With the argument that it is imperative to secure public order, the Turkish Parliament approved a bill declaring the state of emergency and the Council of Europe was informed that Turkey is partially suspending its obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights ( ECHR ).

Not addressing political orientations or matters of public security, strictly from a legal perspective, the author discusses the situation of those under detention in these circumstances and their rights under international law.

Enemies of the State, by Claudia Pina