German journalist released from Turkish prison

A German-Turkish journalist, jailed in Turkey for a year on charges of espionage, has been released, German newspaper Die Welt, for which he works, said on Friday.

Deniz Yucel's detention had strained relations between Ankara and Berlin. On Thursday, German Chancellor Angela Merkel called on Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim for a fast and fair trial for the journalist who has not been formally accused of anything, reports Efe news.

A spokesperson for Germany's Foreign Minister confirmed Yucel's release.

--IANS

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