Armenian-American Lawyer Embraces Turkish Citizenship, Honoring Ottoman Ancestral Ties

Gaziantep, Turkey – Glen Frederic Matheson, an Armenian-American attorney with historical family ties to the Ottoman Empire, has recently acquired Turkish citizenship and adopted the name “Murat.” During a significant period in Ottoman history, Matheson’s great-grandfather, Mihran Mesropyan, distinguished himself as an officer and chief palace architect, leaving a legacy that has profoundly impacted his descendant’s sense of identity. Ali Sahin, a member of the Justice and Development Party from Gaziantep, facilitated Matheson’s transition to Turkish citizenship. Sahin shared details of Matheson’s deep-rooted connection with Turkey, stemming from his great-grandfather’s prominent roles in the Ottoman … Read more

Armenian-American Lawyer Embraces Heritage with Turkish Citizenship: A Tale of Reconnection and Ancestral Pride

ANKARA, Türkiye — Glen Frederic Matheson, an Armenian-American attorney with deep ancestral ties to the Ottoman Empire, has recently been granted Turkish citizenship, adopting the name “Murat” as a nod to his heritage. His lineage traces back to his great-grandfather, Mihran Mesropyan, an esteemed officer and chief architect in the empire. The process of acquiring Turkish citizenship, which was completed last month, was backed by Ali Sahin, a deputy from Türkiye’s Justice and Development (AK) party. Sahin, who also chairs the Turkish Delegation of the Latin America and Caribbean Parliament, was instrumental in facilitating Matheson’s … Read more

A$AP Rocky Embraces Freedom and Family in Courtroom Victory Over Assault Charges

Los Angeles — In a moment of high drama and jubilation, A$AP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, was acquitted on two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, ending a legal battle that caught nationwide attention. As the court clerk announced the not guilty verdict, Rocky immediately embraced his partner, pop superstar Rihanna, who was seated alongside his family in the courtroom packed with his supporters. The verdict followed a swift deliberation by the jury, who after only three hours, concluded the three-week trial in Rocky’s favor, thus saving him from a potential prison sentence of … Read more

A$AP Rocky Acquitted in High-Profile Assault Case, Embraces Rihanna Following Verdict

In a stunning turn of events, rapper A$AP Rocky was acquitted of all charges in his high-profile assault case on Tuesday. The verdict came after a jury, consisting of seven women and five men, deliberated for about three hours, resulting in a unanimous decision. The trial, which was closely watched by fans and media alike, took place amid tight security and massive public interest. A$AP Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, faced two felony counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm. The charges stemmed from a confrontation with Terell Ephron, also known as A$AP … Read more