This is reported by Deutsche Welle.

According to the publication, the police in Istanbul carried out numerous arrests among representatives of the media. In particular, among the arrested there is also the editor of the critical newspaper Birgin.

Thus, the warrant for arrest was issued to 35 employees of Turkish media.

According to law enforcers, media representatives are suspected of involvement in the movement associated with the Islamic preacher Fethullah.

Let us note that his Turkish authorities are accused of attempting a coup in July 2016.

It also became known that journalists are accused of using the ByLock Messenger service, where they allegedly discussed the preparation of the putsch.

Currently, there are about 160 journalists and media representatives in Turkish prisons.

Recall, as previously reported, "URA-Inform", citizens of 33 countries, including France, Turkey, Germany, will be able to obtain a visa for 180 days of stay.