Naked Search of Turkish Activist Sparks Outrage: “Torture is Forbidden”

A controversial strip search of a Turkish civil society leader has drawn sharp condemnation from advocacy groups. Fatoş Pınar Türker was subjected to a “naked search” during detention, prompting calls for an immediate investigation. “Those who ordered this practice should be ashamed,” a coalition of civil society organizations stated. “The ban on torture and ill-treatment is absolute.” The groups demanded that authorities launch an independent and effective probe into the incident. The search, critics argue, violates international human rights standards that prohibit degrading treatment under any circumstances.