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I was concerned to hear reports of academics being arrested for expressing their views
on the conflict in southeast Turkey. This included 15 academics from Kocaeli University
who have subsequently been released. Our Ambassador in Turkey released a public statement
on the issue, expressing concern. We regularly underline the importance of Fundamental
Freedoms, including freedom of expression as part of our dialogue with the Turkish
government. Freedom of expression and public debate must be respected without fear
of intimidation.
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