A Turkish stand-up comedian convicted of insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has been released from custody pending appeal, following a case that drew international attention and renewed scrutiny of free-expression limits in Turkey. The performer’s show, which reportedly attracted millions of views online, became the latest flashpoint in a long-running clash between satire and state power.
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"Turkey Frees Comedian Convicted Over Erdoğan Insult After Appeal"
A Turkish stand-up comedian convicted of insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has been released from custody pending appeal, following a case that drew international attention and renewed scrutiny of free-expression limits in Turkey. The performer’s show, which reportedly attracted millions of views online, became the latest flashpoint in a long-running clash between satire and state power.
Turkey Frees Comedian Convicted Over Erdoğan Insult After Appeal
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A Turkish stand-up comedian convicted of insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has been released from custody pending appeal, following a case that drew international attention and renewed scrutiny of free-expression limits in Turkey. The performer’s show, which reportedly attracted millions of views online, became the latest flashpoint in a long-running clash between satire and state power.
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