Journalist Alican Uludağ Detained Over Social Media Posts

Investigation and Detention Process Journalist Alican Uludağ was detained by law enforcement in Ankara following instructions from the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
The prosecutor's office noted that the investigation into the matter is being carried out meticulously.
Joint Reaction from Professional Organizations The detention decision was met with backlash from press professional organizations and unions.
These organizations have called for Uludağ's immediate release.
In a statement issued by the Contemporary Journalists Association (ÇGD), it was argued that detention procedures against journalists constitute an intervention against freedom of expression and the public's right to receive information.
The Journalists' Union of Turkey (TGS) highlighted Uludağ's extensive experience in judicial reporting, stating that treating him as guilty before a trial is unacceptable.
Criticism from Political Circles Political figures also expressed their criticism regarding the detention.
CHP Group Deputy Chairman Ali Mahir Başarır stated that arbitrary accusations against the press are on the rise and argued that targeting journalists is incompatible with the principles of law and justice.
Başarır emphasized that in a democratic social order, members of the press must be able to perform their duties without being subjected to pressure.