BirGün columnist Timur Soykan and journalist Barış Pehlivan on charges of “publicly disseminating misleading information” due to their remarks on a TV program. The prosecution requested imprisonment from 1 year and 6 months to 4 years and 6 months; the file was accepted by Bakırköy 2nd Criminal Court of First Instance.
September 14, 2025
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