Doğan Pehlivan
Doğan Pehlivan is a Turkish cartoonist whose recent work sparked significant controversy and led to his detention by authorities. His satirical cartoon, published in the magazine Leman, depicted a scene interpreted as a commentary on religious harmony amidst conflict, featuring figures resembling the prophets Moses and Muhammad. This artwork incited strong reactions from government officials and conservative religious groups, resulting in Pehlivan being arrested and publicly criticized for allegedly inciting discord. His case highlights ongoing tensions surrounding freedom of expression in Turkey, a country with a challenging landscape for media and artistic expression.
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Doğan Pehlivan is the cartoonist behind the controversial drawing that led to the authorities buying the entire issue of the magazine.
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Doğan Pehlivan is the cartoonist who was detained for drawing a satirical cartoon that allegedly depicted the prophets Moses and Muhammad.
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