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3 pro-opposition journalists detained in Türkiye after controversial report

Baris Pehlivan Baris Pehlivan is a columnist at Türkiye's opposition Halk TV news channel. (Photo: Social media)
By Newsroom
Jan 29, 2025 10:32 AM

Turkish pro-opposition journalist Baris Pehlivan has been taken into custody following an investigation into his recent report where he published his secretly recorded conversation with a state official.

Along with Pehlivan, pro-opposition Halk TV’s news director Serhan Asker and program host Seda Selek have also been detained.

Pehlivan is accused of violating the law as he published both voice recordings and the text of his conversation with a state official.

Pehlivan detained in front of channel’s headquarters

Pehlivan was detained in front of Halk TV’s headquarters, while Asker was taken into custody in Ankara.

Pehlivan is currently being transported to the Istanbul Police Department. It has also been confirmed that Selek was detained as well.

Last Updated:  Jan 29, 2025 11:30 AM