Türkiye sparks global criticism as eight nations condemn alleged lawyer harassment (Jurist)

Jurist, November 12, 2023 

Türkiye sparks global criticism as eight nations condemn alleged lawyer harassment 

The scrutiny primarily centered on the Turkish government’s conduct towards legal practitioners specializing in criminal law and human rights. The delegation, present in Türkiye from November 6 to 9, comprised distinguished legal entities, including the Fédération des Barreaux d’Europe (FBE), International Observatory of Lawyers (OIAD), Law Society of England and Wales, La Conférence des Bâtonniers – France, New York City Bar Association, Union Internationale des Avocats – Institute for Rule of Law (UIA-IROL).