Esra Erol apologizes for 'Sharia is not here' remarks: HÜDA PAR had reacted sharply

While Esra Erol's remarks during the live broadcast sparked reactions on social media and in the political agenda, a harsh statement came from HÜDA PAR. Following the criticism, Erol apologized to her viewers during the live broadcast.

The expressions used on the program drew reactions from both some viewers and some political parties, and Esra Erol, the person at the center of the controversy, issued an apology during the live broadcast.

REMARKS ON LIVE BROADCAST BECAME A TOPIC OF DISCUSSION

In one segment of the program, when one of the guests, in an attempt to emphasize justice,

used the phrase "The finger cut by Sharia does not ache," Esra Erol's response became a major topic of discussion. In response to her guest, Erol stated, "Sharia is not here, it is in the Middle East."

BACKLASH AGAINST ATV AND ESRA EROL

Following the dialogue, the criticism was not limited to Esra Erol. ATV management was also targeted, and the channel's broadcasting policy was questioned. Criticisms regarding "disrespect" and "interference with beliefs" came to the fore on social media.

SHARP REACTION FROM HÜDA PAR

Another reaction to Esra Erol's words came from HÜDA PAR. In a statement from the party, it was stated that the expressions used were unacceptable, and harsh criticisms were directed at the program and the host.

APOLOGY FROM ESRA EROL ON LIVE BROADCAST

Following the reactions, Esra Erol apologized to her viewers during the live broadcast on Friday. Making an emotional statement, Erol expressed that her words were misunderstood.

SHE APOLOGIZED BY SAYING 'I AM VERY SORRY'

Esra Erol used the following expressions in her statement:

“Broadcasting is very difficult, and doing a live broadcast is even more difficult.

I am sorry for the reflexive response I gave to our guest during our broadcast on Friday.

Respect for the religion of Islam, which I believe in with all my heart and to which I show sensitivity, is a fundamental stance for me.

I have never been involved in any wrongdoing that would cause my faith to be questioned, and I never will be.

I am saddened by the misunderstanding.”