Turkish authorities detained dozens after overnight raids on LGBTQ+ groups, offices and venues in five cities. The operation has intensified fears of a broader political crackdown on independent civil society.

Turkish authorities intensify crackdown on LGBTQ+ and HIV support groups, citing protection of families and public order amid escalating hostility.

ISTANBUL, Sept 13 - Turkish authorities have detained at least 47 people following a series of raids on the offices of LGBTQ+ associations in a probe into prostitution and obscenity, prosecutors said. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.