Turkey raids Halk TV, seizes control of independent broadcaster
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Turkish police raided the headquarters of Halk TV, an independent broadcaster in Istanbul, on Wednesday, 14 October. Authorities appointed a trustee to take over the network's operations.
Police barricades surrounded the building as officers entered the premises. The raid has sparked outrage among critics who say it threatens media freedom in Turkey.
A trustee is a person appointed by authorities to manage an organization's affairs, often replacing its current leadership.