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- Justice Minister Akin Gürlek announced a weekend crackdown on LGBTQ organizations, arresting at least 162 people.
- Raids began early Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Aydin and Mersin.
- Police detained at least 47 people and searched offices of six LGBTQ groups.
- Authorities blocked websites of Kaos GL and 16 other LGBTQ organizations.
- The operation, named “My Family is Safe,” was framed as protecting children, families and public order.