Sütun 1
Sütun 2
Sütun 3
Medya News
Daily News
Breaking News
Subscribe
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • All News
  • Opinion
  • Kurdistan
  • Women
  • Politics
  • Human Rights
  • INTERVIEW
  • More
    • SPECIAL REPORTS
    • ECOLOGY
    • WORLD
    • AUDIO ARTICLES
    • JOURNALISM
    • ECONOMY
    • CULTURE & ART
    • LONG READS
    • NEWSLETTER
    • DAILY NEWS
MULTIMEDIA
PODCAST
LIVE BLOG
  • Home
  • All News
  • Opinion
  • Kurdistan
  • Women
  • Politics
  • Human Rights
  • INTERVIEW
  • More
    • SPECIAL REPORTS
    • ECOLOGY
    • WORLD
    • AUDIO ARTICLES
    • JOURNALISM
    • ECONOMY
    • CULTURE & ART
    • LONG READS
    • NEWSLETTER
    • DAILY NEWS
MULTIMEDIA
PODCAST
No Result
View All Result
Medya News

Prosecutor demands upper-limit sentence over forensics expert’s comments on Turkey’s alleged chemical use

Şebnem Korur Fincancı, the head of the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), who was arrested for her comments on Turkey’s alleged chemical use against Kurdish fighters, stood trial on Friday. After the defence arguments, the prosecutor demanded an upper-limit sentence for the crime of propaganda and the continuation of Fincancı's detention.

12:56 pm 23/12/2022
A A
Prosecutor demands upper-limit sentence over forensics expert’s comments on Turkey’s alleged chemical use
Share post

Şebnem Korur Fincancı, the head of the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), who was arrested on charges of terrorism propaganda for her comments on the alleged use of chemical weapons in Turkey’s military operations in northern Iraq, stood trial on Friday.

At the first hearing of the case against the prominent forensics expert, Fincancı’s lawyers said that the statement given to any news channel by a scientist who has spent years fighting for human rights can only be considered within the scope of the public’s right to receive information.

Underlining that it was unfair for the prosecutor’s office to choose only five words from Fincancı’s seven-minute speech while the indictment was being prepared, the lawyers said, “You are making a trial with the indictment prepared by a prosecutor who is not objective, conducts a sloppy investigation and does not fulfil any legal requirements.”

Stating that the case process was carefully followed by international delegations, the lawyers argued that Fincancı’s statements were expert opinions and that there was no unlawful situation in her comments according to the decisions of the Constitutional Court and the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR).

“Academic freedom is a scientific necessity, not a favour given to academics. It is within the scope of academic freedoms. This trial must end here,” the lawyers said.

After the defence arguments, the prosecutor demanded an upper-limit sentence for the crime of propaganda and the continuation of Fincancı’s detention.

“Prosecution’s opinion that seems to have come ready-made and ignores the defence arguments is not acceptable,” announced TTB on Twitter over the prosecutor’s demand.

Fincancı was arrested on charges of terrorist propaganda in late October after she commented on an online television programme about allegations regarding the Turkish military forces which might constitute a violation of international law.

The Turkish army is accused of using prohibited chemicals against Kurdish fighters during its military attacks in northern Iraq and human rights defenders worldwide have been calling on independent institutions to open investigations into those allegations.

Fincancı, a human rights defender known for her efforts to end torture, is a board member of the Turkish Human Rights Foundation (TİHV) and a member of the Human Rights Association (İHD).


Share post
Tags: TrendingTurkey

Related Posts

KCK’s Zagros Hiwa urges Turkey to act after PKK disbands: ‘Next steps depend on the state’

KCK’s Zagros Hiwa urges Turkey to act after PKK disbands: ‘Next steps depend on the state’

May 14, 2025
MEPs welcome PKK’s end to armed struggle, urge Turkey to seize historic opportunity

MEPs welcome PKK’s end to armed struggle, urge Turkey to seize historic opportunity

May 14, 2025
After the PKK: Rıza Altun on Democratic Confederalism in Europe

After the PKK: Rıza Altun on Democratic Confederalism in Europe

May 14, 2025
DEM’s Bakırhan: PKK disbanding a historic opportunity for peace

DEM’s Bakırhan: PKK disbanding a historic opportunity for peace

May 13, 2025
UN chief welcomes PKK disarmament, says UN ready to facilitate if needed

UN chief welcomes PKK disarmament, says UN ready to facilitate if needed

May 13, 2025
Journalism, power, and the dissolution of the PKK

Journalism, power, and the dissolution of the PKK

May 13, 2025

The news content on our website cannot be quoted without permission, even by citing the source. It cannot be copied or published elsewhere, contrary to the law or without permission.

Follow Medya News

Categories

  • All News
  • Politics
  • Human Rights
  • Opinion
  • Kurdistan
  • Human Rights
  • Interview
  • Women
  • Audio Articles
  • Special Report

Quick Menu

  • Daily News
  • Live Blog
  • Podcast
  • Videos
  • Breaking News

About

Impressum

About us

Privacy Policy

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
Cookie SettingsAccept All
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT

Add New Playlist

[email-subscribers-form id=”1″]

Contact

[contact-form-7 id=”18690″ title=”Contact form 1″]

No Result
View All Result
  • All News
  • Kurdistan
  • Women
  • Politics
  • Human Rights
  • Interview
  • Long Reads
  • World
  • Journalism
  • Ecology
  • Economy
  • Culture & Art
  • Daily News
  • Breaking News
  • Newsletter
  • Opinion
  • Authors
  • Podcast
  • LIVE BLOG

© 2020 Medyanews. All Rights Reserved