Cansin Köktürk

Cansin Köktürk is a member of the German Bundestag representing Die Linke (The Left). She has recently gained media attention for her reaction to statements made by Bundeskanzler (Chancellor) Friedrich Merz regarding violence against women in Germany. Merz attributed a "considerable part" of this violence to migrants, sparking controversy and unrest in parliament. Köktürk responded to Merz's statements by showing him the middle finger, an action she also shared on Instagram. This act of defiance has amplified the existing debate surrounding Merz's remarks and highlighted the political divisions on the issue of immigration and its connection to crime. Köktürk's actions have made her a focal point in the ongoing discussion about violence against women and the role of immigration in German society.