Epstein Files Trigger Parliamentary Questions Over Alleged Turkey Links

Freshly released documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein have once again shaken global public opinion, this time prompting serious questions in Turkey’s parliament. Yeniden Refah Party Istanbul MP Doğan Bekin has submitted two formal parliamentary motions requesting answers from Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya and Family and Social Services Minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş regarding alleged Turkish connections to Epstein’s international abuse network.

The renewed scrutiny follows the disclosure of millions of files linked to Epstein, the disgraced financier accused of operating a global system of sexual exploitation, trafficking, and abuse of minors. While Epstein died in a New York detention facility in 2019 before standing trial, the continued release of documents has kept the case at the center of international debate.

Global Impact of Newly Released Epstein Documents

In his motion addressed to Family and Social Services Minister Göktaş, Bekin emphasized the worldwide repercussions of the Epstein case and the serious implications of the newly disclosed files. He reminded lawmakers that Epstein was found dead on August 10, 2019, at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan, following his arrest on charges related to the sexual abuse of underage girls.

Bekin stated:

“Jeffrey Epstein, who was accused in the United States of establishing a sexual exploitation and prostitution network targeting underage girls, was found dead on August 10, 2019, at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan. His death and the subsequent release of millions of documents have generated widespread global reaction. These documents reveal Epstein’s close ties with wealthy, powerful, and well-known individuals across fields ranging from politics and economics to culture, art, and technology.”

According to Bekin, the release of approximately three million additional documents by the US Department of Justice has further intensified public concern and brought new allegations to the forefront.

Allegations That Turkey Appears in Epstein Records

Bekin noted that recent discussions have raised claims suggesting Turkey may be referenced within the newly published documents. He underlined that allegations involving the potential trafficking or exploitation of children from Turkey must be treated with the utmost seriousness.

He said:

“Only days ago, the US Department of Justice publicly released three million additional documents linked to Epstein, who is alleged to have led an international network involving sexual abuse, prostitution, and human trafficking. As new details continue to emerge daily, claims have surfaced that Turkey may be one of the countries mentioned in these documents.”

Bekin added that reports alleging Turkish children were targeted by this network have caused widespread concern and require immediate, comprehensive investigation by relevant authorities.

Questions Directed at the Family and Social Services Ministry

In his parliamentary motion, Bekin asked whether the ministry has initiated any investigations into claims that children in Turkey may have been victimized by the Epstein network. He also requested detailed statistics on missing children between 2020 and 2025, including how many have been found.

He further referenced Turkish Statistical Institute data indicating that more than 104,000 children were reported missing between 2008 and 2016 and asked how many of those cases have since been resolved.

One of the central questions in the motion reads:

“Are there any children in Turkey who were victimized as a result of the Epstein criminal network, and have inspections been carried out in schools and state care institutions, including orphanages, to identify potential victims?”

Interior Ministry Asked About Political and Financial Links

In a separate motion submitted to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, Bekin focused on security, border controls, and possible institutional connections. He asked whether Turkish authorities have launched investigations into the alleged Turkish dimension of the Epstein scandal and whether Epstein or individuals connected to him ever entered or exited Turkey.

Bekin also raised questions about potential political and bureaucratic contacts, asking:

“Did Epstein have any communication with politicians, senior administrators, or high-ranking officials within state institutions in Turkey?”

Additionally, he questioned whether funds controlled by Epstein made any donations to institutions in Turkey and whether those entities are currently under investigation.

Concerns Over Intelligence and Data Security

Bekin further asked whether allegations that Epstein gathered intelligence through his international network could have involved Turkey. He requested clarification on whether any sensitive information may have been leaked and whether authorities have identified the source of such breaches.

Call for Accountability and Transparency

Bekin concluded by stressing that if any individuals in Turkey were involved in what he described as organized abuse and exploitation, they must be identified swiftly and held accountable before the law. He emphasized that the seriousness of the claims demands transparency, institutional cooperation, and decisive legal action.

As of now, no official response has been issued by either the Interior Ministry or the Family and Social Services Ministry. The parliamentary questions are expected to keep the issue in the public eye as international scrutiny of the Epstein documents continues.