Turkish authorities launch crackdown on LGBTQ+, HIV support groups
3 sources·Updated September 14, 2026
Turkey LGBTQ+ crackdown
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- DW News EN·6h agoTurkey: 162 arrested in LGBTQ+ raids
Turkish authorities have arrested at least 162 people in a weekend crackdown on the country's LGBTQ+ community. Ankara says police raids on gay bars and other venues are aimed at protecting family values.
Read at DW News EN → - CBC Top Stories·15h agoTurkish authorities launch crackdown on 2SLGBTQ+ and HIV support groups
Turkish authorities cracked down on multiple 2SLGBTQ+ groups and individuals early Sunday morning, detaining dozens of members, breaking into association offices and raiding popular hangouts.
Read at CBC Top Stories → - Global News Canada·17h agoTurkish authorities launch crackdown on LGBTQ+, HIV support groups
The raids targeted both current and former members of multiple prominent LGBTQ+ rights and HIV awareness groups. The organizations’ websites were also blocked.
Read at Global News Canada →
