An Israeli woman has been detained in Istanbul for more than ten days after being accused of insulting the Turkish flag, President Erdogan, and the so-called “State of Palestine.”
An Israeli woman has been under arrest in Istanbul for over ten days, after Turkish authorities accused her of insulting the Turkish flag, President Erdogan, and what Turkish officials described as the “State of Palestine.”
The woman was arrested at Taksim Square, one of the city’s central locations. Photos circulating on Turkish social media show a Turkish police officer handcuffing her at the scene. She was taken to a police station in Istanbul, where she has been held ever since.
According to available information, the Israeli woman was traveling alone in Turkey. Her family is aware of the situation, and behind-the-scenes diplomatic and legal efforts are reportedly underway to bring the affair to a quick resolution.