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Thursday, January 22, 2026
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Youth Groups Disappointed by Hotel Collapse Verdict

A group of 32 youth and student organizations are very unhappy. This is after a court decision in Turkey. The decision was about the Grand İsias Hotel collapse. Many people died in this tragedy. The organizations feel six public officials were not held responsible enough. They want real justice for the victims. These victims are sadly called the "Champion Angels."

The court's decision has caused public criticism. The groups believe it was not good enough. They think the ruling did not address the reasons for the hotel's failure. The organizations say the accused did not face enough consequences. This has upset the victims' families. It also makes people lose trust in the justice system.

The hotel collapse shows us the dangers of bad building rules. The youth groups see this as an important fight. They are against a culture of not following safety rules. They want to honor the "Champion Angels." They also want to support the families. And they want to assure the public that this will not happen again.

The organizations clearly stated their sadness. They said the decision ignored the families and society's need for justice. They believe a process without punishment for those responsible is not justice. This feeling shows that many think the verdict was unfair.

The groups are determined to continue. They will follow this case until the end. They will check every step of the legal process. They want the law to be applied more strictly. They do not want the "Champion Angels" story to end with a bad verdict. Their united action shows that groups can demand accountability.

The court's decision affects more than just this case. It makes people question public trust and fairness. The 32 organizations show society's demand for responsibility. Their commitment will keep this issue in public discussion. It might change future legal decisions. And it shows why safety rules are very important.

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