Turkish pop diva Sezen Aksu incurs wrath over ‘insult to Islam’

“By the way, we made a warning not only about this song, but we also made a general warning about not playing the music pieces that do not protect the necessary sensibilities concerning national and spiritual values,” he added. “We generally warn media outlets beforehand. So that they will not be aggrieved.” Supporters of the incumbent Turkish government have even staged a protest outside the singer’s house.

January 22, 2022 | 6:27 pm