Columnist Ağırel was arrested and held in isolation in March 2020 over allegedly spreading national security secrets. An investigation was launched for “insults” in his book Sarmal, for which he faces up to 18 years in prison. After 184 days he was released but subject to a travel ban. He was briefly detained overnight in February 2022.
Murat Ağırel
Is case active: Yes
Country:Türkiye
Region:Europe and Central Asia
Gender:Male
Status:Conditional Release
Years active:2020