Turkish police detain dozens at Istanbul Pride event despite ban

Turkish police detained at least 50 individuals, including a journalist, during an LGBTQ+ Pride event in Istanbul. The event proceeded despite a ban by local authorities and increased security measures, which included blocking key gathering points and restricting public transport. Organizers and the Turkish Journalists' Union condemned the detentions, with the union highlighting the unlawful interference faced by journalists covering the event. AI

RANK_REASON Regulatory action and detentions at a major public event in a prominent city. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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• Istanbul
• Istanbul Bar Association
• İstiklal Avenue
• Kadıköy
• Muberra Unsal
• President Erdogan
• Taksim Square
• Turkey
• Turkish Journalists' Union

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