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Social media restrictions in Turkey
Overview
Turkish authorities have implemented various social media restrictions against high-profile individuals and organizations.
In late July 2026, Ankara’s 3rd Civil Court ordered a block on Engin Polat’s Instagram account following a request from the Ministry of Family and Social Services. This measure, enforced by the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK), extended existing digital embargoes on the Polat couple’s other platforms, including TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, due to concerns regarding commercial promotions.
By late August 2026, restrictions were applied to the Instagram account of artist and Ahbap Association founder Haluk Levent, citing the protection of national security and public order. This followed a previous restriction on Levent’s X account in July. These actions are reportedly linked to an investigation by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office into the Ahbap Association, specifically concerning real estate management, property transfers, and the handling of checks.
Entities
Dilan Polat · Instagram · Haluk Levent · Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office · Information and Communication Technologies Authority
Timeline
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16 days ago
[POLITICS] 5 sourcesHaluk Levent's Instagram account restricted in TurkeyTurkish artist Haluk Levent’s Instagram account has been restricted in Turkey following an investigation into the Ahbap Association, following a similar restriction on his X account.
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about 1 month ago
[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sourcesTurkish court blocks access to influencer Engin Polat's Instagram accountTurkey's Ankara court blocked access to Engin Polat's Instagram (2 M followers) after a ministry request, extending earlier bans on his wife Dilan Polat's accounts.
Sources
diken.com.tr · haber7.com · izgazete.net · konhaber.com · onedio.com