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Turkey Detains Swedish Journalist Covering Istanbul Protests

“ISTANBUL – A Swedish journalist, Kaj Joakim Medin, has been arrested in Turkey while reporting on protests tied to the detention of Istanbul’s mayor. Turkish authorities have accused Medin of ‘terrorism’ and ‘insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan,’ pointing to his past work in conflict zones as justification. Sweden is pressing for answers, but in Erdogan’s Turkey, journalism itself seems to be a crime.”

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Turkey Arrests and Deports BBC’s Mark Lowen Amid Protest Coverage

Turkish authorities arrested and deported BBC correspondent Mark Lowen from Istanbul on March 26, 2025, after detaining him for 17 hours. Lowen was covering the nationwide protests sparked by the arrest of Ekrem İmamoğlu, Istanbul’s former mayor and a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The move, justified by ‘public order’ concerns, has drawn sharp criticism from the BBC and reignited fears over press freedom in Turkey as thousands rally against what they call a politically motivated crackdown.

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From Secret Service to Storyteller: Evy Poumpouras on Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Future Generations

Evy Poumpouras, a former U.S. Secret Service agent, recently gave an exclusive interview where she discussed the challenges of joining the agency, potential gender disparity, and how social media connects her with younger audiences. Reflecting on her time protecting high-profile leaders, she emphasized the importance of confidentiality and shared insights into her successful transition to a career in journalism and media.