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Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists

Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists

Human rights groups in Turkey have accused the government of using a family- values campaign to target the LGBTQ+ community.

September 13, 2026 at 02:25 PM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"Legal proceedings have been started against more than 160 people and a number of organisations and companies across the country."

— Akin Gurlek , Executive

Key People

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Akin GurlekExecutive

Akin Gurlek is the Turkish Justice Minister and former chief prosecutor leading the investigation into Imamoglu.

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Recep Tayyip ErdoganPoliticianRight

Recep Tayyip Erdogan is the President of Turkey, known for his controversial policies and governance.

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Ankara, Turkey Istanbul, Turkey

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family values human rights lgbtq police raids politics Turkey

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Turkish police detain dozens in raids on gay bars and homes of LGBTQ+ activists
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Human rights groups in Turkey have accused the government of using a family- values campaign to target the LGBTQ+ community.

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