Ogün Samast
Ogün Samast is primarily known as the assassin of Hrant Dink, a prominent Armenian-Turkish journalist. At just 17 years old, Samast committed the murder in 2007, and his subsequent arrest revealed significant connections to nationalist circles and alleged involvement with intelligence operatives. His actions sparked widespread outrage and led to ongoing discussions about freedom of speech and the treatment of minorities in Turkey.
Born on Jan 01, 1989 (36 years old)
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Ogün Samast was the assassin who killed Hrant Dink in 2007.
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