Ozel says court ordered seizure of Imamoglu's unpublished defense book
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YENI Party leader Ozgur Ozel announced on August 28 that authorities ordered the seizure and printing halt of jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's unpublished defense book. Ozel made the announcement during a speech in Kocaeli, where he also renewed calls for the live broadcast of Imamoglu's trial. The book was intended to present the defense Imamoglu says he was prevented from making in court.
Key Facts
- Ozgur Ozel announced the seizure and printing halt of Ekrem Imamoglu's unpublished defense book during a speech in Kocaeli on August 28.
- Imamoglu prepared the book to present the defense he says he was prevented from making in court, according to Ozel.
- Ozel called on President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to allow the live broadcast of Imamoglu's trial, saying 'Let the court be broadcast live.'
- Ozel urged the Turkish Grand National Assembly to convene urgently to pass laws on live court broadcasts and rights for families of martyrs and veterans.
- Imamoglu's trial was adjourned from July 9 to August 18, but he was not immediately given the floor on that date, Ozel said.
Book Seizure Announcement
Ozgur Ozel, leader of the YENI Party, announced on August 28 that authorities ordered the seizure and printing halt of Ekrem Imamoglu's unpublished defense book. Ozel made the announcement during a speech in Kocaeli, stating that Imamoglu wanted to publish the book to explain his defense to the public. Imamoglu had previously said he would use the book to present the defense he was prevented from making in court. Ozel said he learned of the decision on the day of his speech and felt compelled to disclose it publicly.
Trial Broadcast Demand
Ozel renewed his call for the live broadcast of Imamoglu's trial, addressing President Recep Tayyip Erdogan directly. He challenged Erdogan to allow the broadcast, saying 'If you have the courage, broadcast the trial live.' Ozel argued that most allegations discussed in the media for 1.5 years did not appear in the indictment. He said Imamoglu has answers to all charges but is not allowed to present his defense or publish his book.
Parliamentary Session Call
Ozel called for the Turkish Grand National Assembly to convene urgently to pass two laws. The first law would grant rights to families of martyrs and veterans, and the second would mandate live broadcasts of court proceedings. Ozel said the live broadcast law should be enacted immediately so the public can see the trial.
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Ozel says court ordered seizure of Imamoglu's unpublished defense book
