Turkish police detain over 500 demonstrators during May Day protests
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 12:46 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Authorities in Turkey arrested more than 500 participants in May Day demonstrations after they attempted to march in areas deemed restricted. The crackdown was part of a wider security operation aimed at preventing illegal gatherings ahead of the holiday. Human‑rights groups have condemned the mass detentions, calling them a breach of freedom of assembly.
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