In-Depth Study on Protests and Student Rights in Istanbul
The events that have taken place in Istanbul in recent days, Student rights ve Democrats It has great importance in terms of the struggle. Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality and the Union of Turkish Municipalities President Ekrem İmamoğlu The detention of many municipal administrators has caused great indignation in society. This situation has caused great indignation among young people and especially university students, social events has made his stance against it even more clear.
Background to the Protests and the Role of Students
Students, peaceful protests The fact that they are trying to make their voices heard through social events shows their sensitivity to social events. More than 300 students who participated in the demonstrations held in Istanbul were detained and some were arrested during this process. This situation shows that the young people constitutional rights It constitutes a major topic of discussion within the framework of freedom of thought and expression.
Detentions and Arrests: Unlawfulness?
Many of the students who were arrested were released after objections were made. However, the rejection of the objections to the detention of 42 students raised serious questions about the functioning of the legal system. The cases filed against the 99 people who were detained have begun to be heard at the Istanbul 62nd Criminal Court of First Instance, and the difficulties experienced by the students and their families have been brought to light.
The Role of the Parents Solidarity Network
The Parents Solidarity Network is a platform created by families of students who are in custody. This network organizes press releases in front of the courthouse to defend the rights of their children and lawlessness They are raising their voices against this. In the statements made, violence, detentions and arrests It has been emphasized that it is unlawful. Families are demanding justice by stating that their children have the right to express their thoughts.
Political Attitude and Social Influence of Young People
In the statements made by university students and Labor-Peace Forces, it was stated that the perception that the youth have an apolitical and insensitive profile is wrong. The youth stated that they do not hesitate to get involved in politics and defend democracy They have clearly demonstrated their determination. The statements “Here we are. We are doing politics. We are defending democracy” show the sensitivity of young people to social events.
Developments in Front of the Courthouse and Press Releases
With the start of the trials, the area around Çağlayan Courthouse was closed off with police barriers. The families of the students on trial were not allowed into the hearings, which caused great sadness among the families. A university student who wanted to attend the hearing was detained after being insistent. This situation once again reveals how difficult the search for justice is.
The Process in Courts and the Attitude of Lawyers
In the hearings held at the Istanbul 62nd Criminal Court of First Instance, the separation of the files of journalists and lawyers has brought a different dimension to the functioning of the justice system. Istanbul Bar Association President Attorney İbrahim Kaboğlu and other defendant lawyers have requested acquittal. The prosecutor's statement that the opinion on the merits will be announced after the defendants' statements are taken shows how complicated the process is.
Cases Postponed to Later Dates and Social Reactions
In the hearing held at the Istanbul 62nd Criminal Court of First Instance, it was decided to split the file into two due to insufficient room and the cases were postponed to later dates. This situation caused great disappointment among both lawyers and students' families. Increasing social reactions may prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Student Rights and Future Struggles
In conclusion, the protests and arrests in Istanbul reveal the sensitivity of young people towards social events and their struggle for rights. Student rights The struggle for this right is not limited to Istanbul, but has the potential to be the voice of young people all across Türkiye. Therefore, it is the responsibility of every individual to be sensitive to social events and defend our rights.
