'The very existence of LGBTQI people is seen as obscene', Turkish activist says

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What happened

Turkish police on Sunday swooped on gay bars and the homes of LGBTQ activists, arresting at least 60 people in raids authorities said were aimed at boosting traditional family values, officials and activists said.

Key facts

  • Turkish police on Sunday swooped on gay bars and the homes of LGBTQ activists, arresting at least 60 people in raids authorities said were aimed at boosting traditional family values, officials and activists said.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:02:50 UTC.

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  1. Turkey: Police arrested at least 63 people in anti-LGBT+ crackdown

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  3. 'The very existence of LGBTQI people is seen as obscene', Turkish activist says

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