Turkish authorities launch anti-LGBTQ raids, detaining dozens

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: September 14, 2026Country: Turkey

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Turkish authorities launch anti-LGBTQ raids, detaining dozens

Turkish police detained dozens of people during nationwide raids targeting LGBTQ organizations in major cities including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and Mersin. At least 63 people were detained, and Justice Minister Akin Gurlek announced an investigation into 162 suspects, nine associations, and 13 businesses. These operations, dubbed 'My Family is Safe,' align with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's executive order aimed at combating Turkey's declining birthrate.

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