Imam who sent support message gave defense on August 27
The Religious Affairs Directorate (Diyanet) opened an investigation into Yusuf Kılıç, who sent a message to the family of arrested comedian Deniz Göktaş saying, “As an imam, I stand by you, Brother Deniz.” Kılıç gave his defense in Ankara on August 27, and Göktaş's first hearing is expected on September 28.
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