Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Lack of press freedom in Turkey criticised again - South Eastern Europe - The Sofia Echo

"Lack of press freedom in Turkey criticised again

Freedom of the press in Turkey the has come under international scrutiny, following the arrest and jailing of three journalists critical of the government. Human-rights groups claim more than 50 journalists are in jail for their reporting. The Turkish government argues it needs tight press control because it is facing the twin threats of terrorism and attempts to topple Turkish democracy."

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