Turkey: Police arrested at least 63 people in anti-LGBT+ crackdown
Summary
Turkish police carried out raids on gay bars, nightclubs, LGBTQ offices, and activists' homes in several cities. More than 60 people were arrested as part of the government's "My Family is Safe" operation.Key Facts
- The police raids targeted LGBTQ-related places and people in multiple Turkish cities.
- At least 63 people were arrested during these raids.
- The operation is called "My Family is Safe" by the Turkish government.
- The crackdown has been reported by the state news agency.
- Human rights groups have criticized the arrests and raids.
- The justice minister of Turkey confirmed the details of the raids and arrests.
- These events took place on Sunday, as reported on September 14, 2026.
- The raids involved police entering private homes and association offices connected to LGBTQ groups.
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