Europa Nostra stands in solidarity and supports the appeal by Europa Nostra Türkiye for the immediate release of Dr Mahir Polat - Europa Nostra

House arrest decision was made for IMM Deputy Secretary General Mahir Polat

Drawing attention to the seriousness of the health condition of the detained IMM Secretary General Mahir Polat, CHP Istanbul Provincial Chairman Özgür Çelik said, "Endangering Mahir Polat's life will deepen the lawlessness and lead to irreparable consequences. He must be released immediately."

Europa Nostra stands in solidarity and supports the appeal by Europa Nostra Türkiye for the immediate release of Dr Mahir Polat - Europa Nostra

On behalf of all members of Europa Nostra and its heritage hub in Athens, we express our solidarity with our friends and colleagues in Türkiye who are dedicated to preserving our shared heritage and values. We fully support the appeal of Europa Nostra Türkiye for the immediate release of Dr. Mahir Polat, an active advocate for heritage and a valued member of our Europa Nostra family. Dr. Polat is in urgent need of medical care, we therefore endo…

It is stated that Mahir Polat will be referred to the hospital, the relevant board will make a decision according to the results of the tests and examinations.

Today it was learned that the forensic examination of Mahir Polat, who was referred to the Institute of Forensic Medicine to carry out health checks in the morning hours, has been completed. It was reported that Polat was again transferred to Marmara Prison. IBB Deputy Secretary General Mahir Polat was detained on March 19 and arrested on March 23. Mahir Polat, who remains in detention despite applications due to his vital health problems, is ex…

Deputy Secretary General of IBB Mahir Polat, who was arrested and sent to prison as part of the terrorism investigation against the IBB, was sent to the Forensic Medical Institution, where he was sent to assess his health condition... Click for more