President Erdoğan filed a complaint on Tuesday, February 8, when Kabaş was in custody awaiting trial on the criminal insult accusation.
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Putin’s Superyacht Left Germany Amid Sanction Warnings
Putin’s yacht has been moved from German port even before finishing repairs allegedly over fears of sanctions if Russia attacks Ukraine.
A Culture Of Torture And Fear Is Rife In Russia’s Prisons
Photo and video material documents the extent of violence in Russia’s prisons. DW spoke to victims and their families. They shared harrowing accounts.
Is Britain’s Proud Democracy Under Threat?
A precursory glance through the Prime Minister’s Wikipedia page identifies at least three distinct ‘controversies’ since 2021.
A French Citizens’ Initiative Aims To Fix Democracy
The Primaire Populaire is a citizens’ initiative with an ambitious objective: to unite France’s leftist parties behind a single candidate.
Turkish Journalist Arrested On Charge Of Insulting Erdogan
A Turkish court Saturday ordered well-known journalist Sedef Kabas to be jailed pending trial on a charge of insulting President Erdogan.
EU Parliament Elects Youngest Ever President
The EU has chosen the youngest President in its history. Because the new leader is a woman, it is a significant triumph for democracy.
Belarus Jailing People For Praising Kazakhstan Protesters
After Russia sending troops to Kazakhstan to help quell dissent, Belarus is jailing its own citizens for supporting the protests.
An Italian Super-Presidency? Mario, Don’t Do It!
The urge to keep Mario Draghi in authority is a mounting concern given the historical precariousness of Italy’s governments.
New Dutch Government To Have Record Number Of Women
Women will make up a record 14 of the 29 ministers and secretary of state of The Netherlands, including 10 of the 20 ministers.