Ahmet Altan
Ahmet Altan is a prominent Turkish novelist and journalist, known for his criticism of the Turkish government and his outspoken views on freedom of expression. He has faced imprisonment for his writings, particularly during the crackdown on dissent in Turkey, making him a symbol of the struggle for press freedom in the country.
Born on Apr 02, 1950 (75 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 60,776 | $2,700,000 | 2,514$ |
| Totals | 1 | 65,273,511 | 60,776 | $2,700,000 | 2,514$ |
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Recent Mentions
France:
Ahmet Altan is a vehement opponent of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and has recently published a new novel addressing a taboo subject in Turkey.
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Montenegro:
Ahmet Altan is noted as a journalist imprisoned for his views, similar to Hrant Dink.
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Italy:
Ahmet Altan is a writer imprisoned in Turkey, mentioned by Saviano in the context of freedom of expression.
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