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Ümit Özdağ, leader of Türkiye's far-right Victory Party, was arrested on Tuesday for “inciting people to hatred and hostility” following his detention on allegations of insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office initiated an investigation into Özdağ’s remarks made during his party’s provincial chairs consultation meeting on January 19.
After being detained in Ankara, Özdağ was transferred to the Istanbul Security Directorate for processing. He underwent a medical examination at Bakırköy Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital before being taken to the Istanbul Courthouse.
During his questioning by the Terrorism Crimes Investigation Bureau, Özdağ provided a statement to the prosecutor’s office. He was subsequently referred to the criminal court of peace, where he was arrested on charges of “public incitement to hatred and hostility.”
An ex officio investigation had already been launched against Özdağ for “insulting the President,” which was later expanded to include the incitement charge.
The arrest has drawn attention due to its implications for political discourse and freedom of expression in Türkiye. Further legal proceedings are expected as the case develops. (ILKHA)
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