The Eyüp Birinci case reveals a full cycle of torture and impunity in post-2016 Turkey: brutal abuse in police custody, medical collusion, and the ultimate acquittal of the torturers, despite overwhelming and corroborated testimony in the courtroom.
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“Nothing Is Permanent”: Nils Muižnieks on Belarus, Turkey, and the Global Assault on Human Rights
Nils Muižnieks discusses the dire human rights situation in Belarus and Turkey, emphasizing repression, institutional failure, and the need for international support. He highlights parallels, challenges, and the importance of resilience against authoritarianism.
How Turkey’s Legal Guardianship System Turned Against Its Most Vulnerable
The guardianship scandal at the Anatolian Courthouse in Istanbul revealed yet another instance of major judicial corruption. The systematic exploitation of vulnerable citizens, particularly the elderly, suggests collusion among judges and lawyers. Investigations have highlighted systemic failures, inadequate oversight, and a disregard for early warning signs.
Turkey: A judge facilitates bribe and intimidates his peers
A major judicial scandal in Turkey involves allegations that a judge tried to bribe a prosecutor to drop a serious crime case. Ongoing judicial corruption scandals raise concerns about the integrity of the judiciary in Turkey.
ÖHD Report reveals grave human rights violations in Turkey’s prisons
Comprehensive Report Reveals Extensive Human Rights Violations in Central Anatolia Prisons A detailed semi-annual report released by the Lawyers for Freedom Association has laid bare severe human rights violations occurring across various high-security prisons in the Central Anatolia region of… Read More ›
Unmasking Corruption in the Turkish Judiciary: A Case Study of Judge Gül Altınoğlu
The Turkish judiciary, a cornerstone of justice and democracy, is facing a severe crisis of integrity and trust. Recent revelations about the actions of Adana Judge Gül Altınoğlu highlight deep-seated corruption, not only within the judiciary but also extending to… Read More ›