A/HRC/29/15 52. The head of the delegation, responding to an issue raised by the delegation of Armenia, said that claims and allegations of a blockade were unfounded and did not reflect the reality on the ground and were not related to human rights. Transit transportation between Armenia and third countries could be carried out through Georgia or the Islamic Republic of Iran and through Turkey, and there were direct flights between Turkey and Armenia. The previous week, upon the anniversary of the death of Hrant Dink, the Prime Minister had once again confirmed the importance that Turkey accorded that matter and the humanitarian approach that it had in that respect. 53. Turkey was taking the measures necessary to prevent the movement of citizens of third countries who attempted to use its territory to travel to third countries to join radical groups; source countries were also expected to take similar steps and cooperate with Turkey in that regard. 54. The delegation stated that there were 166 non-Muslim community foundations in Turkey. Regulations had been enacted to address the property issues of foundations belonging to different faith groups. Provisional article 11 had been introduced, on 27 August 2011, to the Law on Foundations No. 5737, whereupon the Foundations Council had decided to register 333 immovable properties in the name of the relevant foundation, and compensation for 21 immovable properties had been paid. 55. Egypt expressed concern about the deterioration in the human rights situation, especially regarding freedom of expression and assembly. 56. Equatorial Guinea noted with satisfaction measures taken in favour of minorities and women’s participation in political life. 57. Estonia called upon Turkey to respect the right to peaceful assembly and association. It expressed hope that human rights defenders and journalists could work properly and without fearing prosecution. 58. Finland commended efforts to protect refugees, but noted that restrictions on media and dissenting voices had continued to increase. 59. France welcomed the Deputy Minister and his delegation. 60. Gabon congratulated Turkey for the constitutional amendment recognizing the principle of positive discrimination, the judicial reform, the mediator institution and the law on terrorism and social integration. 61. Germany welcomed developments regarding freedom of religion and belief, but was concerned by restrictions on peaceful assembly and freedom of expression. 62. Ghana applauded progress, but inquired about the removal of fundamental legal safeguards. 63. Greece made several recommendations. 64. Honduras acknowledged the efforts made since the first review. 65. Hungary welcomed legal reforms, the creation of the NHRI and measures recognizing minorities. 66. Iceland recognized Constitutional amendments but was concerned about restrictions on freedom of expression and about domestic violence. 67. India welcomed the judicial reform and democratization package, the Ombudsman and gender equality policies. It encouraged Turkey to enhance the equality of women, address discrimination against minorities and implement CRPD. 7