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Swedish Journalist Joakim Medin Released from Turkish Detention

Medin returns to Sweden after diplomatic negotiations, but faces ongoing terrorism charges with a trial set for September.

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Joakim Medin und seine Frau Sofie Axelsson stehen hinter einem Pult mit Mikrofonen. Joakim hält sich seine rechte Hand an die Wange
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Overview

  • Joakim Medin, detained in Turkey since late March, has been released and repatriated to Sweden following diplomatic efforts led by Swedish authorities.
  • Medin was initially arrested at Istanbul airport while reporting on government-critical protests and later sentenced to probation for insulting President Erdogan.
  • Despite his release, Medin still faces terrorism charges related to alleged ties to the PKK, with the first hearing scheduled for September 25.
  • Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson credited quiet negotiations and support from European partners for securing Medin’s release.
  • Medin’s detention highlighted ongoing concerns about press freedom in Turkey, especially for journalists covering Kurdish issues and human rights.