Articles by IPS Communication Foundation – Bianet
Turkey: Final quarter of 2024 saw 31 journalists detained
In addition to the detention of 31 journalists, there were at least 12 physical attacks on the press; and 17 journalists faced charges of “insulting the president”.
Kurdish news outlets’ ‘X’ accounts blocked in Turkey
The ‘X’ and YouTube accounts of the ‘Mezopotamya Agency’ have been blocked. Other prominent Kurdish outlets also blocked on ‘X’ in Turkey include ‘Jin News’ and ‘Yeni Yaşam’.
Eco-anxiety: How to manage it in a mis/disinformation age
“In the face of environmental problems, it is critical to take small steps to alleviate anxiety and find a way to access accurate information” – Bianet
Turkey: bianet reporter among journalists detained in police raids
On 26 November, police conducted simultaneous raids in İstanbul and provinces with large Kurdish populations, detaining five journalists and a film director.
Bianet submits shadow report on Turkey to UN Human Rights Committee
Bianet’s shadow report on Turkey highlights threats to freedom of expression from several sources and gender-based violence.
Turkey: Kurdish journalist Rabia Önver faces “disinformation” charges
Authorities raided the journalist’s home after she reported on an alleged criminal gang in the Kurdish-populated eastern city of Hakkari.
Turkey: Human rights report shows increasing torture against Kurds and LGBTQI+
In 2023, the Human Rights Foundation of Turkey received 781 reports of torture or ill-treatment. There was a spike in reports in June and July, correlating with increased police interventions during Pride Week events.
Turkey: Court reverses journalist Sinan Aygül’s conviction for ‘spreading disinformation’
The Court of Cassation has overturned a 10-month prison sentence handed down to journalist Sinan Aygül in March 2023 on “spreading disinformation” charges.