The Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Istanbul reported that 163 citizens of Uzbekistan were not allowed to enter Turkey in January-February, and 54 of them were banned from entering Turkey for illegal activities. It was also said that there are complaints that Turkish law enforcement officers are treating Uzbeks rudely.

It was reported that the Embassy and Consulate General of Uzbekistan in Turkey are providing appropriate consular and legal assistance to Mubashshir Ahmed.