A 17-year-old citizen of Uzbekistan, who reported forced marriage, physical violence, and forced labor in Turkey, has been returned to Uzbekistan with the assistance of the country's Consulate General in Istanbul and the Migration Fund.
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
According to the consulate, the girl was taken to Turkey under the pretext of studying. She later sought help from the diplomatic mission, reporting the violence she experienced and attempts to force her into marriage.
The Consulate General involved lawyers and provided her with consular and legal support. Thanks to the help of the Migration Fund, she was able to return to Uzbekistan. Currently, relevant organizations are monitoring her safety conditions and providing social, legal, and psychological protection.
Citizens of Uzbekistan working abroad who face violence, forced labor, humiliation, or serious financial difficulties are advised to seek assistance from diplomatic missions and relevant organizations.

