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Federal Court Orders Release of Tufts Student Rümeysa Öztürk After Detention Amid Asthma Attacks, US Lawmakers and Turkish Minister Support

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Published May 9, 2025, 08:51 PM

Rümeysa Öztürk, a Tufts University graduate student, was ordered to be released by a federal appellate court after being unconstitutionally detained and abducted in the United States. Öztürk, who experienced multiple asthma attacks during her detention, was represented by attorneys who highlighted her medical condition in court. The decision has been welcomed by members of the U.S. Congress, including Representative Stephen Lynch and Representative Ayanna Pressley, who emphasized the importance of due process and free speech.

Öztürk's family expressed relief and joy upon hearing her voice and seeing her after days of separation. Turkish Justice Minister Yılmaz Tunç described the release as a positive development that reassures public conscience and confirmed that diplomatic and legal support was provided from the outset. The case has been framed as a victory for the rule of law and democratic principles in the United States.

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Türkiye Gazetesi

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💬 Minister of Justice Tunç: (Release of Rümeysa Öztürk) ▪️ It is a positive development that soothes public conscience ▪️ If I dream, I convey my wishes that it will pass to my brother and family https://t.co/2PJFyXHyYE

Rep. Becca Balint

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In the United States, we guarantee free speech. No one here will lose their rights and freedom for publishing an op-ed. This is a win for the rule of law. Rümeysa is free! https://t.co/pxnf6hyZRS

TRT HABER

@trthaber

Minister of Justice Yılmaz Tunç: 📌 The decision to release our Turkish student Rümeysa Öztürk in the United States is a positive development that soothes the public conscience. 📌 From the very first moment, Rümeysa became a supporter of our brother both diplomatically and legally. https://t.co/DyBb4BkApf https://t.co/BnJxVmN339

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