Turkey has detained 37 people in an escalating crackdown on opposition to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, according to reports. The arrests appear to be part of a broader effort by Erdogan’s government to silence critics and suppress dissent.
The detentions have been widely condemned by human rights groups and other international observers, who argue that they represent a significant escalation of the Turkish government’s persecution of opposition figures and activists. The crackdown has also raised concerns about the erosion of democracy and the rule of law in Turkey.
Erdogan has faced growing criticism for his handling of the country’s democratic institutions, and the detentions have been seen as an attempt to silence opponents and consolidate power. The situation remains highly volatile, with many fearing that the arrests could lead to further crackdowns on freedom of expression and assembly.
Source: https://www.ft.com/content/c5950647-1ec0-449f-bd01-90a62382acaa