Ankara faces new calls to release philanthropist Osman Kavala

On the fourth year of his imprisonment, Turkish philanthropist Osman Kavala issued a statement from prison, expressing hope that others will face a fairer trial.
A journalist stands in front of a poster featuring jailed businessman and philanthropist Osman Kavala.
A journalist stands in front of a poster featuring jailed businessman and philanthropist Osman Kavala during a press conference of his lawyers on Oct. 31, 2018. Kavala was arrested a year ago by Turkish authorities and has still not been charged with an offense. - OZAN KOSE/AFP via Getty Images
NazlanErtan.jpeg
Nazlan Ertan
@NazlanEr

A week after Turkey and 10 Western countries averted a diplomatic crisis over imprisoned philanthropist Osman Kavala, Ankara is once again facing calls for his release.

Meanwhile, Kavala made a call from prison saying that he hoped his predicament could help confront the crucial problems in the Turkish judiciary.

Access the Middle East news and analysis you can trust

Join our community of Middle East readers to experience all of Al-Monitor, including 24/7 news, analyses, memos, reports and newsletters.

Subscribe

Only $100 per year.

Videos

See more