Turkish police detain 23 in charity probe; singer claims silence in court

A prominent Turkish rock singer and philanthropist was among 23 people detained in an investigation into the charity organization Ahbap Derneği. The singer, Haluk Levent, stated through his lawyer that he was not allowed to speak during his police questioning. Levent’s lawyer also alleged that a specific statement made by his client—mentioning former Interior Minister Süleyman Soylu—was deliberately omitted from the official record. The lawyer did not provide further details on the content of that statement. The investigation targets Ahbap Derneği, a well-known disaster relief and social aid group founded by Levent. Authorities have not publicly disclosed the specific allegations against the suspects. All 23 detainees have been transferred to the courthouse for further legal proceedings.