https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/turkey-detains-dozens-in-crackdown-on-lgbtq-activists-and-journalistsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/turkey-detains-dozens-in-crackdown-on-lgbtq-activists-and-journalistshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/turkey-detains-dozens-in-crackdown-on-lgbtq-activists-and-journalists#u77064Sun, 20 Sep 2026 04:16:20 +0000Turkish authorities have launched a broad crackdown on the LGBTQ+ community, detaining dozens of activists and journalists. Police conducted raids on gay bars and private residences to carry out the arrests. The state justifies these actions as a means of preserving family values. In response, protests have erupted, leading to at least 150 further detentions. The campaign has sparked international condemnation and widespread public demonstrations.Why it mattersThe crackdown targets a vulnerable minority under the administration of President Erdogan. This movement reflects a broader state effor