Rıfat Roni’s trial highlights the alarming trend of prosecuting individuals for promoting Kurdish language and culture in Türkiye. These activities, once celebrated as expressions of identity, are now criminalized under vague allegations of terrorism. The judicial system’s interpretation of cultural expression as a threat undermines fundamental rights and freedoms. As the world watches, it stands crucial for Türkiye to reaffirm its commitment to cultural diversity and human rights by ending such prosecutions.
Cultural Rights Under Fire: The Prosecution of Kurdish Language Activists in Türkiye
