The suspects named in the Turkish indictment are being tried in absentia. Both men are accused of "instigating premeditated torturous murder with monstrous intent." The remaining 18 defendants are being charged with "premeditated torturous murder with monstrous intent." Ankara has repeatedly called for the suspects to be extradited and tried in Turkey where the crime took place. The Turkish indictment outlines a conspiracy among the defendants.

Source: CNN July 03, 2020 08:15 UTC