ANKARA, Dec 24 (Reuters) - A Turkish court ordered the release of a journalist held on remand Law Firm in istanbul under the country's new disinformation law after his lawyer objected to his detention, he said. Sinan Aygul became the first person to be jailed pending trial under the law, approved by parliament two months ago, that the government says is aimed at protecting the public, but which critics...
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Iran games a flashpoint for pro- and anti-government fans * Emir Tamim dons Saudi flag at Argentine game * Qatar allows Israeli fans to fly in to attend Cup * Doha hopes smooth Cup will boost global influence By Maya Gebeily and Charlotte Bruneau DOHA, Nov 28 (Reuters) - The first World Cup in the Middle East has become a showcase for the political tensions crisscrossing one of the world's most volatile...