WASHINGTON D.C. - The U.S. Department of State said on Friday that laws and constitution of Turkey need to be interpreted in a way that is free from political influence.
A department spokesman said the U.S. firm view is that democracy is thriving in Turkey, that the laws and constitution of Turkey need to be interpreted in a way that is free from political influence.
"There currently is a court case underway. Our firm view is that should --in any interpretation of those laws and constitution, should abide by the fundamental principles of democracy and the ability of people to freely assemble and express themselves within the confines of the laws and the constitution," spokesman Sean McCormack told the daily press briefing.
The top court of Turkey decided on March 31st to examine an indictment prepared by the prosecutor of the Supreme Court of Appeals, on closure of ruling Justice and Development (AK) Party.
According to the Constitution, at least 7 of the 11 members of the court have to vote for dissolution in order for the court to shut down a political party.
(BRC)