Claim that imprisoned lawyer Saldıroğlu's right to health is being violated
Lawyers for Burak Saldıroğlu, a lawyer currently in prison on charges of "insulting the President," have alleged that their client is unable to access necessary medication and that his right to health is being violated. The lawyers have filed an application with the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office for Saldıroğlu's release.
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Lawyer Burak Saldıroğlu was arrested on charges of "insulting the President" due to his social media posts. Saldıroğlu's lawyers stated that their client is experiencing health problems in prison and is unable to access vital medication. The lawyers expressed that this situation puts Saldıroğlu's life at risk.
In a statement made by Saldıroğlu's lawyers, it was said, "Our client's right to health is being seriously violated. His inability to access necessary medication poses a life-threatening risk. For this reason, he must be released immediately."
In the application submitted to the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, it was emphasized that Saldıroğlu's health condition could worsen further under prison conditions. The lawyers argued that it is mandatory for Saldıroğlu's treatment to be continued outside of prison.
In the incident, which has resonated with the public, human rights defenders are also drawing attention to the importance of protecting the right to health in prisons. Saldıroğlu's situation has brought the issue of prisoners' access to healthcare services back to the agenda.