Coronavirus pandemic threatens imprisoned people in Turkey
By DW
08 November 2020 |
6:47 am
Hundreds of incarcerated people across Turkey face major health issues because they are not receiving adequate medical care during the pandemic. Advocates for imprisoned people say the situation is potentially deadly.
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