Ali Kişmir’s case postponed to April 17
The trial of a journalist from the Press Workers’ Union (Press-Sen), who was taken to court for his article published on social media, has been postponed to April 17th.
Hasan Esendağlı, the lawyer representing Kişmir, spoke to the press in front of the courts and mentioned that a prosecutor has been appointed to handle the case. Esendağlı also stated that the minutes of the Assembly will be presented in court to determine if there is any relevant information worth submitting from the parliament, and to investigate the period in which the law was passed in 1983.
The case has garnered attention from various groups and organizations, with many closely following the developments. The trial is expected to shed light on the boundaries of freedom of speech and the press in the country.
As the date of the trial approaches, supporters of the journalist and advocates for freedom of expression are eagerly waiting to see the outcome and the implications it may have on journalism in the region. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
