Feb 11 β€’ 15:04 UTC πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Norway VG

Demands answers from the Minister of Justice: – Completely absurd

Norwegian politicians and organizations are alarmed by police cooperation with Turkey in a case against MP Seher Aydar, prompting calls for accountability from the Justice Minister.

Norwegian politicians including Abid Raja from the Liberal Party and Gaute Skjærvø, the leader of AUF, along with Norsk PEN, have expressed outrage over the Norwegian police's involvement in a case against Seher Aydar, a representative of the Red Party. Aydar, who is of Kurdish descent and originally from Turkey, was compelled to face interrogation after Turkish authorities requested police assistance regarding accusations against her, including making propaganda for a terrorist organization. The situation raises significant concerns about the treatment of elected officials and due process rights in Norway.

The Attorney General has indicated that an internal review of protocols will be conducted following widespread criticism of the way this incident has been handled. Many in Norway, including Raja, find it shocking that a sitting member of parliament has been subjected to such measures without her consent. This incident not only affects Aydar but also raises questions about the autonomy and rights of parliamentarians in the country and the extent of international cooperation that may infringe upon those rights.

As the Justice Department plans to respond to the Norwegian Parliament before making additional comments, calls for accountability and a clearer stance on the matter are intensifying. The reactions from multiple political figures and organizations signify a broader concern regarding Norway's legal practices relating to international inquiries, especially regarding individuals' rights, and could lead to significant political and legal reforms in the handling of similar cases in the future.

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