Fenerbahçe Association closed in Greece

A scandalous decision has been made regarding the Fenerbahçe Association in Greece. It was decided to close the association due to the phrase "Western Thrace" in its name.

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It has been decided to close the Western Thrace Fenerbahçe Supporters Sports-Culture Association in Komotini on the grounds that the phrase "Western Thrace" in its name could imply a Turkish minority. The closure case, which was heard at the Court of First Instance in Komotini on September 6, 2023, concluded on May 28.

The court ruled to close the association on the grounds that its name could create a Turkish minority implication.

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