According to Turkish media reports, the government blocked accreditation for dozens of journalists—mostly affiliated with the opposition—ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara later this month.
Turkish media reported Thursday evening that the government denied accreditation for dozens of journalists—primarily those affiliated with opposition outlets—for the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, scheduled later this month. The reports, attributed to unnamed opposition sources, said the move was intended to limit critical coverage of the summit, which will bring together alliance leaders. The accreditation process is managed by the Turkish government's communications directorate. No official confirmation has been provided by Turkish authorities. The Zioneer has not independently verified the report.
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