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State Department says it is following reports of detentions in Turkey and urges protection of freedoms
Summary
Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said the department is following reports of the detention of the Istanbul mayor and other municipal employees and referred questions on internal judicial matters to the Turkish government, while urging that Turkey protect freedoms and human rights consistent with its constitution.
Tammy Bruce, Spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State, said the department is following reports of the detention of the Istanbul mayor and a number of municipal employees, journalists and others. "We would refer you to the government of Turkey for comments on internal judicial matters," she said, and added that "it is worth reiterating that Turkey... should protect the freedoms and human rights of all of its citizens consistent with the country's constitution and in line with our shared values and democratic traditions."
When pressed about appointing a trustee for the main opposition party, Bruce said she would not speculate or hypothesize and again referred reporters to Turkish authorities for details.
No U.S. actions or measures were announced at the briefing.
